Withy - straight from the horses mouth!

[Hetfinch]

I asked the riding school owner what she meant by withy (and if I had heard her correctly). Apparently, I had heard her correctly and withy in this case meant quick or sharp. A cob which throws its head around and is too quick for comfort.

Have a feeling that withy little Tara is not going to be at that riding school for much longer!

Heather

[Laetitia]

Have learnt a new term. Is it local.? poor little Tara, is she really that unsuitable ? L

[Mehitabel]

glad you found out! i tihnk it must go with the name - my sister's called tara and withy describes her perfectly!:D

[Hetfinch]

Ooooo Es, wicked you!

Well, Tara cob must be very different from the last cob I rode at the school - he just WOULD NOT GO! Rosco was only five years old but was not even as lively and willing as the 23 year old I used to share!

Now, my cob.... he's a different matter. He's perfect..... (OK, a little tongue in cheek - but sometimes it does make you appreciate your own dear horse when you ride another!)

Heather:)

[Tina J]

Round here withy is a thin whippy rod cut from coppiced willow. Used for weaving baskets or fencing. Interesting how the word has evolved to mean something else in another area.