Welcome to the Colonial Carriage and Driving Society’s web site. This site is intended to give up-to-date information about our club meetings and special events. The Society welcomes everyone to join the club, whether you drive carriage horses or just have an interest in the history and traditions of carriage driving. Open meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm at Orleton Farm in Stockbridge, Mass. Some meetings feature an informational speaker as well as the normal business.
Our Member Appreciation Party for 2026 will be Wednesday, May 20 @6:30 pm.
Our August Driving Show August 6-9 See the Show page for the prize list and entry form.
Hi Everyone,
It finally feels like Spring!
I would like to remind everyone that the membership dinner date has been changed to May 20th 6:30 pm. Please RSVP to Maureen at 413-822-1028. Our clinic with François Bergeron last weekend was spectacular. Despite the weather, everyone enjoyed their valuable lessons. As many of you know, François is a 3-star international judge and trainer; there are only two individuals with that rating in Canada, and he is one of them. It was a great way to get ready for the upcoming showing season. We are pleased to announce that we have booked him again for May 1st and 2nd, 2027.
Please check “Listing of Events” on this site for details on other upcoming events. The Society hosts a variety of events, such as driving clinics, informal drives, the Orleton Farm Pleasure Driving Show, Winter Classic Sleigh Rally, Lenox Tub Parade, and Summer Fun Day. Fun Day was created as an opportunity for recreational drivers, as well as seasoned whips, to experience games and friendly competition. The members enjoy the social aspect the Society brings to each meeting and special event, where friends get together to have fun, drive their horses, and to learn more about carriage driving.
The Colonial Carriage and Driving Society was officially formed on January 15, 1989. Twenty-five years later, the club continues to grow and offer many exciting activities. Come to our events or join our club and enjoy the history and tradition of carriage driving.