A light horse-drawn carriage is a vehicle pulled by one or more horses. The two most common types of light horse-drawn carriages are the Stanhope and the Shay. The Stanhope is a four-wheeled, open-topped carriage with a single seat for the driver. It was popular in the 19th century and was often used for pleasure rides. The Shay is a four-wheeled, closed-topped carriage with two seats for passengers. It was originally designed for use in rural areas and was often used to transport goods. Both the Stanhope and the Shay are still used today for recreational purposes.