Five reasons to insure with five-star rated* equine insurance
Are you wondering who to take out your horse’s insurance policy with? The Insurance Emporium could be the ones for ... Read Article
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Cost-of-living crisis: how is it affecting you and your horse?
With only one week until the survey’s closing date, now’s the time to have your say on the effect of ... Read Article
Professional rider jailed for neglect
Five young horses were neglected by a Grand Prix level dressage rider who has now been sentenced after he was ... Read Article
SEIB donates £60,600 in their sixtieth year
SEIB Insurance Brokers celebrate turning 60 by donating to customers’ chosen charities Back in 1963, South Essex Insurance Brokers set ... Read Article
Keep your dental diary date
Looking after our horses’ teeth is an important part of their care, but how do we know when something’s wrong ... Read Article
A festive fairytale ending for donkey trio
Three donkeys are set to spend their first Christmas in their new home, thanks to The Donkey Sanctuary’s Rehoming Scheme ... Read Article
Setting standards
Safety is always a hot topic in any sport and horse riding in particular carries a higher risk of serious ... Read Article
Equine organisations need your views to address the current equine welfare crisis
Do you own, loan, ride, breed, enjoy or work with horses? If so, a recent survey has been put together ... Read Article
Can horses boost mental health?
Mental health charity Mind in Bradford and Riding for the Disabled Association collaborate to evaluate the effects horses can have ... Read Article
Raise funds for equine charities while you shop – nominate your favourite cause now
Popular equestrian brand Harry Hall invites customers old and new to nominate their favourite charities to be in with a ... Read Article
Rescue mission turned Christmas miracle
Last year, HAPPA and The Donkey Sanctuary joined forces to save three donkeys and a pony, who are now thriving ... Read Article
Three quarters of people feel they have a stronger bond with their pet than their partner, new research shows
After a hard day, would you rather cuddle your horse or your other half? According to latest research from welfare ... Read Article
Adorable Christmas animation highlights the importance of a strong bond
Brooke Action for Working Horses and Donkeys have released an uplifting animation featuring a Dragon’s Den star The heart-warming new ... Read Article
Riding for the Disabled Association supports Disability History Month
Disability History Month shines a light on Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) as they help to address inequalities faced ... Read Article
Do you know how to decode feed bags?
As part of British Equestrian Trade Association’s (BETA) Feed Fact Fortnight, Red Mills nutrition expert Louise Jones explains how to ... Read Article
Owners admit they’d rather make sacrifices in challenging times than see their horses go without, survey finds
Three in five owners have seen a recent rise in livery costs but majority are desperate to avoid scrimping on ... Read Article
Animal health professionals demand universal register to fight threat of unqualified therapists
An organisation has highlighted the importance of all qualified animal health practitioners belonging to a register following an increase in ... Read Article
Majority of equestrians believe equine sport can only continue if welfare improvements are made, survey says
Two surveys carried out by an independent ethics and wellbeing group suggests that more than half of equestrians have concerns ... Read Article
Conference urges equestrians to call out bad behaviour, as it explores the fine line between use and abuse
The annual World Horse Welfare conference, which tackled the subject of when use becomes abuse, highlighted how the equine world ... Read Article
Huge British Eventing discount announced for British Riding Club members
Calling all British Riding Club members, now’s the perfect time to sign up to get eventing From today (Thursday 17 ... Read Article
“Six-monthly boosters are optimal and necessary,” say experts in plea to revert to bi-annual flu boosters
As equine influenza (EI) vaccine supply returns to normal following a significant shortage, and at a time when the UK ... Read Article
London International to welcome new inclusive showing series with opportunities for all
Showing societies are coming together to create an amateur-focused, ‘have a go’ showing series – with no initial membership requirements ... Read Article
Join a week of horse health awareness with British Equestrian
To mark British Equine Health Week, British Equestrian is running a seven-day programme to highlight health conditions – both common ... Read Article
“Little unicorn” leads field in inaugural amateur Pony Club showing series
Fighting off competition from children and adults, lead rein pony Thistledown Elpaso and his miniature jockey Emily Hiscox were champions ... Read Article
“We think showing is her thing!” – in-hand champion title at amateur championships for showing convert mare
Five worthy winners battled it out to be crowned in-hand champion at the SEIB Search for a Star Your Horse ... Read Article
Pure and part-bred natives triumph in ridden amateur showing series finale
A Welsh section B, part-bred Welsh and homebred New Forest pony all came up trumps in the ridden SEIB Search ... Read Article
The ultimate Christmas gifts guide for equestrians
What do you want to find underneath the tree this year? Check out some of our favourite festive finds Top ... Read Article
Eight ways riders can embrace the clocks going back for winter
The rumours are true, British summertime is officially over! But far from the doom and gloom associated with the season, ... Read Article
Dealing with strangles – What you need to know
Insurance specialists at The Insurance Emporium have put together a guide on what to do if your horse contracts strangles ... Read Article
Vets warn owners of the seasonal risk of grazing horses around oaks and sycamores
Considering the dangers associated with grazing on acorns and sycamore seeds – and the risks of high winds over the ... Read Article
Unique opportunity to tour a ‘donkey hospital’ from the comfort of your own home
The Donkey Sanctuary is offering its supporters the opportunity to enjoy a virtual tour of its donkey hospital in celebration ... Read Article
Two leading equestrian charities awarded a share of £500,000 jackpot
At a time when charities are needing our support more than ever, The British Horse Society and World Horse Welfare ... Read Article
“Riding here is a dream come true” – nurse crowned champion of popular amateur series at HOYS
Meet all the horse and rider combinations winning their classes in popular amateur series, including the champion who was purchased ... Read Article
Badminton Horse Trials date changed for Coronation
To avoid a clash with the Coronation of Charles III and the Queen Consort, Badminton Horse Trials will be making ... Read Article
Insurance provider urges riders to join fundraising event to support Riding for The Disabled
With its new initiative that will take place from 22–23 October, insurance provider Agria promises to donate £5 to Riding ... Read Article
Equestrian world must learn from others or risk losing ‘social licence’
Ethics and education as well as mental, physical and social equine welfare must be prioritised if equestrianism is to remain ... Read Article
Younger parental age could be the secret to faster Thoroughbreds, according to study
In a sport where the finest of margins can determine the winner, a new study has shown that parental age ... Read Article
New equine documentary shines a spotlight on signs of pain in ridden horses
A feature-length programme uncovering some of the less comfortable truths surrounding the ridden equine has been launched in a bid ... Read Article
How are spiralling prices affecting horse owners? Survey aims to find out
With inflation running at a rate not seen in the UK for many years, a new survey is aiming to ... Read Article
Young British showjumper prepares to run marathon for popular equestrian charity
With just under two weeks to go, Olli Fletcher, is set to run the London Marathon on Sunday 2 October ... Read Article
British rider becomes the new eventing World Champion after team competition heartbreak
First time senior championship rider, Yasmin Ingham, becomes eventing World Champion while the British team suffered heartbreak as poles flew ... Read Article
Yasmin Ingham moves up to silver medal position after testing World Championships track
There’s been a leader board reshuffle on the Eventing World Championships cross-country day, with senior championship debutante Yasmin Ingham best of the Brits going into tomorrow’s ... Read Article
Tom McEwen and Oliver Townend continue Britain’s strong start to the Eventing World Championships
Fabulous tests from Tom McEwen and Oliver Townend give the British eventing team a commanding lead with a record-breaking sub-70 ... Read Article
Laura Collett smashes 20-year dressage record on day one of the Eventing World Championships
British riders make up three of the top five at the Eventing World Championships at the end of day one ... Read Article
Her Majesty The Queen’s ex-racehorse qualifies for major showing championship
Five-year-old First Receiver, owned by Her Majesty The Queen, won the final Horse of the Year Show qualifier earlier this ... Read Article
Over two-thirds of riding schools struggling to meet demand, research finds
Workforce, horsepower, capacity demands and rising costs are some of the greatest challenges currently facing riding schools Working in tandem ... Read Article
“It just felt like the right thing to do” – horses and riders line up to pay respects to The Queen
One rider and her family opened the gates of their yard to welcome horses, riders and those on foot to ... Read Article
Five ways Haygain can help beat rising horse keeping costs
Struggling with rising costs? By following the Haygain way, you can save on costs while supporting your horse’s health There’s ... Read Article
Blazing a trail
If there’s a grassroots championships you’d want to aim for, it’s got to be Trailblazers. Let’s meet some of this ... Read Article
Study finds that a long-term bond between horse and rider leads to increased confidence in new situations
A new study has shown that horses are more reluctant in new situations if they have multiple riders, have had ... Read Article
UK becomes the first to be hit by flu vaccine shortage
BEVA has issued vaccination guidance amid the current Europe-wide equine influenza vaccine shortage The British Equestrian Veterinary Association (BEVA), British ... Read Article
Recession begins to take its toll on horses
Latest figures from animal rescue charity, Blue Cross, show that an increasing number of equestrians are struggling to keep up ... Read Article
Funding granted to study the long-term sustainability of Thoroughbred breeding
The grant received by The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) will allow researchers to conduct first-of-its-kind study into the impact of ... Read Article
A freestyle medal each for Britain’s para dressage riders on the final day of the World Championships
Taking the Great British World Para Dressage Championship medal tally up to a phenomenal seven, riders signed off in style ... Read Article
British team secures Paris 2024 qualification but falls just shy of the podium at Para Dressage World Championships
Strong individual performances were enough to secure the British equestrian para dressage team Paralympic qualification plus all riders going through ... Read Article
An evening of thrills and spills results in Britain’s first showjumping World Championship medal in 24 years
After a nail-biting evening of showjumping action, the British team of Scott Brash, Harry Charles, Ben Maher and Joe Stockdale ... Read Article
Champions crowned at the British Riding Club National Horse Trials
Delight for the British Riding Club (BRC) winners at the Five Star National Championships which took place at Swalcliffe Park ... Read Article
Silver medals for para dressage riders Natasha Baker and Sophie Wells at the World Championships
Sophie Wells and Natasha Baker add Para Dressage World Championship silver medals to their already-impressive collections The competition was fierce ... Read Article
A day of highs and lows for British riders at the Showjumping World Championship
Ben Maher and Scott Brash pinned picture-perfect rounds on the board, but teammates Joe Stockdale and Harry Charles were left ... Read Article
“I knew anything could happen with Glamourdale” – Lottie Fry adds world freestyle champion title to week’s achievements
Determined from start to finish, 26-year-old Lottie Fry ends her week of a lifetime with a third medal and a ... Read Article
Scott Brash speeds into second on first day of the World Showjumping Championships
Two British riders finish in the top 10 after day one of World Showjumping Championships and medal hopes begin to ... Read Article
Sir Lee Pearson adds another World Championship medal to his impressive tally
British para-dressage riders get off to a great start at the 2022 World Championships, with Sir Lee Pearson securing a ... Read Article
Lottie Fry takes gold in the Grand Prix Special to become world champion
Lottie Fry and Glamourdale become the Individual World Dressage Champions © British Equestrian / Jon Stroud There was elation at ... Read Article
Vital veterinary aid reaches horses in Ukraine
Funds and veterinary supplies from British Equestrians for Ukraine are making a significant difference to the lives of horses caught ... Read Article
Pub chain works to welcome customers arriving on horseback
Pubs are making it easier than ever for equestrians to visit on horseback With the recent heatwave bringing climate change ... Read Article
New report shines a light on deepening animal welfare crisis
Horses in need are facing a postcode lottery in terms of access to welfare services, with research showing that 47% ... Read Article
World team silver for Great Britain after a personal best score and flurry of 10s
Charlotte Dujardin and Imhotep scored 77.407% to help Britain to a team silver medal © British Equestrian / Jon Stroud ... Read Article
Highs and lows on day one of the FEI Dressage World Championships
Photo credit: Jon Stroud The Dressage World Championships is well underway and it’s the Netherlands leading the way in both ... Read Article
The countdown to Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials is on
Excitement is building for one of the most anticipated events in the eventing calendar – Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials ... Read Article
Revealed: cross-country fence types most and least likely to result in a fall
New research published in the Journal of Veterinary Behaviour assessing risk of falls during the cross-country phase of eventing has ... Read Article
Land’s End is in sight for vet trekking 1,300 miles across the country for charity
After three months, 1,300 miles and several sets of shoes for her horse, Kate McMorris and her homebred mare Marilyn ... Read Article
A day of success at the Search for a Star Riding for the Disabled Association championship
Competitors travelled far and wide to take part in the first Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) Search for a ... Read Article
Burghley Horse Trials introduces £20-per-year digital TV service
Calendar favourite, Burghley Horse Trials, is launching its new £20-per-year subscription-only TV service that promises to give fans of equestrianism ... Read Article
New study finds added benefit to strip grazing
Feeding less doesn’t necessarily mean less movement, as results of new research have shown that strip grazed horses move around ... Read Article
Never write off Frankie, as he continues to perform strongly
Frankie Dettori proves he’s still in it to win it, after the announcement that long-term owners John and Thady Gosden ... Read Article
World Horse Welfare awarded the largest share of £52,000 charity jackpot
Taking home a cheque for £12,000, World Horse Welfare was the biggest winner at this year’s SEIB Insurance Brokers charity ... Read Article
Centres from Cornwall to Perth celebrated in esteemed yard of the year awards
Mark Walters and Nicholas Lawson of Corvedale Equestrian won Full Livery Yard of the Year ©Trevor Meeks Judges were impressed ... Read Article
Rehomed Redwings horses triumph at the Royal Norfolk Show
It was an incredible day of county showing for the rehomed Redwings horses as they dominated the rescue classes Redwings ... Read Article
New scheme aims to protect Dartmoor’s ponies from traffic accidents
80 Dartmoor ponies have been fitted with reflective neck bands in a bid to reduce the number of fatal collisions ... Read Article
New horsey TV show gives everyday riders a chance at stardom
Have you always dreamed of starring alongside your equine best friend on TV for all to see? Well, this could ... Read Article
Nothing gentle about Jay Halim’s start to Bolesworth International campaign
British showjumper Jay Halim proves he means business as he gets off to a flying start at the Dodson & ... Read Article
11 reasons to head to the Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show this year
The Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show takes place from 29 June-3 July at Bolesworth Castle near Chester. Set ... Read Article
Equine charity sends plea for help with spiralling vet fees
Horses and Ponies Protection Association (HAPPA) are asking friends, supporters, and followers to dig deep after a recent rescue of ... Read Article
Always be seen while out on your horse
How can you be sure you and your horse are as visible as possible to road and countryside users while ... Read Article
Man banned from keeping animals after pony found with maggot-infested wounds
Following a RSPCA prosecution, a man from Doncaster has been banned from keeping animals for 10 years for causing unnecessary ... Read Article
Help continues to flood in for British Equestrians for Ukraine
10 weeks since its launch British Equestrians for Ukraine are continuing to help urgently needed supplies reach the war-torn regions ... Read Article
Queen gives royal blessing to foal named in her honour
Her Majesty the Queen was touched after a foal born at Redwings Horse Sanctuary was named Monarch in honour of ... Read Article
Is it ever too late to clip? Breaking the myth of clipping seasons
When it comes to horses, there’s no one-size-fits-all, and summer clipping’s a choice that should come down to whatever’s best ... Read Article
Southern ambulance service teams up with equestrian charity to improve road safety
An ambulance service in the south of England is joining forces with its local BHS group to help improve road ... Read Article
Welfare awards to run at Appleby Horse Fair 2022
The ‘Best at Appleby’ welfare award is back for a seventh year at the Appleby Horse Fair, celebrating examples of ... Read Article
New product launch hopes to improve safety in equestrian sport
Have you ever caught your rein in a gate while riding or leading your horse? Has his leg ever become ... Read Article
Five things you didn’t know about The Queen’s life with horses
Celebrations for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee have started but how much do you know about her life with horses? ... Read Article
Horse trailer owners urged to take towing training
A new training scheme has been launched to provide drivers with the skills to safely tow a trailer in the ... Read Article
Inaugural Riding Club combined championships hailed a huge success
The first NAF Five Star Combined Championships took place from 21–22 May at Aston Le Walls Equestrian Centre in Northamptonshire ... Read Article
Rescue pony Gerald comes face to face with animal champion and reality TV star
A foal described as lucky to be alive when he was rescued by the RSPCA celebrated his miraculous transformation with ... Read Article
Scottish vet embarks on ride of a lifetime
Kate McMorris and her horse Marilyn have set out to ride solo from John O’Groats to Lands’ End to raise ... Read Article
New campaign aims to raise awareness about the donkey skin trade
The Donkey Sanctuary have launched a new campaign called ‘Innocent Lives’ to raise awareness of the plight of the donkey ... Read Article
Project WORMS launched to help tackle resistance crisis
Help to save horses’ health in the future by sharing your approach to worming Members of the veterinary world have ... Read Article
Ground-breaking research shows the impact of concussion on rider mental health
A mental health study conducted in partnership with Charles Owen showed a startling link between concussion after a fall and ... Read Article
Amazing horsey prizes up for grabs in Charity Raffle
Harry Hall have launched a £1 charity raffle to help raise funds for their 2022 charity partners after prizes from ... Read Article
Join the British Horse Society’s Ride Out UK
The British Horse Society (BHS) launches this year’s Ride Out UK, its annual campaign celebrating the joys of riding out, ... Read Article
Rest up at the Village Hotel in Bracknell
Whether you’re attending Ascot or Windsor or looking for a fun or relaxing mini break, check out the hotel that’ll ... Read Article
History in the making: Laura Collett and London 52’s partnership so far
Photo credit: Laura and London 52 after their winning round at Badminton Horse Trials 2022 © Badminton Horse Trials Limited ... Read Article
Laura Collett fulfils childhood dream to claim Badminton Horse Trials title with London 52
Photo © Badminton Horse Trials Limited They led from start to finish, broke the winning score record and are only ... Read Article
A pole in hand for Laura Collett who retains lead despite Badminton leader board shake-up
Photo © Badminton Horse Trials Limited Finishing the cross-country on her personal best five-star dressage score of 21.0, Laura Collett ... Read Article
Laura Collett leads the way going into cross-country day at Badminton
With a remarkable score of 21.0, Laura Collett and London 52 take the provisional lead from her Olympic teammate Tom ... Read Article
Tom McEwen sets the bar high after day one at Badminton
Olympic silver medal combination Tom McEwen and Toledo De Kerser lead Badminton on the first day with a personal best ... Read Article
Registration now open for ride-and-fundraise initiative to help riders enjoy their horses
After a roaring success in its launch year, registration is now open for this year’s Great Horses 4 Health Event ... Read Article
Winners crowned in Voltaire Design Badminton Grassroots Championships
It was an action-packed day at the biggest event on the amateur eventing calendar with fierce competition on the hallowed ... Read Article
Cross-country day at Badminton sold out as site reaches capacity
Photo © Badminton Horse Trials Limited After announcing that this year’s event wouldn’t have tickets for sale on the gate, ... Read Article
British Eventing increases efforts to make the sport more affordable amid rising costs
Proving its commitment to listening to its members, British Eventing is trying to ease the impact of increasing costs on ... Read Article
Royal patron announced for Horses for Health Event
In preparation for its beginning on the 19 June, The Great Horses for Health Event 2022 has announced the return ... Read Article
Redwings celebrates silver at the Charity Film Awards
Redwings is thanking supporters after being awarded second place in the People’s Choice category at the Charity Film Awards. The film, ‘A Second ... Read Article
The lowdown on how to get to a Petplan Equine Area Festival
Need something new to aim for this season? Why not give the Area Festival qualifiers a go? The Area Festivals ... Read Article
Piggy March supports Strangles Awareness Week with new video
Leading event rider, Piggy March, has teamed up with Redwings to offer her endorsement for the Temperature Check Challenge, an ... Read Article
Donations to British Equestrians for Ukraine reach £164,000
Four weeks after the launch of British Equestrians for Ukraine (BEU) here’s an update on what’s been achieved so far ... Read Article
Give your views on the Equine ID System
World Horse Welfare and the British Horse Council are encouraging anyone with an interest in horses to complete a short ... Read Article
A bright future for foal found dumped in a ditch
Dumped in a ditch at just a few days old, things could have turned out very differently for abandoned foal, ... Read Article
Household Cavalry Foundation announced as Burghley 2022 charity of the year
Burghley Horse Trials, which runs from 1–4 September has appointed the Household Cavalry Foundation as its official charity of 2022 ... Read Article
BETA sends £90,000 worth of feed and bedding to Ukraine
The British Equestrians for Ukraine initiative raised over £100,000 and nine lorry loads of supplies have been shipped to Poland ... Read Article
Have a stress-free summer with Dog’Skin
Spring is finally upon us, but the dread of having to manage our dogs’ skin issues can really put a ... Read Article
Charity launches appeal to find owners of neglected Shetlands
The RSPCA has opened an investigation after two Shetlands were found with severely overgrown hooves in a field in Dorset ... Read Article
British Equestrians for Ukraine launched to aid developing equine crisis
Leading organisations within the equestrian community have united to form British Equestrians for Ukraine, which aims to help those caught ... Read Article
Redwings Horse Sanctuary needs your help to win Charity Film Award
With just over a week until voting closes, Redwings urges supporters to vote for its animated film about beloved horse, ... Read Article
RDA named Badminton Charity of the Year
Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) has been chosen as Badminton Horse Trials’ Charity of the Year for 2022 The ... Read Article
Charity teams up with feed company to help herd of underweight horses
World Horse Welfare and Baileys Horse feeds have joined forces to help a herd of emaciated Thoroughbreds recover after their ... Read Article
Horse hit by car makes incredible recovery at Redwings
A pregnant mare who was involved in a serious road traffic accident has made her way to Redwings to receive ... Read Article
Young eventers given wealth of opportunities
The newly re-branded Wesko Foundation is extending its support to young riders across the globe to help shape their futures ... Read Article
Voting is now open for the SEIB Yard of the Year Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2022 SEIB Insurance Brokers Yard of the Year Awards. The prestigious awards allow you ... Read Article
Equine charities join forces for a huge rescue mission
A large herd of 40 pint-sized ponies were rescued when equine welfare charities came together Equine welfare charities have come ... Read Article
The power of horses is helping people recover from brain injury
An innovative rehabilitation centre’s working with horses to help people recover from brain injury and the results are proving highly ... Read Article
Equine welfare charity launch appeal for miracle foals
HorseWorld Trust is appealing for donations following its battle to save the lives of severely emaciated mares and their foals. ... Read Article
British Eventing announces new Chair
Mark Satori outlines his intentions to make positive changes in the sport of eventing British Eventing has appointed a ... Read Article
Government plans new trailer training scheme to promote safer towing
After the trailer towing test was scrapped last year, the DVSA has plans to boost knowledge and capabilities in a ... Read Article
Welfare charity issues statement about viral Mark Todd video clip
World Horse Welfare has voiced its official response to a detrimental video clip that has arisen of former eventer Mark ... Read Article
Donkeys are thrown a lifeline as rule against slaughter is passed
Brazil has reinstated a countrywide ban on the slaughter of donkeys for export to China in a move welcomed by ... Read Article
Redwings charity film reaches award finals
An animated film made by Redwings Horse Sanctuary reaches the final of the prestigious Charity Film Awards Redwings Horse Sanctuary’s ... Read Article
Three horses to watch out for at Cheltenham Festival 2022
Who are your ones to back at this year’s Cheltenham Festival? We’ve got some tips from the experts… The 2022 ... Read Article
Couple banned for life after ponies found living in deplorable conditions
A Lancashire couple have been handed a life ban on keeping animals after four severely neglected ponies were found imprisoned ... Read Article
Incorrect use of wormers has been found to increase risk of colic symptoms
Vets are advising owners to ensure their winter wormer targets encysted small redworm, regardless of their horse’s faecal worm egg ... Read Article
Veteran class and showing ‘weekenders’ among new additions to popular amateur series
The popular amateur showing series, SEIB Search For A Star, is gearing up for some exciting additions to its line-up ... Read Article
Breakthrough research helps horse owners reduce the risk of gastric ulcers
We all know prevention is better than a cure, and Dengie’s new Ulcer Risk Calculator does just that. The new ... Read Article
Five things you didn’t know about Olympic showjumper Ben Maher
Get an insight into the life and times of legendary showjumper Ben Maher with our five fast facts Last ... Read Article
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Equine charity shines light on the horse body condition of show horses
The Horse Trust’s Health Body Condition campaign aims to raise horse owners awareness of the ideal bodyweight for a horse, ... Read Article
Equine welfare charity celebrates a record-breaking year
World Horse Welfare has surpassed its previous record for rehoming rescue horses in 2021 World Horse Welfare rejoices following ... Read Article
Amazing mule celebrates milestone birthday
One of Bransby Horses’ oldest residents, Ebony the mule, is celebrating turning 30 this month, making her the oldest and ... Read Article
Three equine charities to benefit from donations thanks to popular equestrian brand
Three lucky equine charities have come out on top to receive extra funds and support from Harry Hall At the ... Read Article
Proposed changes to the Highway Code applauded by horse riders
The Highway Code is due to see some updates in January 2022 in an attempt to make vulnerable road users, ... Read Article
‘Sweet’ reunion for rescue ponies Treacle and Candy
Blue Cross ponies Treacle and Candy have been happily reunited after five years apart and the matched pair are once ... Read Article
All drivers now allowed to tow a trailer without taking a test
After months of waiting, the DVSA has passed the ruling that all drivers are now eligible to tow a trailer ... Read Article
Popular equestrian brand grants Christmas wishes with charity partner shortlist
After its 2021 campaign raised over £12,000 so far for charities in need, voting is now open for the Harry ... Read Article
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Christmas miracle for Park Lane Stables as charity secures its Teddington home
After a whirlwind 12 months for Park Lane Stables, the charity’s ending its year in the best possible way – ... Read Article
Have yourself a horsey Christmas
Want to bring some festive flair to your yard this Christmas? Deck out your horse and yourself with H&R’s top ... Read Article
SEIB Insurance Brokers will grant £50,000 to equine charities
Help your favourite charity this Christmas by nominating them to win £12,000 in the fifth annual running of SEIB Giving. ... Read Article
Riding charity suffers devastating effects of Storm Arwen
Storm Arwen wrought havoc on the Scottish riding therapy centre, and they’re still in desperate need of help At the ... Read Article
Charity launches survey to find out about first horse experiences
What was your first horse or pony like? That’s what a survey issued by equine charity, Redwings Horse Sanctuary aims ... Read Article
Charity encourages owners to ‘be rug-wise this winter’ for the health of our horses
With winter setting in and temperatures dropping nationwide, national pet charity, Blue Cross, is urging horse owners to reflect on ... Read Article
Study identifies ways to make equestrian sport safer for horses and riders
A study funded by the FEI has found the most effective ways to prevent falls during the cross-country phase of ... Read Article
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Tune in for a Christmas carol service with a difference
Fancy some festive fun with a backdrop of cute donkeys? You won’t want to miss the latest offering from The ... Read Article
SEIB Search for a Star Championships showcased five action-packed classes
Photo: SMR Photography Find out the highlights of the prestigious showing championship, SEIB Search for a Star The much-anticipated ... Read Article
Yorkshire donkey with overgrown and twisted hooves is rescued
The Donkey Sanctuary has rescued a donkey whose hooves were so overgrown they’d become twisted Following a call from a ... Read Article
Social media and its influence under the spotlight at equine charity conference
Experts at the World Horse Welfare International Equine Conference opened up debate on who you should listen to, how to ... Read Article
First female jockey to win the Grand National nominated for prestigious award
Jockey Rachael Blackmore is in the running to win Sport Action Woman of the Year BT Sport has announced the ... Read Article
Man sentenced for beating pony in supermarket car park
An incident filmed by a member of the public has helped build a case against a man who hit his ... Read Article
The Racehorse Sanctuary suffers brutal blow after theft in the night
Equestrian charity, The Racehorse Sanctuary, has lost thousands after vital equipment was stolen The Racehorse Sanctuary woke up to a ... Read Article
Protect your horse from atypical myopathy
With autumn in full swing and sycamore seeds falling fast, the British Equine Veterinary Association reminds owners to take steps ... Read Article
“We are naturally devastated” – Liverpool International cancelled due to uncertainty
This evening, it was announced that the Voltaire Design Liverpool International Horse Show would be the latest victim of the ... Read Article
Rider scoops grassroots and novice league prize and £1500 worth of prizes
After a busy season of British Eventing at Little Downham, local rider Caroline Day took top honours in both the ... Read Article
Park Lane Stables takes a huge step towards finally securing its London base
After a turbulent year facing threat of permanent closure, Teddington’s Park Lane Stables has almost secured its home for good ... Read Article
New sponsor to take on the Badminton Grassroots Championship
Voltaire Design will be the proud new sponsors of the much-anticipated Badminton Grassroots Championships Badminton Horse Trials are thrilled to ... Read Article
Five ways to know you have a horsey best friend
Is there someone at your yard who always goes above and beyond to help you in your equine hour of ... Read Article
A bright future for Blue Cross Shetland pony, Doolittle
Rescued miniature Shetland pony Doolittle hasn’t had the easiest start to life, but luckily, he’s now thriving under the care ... Read Article
Charitable foundation welcomes up-and-coming eventers to train with legend Pippa Funnell
Three budding young eventers have been given the opportunity of a lifetime to train with one of the most decorated ... Read Article
Safety app saves rider’s life after potentially fatal dog attack
Rider Ashleigh Compton only just managed to escape the jaws of an aggressive dog while out riding thanks to the ... Read Article
Equine charity launches exciting new podcast series
Redwings Horse Sanctuary launches its brand-new podcast so supporters can hear all about the charity’s residents Redwings Horse Sanctuary has ... Read Article
Spillers launches Slimmers’ Club to help overweight horses
Spillers has teamed up with Redwings Horse Sanctuary to tackle the major welfare issue of equine obesity by running an ... Read Article
Britain secures top placings at the FEI Eventing European Championship
Britain’s eventers take Avenches by storm, winning the team and individual gold medal, and taking silver and bronze, too It ... Read Article
Nicola Wilson leads overnight on 20.9 dressage as eventers show they mean business at Europeans
Nicola Wilson and JL Dublin © FEI/Richard Juilliart Britain’s eventing team got off to the perfect start today at the ... Read Article
Donkeys do their part for broader rewilding conservation project
The residents of The Donkey Sanctuary are playing a key role in helping wildflowers grow at the charity’s base in ... Read Article
Dressage rider set to run “brutal” and “gruelling” marathon for equine charity, Brooke
Just weeks after competing in the National Championships, Grand Prix dressage rider Alice Oppenheimer is set to run the full ... Read Article
Survey suggests a quarter of riders worldwide don’t wear riding hats
Riding helmets – necessary safety kit or a nuisance? A study carried out by nurse scientist Ansley Grimes Stanfill showed ... Read Article
Blue Cross and The Pony Club team up for auction fundraiser
Want the chance to bid on exclusive goodies from Olympic showjumper Ben Maher? Charities Blue Cross and The Pony Club ... Read Article
Lou Lou’s still loving life at 30
Photo: Mandy Meadows Photography New Forest pony Lou Lou’s still going strong and winning rosettes at the grand old age ... Read Article
Over 2,700 additional HGV tests available after scrapping of trailer test requirements
Thousands of HGV test slots have been made available since the DVSA’s announcement to scrap trailer tests – and there ... Read Article
Nepal’s equine owners receive charitable support following glanders outbreak
Following confirmation that infectious disease glanders is present in Nepal, UK charities have pulled together to offer their support to ... Read Article
Bronze for Charlotte Dujardin whose championship medal tally totals 20
The Brits had a successful final dance in the Europeans freestyle, with Lottie Fry beating her personal best and Charlotte ... Read Article
Dramatic change to towing laws means test will no longer be needed
The government has announced an end to all trailer tests from 20 September 2021 to free up time for more ... Read Article
The Horse Trust comes out on top in the SEIB Charity Awards
Find out who was in the money at the SEIB Insurance Brokers Awards The fourth annual SEIB Insurance Brokers Awards ... Read Article
Riders Minds releases a documentary in conjunction with World Suicide Prevention Day
Some studies have shown that as many as 50% of riders are struggling with stress, anxiety or depression, though the ... Read Article
GB’s dressage team gets silver at the Euros
Carl Hester, Charlotte Dujardin, Lottie Fry and Gareth Hughes take European team silver © BEF / Jon Stroud Media Team ... Read Article
11 ways to beat the heat on the yard
Want to make warmer months on the yard a little bit easier? Check out our savvy life hacks to keep ... Read Article
Gemma Tattersall wins her first five-star at Bicton Park Horse Trials
Gemma Tattersall and Chilli Knight © FEI/Libby Law Photography As Gemma Tattersall scored her first five-star win, stand-in event Bicton ... Read Article
British showjumping team finishes in the top 10 at the Europeans
Emily Moffitt and Winning Good © British Equestrian / Adam Fanthorpe Britain’s team of stars in the making tackled a ... Read Article
Team Gold for Great Britain as Sophie Wells scores personal best at Tokyo 2020
Sophie Wells and Don Cara M © FEI / Liz Gregg Personal best for Sophie Wells and a gold medal ... Read Article
Lee and Natasha set up Team GB for team music success
Sir Lee Pearson and Breezer © BEF / Jon Stroud Media Today marked the first round of the team dressage ... Read Article
Silver medal for Natasha Baker at Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games
World number three, Natasha Baker, takes the silver medal in the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Grade III individual dressage Final rider ... Read Article
British riders kickstart Tokyo 2020 Paralympic dreams with three medals
Sir Lee Pearson and Breezer © BEF / Jon Stroud Media Sir Lee Pearson, Georgia Wilson and Sophie Wells proved ... Read Article
Britain’s 2020 Olympic medal tally totals five, as jumping team final proves a challenge too far
Holly Smith and Denver in the showjumping team qualifier © BEF / Jon Stroud Media Great Britain step away from ... Read Article
Great Britain qualifies for show jumping team final
Harry Charles and Romeo 88 © BEF / Jon Stroud Media Our three showjumpers for Team GB did us proud ... Read Article
Scott Brash withdraws from Tokyo 2020 ahead of team competition
Scott Brash and Jefferson in Tuesday’s individual qualifier © BEF / Jon Stroud Media Minor strain leads to the withdrawal ... Read Article
Ben Maher strikes gold in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic showjumping
Ben Maher and Explosion W © BEF / Jon Stroud Media After a heartbreaking start for Team GB in the ... Read Article
Three British combinations through to the Tokyo 2020 individual medal final
Caption: Scott Brash and Jefferson © BEF / Jon Stroud Media Showjumpers Harry Charles, Ben Maher and Scott Brash all go clear ... Read Article
Tom McEwen takes individual silver in Olympic eventing debut
Tom McEwen (GBR) & Toledo de Kerser of the Tokyo 2020 cross-country phase © BEF / Jon Stroud Media Team ... Read Article
Team GB win eventing team gold, but it’s not over yet…
Oliver Townend (GBR) & Ballaghmor Class crossing the finishing line of the Tokyo 2020 cross-country phase © BEF / Jon ... Read Article
Great Britain remains in gold medal position after the cross-country phase of eventing
Laura Collett and London 52 storm the cross-country to finish within the time, going into the showjumping in provisional bronze ... Read Article
Britain Olympic eventers in team gold and individual silver position after dressage
Tom McEwen and Toledo de Kerser score 28.9 on final day of dressage © FEI/Christophe Taniére After a 3am dressage ... Read Article
Oliver Townend the one to beat after day one of Tokyo 2020 eventing dressage
Oliver Townend and Ballaghmor Class lead on 23.60 after dressage © BEF / Jon Stroud Media Laura Collett and Oliver ... Read Article
Charity launches syndicate to offer supporters ‘a taste of racehorse ownership’
Help those in need with the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity and Crowd Racing membership to own a racehorse Crowd Racing ... Read Article
Windrush Equestrian Foundation partners with Ebony Horse Club
This brand-new partnership will aim to build new pathways into eventing for its members Windrush Equestrian Foundation has announced its ... Read Article
Charlotte Dujardin and Gio win bronze behind German one-two at Tokyo 2020
Photo credit: Charlotte and Gio score 88.543% to take the individual bronze medal © BEF / Jon Stroud Media The ... Read Article
Team GB dressage riders scoop bronze at Tokyo 2020
Photo credit: Carl Hester and En Vogue earn 78.344 in a nail-biting team final © BEF / JON STROUD MEDIA ... Read Article
Air conditioning and misting fans – how the horses keep cool in Tokyo
Famous for its hot and humid climate, keeping athletes – human and equine – cool is a focus of the ... Read Article
Industry leaders talk course design at Tokyo
With the Tokyo Olympic Games underway, find out what the leading course builders have planned for the athletes Santiago Verela ... Read Article
The value of a medal
Do you know how much an Olympic medal’s worth? You might be surprised by the answer With the Tokyo Olympic ... Read Article
Carl and Charlotte to join Lottie Fry in Tokyo 2020 individual final
Photo caption: Charlotte Dujardin and Gio are through to the individual dressage final © BEF / Jon Stroud Media Charlotte ... Read Article
Lottie Fry secures spot in the Tokyo 2020 individual dressage final
Lottie Fry and Everdale top their group and earn their place in the individual dressage final © BEF / Jon ... Read Article
Get set for Tokyo
With this summer’s Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games fast approaching, experts from British Equestrian’s World Class Programme reveal what’s happening ... Read Article
Spotlight on show horses in partnership to promote healthy body condition
The Horse Trust and Liverpool University have teamed up to help raise awareness of healthy body condition in show horses ... Read Article
Even donkeys are getting into the football spirit
It’s not just us humans who are excited about watching England in the Euros final this Sunday Harry the donkey ... Read Article
The 10 stages every rider goes through while horse shopping
Are there any suitable horses in the Northern Hemisphere? Can you remember how to rise to the trot? What about ... Read Article
Equine vet “flung to the back of the stable like a ragdoll” backs safety hat campaign
A vet who suffered serious head injuries while examining a horse, is backing a campaign to encourage her veterinary colleagues ... Read Article
British Olympic showjumping confirmed for Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games
Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images for FEI The British Olympic showjumping team for the Tokyo Games has been revealed The ... Read Article
Bicton Arena makes Britain’s 2021 five-star eventing dreams come true
After the disappointment of Badminton and Burghley’s five-star cancellations, Devon’s Bicton Arena saves the day and fills the early September ... Read Article
Nine things every owner wishes they could tell their horse
Whether it’s asking where a shoe might be or reassuring them a new supplement isn’t poisonous – there sure are ... Read Article
Equine Empress retires from the army
What happens to military horses when they retire? They find their way to a horsey haven, AKA The Horse Trust ... Read Article
Can you spot an overweight horse?
Find out whether you’re able to spot an overweight equine with Spillers’ online test With equine weight management such an ... Read Article
Equines take a trip back to school
Equine therapy sessions are being offered at a secondary school to support learning and mental health following the Covid-19 pandemic ... Read Article
Team GB’s Tokyo 2020 dressage and eventing teams announced
Team GB announces equestrian dressage and eventing teams for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Six horse and rider combinations and ... Read Article
Summer of Safety set to be a success
BETA’s Summer of Safety campaign hopes to raise awareness for the important of safe equipment to protect you and your ... Read Article
Suffolk Punch foal is jumping for joy
Rare Suffolk Punch foal Rancher has made a full recovery from a broken leg Two-week-old Rancher, a rare Suffolk Punch ... Read Article
Nominated para dressage entries for Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games announced
Photo: Jon Stroud British Equestrian and the British Dressage para selectors have confirmed the para dressage nominations for the Tokyo ... Read Article
Nominated entries for Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games announced
Charlotte Dujardin and Mount St John Freestyle © FEI / Liz Gregg British Equestrian and the British Dressage selectors have ... Read Article
Five things we’re struggling with this competition season
After such a long time out of the swing of competing, there are some inevitable challenges to contend with, aside ... Read Article
Redwings rescued pony becomes a TV star
Escape to the Farm had a very special star in Gilbert, a rescued pony from Redwings Gilbert, a rescued six-year-old ... Read Article
Thelwell ponies brought to life in live-action feature
Blenheim Films will bring beloved Thelwell ponies to life in Merrylegs the Movie Independent film company Blenheim Films has announced ... Read Article
Equine facilitated intervention for frontline workers
A brand-new initiative will offer 4,000 frontline workers equine facilitated intervention UK members of Horses in Education and Therapy International ... Read Article
BRC back with a bang following Arena Eventing Championships
Find out what went down at BRC’s Arena Eventing Championships Its first live event of 2021, British Riding Clubs (BRC) ... Read Article
Tokyo 2020 showjumping nominations announced
Ben Maher and Explosion W © Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images for FEI British Equestrian and the British Showjumping selectors have ... Read Article
The lonely hooves club
What if horses had dating profiles? We’ve got a few ideas on how they might read… If your equine partner ... Read Article
Ten horsey things that confuse non-horsey people
Whether it’s the conviction with which you swear by your weather app or the disbelief that, with 20+ years of ... Read Article
Seven things Thoroughbred owners are sick of hearing
Gargantuan feed bills, a need for speed and a penchant for box rest? Ask any owner and they’ll tell you ... Read Article
Six ways hacking is like an extreme sport
Mountain biking? Jet skiing? Snowboarding? No, thank you! We equestrians know we can just as easily get our thrills by ... Read Article
Five things horse riders love about summer
Is that summer we can see on the horizon? As we inch ever closer to the mid-point on the calendar, ... Read Article
Tokyo 2020 eventing nominations announced
British Equestrian and the British Eventing selectors have confirmed the eventing nominations for Tokyo 2020 The nine eventing team members ... Read Article
Veterinary group provides its practices with helmets for team members
In a push for safety, Vetpartners has provided all of its practices with helmets to keep them safe when conducting ... Read Article
Pair banned from keeping animals following RSPCA investigation
William Braddock and Tina Price have both admitted offences against 11 equines after the RSPCA conducted an investigation into the ... Read Article
BRC’s first-ever virtual championships hailed a huge success
The very first virtual edition of the British Riding Club’s (BRC) National Dressage Championships provided a great opportunity for riders ... Read Article
Fifty charities urge government to protect the UK’s animals
Charities urge the government not to waste a once-in-a-generation opportunity to protect the UK’s animals The new Act Now for ... Read Article
BETA Director recognised for tireless work throughout Covid-19 pandemic
BETA’s Claire Williams receives Sir Colin Spedding Award from HRH The Princess Royal This year’s National Equine Forum (NEF) Special ... Read Article
Devastating news as Burghley Horse Trials cancelled for second year
Photo credit: Peter Nixon/Burghley Horse Trials Due to uncontrollable variables and uncertainties, it’s with immense sadness that the Land Rover ... Read Article
17 reasons we love spring
The clocks have gone back and we’ve traded an hour’s sleep for sixty precious minutes of daylight 1. Driving home ... Read Article
SEIB Search for a Star qualifiers to recommence in July
Photo: ES Photography The long-awaited dates and venues for the SEIB Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse ... Read Article
Veteran survey seeks to improve understanding of PPID
Feed manufacturer, Spillers, urges owners of equines over the age of 15 to complete this new survey to help them ... Read Article
Bolesworth in numbers
Quick-fire facts you never knew about The Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show It can be hard to get ... Read Article
Seven things we love about The Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse show
From the beautiful backdrop to top class competition, there’s so much to get excited about ahead of Bolesworth International’s 2021 ... Read Article
Ten minutes with Nina Barbour
She’s the woman behind two of the biggest international fixtures in the UK equestrian calendar – but does Nina Barbour ... Read Article
BEF reports normal levels of EHV disease risk in the UK
Following the outbreak of EHV-1 in Europe, the British Equestrian Federation is pleased to report that disease risk in the ... Read Article
Gatcombe to host brand-new unaffiliated eventing championships
The Cotswold Cup Championships set to be help at HRH The Princess Royal’s Gatcombe Park Held at Gatcombe Park on ... Read Article
Recent survey reinforces message to ‘Stop Feeding Our Horses’
Renowned equine scientist Dr David Marlin puts his support behind the national Stop Feeding Our Horses campaign Stop Feeding Our ... Read Article
Search for a Star qualifiers off to a strong start
Photo: 1st Class Images An incredible trio of winners have got the Search for a Star championship line-up off to ... Read Article
Charity hackathon returns as perfect summer challenge for riders
Back again after a hugely successful 2020, Brooke’s My Hackathon could be the perfect summer challenge for you and your ... Read Article
The four best jockeys of all time
Is your favourite on our list? There may be no shortage of extraordinary riders out there, but these four have ... Read Article
Five people we can’t wait to see at competitions
That’s right, competition season is back on. So, let’s grab the next few months by the horns and see who ... Read Article
The top three Cheltenham Festival trainers
Looking to relive the action from Cheltenham Festival? Check out our picks for the top three trainers of all time ... Read Article
Five things equestrians love about the bank holiday weekend
With a four-day weekend ahead of us, and potential for almost 100 hours of unlimited you (read: horse) time, what ... Read Article
Enjoy a donkey day out on Easter Sunday
Join The Donkey Sanctuary for a fun-filled Easter Sunday and catch up with your favourite rescued equines Sunday 4 April ... Read Article
Hannah’s Wilberry Wonder Pony charity announces new research project
Alongside Middlesex University, the charity aims to uncover what causes bone cancer to spread to other tissues Announcing its very ... Read Article
Seven things all horse owners should know on BETA Feed Awareness week
It’s BETA Feed Awareness Week (27 March – 4 April 2021) and it’s time to brush up on some of ... Read Article
Brand-new unaffiliated eventing series to launch in 2021
Are you looking for a new challenge to try with your horse? This exciting unaffiliated eventing series could be the ... Read Article
Five reasons we’re secretly happy not to be competing yet
Think you miss heading out to a show? Think again – staying at home really isn’t all bad With training ... Read Article
50 thoughts your horse has at a one-day event
Your mind might spend the day racing at a competition, but have you ever wondered what runs through your horse’s ... Read Article
Road incidents involving horses remain high during lockdown
New statistics released by The British Horse Society show that, despite the Covid-19 lockdown, road incidents involving horses are still ... Read Article
Rescued horses named in honour of NHS heroes
Nineteen rescued horses in the care of Redwings Horse Sanctuary have been named in honour of NHS heroes Following their ... Read Article
Much-needed student support from The Donkey Sanctuary
Veterinary students from across the globe receive online teaching through Covid-19 thanks to The Donkey Sanctuary With Covid-19 affecting how ... Read Article
Popular amateur showing series kicks off season with Good Friday qualifier
Ready to hit the ground running this show season? SEIB Search for a Star launches its first set of qualifiers ... Read Article
“Prevent the spread,” says BEVA following Spanish EHV-1 outbreak
An outbreak of equine herpes virus-1 in Spain earlier this month has led to British Equestrian Veterinary Association (BEVA) urging ... Read Article
“No room for complacency”, as scientists release covid-secure guidelines for equestrian establishments
Leading equine scientists have teamed up to produce a comprehensive set of Covid-secure guidelines to help equestrian establishments minimise the ... Read Article
Return of Strangles Awareness Week for 2021 announced
Keen to stir the equestrian community into action against Strangles once again, the Awareness Week is making a comeback in ... Read Article
‘The event has become unworkable’: Badminton cancellation devastates eventing fans
A gutting start to the 2021 season as Badminton Horse Trials announces the event’s cancellation Due to be held behind ... Read Article
“We need to educate drivers”: Rider’s plea after hit and run
A Lancashire rider is calling for equestrians to spread the word to drivers on the risks of passing horses inappropriately ... Read Article
The Grand National’s top moments
While there’s certainly no shortage of excitement over the Grand National’s long history, here are two of our absolute favourites ... Read Article
Charities club together to rescue 137 equines from Swansea sanctuary
More than 100 horses were removed from a sanctuary in Swansea following a rescue operation led by the RSPCA The ... Read Article
Park Lane Stables smashes £1million fundraising target and thanks donors
Following an enormous campaign to raise money to secure its premises for good, Greater London RDA Centre, Park Lane Stables, ... Read Article
Hay shortage triggers additional £100k bill for Redwings amid plea for donations
Redwings Horse Sanctuary has launched an urgent appeal following a huge amount of money being spent on hay over the ... Read Article
Eleven signs you were a horsey tween in the 2000s
If you can relate to anything on this list, it’s probably time to start using an eye cream While everyone ... Read Article
History’s best National Hunt horses
In need of your racing fix before Cheltenham? We take a walk through the history books and reflect on the ... Read Article
Joined up support needed, concludes the National Equine Forum’s Great Weight Debate
Teamwork, communication and trust considered the key to tackling equine obesity following the National Equine Forum’s Great Weight Debate The ... Read Article
True friendship comes out of heartbreak
Following the loss of his best friend, donkey Max has rediscovered friendship thanks to The Donkey Sanctuary 24-year-old donkey Max ... Read Article
Five reasons your horse is the only Valentine you’ll need
Feeling blue, downcast or just downright indifferent about the big day? Fret not, the perfect Valentine’s is close at hand ... Read Article
Rubber shoes and dye jobs – facts about Bridgerton’s equine stars that’ll powder your wig
Photo credit: Netflix It’s the lavish period drama that saw everyone hoofing it to Netflix for a dose of corsets ... Read Article
Great news for the RSPCA as animal welfare sentencing bill passes committee stage
With the animal welfare sentencing bill one step closer to being passed, animal charities look forward to a brighter future ... Read Article
What does Laura Collett look for in an event horse?
Photo credit: Events through a Lens If you haven’t spotted the very latest news from the team at the Event ... Read Article
Eight fictional horses we’ve always wanted to ride
The very best horse in the world is the one you’ve got in your field – but whether you grew ... Read Article
Eight TikToks that totally sum up life as an equestrian
Have you succumbed to the TikTok craze yet? Arguably the app of 2020 – move over, Zoom – the content ... Read Article
Action needed to save riding schools crushed by the pandemic
Many have been hit by the Covid-19 pandemic – but few more so than riding schools. The Association of British ... Read Article
RSPCA launches new strategy to improve equine welfare
The RSPA has pledged to significantly improve animal welfare through its new strategy and partnerships with other equine charities The ... Read Article
Veteran class added to line-up of popular amateur showing championship
Search for a Star 2018 champions, Follow Her Home and Hannah Moore with judges Robert Oliver, Richard Ramsay, Katie Jerram-Hunnable ... Read Article
British Horse Society warns public to #BeHorseAware and stop feeding horses
The British Horse Society (BHS) and the University of Bristol are asking members of the public not to feed any ... Read Article
Five things you’ll know if you own a grey horse
There’s a reason so many owners say they’d ‘never buy a grey again’ – and yet we seem to keep ... Read Article
Seven things that only happen when you’re running late
Ever noticed that your equine pal has an uncanny ability to detect when you’re in a hurry? Here’s just a ... Read Article
“Children will only see ponies in books”: RDA and Pony Club Centre’s fight for its piece of London
Park Lane Stables has been a horsey haven for its urban community long before it was a riding school – ... Read Article
Owners fear impact of pandemic on their own horse’s care, survey reveals
The results from a 2020 survey have revealed how a pool of more than 1,500 owners are being affected by ... Read Article
Help support RDA stables through fundraising
Park Lane Stables Riding for the Disabled charity seeks help to keep their yard and continue supporting their community Park ... Read Article
Scholarship-winning farrier shares winter hoofcare tips
Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trustee and qualified farrier shares his tips for taking care of your horse’s hooves this winter One ... Read Article
Alertness and anxiety in horses linked to low condition score, study finds
A new study has shown the link between your horse’s behaviour and his body condition – but how might they ... Read Article
Five ways to find your festive spirit (even if you’re REALLY not feeling it this year)
Christmas is coming at great speed, but if you’re struggling to channel those festive vibes H&R’s got just the remedy ... Read Article
Seven ways TV and films get horses totally and completely wrong
Now that it gets dark approximately five minutes after lunchtime and the endless pogoing between tiers stops us all from ... Read Article
Crowd favourite Christmas tradition moves online
Join The Donkey Sanctuary for its popular Christmas service and give your festive period a little extra sparkle While the ... Read Article
The search is on to find these very special horses new homes
Could you offer an experienced home to train and support a young horse? Look no further than the Mare and ... Read Article
SEIB’s charity awards set to return for 2021
Back again for 2021, the SEIB Charity Awards are open for nominations, so put your choice of charity forward to ... Read Article
Blue Cross asks owners to help with fireworks survey
Give charity Blue Cross a helping hand by filling out their online survey regarding the impact fireworks had on your ... Read Article
The biggest races in the UK
Get your racing fix ahead of next year’s season by reliving some of the biggest races the UK has to ... Read Article
Cheltenham’s toughest races
Is there a race more loved by enthusiasts than the Cheltenham Festival? Take a look at two of the toughest ... Read Article
Helping pets for more than a century
Join the Blue Cross as it celebrates 100 years of caring for our pets – from two world wars to ... Read Article
Riding rehab for ex-prisoners
Photo credit: Josh Olins Making the move from the shady underbelly of London and Bristol, ex-offenders head to stunning Somerset ... Read Article
British Equestrian and British Horse Society team up to ease lockdown confusion
In an attempt to clear up any confusion and ease growing frustration, British Equestrian and British Horse Society have issued ... Read Article
British Equestrian updates lockdown advice for England
At midnight on Thursday 5 November, England went into national lockdown for a four-week period until Wednesday 2 December. Horse&Rider shares ... Read Article
England enters lockdown – what equestrians need to know
Following Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s address to the nation on Saturday (31 October) evening, 5 November sees the start of ... Read Article
The wealthiest races in Australia
There’s a lot of money in horseracing, that much we can all agree on, but which events have the deepest ... Read Article
Joint supplements – what to look out for
When searching for a joint supplement for your horse, what should you look out for? Pilot Equine is on hand ... Read Article
RSPCA fears that compulsory microchipping may not be enough
With microchipping made compulsory in October, the RSPCA shows concern that it may not be enough to halt the impending ... Read Article
Subscriber exclusive – Claim your Equetech Infinity Scarf
Whether you’re treating yourself or looking for the perfect Christmas gift for a horsey friend, this gorgeous scarf, with its ... Read Article
One month to Bonfire Night: how to get prepared
With just one month until the fireworks season begins, the RSPCA shares tips on preparing your horse amid fears that ... Read Article
Seven things horse owners love about autumn (and why we’re secretly relieved summer’s over)
You’d think a drop in temperature and earlier sunsets would be a poor trade-off for summer’s hazy, drawn out evenings ... Read Article
Visually impaired jockey secures first victory, at age 46
Guy Mitchell, the UK’s first ever visually impaired licensed jockey, enjoys the first win of his racing career, proving there’s ... Read Article
Foals through the years
Join The Mare and Foal Sanctuary for a look back through the years as it reflects on some of the ... Read Article
The five things we missed most about competing
Did lockdown leave you missing trips off the yard to shows and training? We’re sure you’ll relate to more than ... Read Article
What makes the perfect horse?
While we all think our horse is the best of the bunch, there’s sure to be the odd characteristic you ... Read Article
Horseworld’s Mowgli tackles his next adventure
Resident mule Mowgli will head into the next stage of his training to help vulnerable children learn important life skills ... Read Article
Brilliant Burghley Offers
Missing Burghley Horse Trials? Don’t worry, you can still check out the offers from the World of the Horse pavilion ... Read Article
Could a computer help spot signs of pain in horses?
Equine scientists at Nottingham Trent University are using artificial intelligence to help spot pain from horses’ facial expressions In an ... Read Article
Venue change allows end of season Osberton Horse Trials to run
With the cancellation of The Eventing Spring Carnival and Osberton Estate’s lockdown concerns, the 2020 horse trials are due to ... Read Article
The Donkey Sanctuary sets up global emergency fund for working equines
Designed to support donkey owners all over the globe who are struggling as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the ... Read Article
Public invited to take part in The Donkey Sanctuary’s exciting new research
The Donkey Sanctuary invites the public to take part in a study to help them better understand the publics’ perception ... Read Article
Healthy new-born filly provides hope for rare breeds
A Suffolk Punch mare has given birth to a healthy filly following the use of sex-sorted sperm to determine the ... Read Article
BD Winter Championship dates announced following lockdown
Following its cancellation in April due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Winter Championships have been reinstated with a revised competition ... Read Article
The Donkey Sanctuary celebrates the first birthday of the royal foal
Named by HRH The Duchess of Cornwall during her visit to The Donkey Sanctuary, Sweet Pea celebrated her first birthday ... Read Article
Research into equine sleep patterns uncovers early warnings of ill health
Nottingham Trent University has conducted a study into the sleep patterns of horses and whether they could provide early warnings ... Read Article
The Donkey Sanctuary takes Lincolnshire rescue under its wing
Photo credit: The Donkey Sanctuary Found with overgrown hooves in North Lincolnshire, The Donkey Sanctuary has taken a rescued donkey ... Read Article
Stakeholders of equine charities invited to United Nations event
Photo credit: The Donkey Sanctuary For the first time, equine charities will host a virtual side event at this year’s ... Read Article
World Horse Welfare centres to remain closed until 2021
Following careful consideration, the difficult decision has been made that all World Horse Welfare centres will remain closed to the ... Read Article
10 mundane things we’ve missed about eventing
Photo credit: Tilly Berendt We’re on the final countdown back to something like normal now, with British Eventing set to ... Read Article
Semi-feral pony overcomes trauma with the help of charity staff
Photo credit: The Mare and Foal Sanctuary Follow the story of rescued pony Mouse from his arrival at The Mare ... Read Article
Lancashire rescued donkeys thriving with charity’s care
Photo credit: The Donkey Sanctuary Following their rescue from a muddy Lancashire field on New Year’s Eve 2019, three malnourished ... Read Article
Feeding for laminitis
Finding the perfect feeding regime for a laminitis-prone horse is no mean feat – so how can you find the ... Read Article
New research considers the consequences of equine prescription in northern India
Photo credit: TW2020 The Donkey Sanctuary The Donkey Sanctuary has published its fresh research into the consequences of sub-standard prescriptions ... Read Article
The Windrush Equestrian Foundation class of 2020/21 announced
Following the COVID-19 pandemic wreaking havoc on the event season this year, The Windrush Equestrian Foundation has decided to offer ... Read Article
Get to grips with MIPS
If you’re in the market for a new riding helmet, you’ve more than likely come across the term MIPS – ... Read Article
Five things barefoot horse owners are tired of hearing
The barefoot lifestyle is on the rise in the equestrian community and, while it’s not the best option for every ... Read Article
The seven stages of becoming your fittest self yet!
Looking for the ultimate guide to getting fit for (what’s left of) this season? Then you might need to look ... Read Article
British Dressage goes online in a move to get back to competing
Popular online dressage website, Dressage Anywhere, has teamed up with British Dressage (BD) to offer BD Quest Online. From June, ... Read Article
National show rider uses platform to raise money for charity
Photo credit: Kerry Bates 19-year-old sports science student and show rider Isobel Lines has been crowned 2020’s Miss Black Country ... Read Article
Five challenges all riders face bringing their horse back into work
Photo credit: Jon Stroud If you’re one of the many riders getting their horses fit with the promise of a ... Read Article
World-renowned Dr Sue Dyson teams up with Moorcroft Rehabilitation Centre
A well-respected expert in equine orthopaedics, throughout her career Dr Sue Dyson has led the way in clinical investigation and ... Read Article
Equine diagnostic technique gives hope for human stroke prevention
A brand-new electrocardiogram (ECG) recording technique can quickly detect paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF) in horses – a major cause of ... Read Article
The inaugural UK Equine online student conference announced
The UK Equine online student conference will provide the equestrian students across the country with the much-needed opportunity to present ... Read Article
British Eventing answers your questions about returning to sport
With sport predicted to restart in July, British Eventing has shared its draft plan to answer your questions regarding how ... Read Article
Tech recognition for The Donkey Sanctuary’s research
Photo credit: The Donkey Sanctuary Following the publication of its new research tool, The Donkey Sanctuary will lead the way ... Read Article
To boot or not to boot
Hoof boots are a great way to protect your horse’s hooves during work if he’s unshod. However, finding the right ... Read Article
Four tonnes of feed donated to World Horse Welfare
An act of kindness so sorely needed during these difficult times, Baileys Horse Feeds has donated feed to World Horse ... Read Article
Five things your farrier thinks, but doesn’t say
Long-suffering advocates for our horses’ welfare, farriers certainly have a few horror stories to tell. Here are some simple ways ... Read Article
British Eventing makes plans to resume sport as lockdown is eased
Are you desperate to squeeze in an event or two this season? Find out how British Eventing plans to proceed ... Read Article
Virtual Eventing raises £178,500 for the NHS charities
Following its livestream running from 6–10 May, Virtual Eventing, supported by NAF, has raised an extraordinary £178,500 for the NHS ... Read Article
More than £5,000 of free products given to NHS customers
Keen to say thank you to NHS staff for their hard work and sacrifice throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Science Supplements ... Read Article
British Equestrian updates its stance on riding and coaching
The board of British Equestrian (BEF) met to refresh its position on riding and training during the COVID-19 pandemic. Following ... Read Article
BHS teams up with Sport England in latest coronavirus guidance
The British Horse Society (BHS) gives equestrian centres in England the green light to reopen from Wednesday 13 May, subject ... Read Article
Burghley Horse Trials offers ray of hope for eventing fans
Photo credit: Peter Nixon Battling through a sea of cancellations, the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials offers eventing fans a ... Read Article
8 reasons H&R is hopeful for Burghley Horse Trials 2020
While the equestrian world might feel like it’s drowning in a sea of cancellations, H&R can’t be alone in crossing ... Read Article
Summer showing festival lost to coronavirus
A firm favourite for amateur show riders nationwide, Equifest (due to take place 19-23 August 2020) has been cancelled from ... Read Article
Charity invites the public to name their 1,000th rescue
A newborn foal at The Mare and Foal Sanctuary has become the charity’s 1,000th rescue, and now the charity is ... Read Article
Team H&R’s Best Badminton Memories
We all wish we could be in situ at Badminton right now, but whether you watch the live-stream each year ... Read Article
Leaving a Legacy: Recordbreakers at Badminton
Photo credit: Badminton Horse Trials The Youngest (Human) Winner: 1969 winner Richard Walker can rest assured that his record will ... Read Article
British Dressage (BD) unveils its post-COVID-19 operational plan
BD have made clear their plans to manage a phased return to dressage following the COVID-19 pandemic as restrictions are ... Read Article
10 Things We’re Missing About Badminton
We’ll admit we’re all having a bit of a sulk here at H&R – after all, the beginning of May ... Read Article
Hundreds of charities set to receive £1,000 in Movement for Good Awards
The parent company of SEIB Insurance Brokers launch their Movement for Good awards, with nominated charities in with a chance ... Read Article
Veteran Horse Society expresses thanks for the NHS and care workers
With many members and supporters who work for the NHS and as care workers in the UK, the Veteran Horse ... Read Article
Top-class riders come together to support NHS and UK riding schools
An exciting virtual draw initiative, The NHS Mega May Event Draw with LeMieux aims to raise money for two incredibly ... Read Article
The Mare and Foal Sanctuary celebrate the birth of their first foal in 2020
Based in Newton Abbot, the Mare and Foal Sanctuary is delighted to announce their first foal of 2020, born to ... Read Article
Missing Badminton and Kentucky? Virtual Eventing is Here for You
As April creeps to a close, top level eventing should be at its peak – Kentucky’s 5* segues into Badminton, which ... Read Article
Five signs you own a warmblood
Big mover? Check. Big personality? Check. Big wimp? Check! While your gentle giant may take to the dressage arena like ... Read Article
Rescued donkey Snowy receives urgent treatment at The Donkey Sanctuary
While aiming to provide top-quality care for all the equines during the COVID-19 pandemic, one of The Donkey Sanctuary’s residents ... Read Article
Blenheim Horse Trials becomes latest victim of coronavirus cancellations
The SsangYong Blenheim Palace Horse Trials, which was due to celebrate its 30th Anniversary this September, has become the latest ... Read Article
Arthritis comes out on top as Petplan Equine reveals its top five most claimed-for conditions of 2019
The recent release of Petplan Equine’s top five most claimed-for conditions of the previous year show an overall rise in ... Read Article
Preparation for the 2.6 Challenge well underway
A whole host of equine charities are looking forward to participating in the 2.6 Challenge on Sunday 26 April, which ... Read Article
HAPPA brings hope for three rescued horses
Three horses found desperately in need of rescue have been successfully taken into the care of HAPPA’s team at Shores ... Read Article
The BHS launches a Hardship Fund to support riding schools during COVID-19
Photo credit: The British Horse Society The British Horse Society (BHS) is delighted to announce the launch of its BHS-Approved ... Read Article
The 10 stages of lockdown for equestrians
While the world around us is navigating the ‘new normal’ – anyone else think that sounds like an X-Factor boy ... Read Article
Coronavirus restrictions extended – how will they affect horse owners?
We’re over three weeks into an enforced lockdown and have at least another three to go, but exactly what do ... Read Article
Equestrian Relief raises over £250,000 for the NHS Covid-19 appeal
Team Eventing ultimately comes out on top as over a quarter of a million pounds is raised for the NHS ... Read Article
H&R’s ultimate guide to horsey podcasts
In a time where podcasts are popping up left, right and centre, what horsey offerings are there to help you ... Read Article
Exciting new three-day event for grassroots riders
In the midst of a suspended competition calendar for riders of all levels, British Eventing are providing a light at ... Read Article
Two charities share the top spot at 2020 SEIB Giving Virtual Awards
Two worthy charities shared the top spot in this year’s SEIB Insurance Brokers Giving Virtual Awards, held between 30 March ... Read Article
Top equestrians unite to support NHS heroes
Leading riders from across the disciplines have pledged their support for a major fundraising initiative for the NHS heroes, launched ... Read Article
Five ways horsey people are already social distancing pros
How many times have you cancelled social plans in favour of horsey ones? We’re betting it’s more than once. Here’s ... Read Article
BEF offer clarity regarding coronavirus and vaccinations
Last year was the first to see an insistence on six-month equine influenza boosters for many who compete. Yet, ... Read Article
Seven things cob owners know to be true
We’re all cob converts at Team H&R – cheek, charisma and a can-do attitude makes them the perfect addition to ... Read Article
Routine equine appointments – what should you do? H&R investigates
As of this week, the UK is in lockdown in a bid to halt the spread of a new coronavirus, ... Read Article
The latest coronavirus update for equestrians
Following Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s address to the nation yesterday evening (Monday 23 March), Horse&Rider has collated the latest guidance provided by ... Read Article
£500,000 pledged to support equestrian retail stores
Leading businessman David Mitson, whose investment company have brands including Gatehouse, Mark Todd Collection and Science Supplements under their umbrella, ... Read Article
Badminton Horse Trials cancelled
Organisers of the international event today (20 March) announced its cancellation, citing public health guidelines The equestrian calendar has suffered ... Read Article
Keep calm and care for your horse
In light of the current coronavirus pandemic, horse owners up and down the country are being urged to prepare for ... Read Article
Five ways to spot an eventer
Exhilarating, exciting and expensive – we all know the highs and lows a season of eventing can bring. It’s also ... Read Article
Equestrian competition calendar grinds to a halt amid coronavirus fears
A wave of competition cancellations in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic have seen equestrian events suspended in the UK ... Read Article
Nine ways to make the most of your time at home
COVID-19 might be 2020’s biggest buzzkill, and in a year that’s already brought us raging bushfires and an actual plague ... Read Article
Who do you trust to help with your horse?
Great horse management is never a one-woman job. We all need a little help keeping our horses happy, healthy and ... Read Article
Five signs you own a Thoroughbred
An increasing number of owners are turning to blood horses – particularly those off the track. So, to celebrate ... Read Article
What coronavirus could mean for your horse
The RSPCA is encouraging horse owners to think about how they’ll care for their animals in the event they need ... Read Article
Five signs you own a native
From shedding enough hair to fashion a new pony to being totally unflustered after a pheasant makes a hasty ... Read Article
The horse novel heroines we still secretly want to be
Is there any pleasure in life more simple than curling up with a good (or, okay, compellingly rubbish) horse book? ... Read Article
Former amateur jockey wins 2020 photographic award
Talented equine and pet photographer, Karen Benett, was awarded the prestigious Photographer of the Year 2020 Open Award for print ... Read Article
Seven signs you were a Pony Club kid
Do you remember being shouted at by ancient instructors and spending more time on the floor than on your ... Read Article
New survey shows owners feel confident managing minor wounds
A recent survey by Vita Animal Health found horse owners feel reasonably confident when it comes to managing minor wounds. ... Read Article
Help develop self-guided trails with the SDNPA
The South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) are calling on riders to help create a handy, downloadable guide to the ... Read Article
The ‘non-horsey other half’ survival guide
However outdoorsy your non-horsey partner might be, there are some undoubtable struggles when it comes to living with a horse ... Read Article
World Horse Welfare thank public for ‘staggering’ support
World Horse Welfare is incredibly grateful to the public for their staggering response to their Helping Horse Owning Communities in ... Read Article
SEIB Search for a Star 2020 qualifiers announced
2019 SEIB Search for a Star champions, Linsfort Ear to the Ground and Lisa Sergeant, with reserve champions Rambo and ... Read Article
Compete from home with BD’s Online Championships
Qualification is now open for Dressage Anywhere and British Dressage’s (BD) online competition series You don’t have to leave the ... Read Article
Lifetime achievement award for NAF founder
NAF’s founder and chairman, Richard Cleeve, received a standing ovation at the BETA gala dinner NAF ushered in the ... Read Article
Horses for Hope raises the bar with overwhelming support
Following Natalie Heaton’s social media post asking friends whether they’d attend a charity dressage competition raising funds for those affected ... Read Article
Five things that only happen at a lecture demo
As far as horsey outings go, lecture demos are some of the best in the business. With top riders showcasing ... Read Article
Exciting new format for popular Area Festivals series
British Dressage’s (BD) Petplan Area Festivals competition series has been transformed with a fresh new format for 2020 From its ... Read Article
HOYS 2020 qualifiers announced
Photo credit: Julian Portch Ready to start your 2020 showing season off with a bang? Whip out that diary, because ... Read Article
Stay on top of strangles cases with brand-new online resource
Owners, vets and equine professionals alike will soon have access to the most up-to-date information on strangles diagnoses across the ... Read Article
Save the date
A fusion of world-class equestrian sport, lifestyle and hospitality awaits as the 2020 Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show enters a ... Read Article
Five horsey resolutions to break, and five to stick to
While some come together perfectly, in reality it can be hard to stay on track with other resolutions. Meanwhile, there ... Read Article
Mary King swaps saddles for sails
“There was a joke on the boat about me wearing my pearls, but you have to keep up standards!” said ... Read Article
Q&A with Mark Todd
This extraordinary Kiwi answers your most pressing questions The factfile Name: Sir Mark Todd KNZM CBE Date of birth: 1 ... Read Article
Get a half-price Equilibrium Massage Therapy Mitt for your horse!
*SUBSCRIBER EXCLUSIVE* Get an Equilibrium Massage Therapy Mitt for just £55! The quick, effective and easy-to-use Equilibrium Therapy Massage Mitt ... Read Article
Selected BRC Quadrille Teams head to the final
With team selection out of the way, the four finalists look ahead to the big day – and reveal the ... Read Article
50 horsey things you should do at least once
From great days out to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, we’ve compiled the ultimate equestrian bucket list. Tick off each one you achieve ... Read Article
My Christmas list
Take a look at what’s on the market this festive season and get ahead of the game to find the ... Read Article
Horsey folk: a spotter’s guide
If you’ve spent five minutes in the company of equestrians, you’ll know they fall under distinct categories. How many of ... Read Article
Eventing excitement at Liverpool
This year’s long-awaited TheraPlate UK Liverpool International Horse Show (LIHS) will host the prestigious John Oates Horseboxes Eventing Grand Prix ... Read Article
Keep connected
Connection. That elusive link between horse and rider is not only sought after, but can take years to develop. With ... Read Article
Wilberry Wonder Pony funds life-saving research
The charity, founded in memory of young eventer Hannah Francis, is supporting PhD research into osteosarcoma Cancer charity Hannah’s Willberry ... Read Article
Wise up for winter
Looking for a rug collection with style and substance aplenty? Then look no further than Weatherbeeta’s latest range to keep ... Read Article
Science Supplements’ Vicky Mitson makes double trouble
Qualifying for HOYS is no mean feat, whether showjumping or showing is your game. However, getting one horse to both ... Read Article
The SEIB Search for a Star RDA Championship
Taking place on 12 September at the British Show Horse Association Hunter Championship Show at Addington, the long-awaited SEIB Search ... Read Article
Seasonal stabling
We’re drawing ever closer to everyone’s favourite season – winter. However, preparation is the name of the game. As your ... Read Article
Countdown to the 2020 Macmillan Charity Horserace begins!
Applications for the biggest charity raceday in the country officially open on Sunday 8th September, giving you the chance to ... Read Article
Brilliant Burghley offers
Heading to Burghley Horse Trials this weekend? Make sure you head to the Horse&Rider magazine stand! Receive a free tote ... Read Article
If horses had journals
Ever imagined what your horse would jot down at the end of a hard day being waited on hand and ... Read Article
How scientific research is being used to improve your horse’s performance
The benefits of using science to improve equine performance first hit the headlines after the 2012 London Olympics, when it ... Read Article
Thinking inside the box
Do you have an outbuilding looking for a new lease of life? Why not delve into the world of internal ... Read Article
The World of the Horse Exhibitors – Burghley 2019
Heading to Burghley Horse Trials? Make sure you check out who will be exhibiting in the World of the Horse! ... Read Article
Warwickshire Police launch first UK Rural Crime Advice app
Technology pioneered by Warwickshire Police offers easy access to guidance, local updates and reporting crime Warwickshire Police launched a new ... Read Article
Police operation to help keep horse riders safer on the roads launched
Mounted police volunteers saddle up to advise motors on passing horses safely A police initiative helping to keep horse riders ... Read Article
Burghley 2019 five-day diary
Photo credit: Peter Nixon It’s the second and final five-star fixture on UK soil and a week every equestrian anticipates. ... Read Article
BEF staff get set to ‘Trot To Tokyo’
The British Equestrian Federation is marking the countdown to Tokyo 2020 with a mammoth ‘journey’ – and the help of ... Read Article
Ten for Tim
Photo credit: Julian Portch A tough team of ten will be running a five-mile relay to raise funds for The ... Read Article
GFS Brand Ambassador Update
The GFS Brand Ambassadors are in full competition mode, and loving the kit that they’ve been sent! Here’s Elijah Lovell ... Read Article
Petplan Equine celebrates 20th Anniversary of the Area Festivals
The 2019/20 season of the Petplan Equine Area Festivals kicked off in May. Read on to find out how Petplan ... Read Article
What’s the RAMP Register?
People are talking about a new register for physios, chiropractors and oesteopaths who work with animals, called the RAMP (Register ... Read Article
Entries still open for 2019 British Dressage Online Dressage Championships
Qualifying classes for the 2019 British Dressage Online Championships, hosted by Dressage Anywhere, are now open. Into its sixth year, ... Read Article
Horse owner confessions we all have in common
Not cleaning our tack every time we ride. We all know we should, but none of us do. And by ... Read Article
Ways your horse can save you money
Our equine friends can be expensive, but we’ve come up with some ways in which they might actually just be ... Read Article
No way for North Wales’ crime
Horsewatch, a North Wales crime prevention project aiming to protect horse owners from thieves, is to spend some of a ... Read Article
Try affiliated dressage for a day
Ever fancied competing at an affiliated dressage competition? Horse&Rider has partnered with Petplan Equine and British Dressage to give you ... Read Article
Bedding on straw – are you providing the best for your horse?
A three-year study of more than 700 horses has discovered that the type of bedding and forage a horse is ... Read Article
The Hedgehogs 2019 Frensham Sponsored Horse Ride a galloping success
On Sunday 28thApril, The Hedgehogs of Farnham held their second Frensham Sponsored Horse Ride (FSHR). Despite the huge success of ... Read Article
Girl power triumphs at Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials
Badminton Horse Trials is one of the biggest weekends in eventing. Discover what happened at this year’s event It’s ... Read Article
11 ideas for your ultimate horsey summer
After what feels like an eternity, it’s almost time for a horsey summer of sun, sea and so much more. ... Read Article
Ones to watch at Badminton 2019
The Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials, one of the most exciting weekends in eventing, is only a few days away. ... Read Article
Free course walk with Mary King at Badminton
Heading to Badminton? Join us and Baileys Horse Feeds and walk the cross-country course with Mary King! Register at the ... Read Article
How Hollywood got horse racing all wrong
We all know the drill, a handsome Hollywood actor falls and hits his head, forcing him to stay at a ... Read Article
TheraPlate UK launch exclusive competition
TheraPlate UK, the European distributor of the renowned therapy platform TheraPlate, will launch an exclusive competition for attendees of the ... Read Article
The World of the Horse Exhibitors – Badminton 2019
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Horse & Country TV Showcase NAF Five Star Winter Dressage Championships
This year’s NAF Five Star Winter Dressage Championship was a huge success with a host of stunning performances from leading ... Read Article
Happy Birthday Badminton
It’s official – Badminton Horse Trials has been a horsey calendar highlight for 70 years this May. Kicking off for ... Read Article
Seven positive comments dressage judges make when things don’t go to plan
The wonderful thing about dressage is it’s a learning experience every time. There’s no other discipline where a judge’s every ... Read Article
Nine reasons why owning a horse is a good thing to put on your CV
Sadly, horses are an expensive pastime, so you’re likely to need some form of employment to fund your money-munching dependent. ... Read Article
19 words and phrases that mean something completely different in the horse world
Stepping onto the yard often feels like slipping through a portal to another realm. Here, the rules of the outside ... Read Article
Blue Chip to launch new Auto Clean Feed Balancer on April 1st
Blue Chip Feed is launching a limited edition of its revolutionary new Super Concentrated Auto Clean feed balancer. This unbelievable, ... Read Article
Horse riding in the South West
Endless stretches of golden sandy beaches, atmospheric moorland, verdant rolling hills and ancient oak forests – the South West of ... Read Article
Introducing the 2019 Fieldhouse ambassadors!
Last year Fieldhouse ran a competition with Horse&Rider to find three brand new ambassadors for the 2019 season, get to ... Read Article
Neue Schule bitting guide
Check out the Neue Schule bitting guide here… Read Article
Countdown is on to the packed Endurance GB ride season
Endurance riders across the country completed their first competitive miles of 2019 at events in the New Forest, and in ... Read Article
The three most famous jump races in the UK
Horse racing has always been very popular in Great Britain and generates a lot of money for the British economy. It’s ... Read Article
An evening with Ben Hobday
Our top-rider demos are always something that Team H&R gets really excited about. It’s a privilege of watch one of ... Read Article
Horse owners advised to be vigilant following recent equine influenza outbreaks
The Animal Health Trust (AHT) is encouraging horse owners to be aware of the clinical signs of equine influenza (EI) ... Read Article
Traditional Gypsy Cobs to have their moment to shine at Horse of the Year Show
It’s with great excitement that Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) are introducing a brand-new class for 2019. In support ... Read Article
Sponsored rider opportunities with Animalife
Are you a social butterfly who’s looking to pursue your horsey-dreams and become a sponsored rider? Here’s a great opportunity ... Read Article
Ever wondered what it’s like to compete at HOYS?
Photo: 1st Class Images Ever wondered what it’s like to compete at The Horse of the Year Show (HOYS)? We ... Read Article
Bitting young, green horses
Struggling to find the perfect bit for your young horse? The team at Bombers Bits share their top tips Eventer ... Read Article
Feeding the senior horse this winter
With its dark nights and plummeting temperatures, winter can be a difficult time. As horses grow older, they need extra ... Read Article
Planning your winter training and top tips for bitting your horse
Photo credit to Libby Law Photography Eventer Caroline Powell, ambassador for Bombers Bits, shares her tips on preparing for next ... Read Article
Shop ‘til you drop at Olympia
Heading to Olympia’s shopping village? Here’s everything you need to know before you hit the tradestands Olympia – go for ... Read Article
Limited edition Blue Chip Christmas Balancer
A nutritious, delicious Christmas present for your horse that helps to aid digestion and immune function. The colder months are ... Read Article
Faugheen, Sprinter Sacre and the folly of dismissing greatness
In horse racing, as with most sports, it’s not always clear that you’re watching a moment of history. You don’t ... Read Article
Don’t think you need dry shampoo? Think again!
Batiste’s latest innovation will make you rethink dry shampoo. Introducing our new Rethink range, which has something for every hair ... Read Article
It’s beginning to look a lot like Olympia
Any horsey household knows that the run-up to Christmas can mean only one thing… Olympia’s here! The annual London International ... Read Article
Cut down on clean up
Feel you’re spending more time cleaning up after your horse than riding him? Take advantage of this latest innovation, designed ... Read Article
British Eventing announces entry fee and prize money increases for 2019
British Eventing has announced its plans to increase entry fees and prize money for 2019. Most membership passes will stay ... Read Article
13 signs that horses are taking over your life
We all know horse ownership is more of a lifestyle choice than a hobby, but could your love for all ... Read Article
Autumn has arrived… are your stables ready for winter?
In an ideal world we’d keep our horses turned out as much as possible, but as daylight hours decrease, the ... Read Article
New body protector standard hits shelves
Body protectors manufactured to a new safety standard went on sale on 1 October. The 2018 standard comes after recent ... Read Article
Burghley 2018: Behind the scenes
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes when at Burghley Horse Trials? H&R’s Staff Writer, Rachel Dyke, reveals what ... Read Article
Burghley 2018: showjumping clear rounds rewards the few who can achieve them
Burghley 2018: The poles tumbled on the final day at Burghley Horse Trials, but a classy clear round secured ... Read Article
Burghley 2018: two top-ten horses withdrawn before the final trot-up
Yesterday’s cross-country has taken its toll on the competitors who made it over Burghley’s finish line, with several well-placed faces ... Read Article
Burghley 2018: speed proves the formula to cross-country success
While Burghley’s cross-country course can never be described as a walk in the park, this year’s huge fences, tricky lines ... Read Article
Burghley 2018: Kiwis cause a leaderboard shake-up on the second day of dressage
It’s well-known that Burghley isn’t a dressage competition, but that hasn’t stopped today’s riders making their mark on the leaderboard. ... Read Article
Burghley 2018: Townend leads from the start in first day of dressage
Day one of dressage at Burghley saw a number of good performances, but one rider quickly stole the limelight. Find ... Read Article
Burghley 2018: fashion, forgetfulness and two horses withdrawn
The Burghley trot-up yesterday afternoon was its usual array of fabulous outfits and horsey high-jinks. Here’s what happened Wednesday’s trot-up ... Read Article
Top tips for enjoying cross-country day at Burghley
The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials is one of the most popular equestrian fixtures in the country, for good reason ... Read Article
Burghley Horse Trials: exciting new cross-country element revealed
The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials is perhaps best known for its big, bold cross-country course, but the introduction of ... Read Article
Maximum sentences set to increase
People who commit animal abuse could face up to five years in jail after draft legislation has gained strong support ... Read Article
Back to Burghley
One of the jewels in the crown of international eventing, Burghley Horse Trials is back from 29 August to 2 ... Read Article
Brooke selected as World Equestrian Games’ official charity
The international equine charity Brooke has been chosen as the official charity for the World Equestrian Games in Tryon, North ... Read Article
Free recruitment app from Equi Role Global
Equi Role Global is the new app for the global equine industry. Focusing on recruitment, it allows employers to match ... Read Article
Saltos gaiters – at last, they fit!
Gaiters protect your lower leg from being pinched by the stirrup leathers while you’re riding and are stylish enough to ... Read Article
Claim your FREE £10 NAF voucher with September Horse&Rider!
COVER FREE* NAF VOUCHER CLAIM YOURS NOW* *While stocks last. One per reader. Postage to UK addresses only. Offer ends 30 September ... Read Article
Longines Global Champions Tour London
Longines Global Champions Tour London The Longines Global Champions Tour and Global Champions League (GCL) bring together the world’s top ... Read Article
Horses nod to conserve energy, study finds
Researchers at Humboldt University, Berlin, have found that horses nod while walking to allow them to use energy more efficiently ... Read Article
The countdown begins for the Liverpool International Horse Show 2018
If you are a fan of top class showjumping, breath-taking dressage and great family entertainment what better way to ... Read Article
Can Ruby Walsh bounce back after double leg break?
Professionally speaking, it’s been a pretty rotten few months for Ruby Walsh. The Cheltenham Festival’s all-time leading rider, with 58 ... Read Article
Packing for your riding holiday
Are you planning on a riding holiday this year but unsure of what to pack? Jenny Richardson BHSAI shares her ... Read Article
Livery yard spotter’s guide
At every yard you visit, you’re likely to spot a familiar cast of equine characters The one who’s growing old ... Read Article
A labour of love
Abdullah Alguaiee is a man on a mission. A Saudi showjumper and trainer turned entrepreneur, he’s dedicated himself to educating ... Read Article
Dengie brand ambassador update
Heather Finlay Taz and I have been very busy out collecting competition points and aiming for Area Festivals and Regional ... Read Article
Using psychoanalysis to improve performance
MC International will be the first and only accredited International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT) in the UK, providing the ... Read Article
Seven positive comments dressage judges make
Comments dressage judges make when things don’t go to plan – and what we think they really mean! The wonderful ... Read Article
Freelance grooms and instructors – are you protected?
Many freelance grooms and instructors aren’t insured, but this could leave you in a vulnerable position if the worst should ... Read Article
Liverpool International Horse Show Returns To Echo Arena
The Liverpool International Horse Show will be back after the heartbreak of the New Year’s Eve car park fire. This ... Read Article
Enter now to run or ride around Burghley
Entries are now open for the SEIB Burghley sponsored ride, with both runners and riders welcome this year. The event ... Read Article
Four ways to beat the post-Badminton blues
So, the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials is over for another year. Whether you were among the crowds who descended ... Read Article
Badminton 2018: dreams come true on the final day
It’s been 11 years since a female rider won at Badminton – the last one was Lucinda Fredericks, riding Headley ... Read Article
Badminton 2018: one key contender withdrawn
Following the thrills and spills of the cross-country phase, the final vet inspection proved to be the quiet before the ... Read Article
Badminton 2018: girl power prevails on cross-country day
Badminton’s most famous phase provided a day of high-octane excitement that kept things exciting right until the very end. H&R ... Read Article
Badminton 2018: Oliver Townend almost achieves a dressage best
Image credit: Kit Houghton / Mitsubishi Motors The second day of dressage at this year’s Badminton Horse Trials caused ... Read Article
Badminton 2018: British rider on top after day one
The Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials is nothing if not full of surprises and fierce competiton. Here’s H&R’s roundup ... Read Article
Top tips for a great day out at Badminton
Whether you’re an eventing junkie or just fancy a day out surrounded by fellow horse-lovers, Badminton is the place to ... Read Article
Five combinations to keep an eye on at Badminton
Images: Kit Houghton/Mitsubishi Motors As the countdown to this year’s Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials ticks into its final days ... Read Article
Get set, event!
Find out more about the Mitsubishi Motors Cup at Badminton and meet two of the riders who have their hopes ... Read Article
Catching up with the Dengie Ambassadors
Competition success and a Dengie visit Taz is looking and feeling super on his Dengie diet, and we’ve been making ... Read Article
Revealed – the Badminton Horse Trials 2018 cross-country course
With the countdown on for one of the biggest events in the equestrian calendar, the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials, ... Read Article
The World of the Horse Exhibitors – Badminton 2018
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Gastric ulcers climb up the table of Petplan Equine’s top five claims
Petplan Equine, one of the top UK horse insurance providers, has published data on the top five most claimed-for conditions ... Read Article
Experimental learning and therapy through the ways of the horse
The use of horses in therapeutic approaches is continuing to grow worldwide due to the amazing outcomes that can be ... Read Article
How the horses of the Awareness Key herd can help you
Children and adults can benefit from essential skills for a confident, empathetic and happy future using the power and innate ... Read Article
10 reasons to add Flexars to your wardrobe
Flexars are made in the UK Our fabric is made in the UK and Flexars are manufactured in the ... Read Article
9 life lessons your horse has taught you
Caring for your horse is a voyage of discovery, in more ways than you might expect. Here are some pearls ... Read Article
Choosing the best horse racing apps for beginners
Horseracing has become a global phenomenon thanks to the digital advances of the online age. Today, you can watch races ... Read Article
The 10 stages of going to a show
Competing your horse – it seems like a great idea in principle, but the reality is often somewhat different… ... Read Article
10 household items that always end up at the yard
1. That beach towel you used to love A spare towel at the yard is essential during the wet months ... Read Article
New ambassadors join the Petplan Equine team
Petplan Equine, one of the UK’s leading specialist equine insurance providers, announces three new ambassadors to join the team for ... Read Article
Ride at Badminton!
Photo credit: Adam Fanthorpe Ask any keen event rider what their dream is and they’re sure to reply “to compete ... Read Article
Too much of a good thing
As we excitedly prepare to welcome in a new season after one of the toughest winters for years, the longer ... Read Article
Could Politiologue pull of a surprise Ladies Day Win at Cheltenham?
Take a look at any one of the headline races for this year’s Cheltenham Festival (13–16 March) and you’ll see ... Read Article
Equissage Pulse – for body and muscle function support
Equine athletes not only need correct training and feeding, they also benefit from massage therapy and well-being support to give ... Read Article
Horse & Country TV has a brand new series this spring – Daisy Dines With!
This great new show sees Daisy Bunn invited into the homes of top riders, where they cook a meal for ... Read Article
Bitting for competitions
Lindsay Middleton, Sprenger’s UK bitting expert A world leader in bit design and production, Sprenger’s commitment to product development and ... Read Article
Ruby Walsh’s Best Chances for Cheltenham 2018 Success
Photo credit: CC BY There are few jockeys held in respect by their peers quite like Ruby Walsh. The Irish ... Read Article
What does your horse want to tell you? Deepening your connection in 2018
Have you ever wondered what your horse would say if he could speak to you in words? Clients of Rachael ... Read Article
7 signs your horse wears the trousers in your relationship
Your dinner consists of rather suspect offerings from the reduced aisle of the supermarket, yet your horse (otherwise known ... Read Article
Dengie ambassadors winter training
Libby and Sherbert After a successful year, our season finished with a busy October. We competed at the Quest Regional ... Read Article
Plan a day out to remember at The Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show
This awe-inspiring five-day event takes place in the stunning grounds of Bolesworth Castle near Tattenhall, Cheshire from June 13 ... Read Article
Easy to feed TurmerAid
Photo of Leckie before the convieninece of TurmerAid Turmeric has become one of the most popular supplement ingredients for horses ... Read Article
Fuelled for success with Dengie
Discover top training and nutrition advice from Dengie’s team of experts Hannah Esberger-Hancock is a dressage rider who’s fed Dengie ... Read Article