Prince Harry takes the reins during trip to charity polo match

Prince Harry exchanged a chauffeur-driven limousine for a horse-drawn carriage today for his arrival at his charity polo match.

Harry took the reins of the carriage and drove two grey horses on to the polo ground of an exclusive Brazilian hotel and estate where the event is being staged.

Sitting next to the prince was Alvaro Coelho da Fonseca, the owner of the hotel, where the Sentebale Polo Cup is being played. Wearing a smart blazer, the royal smiled as he drove the carriage around the perimeter of the polo field.

Guests had arrived at Haras Larissa, a hotel set on a working ranch, in luxury cars and by corporate helicopters.

The royal is taking part in the event, near the city of Campinas, in aid of his charity Sentebale which he co-founded in 2006.