While cycling on the Mendips this weekend, I came across a scene of the horses and hounds of the Mendip Farmers' Hunt.

Normally a degree of trepidation is required by any cyclist when passing dogs. These hounds, though, were only interested in the scent. It was a pleasure to come across a professionally trained pack of working dogs.

All those dog owners who are unable or unwilling to control their pets should go the hunt for lessons in canine control.

Nicholas Brown Top Road Westbury-sub-Mendip