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Posted: 20/04/2018
Royal Windsor Horse Show will welcome the world’s best riders to the private grounds of Windsor Castle from 9 – 13 May 2018, with a line-up fitting to celebrate the Show’s 75th anniversary year. With international competitions taking place across four FEI equestrian disciplines, including CSI5* Show Jumping, CDI4* Dressage and... Read More
Posted: 20/04/2018
We are looking for rural singletons of all ages who are looking for love. It might be that they are struggling to find a partner due to living in an isolated area or they have an all-consuming work life. The series will paint a picture of modern Britain and will bring... Read More
Posted: 13/04/2018
The digestive system of a horse plays a huge role in overall health and well-being. If this delicate system becomes disrupted it can impact greatly on performance. For competition horses it can be a challenge to balance their training regime and travelling commitments with maintaining a favourable digestive environment that is... Read More
Posted: 13/04/2018
Here we chat to Robinson Animal Healthcare-sponsored rider Louisa Milne-Home about her passion for eventing and life on her yard in Scotland. Tell us about your current top horse. My current top horse is 4* eventer King Eider, who I have had since he was four-years-old. We have completed nine 4* events and... Read More
Posted: 12/04/2018
While we welcome the arrival of spring, in many horses it can bring with it an uncomfortable season of the Itchy & Scratchy Show! For sensitive skinned horses, or those prone to Sweet Itch, the emergence of annoying and biting insects coupled with rising temperatures can bring with it an unwelcome... Read More
Posted: 12/04/2018
BRITISH CONTEMPORARY ARTIST LAUNCHES STUNNING NEW COLLECTION WITH AN EQUESTRIAN & CHARITABLE TWIST Established contemporary artist, Lottie Cole, launched her new collection of equestrian-inspired work at an exclusive private viewing in Chelsea, London last night, in front of a distinguished crowd covering the entire equestrian spectrum. Hosted by Quintessentially Equestrian and supported by... Read More
Posted: 11/04/2018
In his second year as course designer Eric Winter has taken the traditional line and reversed the direction of the Badminton Course. Starting as ever in the main arena over the familiar flower bed, the ASX Starter (1) riders head left to a choice of inviting Rolex Feeder roll top... Read More
Posted: 06/04/2018
Hiho Silver announced as Official Jeweller for the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials Hiho Silver is delighted to announce that it has been selected as the Official Jeweller for the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials and, with this accolade, will be launching the Official Badminton Collection that’s available for pre-order now. “We are... Read More
Posted: 06/04/2018
Tame tangles with Nettex There’s nothing more time consuming than trying to brush through a knotted tail, and regular brushing strips out hair making full tails look sparse. So this year, keep your horse’s tail looking at its best with Nettex Mane & Tail Detangler. Designed to detangle the tail instantly, this clever,... Read More
Posted: 06/04/2018
Looking for something different? Luxurious quality products for your horse crafted from the finest materials? Hand made and styled in the way that only Italians know how? Introducing U Black Rider, just launched into the UK market. Inspired by her black horse ‘Unico’, the founder and Managing Director of U Black, Lorella Casalatina,... Read More
Posted: 06/04/2018
Bryerley Springs Equestrian Centre Gains Accessibility Mark Accreditation A Milton Keynes equestrian centre has secured an accreditation to a national scheme to encourage more disabled people to take up horse riding. With the mental and physical benefits of horse riding well documented, the centre hopes its Accessibility Mark accreditation will help reach out... Read More
Posted: 06/04/2018
Make Your Grazing Safe with Suregrow Meadow & Laminitics Grass Mix Is your horse or pony prone to laminitis? Suregrow Meadow & Laminitics Grass Mix creates a non-ryegrass sward and so reduces grass sugar levels to grazing animals. The mixture contains a blend of Timothy, Crested Dogstail, Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass, Meadow Fescue,... Read More
Posted: 06/04/2018
Any One for Polo? Inspired by the luxury world of polo and their recently announced relationship with British polo player Heloise Wilson-Smith, Sylvia Kerr Jewellery is proud to present 'The Polo Collection’. Featuring six significant and elegant creations, the collection takes inspiration from the players helmet, polo mallet and ball, translating them into... Read More
Posted: 06/04/2018
Hartpury Equine was proud to host the British Horse Society’s International Convention featuring acclaimed speakers and inspirational presentations and demonstrations. Attended by 1,000 guests, including 300 Hartpury students, highlights of the engaging three-day programme included sessions dedicated to ‘Coaching the Rider’, ‘Training the Horse’ and ‘Welfare of the Horse and Safety of... Read More
Posted: 06/04/2018
Improve your posture and help your back this summer The WickedWedge available from Back in Action is the ultimate portable seating option for anyone out and about watching equestrian events this summer. WickedWedge is one of those products that just seems to solve so many problems. It is so versatile that it can be... Read More
Posted: 06/04/2018
Aztec Diamond Equestrian – Stone Wash Denim Breeches These Stone Wash Denim Breeches from Aztec Diamond will add a fashionable twist to your riding wardrobe. Flattering back pockets featuring the Aztec Diamond embroidered motif together with branded tags, diamantes and a stone wash, these breeches are sure to turn heads. Complete with full... Read More
Posted: 05/04/2018
Vale Edge Farm, Owlswick, Buckinghamshire A rarely available family home offering great flexibility set amongst 6.69 acres and comes complete with both stabling and a menage. Vale Edge Farm is a very versatile property offers lots of possibilities. Approached via a gated entrance and large frontage which sets the tone for... Read More
Posted: 05/04/2018
Horses are trickle feeders and in the wild, would graze for up to 75% of their day (18 hours.) Our current management of them reduces this, often giving horses limited access to forage and a high-concentrate diet. We also like to feed forage in haynets to control wastage and mess. But... Read More
Posted: 05/04/2018
Just looking at a pair of shoes doesn’t tell you if they are comfortable for walking and running, so how can you be sure your saddle fits well, ensuring your horse can work comfortably? Trained saddle fitters will evaluate your saddle and make sure it fits correctly – on the day... Read More
Posted: 05/04/2018
Many of you will be starting to get your horses fit with long-slow work. A good basis for increasing bone strength, muscular and cardiovascular fitness. Many of you will be using roads. Given the high prevalence of lameness and arthritic type injury/disease in horses here are some points to consider with... Read More
Posted: 05/04/2018
Nettex are delighted to announce their sponsorship of the British Dressage Associated Championships for 2018 which will be called the NETTEX Associated Championships 2018. Nettex have a solid association with dressage having supplied products and worked with Team GBR rider and trainer Carl Hester MBE for over ten years. The Associated Championships showcases... Read More
Posted: 03/04/2018
Grandstand Media Ltd, organisers of Horse of the Year Show, are delighted to announce that Andrews Bowen have been confirmed as being the Official Surface Supplier for the show for the next five years. This comes after the Preston based company celebrated their 10th year anniversary of working with HOYS in... Read More
Posted: 29/03/2018
Hartpury has launched a new bursary scheme to help more UK students looking for careers working with animals and in farming to benefit from its world-leading facilities. The Guyll-Leng Bursary is open to applicants from households with limited income and demanding circumstances wishing to study Agriculture, Animal, Equine and related land-based... Read More
Posted: 29/03/2018
Mollichaff Calmer Complete Gives Lux Results! Owned by Michelle Byard for three years, Lux is a 17hh, 13-year-old Irish sports horse. When Michelle first purchased him they enjoyed competing together at show-jumping and dressage at their local riding club. However Lux was diagnosed with arthritis and so needed to slow the... Read More
Posted: 29/03/2018
The Organising Committee of Olympia, The London International Horse Show, was deeply saddened to hear of the sudden death today of its Chairman, Mike Tucker. Mike had been Chairman of the Organising Committee for the past two years and for over 30 years was the Show’s Senior Commentator. Simon Brooks-Ward, Show Director, said:... Read More
Posted: 29/03/2018
Shift Those Stains With Fiebing’s Green Clean from Abbey England There’s nothing more annoying than opening your stable door on the morning of a show to find your horse or pony covered in stable stains, after you spent the previous afternoon bathing him ready for the show ring. Fiebing’s Green Clean spot and... Read More
Posted: 29/03/2018
The Al Shira'aa Hickstead Derby Meeting 2018 The Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby Meeting (21-24 June) at Hickstead is one of the most popular events in the equestrian calendar, with top class showjumping featuring alongside showing, carriage driving and more. The CSI4* show culminates in the famous Al Shira’aa Derby on the Sunday afternoon.... Read More
Posted: 28/03/2018
Carriage Driving Stallion Paddy is a Golden Oldie! AT 23-years-old carriage driving stallion, Paddy had started to look his age and owner, Sam Kelly was looking at retiring her much loved liver chestnut. Known as Stapleford Enchantment in the show ring, Sam has owned Paddy since he was a weaned foal, and driving... Read More
Posted: 28/03/2018
Different Types of Martingale A martingale is a piece of tack which is usually used to control head carriage and act as an additional form of control. There are several different types of martingale which are used for varying reasons and are seen across several disciplines. In this feature we look... Read More
Posted: 28/03/2018
Feeding to Support Joints Article supplied by nutritionists from the TopSpec Multiple Award-Winning-Helpline. Your horse’s joints are subjected to repetitive trauma during everyday life and exercise, which can eventually lead to inflammation within the joints, or arthritis. Breed, conformation, condition, diet, fitness and foot balance all play a part in supporting your horse’s... Read More
Posted: 28/03/2018
FOXY AND FABULOUS Cutting a dash in this show ring this season is the new champion of style, the Equetech Foxbury Tweed Riding Jacket. A stunning combination of olive green with a subtle brown and green over check, this jacket takes tweed and traditional showing attire and give it a fashionable update. Featuring slanted... Read More
Posted: 28/03/2018
Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) is set to bring another unforgettable five days of entertainment to Birmingham’s NEC Genting Arena this year (3rd – 7th October) for the Show’s 70th year anniversary. With show stopping displays, exhilarating Showjumping and outstanding Showing Championships, this year’s Show is setting supreme standards by... Read More
Posted: 28/03/2018
RIDING THE LITE FANTASTIC AT BADMINTON! When it comes to having the edge against your competitors this season, the Childéric Lite Event Saddle brings together a revolutionary lightweight design with innovation. Available in their popular single flap models, the new lightweight version has been remodelled to remove 4kg of weight by striping the... Read More
Posted: 28/03/2018
Carl Hester Teams up with Van Holst Horses for Exclusive Masterclass at Bolesworth International BUILDING on the huge success of Carl Hester’s extremely popular demonstration at last year’s Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show, the maestro himself is once again set to wow the crowds this June. The Carl Hester Masterclass will take place... Read More
Posted: 27/03/2018
Clinics - A Great Way to Learn Are you looking for a new challenge with your horse this summer or are you stuck in a rut with your training? Clinics offer a great opportunity to get out and about with your horse, ride in a different environment, learn new training techniques and use... Read More
Posted: 27/03/2018
Pevlings Farm Riding Stables Opens Up More Opportunities for Disabled Riders A Somerset riding stables has gained a national stamp of approval to enable more disabled people to experience the fun and freedom of horse riding. Thanks to its Accessibility Mark accreditation, Pevlings Farm Riding Stables, based in Templecombe, hopes to accommodate more... Read More
Posted: 27/03/2018
Abbey England Supports Saddlery Trade with New Specialised Tools Continuing to support the saddlery trade with the production of specialised tools, Abbey England has listened to its customers and is supporting the saddlery industry with the introduction of two highly demanded tools. Made by Abbey’s manufacturing division, the team has produced traditional saddler’s... Read More
Posted: 27/03/2018
Xena Blossoms with Good Health and Happiness Xena has been a resident at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre in Norfolk for 10 months and in this time she has grown in confidence, allowing her lovely personality and kind-nature to shine through. Having been largely un-handled in her previous home... Read More
Posted: 23/03/2018
Making a nostalgic return to the Andrews Bowen International Arena is the Musical Drive of the Heavy Horses at Horse of the Year Show 2018. The popular and emotive Musical Drive performance has delighted the HOYS audiences for many years with their superb harrowing display; from the 1950’s up until... Read More
Posted: 21/03/2018
Grub’s Boots sponsored rider James Sommerville, is based in Yorkshire and first started eventing in 2002. He has been competing against some of the biggest names in the sport and has a wealth of experience when it comes to the cross country phase. Here he provides some useful tips for cross-country... Read More
Posted: 20/03/2018
Entries have just closed for the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials 2018 and we are in for another thrilling event in May. Last year’s winner Andrew Nicholson (New Zealand) with the evergreen Nereo will again take on double Olympic Champion Michael Jung (Germany) and La Biosthetique – Sam FBW, 2nd twice... Read More
Posted: 20/03/2018
TopSpec Launch Two New Mashes TopSpec has added High Fibre Mash and Linseed Mash to its range of innovative horse feed. Mashes are very useful for hydrating horses and volumising their feed. The highly digestible fibre in both these mashes helps to promote the beneficial bacteria in the hindgut therefore helping to maintain... Read More
Posted: 20/03/2018
Alltech-Hartpury Student Conference 2018 The annual Alltech-Hartpury Equine Student Conference will take place on May 2, at University Centre Hartpury, Gloucester. Now in its eighth year, the conference aims to provide higher education students with experience of writing and submitting an abstract and going through the review and revisions process, through to delivering... Read More
Posted: 20/03/2018
Bandaging Tricky Areas Bandaging is a skill that gets better with practice; however there may be an occasion when you are required to bandage areas that are slightly more difficult to tackle such as the knee or hock. If you are faced with the need to bandage one of these tricky joints it... Read More
Posted: 20/03/2018
Breathe Life into Your Paddocks with Suregrow CSM DID you know 85% of grassland is mineral and trace element deficient? Your paddocks and grassland may look in reasonable condition but is both the soil and the grass the very best it can be? CSM from the Suregrow fertiliser range provides more than 70... Read More
Posted: 20/03/2018
Top Tips for a Healthy Stable Environment this Spring! It is crucial that horses are kept in a clean environment as it assists with their respiratory system and overall wellbeing. Therefore it is extremely important to take every possible precaution against the spread of bugs and bacteria. Here are a few top tips to... Read More
Posted: 20/03/2018
William and Pippa Funnell Take Centre Stage at Bolesworth International Where do you get the chance to meet and learn from both a showjumping and eventing legend at the same time? The Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show of course – with the organisers announcing a new and exciting Masterclass... Read More
Posted: 14/03/2018
Jonathan Cox of Suregrow UK provides advice on getting your winter weathered paddocks in top form for the new season. As we step into Spring, paddocks and fields will have suffered from their fair share of the unpredictable British weather including rainfall and snow making them nothing more than a muddy... Read More
Posted: 14/03/2018
Time to Spring Clean the Yard with Grub’s So winter is finally behind us and we can now look to the spring and summer months and plan ahead. This is an ideal opportunity to completely blitz your tack room, feed store, barn, rug racks and stables by giving them a good... Read More
Posted: 14/03/2018
Tango and Inky Thrive on Fibre-Beet Owner Rosemary Brook was looking for a feed to supplement the 24/7 paddock turnout that her 28-year-old Shetland, Inky and 13-year-old Welsh Section D cross, Tango enjoy. Although both are used to living out, it was important for Rosemary to know they are both receiving the goodness... Read More
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