Dad used to run Derby donkey rides

Does anyone remember the pony rides that used to take place in the streets of Derby and surrounding areas?

These ponies were the pride of my father. I have no idea the miles I walked leading these ponies - no health and safety then!

If you could sit on one you could ride it - simple really. I could guarantee a free ice cream if I turned the pony round near the ice cream man who trailed behind us.

The ponies brought the kids out - one pony ride one ice cream = two happy entrepreneurs and one knackered son who walked miles leading the animals.

For some reason I hate walking nowadays.

Jim Gill

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