patent top boots may be worn with black coats or coloured breeches and plain black boots. Top hat to be worn. Popular cob breeds A number of cob breeds are popular in the UK, including the Welsh cob and the Gypsy Cob, also known as the "Coloured Cob" or "Irish Cob," known in the US as the Gypsy Vanner Horse. Welsh Cobs The breed of horse known as the Section D Welsh cob exemplifies the typical build of the traditional cob. In competition, unlike most other cobs, these animals are shown with full manes and tails. Coloured Cobs Traditional or "Gypsy" cobs are often seen in "coloured" horse classes. Originally a favourite of Romany travellers, who used them to pull caravans, they are now used for driving, dressage, showing, and even jumping. Norman Cobs The Norman Cob or Cob Normand is a breed of light draft horse that originated in the province of Normandy in northern France. References British Show Horse Association External links Video: Horse Of The Year Show heavyweight cob of the year lap of honour Types of horse Horse showing and exhibition