Posted: 02/06/2021
Travelling horses can be stressful, and regardless of whether your horse is well behaved or not it’s good to have a checklist in place to help things run smoothly on the day.
It’s also important to make sure you are prepared for a breakdown by having appropriate horsebox insurance or horse trailer... Read More
Posted: 02/06/2021
The 2021 British Eventing season started back in April and saw top riders travel around the country to compete in the competition. Moreton Morrell College has hosted for British Eventing for more than 20 years and although the event was closed to the public, hundreds of event riders from across the... Read More
Posted: 02/06/2021
Butterton Racing Stables is approached down a poplar tree lined tarmac driveway, between post and railed fenced paddocks. The property offers a first class equestrian facility featuring two luxury houses, a versatile "Facilities" building incorporating extensive offices, staff accommodation, an owners lounge, 2 kitchens, games room, gym, sauna, steam room, showers... Read More
Posted: 02/06/2021
There’s nothing more time consuming than trying to brush through a knotted tail, and regular brushing can strip out hair making tails look thin and wispy. So this year, keep your horse or ponies tail looking show stoppingly full, shiny and tangle free with NETTEX Mane & Tail Detangler.
Designed to detangle... Read More
Posted: 02/06/2021
Brand new and just in time for Summer, MOCHARA have launched their stylish Half Zip Sweatshirt in beautiful ‘Baby Blue’, lovely ‘Lilac’ and elegant and flattering ‘White’.
Made from a comfortable soft cotton fabric with a fleecy lining this feels like the cosy cuddle we’ve all been waiting for. Mochara’s sweatshirt is... Read More
Posted: 02/06/2021
Just Jodz offer great value with traditional style when it comes to riding breeches and jods! Being ready for the ring isn't just about looking good in the most expensive gear you can find. Budget, body shape, comfort and practicality are incredibly important factors. You don’t need to spend a fortune... Read More
Posted: 28/05/2021
At just one-year-old Milo, an abandoned Dalmatian x Lurcher, arrived in England from a shelter in Romania.
Eventually he found his forever home with the Dunnion family from North Lincolnshire after they saw his profile on a rescue centre’s page.
He had already had two homes since arriving in the country and through... Read More
Posted: 28/05/2021
Here we chat to young show jumper Millie Lawson about her fantastic relationship with Noah’s Lady her 138cm jumping pony.
Tell us about your background in Showjumping
I am 13-years old and based in Aberdeen so it is a lot of travelling to competitions. I started riding when I was five-years-old, and... Read More
Posted: 27/05/2021
Horse & Country is to live stream major jumping classes from Longines International Jumping La Baule
Horse & Country (H&C), the leading international equestrian sports network, today announced that it will offer extensive and exclusive live coverage from the forthcoming Longines International Jumping La Baule on its streaming service H&C+. The stream... Read More
Posted: 25/05/2021
British Eventing (BE), the National Governing Body for the sport of eventing in Great Britain, and leading international equestrian sports network Horse & Country (H&C) today announced the details of a wide-ranging partnership. The rationale behind the new arrangement is underpinned by H&C’s extensive eventing coverage, which includes live and highlights... Read More
Posted: 25/05/2021
The 2021 RDA National Championships will welcome entries from Accessibility Mark riders for the first time, much to the delight of disabled riders that participate at accredited centres nationwide. The Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), in partnership with the British Equestrian Federation (BEF), launched the revolutionary Accessibility Mark scheme to... Read More
Posted: 24/05/2021
For a horse to perform to the best of its ability, comfort is vital when it comes to finding the right headpiece for your horse.
The Cathedral Equine range includes a number of headpieces to mix and match with all the bridles in the range, providing flexibility to ensure your bridle fits... Read More
Posted: 24/05/2021
The Feldmann Balance Whips were designed with the input of well-respected horse expert, Walter Feldmann. Feldmann has decades of practical experience in training and collaborated with Fleck on the development of the whips.
The special two-part handle of the Feldmann whip clearly defines the holding position for the various applications, making it... Read More
Posted: 20/05/2021
With equestrian centres once again buzzing with riders, Accessibility Mark centres nationwide are beginning to welcoming participants back into the saddle.
The Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), in partnership with the British Equestrian Federation (BEF), launched the revolutionary Accessibility Mark scheme to work with riding centres with the aim of opening... Read More
Posted: 20/05/2021
Construction is under way on a £700,000 modern arena at Hartpury to expand its range of world-leading facilities, further enhance the student learning experience and increase equine and canine research opportunities.
The Equine and Animal Assisted Arena (EAAA) will consist of a covered indoor arena and covered round pen that will provide... Read More
Posted: 19/05/2021
Brand new for the Summer 2021 season, MOCHARA Equestrian have introduced sleeveless style to their best-selling Base Layer collection.
The Technical Base Layer top is now available in this simply stunning Sleeveless option.
Styled in MOCHARA colours you already know and love, plus a few exciting additions, with this new design you will... Read More
Posted: 19/05/2021
Science Supplements Area Festival at Firle Place Proves a Great Success
It was a busy two days at the new Science Supplements Area Festival at Firle Place with 17 sections running over the weekend.
The first of the exciting new Area Festivals to run this season, Firle Place was the most southern of... Read More
Posted: 17/05/2021
When Emma Richardson’s miniature pony, Princess became ‘footy’ she was fortunate that her farrier was on hand to offer advice.
Based in South Derbyshire, amateur show jumper Emma, bought the attractive leopard spotted pony as a companion and now eight-years-old Princess has had an occasional bout of laminitis.
Explains Emma: “Princess is turned... Read More
Posted: 14/05/2021
We are delighted to announce that Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) 2021 is on sale now.
Following the recent Government announcements, we have decided to go ahead with the planning of another fantastic HOYS, and the event will return to the NEC Birmingham from 6th-10th October 2021, with a ticketed audience.... Read More
Posted: 14/05/2021
Horse & Country to stream Anky van Grunsven Masterclasses exclusively live on H&C+
Leading international equestrian sports network Horse & Country (H&C) is delighted to announce that it will host two Masterclasses by dressage legend and three-time Olympic gold medallist, Anky van Grunsven, exclusively live on its streaming service, H&C+.
The Masterclasses will... Read More
Posted: 13/05/2021
Fleck introduces the new Carbon Premium Ultralight Whips. These whips are made with the high-tech carbon material which is easy on the rider’s hand, preventing tiredness even after hours.
Traditional leather grip handles completes the perfect relationship of form and function. The innovative design and precision of these whips is particularly impressive... Read More
Posted: 13/05/2021
Question
I am looking at moving from unaffiliated Eventing to affiliated level. I currently compete in all phases in a General Purpose saddle, would specific saddles for each phase improve my performance?
Answer
If you are moving up to affiliated eventing it would certainly help your performance if you could buy more specialised... Read More
Posted: 13/05/2021
Elite Equine has appointed Windowbox Limited, based in Aberdeenshire as its UK distributor. Windowbox is dedicated to the development of innovative solutions to everyday problems. Elite Equine therefore, was a perfect fit. A spokesperson for Windowbox said "We're excited to add Elite Equine to our stable of products, which sits... Read More
Posted: 13/05/2021
British Riding Club’s First National Virtual Dressage Championships for 2020 and 2021 were a Tremendous Success. This year British Riding Clubs (BRC) ran the BRC HorseHage & Mollichaff Intermediate Winter Dressage Championships for both 2020 and 2021 as Virtual Championships events from Wednesday 26 April to Sunday 2 May 2021.
BRC streamed... Read More
Posted: 13/05/2021
Hundreds of event riders from across the country visited Moreton Morrell College to compete in a prestigious equestrian competition.
More than 280 competitors were involved in the British Eventing competition at the college in Warwickshire, which is part of college group WCG (formerly Warwickshire College Group).
The 2021 British Eventing season started in... Read More
Posted: 10/05/2021
With the warmer weather approaching, fly masks are an important part of your horse’s wardrobe to protect them from pestering insects and from the sun.
The Bucas range of Fly Masks protect your horse’s face from flies and can be used with the Bucas range of Fly Rugs or by themselves.
Bucas have... Read More
Posted: 10/05/2021
With summer approaching, we all know that flies can be a nuisance to our horses. The Bucas X-Range are specially developed fly rugs that offer protection from flies and UV.
The rugs feature extra depth for maximum protection and a silk-feel lining on the shoulder and neck. The rug also includes integrated... Read More
Posted: 07/05/2021
We are delighted to announce that this year’s Horse of the Year Show will take place at NEC Birmingham on 6th – 10th October 2021.
Ahead of tickets going on general sale at 10am on Friday 14th May, the timetable for Horse of the Year Show 2021 has been released allowing you... Read More
Posted: 07/05/2021
Feel at ease and ready for the competition season with NETTEX eCalm. It is so important to keep your horse or pony calm at competitions, not only for your safety and others around you but for their health and wellbeing too. You want to make sure you’re both able to deliver... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
Fairview, Heath Road, Mistley, near Manningtree Essex £1,150,000
Fairview is an imposing 1920’s home found in a superb location and with a fabulous outlook over its own paddock land. 6.0 acres of well-drained paddocks with a 60m x 20m arena
New stable block: (4 stables, tack rm, wash bay, feed room & hay... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
The SMB Group would love you to join them at a virtual open day or campus tour!
Situated on a stunning 850-acre countryside estate in the heart of Leicestershire, the SMB Group’s Brooksby Campus offers a wide variety of Equine courses, from Level 2 through to degrees. With excellent facilities, great industry... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
We’re absolutely delighted to be partnered with the Farm Business Innovation Show and would like to offer all of our readers and members complimentary tickets to attend the show. This is the UK’s most innovative event for any forward-thinking farmer, country house or landowner, who is looking to diversify into the... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
Thank goodness for the longer, warmer days! With Summer around the corner, we are getting more time to do more of the things we enjoy. If, for you, this involves riding and schooling horses then it's likely your manège is going to get plenty of extended use - and as such... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
While much of the world only recently learned the health hazards of microscopic airborne particles, horses have been struggling with their impact for years - whether their owners know it or not! Allergic reactions that manifest as respiratory issues, skin problems, general malaise and poor performance start as tiny airborne particles... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
As riders, we at Lotus Romeo know how important a truly comfortable jacket is whether riding down the centre line or popping over fences. We have tried them all, made to measure and custom made, cheap and expensive and nothing ever seemed to work just right, despite the rhetoric and the... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
Together we can beat Strangles by improving biosecurity for our horses and being more open and supportive of each other.
During this year’s Strangles Awareness Week (3-9 May), we’ve been hearing people’s wisdom on Strangles management and prevention through the Strangles Awareness Week podcast. In this episode global horse shipping expert, Chris... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
The respiratory system is extremely important to the horse, especially competition horses, where a compromised respiratory system can limit a horse’s athletic career. It is an extremely large organ which primarily works to exchange oxygen for carbon dioxide which is distributed around the body in the blood. The respiratory system... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
In this issue the team at The Society of Master Saddlers offer advice on tack care and maintenance to help ensure it lasts and stands the test of time. Good quality, handcrafted saddlery can last for years but only if carefully maintained and looked after. When using saddles and bridles on... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
In this issue Master Saddler and Society of Master Saddlers’ Registered Qualified Saddle Fitter, Kay Hastilow answers:
What is the best way to find a Qualified Saddle Fitter? Are there any qualifications I can look for?
Answer:
There are many people out there claiming to be saddle fitters but in my opinion there is... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
Hurrah, at long last we can walk the course and get the adrenalin rush in the start box. If like many other event riders you have kept your horse ticking along, you may suddenly notice that the increase in work and excitement at getting back on the lorry has seen your... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
Looking for a low sugar, low starch diet as you get out and about competing again?
Whether heading to the white boards for a dressage competition, taking to the coloured poles for a show jumping round or heading out on the cross-country, a calm, focused ride will help achieve the best results.
After... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
Equerry Cool Mash is an efficient quick-soaking mash for horses that need a low energy feed.
Designed for horses and ponies in light to medium work Equerry Cool Mash is cereal-grain-free.
It has low levels of starch and benefits from a ‘Non-Heating’ formula. Equerry Cool Mash contains highly digestible fibre sources including sugar... Read More
Posted: 06/05/2021
For riders, movement is paramount as it is the key to increasing core stability. It is crucial to keep your spine healthy and mobilised, if your back is even slightly stiff it will soon affect your riding and the connection with your horse. This is why choosing the right chair is... Read More
Posted: 05/05/2021
Summer can be a risk for horses and ponies prone to laminitis as the new grass contains high levels of soluble sugars and non-structural carbohydrates (NSCs) and this high sugar content can be one of several different triggers for laminitis
Many people have the misconception that horses and ponies suffering from laminitis... Read More
Posted: 04/05/2021
Have you ever watched in awe at the skill of carriage drivers as they manoeuvre their way through cones or obstacles on the marathon after the glamour and precision of the dressage phase.
For many horse and pony enthusiasts competing at the highest level may not be there dream but simply getting... Read More
Posted: 30/04/2021
In this issue, the team at Bucas provide advice on travelling your horse and offer tips on how to do this safely and what to consider before setting out.
Whether you’re travelling to a competition, the vet or the farrier, making sure your horse is safe whilst travelling is key.
Travelling can be... Read More
Posted: 28/04/2021
Travel boots are essential for protecting your horse’s legs from knocks and scrapes whilst travelling.
The new Bucas 2020 Boots are made of tough outer nylon fabric and a stay-dry inner lining.
Made with cushioned padding the boots will fully contour to the horse’s legs. Features for a secure fit include three large... Read More
Posted: 28/04/2021
The new Elexxion Pro Helmet from uvex is made using hybrid technology with a hard outer shell and inmould development system.
The technology behind this super stylish helmet combines all the expertise of the uvex product developers.
Using the very latest innovative premium surfaces available the helmet details in mat, gloss and chrome... Read More
Posted: 27/04/2021
Get the most out of your horse’s performance this season by switching an Equitex Classic Dressage Saddle Pad.
These pads have been handmade in Italy since 1991 using premium fabrics including the unique TechVelvet. Velvet is the choice of Equitex, as contrary to popular belief, is extremely hardwearing, breathable, and incredible soft... Read More
Posted: 27/04/2021
It is with great regret that the organisers of the exciting new event HorseFest at Weston Park, July 23–25, have made the very difficult decision to cancel the event this year due to the ongoing uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.
Co-founders Thea Roberts and Heidi Hunter-Cope have assured everyone the event will... Read More