Posted: 16/06/2016
Showjumper Matt Sampson and National Hunt rider Nick Scholfield proved an irresistible double act as they powered to victory in the Bolesworth CSI **** International Jockey Challenge. The fast-moving partnership triumphed by more than six seconds in the relay-format event, with Sampson setting a scorching pace before Scholfield - fresh from... Read More
Posted: 16/06/2016
Yorkshireman Ben Raistrick launched the Bolesworth CSI **** International in winning fashion with a stylish victory as a packed Thursday schedule got under way. Riding the consistently-successful Top Limit, Rastrick triumphed in the CSI Am-A two-phase class, sponsored by Halsall Electrical, making light work of a testing International Arena course. Their... Read More
Posted: 14/06/2016
Hiho Silver has been granted an exclusive licence from The Thelwell Estate, to create a jewellery range using Norman Thelwell’s well-known cartoons featuring fat ponies and little riders. “We are so pleased to be able to share this news with everyone,” said Emma Warren of Hiho Silver.... Read More
Posted: 14/06/2016
With just a week to go before this year’s Bolesworth International the final preparations are hotting up and nearing completion as the 2016 event looks set for a fantastic four days.
With sporting heroes from the world of show jumping, dressage and eventing taking part the competition arenas are fit to bursting... Read More
Posted: 14/06/2016
Talented event rider Claire Fielding has secured sponsorship with Grub’s boots – the leaders in performance footwear after winning a national competition.
Based in Stansted, Essex, Claire is a professional event rider who specialises in producing young event horses and retraining ex-race horses.
Claire has produced one of her current rides “You Never... Read More
Posted: 14/06/2016
THIS year marks 100 years of the Dales Pony Society and Equifest is delighted to welcome the festivities.
Held at the East of England Showground, Peterborough, August 17 to 21, Equifest is always a fantastic five days of competition, shopping and entertainment.
The Dales Pony Society will host a breed stand throughout the... Read More
Posted: 13/06/2016
PARA dressage rider, Izzy Palmer has caught the attention of the media recently with a television crew for ITV visiting the home of her trainer, mentor and good friend Sophie Wells to film a piece on their relationship and Paralympic dreams.
Izzy recently started to ride Sophie’s horse Pinocchio, the wonderful chestnut... Read More
Posted: 13/06/2016
Haygain® is delighted to announce their sponsorship of the CIC3* class at the Fernhill Sport Horses Kilguikey House International Horse Trials in Co. Cork, Ireland on the 2nd and 3rd July 2016. Owners of Kilguikey House, Danny and Michelle Dulohery have put significant effort into developing their home into a state-of-the-art... Read More
Posted: 13/06/2016
Parwood Equestrian Centre in Guildford, Surrey was swathed in sunshine yesterday and ten competitors returned home happy after securing their place in the Haygain Pony Discovery Championship Final following a competitive second round competition. Twenty-seven competitors set out over yesterday’s course with their sights set on securing one of the ten... Read More
Posted: 13/06/2016
Organisers of the 2016 Bolesworth CSI **** International are delighted to announce a stellar line-up of yearlings for its second elite horse auction. The dazzling array of talent has been sourced from the best showjumping horse breeders and producers in Europe, and promises to enhance Bolesworth's portfolio in this important area... Read More
Posted: 13/06/2016
Need to find a stylish dog coat that will stand out from the rest? Equestrian.com has the answer offering the British Eventing waterproof dog coat.
Lined with quality fleece and the outer shell made of 600D will allow your dog to be protected against the rain and wind.
The Velcro belly wrap strap... Read More
Posted: 13/06/2016
LOOKING to find a feed for your fussy feeder, struggling with maintaining weight? TopSpec 14% Mix is a very palatable mix which is perfect for fussy eaters that reject low starch cubes but need additional feed alongside a feed balancer. 14% Mix is formulated utilising highly digestible fibre sources and cooked... Read More
Posted: 13/06/2016
Although having longer legs is usually thought of as an advantage when it comes to riding there are times when it can be difficult to find a saddle that is comfortable for the taller rider. With longer limbs in mind, Black Country Saddles developed the Jumping-LL saddle which is specifically designed... Read More
Posted: 13/06/2016
There are now so many types and styles of saddles on the market from the most luxurious leather money can buy to those made from synthetic materials. Here the Society of Master Saddlers considers the options and gives readers food for thought. First of all think about the purpose of... Read More
Posted: 13/06/2016
The Horse Bit Shop is the new sponsor of the prestigious Supreme Championship at this year’s Equifest.
Held at East of England Showground, Peterborough, August 17 to 21 2016, the show is one of the largest events in the equestrian calendar and provides a hugely enjoyable occasion for all the family whether... Read More
Posted: 13/06/2016
Dengie is the UK's leading manufacturer of fibre-based horse feeds and the largest producer of alfalfa within the UK. They are devoted to supporting young riders and in doing so hope to help educate them on the importance of a healthy diet for their horses and ponies. This is why they... Read More
Posted: 10/06/2016
On a cloudy Sunday at the end of May, Derriere Equestrian hosted it’s annual search for the next face of their global specialist clothing brand. Claire Galer, MD and founder of Derriere Equestrian has created a worldwide name for her brand that is now available in over 109 retailers across 29... Read More
Posted: 10/06/2016
Anthony Ball Photography was named the Derriere Equestrian Photographer of the Year 2016 and saw off some very stiff competition from Lorna Simmonds at the recent event held in Gloucester.
The annual PHOTY competition organised by Claire Galer, MD and Founder of Derriere Equestrian, presents the opportunity to become the official photographer... Read More
Posted: 09/06/2016
The Emile Faurie Foundation, a charity that reaches out to underprivileged children started up by top International Rider and Trainer, Emile Faurie, has been announced as the official charity for Olympia, The London International Horse Show 2016, running from 13 – 19 December. Founded in 1996, The Emile Faurie Foundation... Read More
Posted: 09/06/2016
The countdown to Rio is gathering pace and our top riders and horses are in full preparation to do battle for gold medal glory with the very best riders and teams from around the world. Now is the time to show your support for Equestrian Team GBR, whether you’re lucky enough... Read More
Posted: 09/06/2016
World-class sport, music and entertainment will be combined in spectacular fashion when the Equestrian.com Liverpool International Horse Show returns to the city's Echo Arena later this year. The 2017 event, which begins on December 31 and will be headlined in true New Year's Eve party fashion by operatic band and former... Read More
Posted: 09/06/2016
Pippa Hutton and Duela are the winners in the TopSpec Under 25 Grand Prix at Somerford Park Premier League. The long term partners danced to the top of the leader board on the Saturday evening of this well run and highly regarded fixture. Finishing on a score of 66.74%, Pippa and... Read More
Posted: 09/06/2016
Treat your tack the way it deserves to be treated by stocking up with Nettex Traditional Tack Conditioner, a blend of glycerine and natural oils that nourishes and protects leather to leave a lustrous shine after every use.
This penetrating formula keeps leather soft, supple and weather resistant all year round and... Read More
Posted: 09/06/2016
NuuMed has released a new HiWither Half Wool Saddlepad featuring a luxury wool front collar. The new HiWither Half Wool Saddlepad with Front Collar is available in dressage and close contact cuts and has been created in response to customer feedback. Both styles benefit from NuuMed’s HiWither design... Read More
Posted: 09/06/2016
Mirrors for Training is delighted to announce the launch of its new Prefabricated Arena Mirror System, which contains everything needed for a perfect installation. The precision engineered galvanised steel kit can be used to install horizontal and vertical mirrors, as the posts are universal in the design. The prefabricated... Read More
Posted: 02/06/2016
Dressage superstars, Charlotte Dujardin OBE and Valegro, are heading back to Hartpury, hoping that the Festival of Dressage proves the springboard to more Olympic success. The Festival, which runs from July 6th to 10th, is likely to be the final competition before the 2016 Olympics in Brazil both for Charlotte and... Read More
Posted: 02/06/2016
FMBs Therapy Systems’ ‘Try Before You Buy’ service is a great way for people to try a product before they commit to purchase, but can also be utilised for those looking to hire one of the company’s state of the art systems on a short term basis.... Read More
Posted: 02/06/2016
Kate Negus Saddlery is delighted to announce the sponsorship of not one, but two new riders – Hannah Francis and Willberry Wonder Pony. The equestrian world is familiar with Hannah Francis, a truly inspirational event rider who was diagnosed with an aggressive form of bone cancer in... Read More
Posted: 27/05/2016
A West Yorkshire Equestrian Centre has recently been awarded a prestigious seal of approval to begin providing riding lessons for disabled people thanks to gaining Accessibility Mark accreditation.
Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), in partnership with Hoof, the British Equestrian Federation’s (BEF) participation programme launched the Accessibility Mark scheme to encourage... Read More
Posted: 27/05/2016
WITH the aim of promoting the huge need to retrain and re-home more ex-racehorses than is currently possible, the team from The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre attended the Reaseheath College Family Festival.
Reaching out to people from all walks of life and spreading the word about their invaluable work is the aim... Read More
Posted: 27/05/2016
Hartpury’s Jenni Douglas is helping horse riders all over the world to achieve peak performance and cope with the long-term demands of an eventing career after launching a new suite of rider fitness resources. Jenni – a Hartpury graduate who went on to become an equine lecturer at the college -... Read More
Posted: 27/05/2016
By Professor Meriel Moore-Colyer Dean of the School of Equine Management and Science & Principal Lecturer in Equine Science at RAU and Scientific Consultant to HAYGAIN.
Summer is always one of the most difficult times of the year with horses. For those lucky enough to have free-draining soil and horses are out... Read More
Posted: 27/05/2016
The British Equestrian Trade Association is to mark the Olympic year in truly Yorkshire style by sponsoring the CIC 3* at its local show, the Equi-Trek Bramham International Horse Trial, which takes place from Thursday 9 to Sunday 12 June.
It will be the fourth year of sponsorship by BETA, which is... Read More
Posted: 27/05/2016
The highest scoring student from each cohort of Neue Schule’s Academy course, The Fundamentals of Bits and Bitting, will be presented with lorinery awards at the Livery Reception hosted by The Worshipful Company of Loriners. The event will take place at The Guild Hall, London on the 22nd June 2016.... Read More
Posted: 25/05/2016
Leading international dressage rider and trainer Hannah Biggs provides advice on how to improve rider position, courtesy of her sponsor Haygain® Hay Steamers.
Explains Hannah:
When starting out your journey in the world of dressage, it is important for all riders to understand the basics correctly, so they can progress with ease up... Read More
Posted: 25/05/2016
Revolutionary horse bit company, Neue Schule are enrolling students now for The Academy’s first ever Bitting Analyst Course. Bitting Analyst is the third section of the Fundamentals of Bits and Bitting Course. The cost is £75.00 which includes a 50 N spring balance and it will begin on... Read More
Posted: 25/05/2016
Some horses and ponies are special, helping to bring a smile to the face of those who often find it difficult to show emotion.
Up and down the country there are many horses and ponies taking part in Accessibility Mark sessions adapting from their day to day riding school activities to meeting... Read More
Posted: 25/05/2016
Irishman Trevor Breen won the Equestrian.com Derby in both 2014 and 2015, and next month he plans to bring both his winning rides back to the All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, to have a third crack at the title. The Derby is Hickstead’s most iconic competition, forming the... Read More
Posted: 25/05/2016
The new partnership between Horse First and Charlie & Abi Hutton Dressage was launched after their stunning dressage display at Badminton International Horse Trials last week. Charlie, son of Talland school of Equitation founder Pammy Hutton and his wife Abi, originally from County Down, wowed the crowd at Badminton with some... Read More
Posted: 20/05/2016
Ex-racehorse, Barney (Hattaak), arrived at ‘New Beginnings’ severely underweight. The dedicated staff at the charity monitored Barney closely and he received the best care and nutrition to help him gain condition.
Based in North Yorkshire, New Beginnings is a charity that provides a safe and secure environment where former racehorses can adjust... Read More
Posted: 20/05/2016
Farriers and vets are reporting unprecedented numbers of equine hoof abscesses this year, meaning choosing the right bedding for your horse’s stable has never been more important. Wiltshire based Farrier Andrew Dean DipWCF explains; “The surface your horse is standing on in the field and the stable is incredibly important... Read More
Posted: 20/05/2016
WITH more than 130 exhibitors and stands, this year’s Bolesworth International will see you in shopping heaven!
The four day’s provide a wide range of shopping from boutique, designer stands to homeware, luxury goods, artisan food, saddlers and equestrian retailers.
With the aim of making sure your visit is planned to perfection, here... Read More
Posted: 20/05/2016
Want to compete in a fun, summer party environment with your friends and family there for support?
Equifest – The Festival for Horse Lovers - has hundreds of classes to choose from and they could involve your horse or pony and even your canine friend!
Featuring the most extensive range of showing classes... Read More
Posted: 20/05/2016
This new and great value dressage boot from the DeNiro Boot Company features WRAT (Water Resistant Advanced Treatment) which uses hydrophobic materials that are bonded to the leather structure during the tanning process to from a protective barrier. This ensures the boots are water resistant, stay lighter in wet conditions with... Read More
Posted: 20/05/2016
Parkside Stables in Alfreton, Derbyshire is hoping to encourage more disabled people to take up riding as a sport, having recently gained their Accessibility Mark accreditation.
Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), in partnership with Hoof, the British Equestrian Federation’s (BEF) participation programme launched the Accessibility Mark scheme to encourage those who... Read More
Posted: 19/05/2016
An exciting new communications service, EMC PR, has been launched by the organiser of BETA International. The venture is set to breathe fresh air into the industry by operating on an individual-assignment basis without the need for binding contracts or costly monthly retainers.
It has been developed by BETA International sales manager... Read More
Posted: 19/05/2016
International Eventing duo Kevin McNab and Emma Dougall have competed up to 4* level including the prestigious events Burghley, Badminton, Luhmuhlen, Pau and Adelaide. Here we talk to the couple about what they look for when searching for the perfect event horse. What do you look for when buying an event... Read More
Posted: 19/05/2016
The new limited edition Samshield technical down vest is specially designed to be worn on horseback. In a comfortable, fitted style, it is made from Ripstop nylon which is soft to the touch and padded with genuine goose down. It is water-resistant, light, breathable and warm and is also thin, too,... Read More
Posted: 19/05/2016
Tuffa’s new Junior Show Boot is available now, following its official launch at Royal Windsor Horse Show. The stylish new boot has been designed specifically for showing. It’s made using quality leather with a non-slip rubber sole and combines durability with traditional elegance and a quality fit. The Junior Show Boot... Read More
Posted: 19/05/2016
Wildwoods Riding Centre based in Tadworth, Surrey is helping disabled riders accomplish their goals after the centre recently gained the Accessibility Mark Accreditation.
Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), in partnership with Hoof, the British Equestrian Federation’s (BEF) participation programme launched the Accessibility Mark scheme to encourage those who do not already... Read More