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In pictures: British Army horses enjoy beach summer camp

News imageChris Taylor Photo Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment on Holkham beachChris Taylor Photo
The Holkham beach ride-out is a key activity during the regiment's visit

For three weeks each year, the British Army's Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment swaps its London base for a summer camp in Norfolk.

They arrived earlier this month and have since taken part in various ride-outs.

The latest, to mark the retirement of Maj Richard Chambers, saw them accompanied on Holkham beach in Norfolk by photographer Chris Taylor.

News imageChris Taylor Photo Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment on Holkham beachChris Taylor Photo
Part of the trip includes a ride-out on Holkham beach, which is often the first time many of the horses experience the sea
News imageChris Taylor Photo Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment on Holkham beachChris Taylor Photo
Maj Chambers said he had been lucky to "enjoy a career of over 33 years working with some amazing animals"
News imageChris Taylor Photo Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment on Holkham beachChris Taylor Photo
Riding on the coastline also allows for riders to bond with their animals
News imageChris Taylor Photo Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment on Holkham beachChris Taylor Photo
It is one of a number of equestrian training exercises completed during the annual trip
News imageChris Taylor Photo Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment on Holkham beachChris Taylor Photo
The cavalrymen, all serving soldiers, are world famous for their state ceremonial duties

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Up to 200 soldiers and 130 horses take part in the visit
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Chris Taylor described the combination of Holkham beach, horses and a sunset as a "photographer's dream"

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