What should you do when you’re overtaking a horse and rider?

A: Sound your horn as a warning

B: Go past as quickly as possible

C: Flash your headlights as a warning

D: Go past slowly and carefully

Horses can be startled by the sound of a car engine or the rush of air caused by a vehicle passing too closely. Keep well back and only pass when it’s safe. Leave them plenty of room; you may have to use the other side of the road to go past safely.

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