The Staff College Drag Hunt was established in 1869 as a private pack which drag hunted twice a week in the area surrounding Camberley. It was later joined by the RMA Sandhurst and thus the Staff College and RMA SC & RMAS Drag Hunt was formed and celebrated its 130th year in 1999.
The first Point-to-Point was held in 1887 with the finish on the lawns in front of Staff College. The then Adjutant-General said that he considered the Drag to be a most important part of the curriculum and that the chances of a good staff job were slim unless you rode hard with the Drag!
Nowadays the Drag Hunt meets at least once a week and provides a focal point for military equestrian interests in the South of England. Many officers and soldiers from mounted units and Army Saddle Clubs enjoy a day's drag hunting thus improving their riding ability as well as enjoying the thrill of riding over demanding country. Today there are also, of course, many civilian members who make a tremendous contribution to the continuing existence of the Drag.
The Drag Hunt is extremely fortunate in the generosity of a number of landowners who allow it to build and maintain 'Lines' over their land. This generosity is recognised in the annual Farmers' Dinner, the first of which took place at Staff College in 1925.
Our Members are from all ages and backgrounds, drawn together by "the thrill of the chase". The best thing is that you don't have to drag hunt yourself to enjoy it! We have a number of foot-followers who come along when they can, jump in the nearest four-wheel drive and watch the action as it unfolds.
We have several social events and other equestrian events going on during the year so no-one loses touch during the "closed" season. Wy not come along and see for yourself.
