Percherons
The Percheron remains one of the favourite heavy horse breeds in the UK. It is an amenable, energetic, and elegant breed that can be used for heavy draft or for riding. You will have seen Percherons at the Queen's funeral being ridden by the Police, and they are used by certain Local Authorities as an alternative to lorries.
With their easy going character, and willingness to work, the Percheron has become popular for competing in obstacle driving and skill tests.