The Gypsy Vanner Horse - Trailer
Filmmakers Jackie and Mark Barrett take viewers on a journey through the British Isles and across America in discovery of a magical new breed of horse, the Gypsy Vanner. Its a story steeped in the legend, romance, and mystery of the Gypsies and Traveling People of the British Isles.
Generations of Gypsies have dedicated their lives to developing this unique horse type, and now horse lovers the world over are enthusiastic to participate.
Beautifully filmed in HD, this captivating Gypsy Vanner Horse documentary introduces a magical type of horse bred by a select group by Gypsies in the British Isles. A chance discovery during a business trip started ones mans obsession with introducing this horse to the U.S. and the world.
In the film, youll meet Gypsy historian, artisan, and folklorist Peter Ingram. Around his home campfire he charms us with tales of his life in a living wagon and the changing lifestyles of Travelers today. Further on we visit Gypsy campsites and a family driving their caravan of historic living wagons on an annual pilgrimage to the Appleby Horse Fair. Some travel weeks to reach this destination, using the same roads as speeding semis and autos. It can be an arduous journey and not one for the feint of heart.
Filmmakers Jackie and Mark Barrett take viewers on a journey through the British Isles and across America in discovery of a magical new breed of horse, the Gypsy Vanner. Its a story steeped in the legend, romance, and mystery of the Gypsies and Traveling People of the British Isles.
Generations of Gypsies have dedicated their lives to developing this unique horse type, and now horse lovers the world over are enthusiastic to participate.
Beautifully filmed in HD, this captivating Gypsy Vanner Horse documentary introduces a magical type of horse bred by a select group by Gypsies in the British Isles. A chance discovery during a business trip started ones mans obsession with introducing this horse to the U.S. and the world.
In the film, youll meet Gypsy historian, artisan, and folklorist Peter Ingram. Around his home campfire he charms us with tales of his life in a living wagon and the changing lifestyles of Travelers today. Further on we visit Gypsy campsites and a family driving their caravan of historic living wagons on an annual pilgrimage to the Appleby Horse Fair. Some travel weeks to reach this destination, using the same roads as speeding semis and autos. It can be an arduous journey and not one for the feint of heart.
