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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 2017

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

That beach towel you used to love A spare towel at the yard is essential during the wet months and ... 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

Altior could face a bigger challenge than expected in the Cheltenham Champion Chase

The Cheltenham Festival, one of the biggest and most widely viewed horse racing events on the planet, will be underway ... 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

A revolution in comfort from Haygain

Haygain is kick-starting the new year with the launch of a revolutionary product, the ComfortStall orthopaedic sealed flooring system The ... 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

7 signs you were a horse mad child

You owned loads of horsey books Black Beauty, The Jinny series and The Saddle Club are just a few that ... Read Article

Things you realise when you’re away from your horse

You’re not late For once?! With no rushing around to fit in all of those yard chores you have much ... Read Article

7 tell-tale signs you’re a ‘horsey person’

You’re no stranger to visiting the supermarket in your wellies The look you share with a fellow horsey person as ... Read Article

#theEVENTINGcrowd

PHOTOS: Sarah Farrow Have you heard about the newly launched, inclusive members club for people who are passionate about eventing? #theEVENTINGcrowd provides ... Read Article

Likely Cheltenham Festival runners

With winter well and truly upon us, there isn’t long to wait until the highlight of the jumping season – ... Read Article

International Eventing Forum 2018 – ‘What’s the Limit’?

The 2018 International Eventing Forum takes place this year on February 5 at Hartpury College, where attendees can look forward to ... Read Article

Skeletal Shetland Ponies Mark the Start of Winter Welfare Crisis for Bransby Horses

Equine rescue and welfare charity, Bransby Horses, rescued three Shetland ponies last week from the Nottinghamshire area that were severely emaciated. Read Article

Kick disease out of your stable

Survey confirms that respiratory and hoof diseases are the most common health issues experienced by horse owners during the winter ... Read Article

Regimental Mascot, Cruachan the 3rd Earns Promotion

Cruachan the 3rd, the mascot of The Royal Regiment of Scotland based at Redford Barracks, Edinburgh, earned the promotion from ... Read Article

Olympic medallist to host Heiniger clipping workshops at Carrs Billington Country Stores

Following the success of last year’s clipping evenings, renowned Olympian and champion event rider, Ian Stark OBE, will conduct three ... Read Article

Model for a day

H&R reader, Rowena, won the chance to feature in the #equetechrealrider fashion campaign in the May issue of H&R. We ... Read Article

Introducing the Dengie ambassadors…

In May Horse&Rider, Dengie ran a competition to find three new ambassadors and offer them a year-long training bursary. We’re excited ... Read Article

Signed Mary King art piece being auctioned to help ME research

Jenna Green is a nineteen-year-old artist suffering from CFS/ME. She recently completed a piece featuring event rider Mary King at the Land ... Read Article

Call for £1,000 fine for horse riders leaving mess on public roads

Huge piles of horse muck left on public roads are causing chaos for car drivers In almost every park or public ... Read Article

Hannah’s Willberry Wonder Pony Charity shortlisted for FEI Solidarity Award 2017

Hannah’s Willberry Wonder Pony Charity has been shortlisted for the prestigious FEI Solidarity Award 2017 by the Fédération Equestre Internationale ... Read Article

Turn your passion for horses into a career

A leading provider of equine science courses, Nottingham Trent University can give you the right skills and experience to turn ... Read Article

Red Gorilla

In 1981 Faulks & Cox Ltd introduced the first tyre rubber feed skip, quickly became a huge hit and found ... Read Article

Giving equine athletes the best chance

Whether you own a competition horse, hunter or love the occasional fun ride, the chances are you’ll be putting your ... Read Article

A Feast of Entertainment at The Liverpool International Horse Show

This year’s Liverpool International Horse Show is set for a feast of top class action and a host of new ... Read Article

The World of the Horse Exhibitors – Burghley 2017

Heading to Burghley Horse Trials? Make sure you visit the World of the Horse… Alexander James 0161 7936340 Bespoke quality ... Read Article

Crowd favourite out of Europeans

Photo credit: Jess Staines/jess-photography.co.uk Olympic eventer Jonty Evans will not contest the European Eventing Championships in Strzegom, he has said ... Read Article

A History of Art

First image courtesy of Nico Morgan – nicomorgan.co.uk In the long and arching narrative of eventing, there are a few ... Read Article

Cool riders!

When it comes to keeping your cool as temperatures rise, British equestrian fashion brand Equetech has some great garments for ... Read Article

Mary King leads ride across Dartmoor

Former Badminton winner, Olympic medallist and Deputy Lieutenant of Devon, Mary King MBE had her first experience of riding on Dartmoor ... Read Article

Longines Global Champions Tour returns to London

Don’t miss your chance to witness Great Britain’s Olympic showjumping heroes in action at the spectacular destination of Royal Hospital ... Read Article

World Horse Welfare garden wins Gold medal at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2017

Today is a double celebration for World Horse Welfare. Their artisan garden designed by Adam Woolcott and Jonathan Smith has ... Read Article

Stable Gossip

Stable Gossip is a series of children’s books written by international Grand Prix dressage rider and trainer, Joanna Fisher. Available ... Read Article

An Idiot Aboard – Endurance Challenge

Peter Wilkes, MD of leading equestrian manufacturer Vale Brothers Ltd, will be taking on the challenge of riding in the 40KM Endurance Ride at Royal Windsor Horse Show. This would be a challenge for most experienced riders, let alone Peter, who has set himself the challenge to complete the ride after having ridden only 30 times! Read Article

Badminton showjumping: 37th time lucky for Nicholson

Photos: Kit Houghton/Mitsubishi Motors The 2017 Badminton Horse Trials has been a showcase of the ups and downs of three-day ... Read Article

Badminton showjumping: morning round-up and the Price preview

Twenty-six riders tackled the final phase this morning at Badminton Horse Trials, over a course that has proved tight on ... Read Article

Badminton final horse inspection: tension in the trot-up

The morning after cross-country is always tense at an international event, but never more so than when the course is ... Read Article

Badminton cross country: vintage design brings golden era excitement

Photos: Kit Houghton/Mitsubishi Motors Cross-country day was to be vintage Badminton, as riders who had been pre-emptively ruled out of ... Read Article

Badminton: cross-country causes carnage at the halfway point

“It’s a proper course,” laughed Andrew Nicholson after his first ride of the day, aboard Rosemary Barlow’s Qwanza. It’s not ... Read Article

Badminton cross country: course preview

Photos: Kit Houghton/Mitsubishi Motors A tepid sunrise made its way over Badminton house this morning, heralding the start of cross-country day ... Read Article

Badminton dressage: a continental drift

Photo credit: Kit Houghton/Badminton The foreign contingent dominated after a brilliant first two days of competition at the Mitsubishi Motors ... Read Article

Is your horse naughty or is he actually in pain? The answer is written all over his face – AHT Facial expressions research

Experts at the Animal Health Trust Equine Clinic are on a mission to help you recognise pain in your horses ... Read Article

Saddle up and explore the scenic route!

Throughout May, the British Horse Society is encouraging riders to saddle up and explore the scenic route! The BHS’s new ... Read Article

Badminton preview brings big crowds and big names to Cirencester

Photo credit: Kit Houghton/Badminton Eventing fans and supporters gathered in their masses at the King’s Head Hotel in Cirencester on ... Read Article

Nick Skelton, Olympic show-jumping gold medalist, to publish his memoirs in October 2017

The Orion Publishing Group is delighted to announce that Alan Samson, Publisher of Weidenfeld & Nicolson, has bought world rights from Johnny Whitmore, Commercial Director at the Stellar Group, for Nick Skelton’s autobiography, due for publication on 19 October 2017. Read Article

Overweight horses are four times more likely to develop laminitis

Horses and ponies naturally gain weight to build up fat reserves during seasons when there’s plenty of grass and forage ... Read Article

The World of the Horse Exhibitors – Badminton 2017

The World of the Horse Exhibitors – Badminton 2017 Allen & Page Ltd 01362 822900 www.allenandpage.com Natural Horse Feeds ... Read Article

Spring into a new season with style!

When it comes to innovative British design in equestrian clothing, Equetech has been designing riding wear with fashion and function ... 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

Bake to support the Animal Health Trust

Horse&Rider is supporting the Animal Health Trust as our Charity of the Year 2017. Why not get involved and organise ... Read Article

Horse&Rider is crowned Consumer Magazine of the Year

After a truly remarkable year for all D J Murphy titles, Horse&Rider scooped the top prize at the prestigious PPA Independent Publisher awards. Read Article

Emile Faurie wows the crowds at Olympia

International dressage rider and Olympian Emile Faurie made a welcome return to Olympia this week, with a dazzling Master Class ... Read Article

The mane event: Collecting horses in art

By Paige Ashley Man’s other best friend has long been the subject of many works throughout art history. And what ... Read Article

International Eventing Forum 2017 – The Next Generation

Time is racing on and the 2017 International Eventing Forum is almost here, with only a matter of weeks to ... Read Article

Learn to clip like a pro

Olympic medalists Ian Stark OBE and Sharon Hunt will be conducting equine clipping demonstrations at the Carrs Billington’s Selkirk, Morpeth and Brock stores, in partnership with Heiniger clippers during November. Read Article

How do you get a riding arena outside BBC Broadcasting House?

You can put an arena anywhere if you have the correct surface, knowledge and experience... Read Article

WIN amazing Likit prizes

Does your horse love Likit? We’ve teamed up with Likit to give away some amazing prizes. All you have to ... Read Article

Horses and ponies in need

Horse&Rider and PONY magazines are delighted to have been able to donate to a number of equine charities in 2016, ... Read Article

The importance of specialist horsebox insurance

Whether you’re touring Europe attending shows and events or driving to your local stables, having the right insurance for your horsebox or trailer is an important consideration. Because of the high value of the vehicles, the equipment kept inside, and the valuable horses themselves, horseboxes are often targeted by thieves both at shows and at home. Plus the large size of boxes and trailers can make them more at risk of a mishap on the roads, something that could leave you with a nasty bill. Read Article

Taking care of the small things makes a big difference

Preventative care is as important for horses as it is for humans. Taking care of all the small things for your horse and around your yard all adds up, and as Vicki Farr, Equine Veterinary Advisor for the Keeping Britain’s Horses Healthy campaign, explains, they can help to keep your horse both happy and healthy. Read Article

New equestrian insurance package

Equestrian World Insurance Services (EWIS) and NCI Insurance have worked together to develop a new equestrian insurance package for horses and ponies insured at less than £5,000. Read Article

HAPPA equine rehabilitation conference 2016 – ‘from rescue to forever home’

A comprehensive look at the rehabilitation of equines in a welfare/domestic environment; covering the key aspect of the rehabilitation process to ensure equines are given a second chance of finding a forever home. Read Article

Dodson & Horrell at Chatsworth International Horse Trials

Take a peak at all the action from the Dodson & Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials. Remember to put it ... Read Article

Take your horse on holiday with Sykes Cottages!

Here at Sykes Cottages, we believe that family holidays should be just that, for all the family. With over 80 self-catering cottages in the UK and Ireland with stabling for your horse, there’s been no better time to say goodbye to leaving your horse behind whilst you go on holiday. Read Article

New World Dressage Champion Charlotte Dujardin Sponsored by Absorbine

Dujardin is now the reigning, Olympic, European and World Champion. This is the first time a British rider has simultaneously held these three titles. Charlotte returned from Normandy with team silver and two individual gold medals. Read Article

Looking to study an equine-related course?

Users can search and compare equine university and college courses at institutes all over the UK, in one place, rather than searching the internet for hours on end looking for their ideal place to study. Read Article

WHW launches guidelines on keeping horses and ponies hydrated whilst travelling

A collaboration of industry bodies, veterinary organisations and welfare groups coordinated by World Horse Welfare has produced clear and practical guidelines on keeping horses hydrated when travelling by road. Read Article

Valegro to be honored as a Breyer® Portrait Model

This extraordinary athlete's achievements, with rider Charlotte Dujardin, have made Valegro a household name, sold out countless arenas and catapulted the sport of dressage to one of the most popular Olympic summer sports. Breyer will honor dressage's super-star athlete with his own Breyer portrait model created in his likeness. Read Article

RSPCA issues sycamore warning to horse owners

Atypical myopathy is a serious illness usually found in grazing horses in the autumn and spring. RSPCA chief inspector Cathy Hyde, who heads a specialist team of equine officers, said: “It appears that vets have seen more cases of this debilitating and sadly often fatal condition this autumn than in previous years and that risk is likely to be carried through to the spring. Read Article

Riding for the Disabled group awarded $406k

Haworth Riding for the Disabled (HRDA) is one of two projects based in Yorkshire and Huberside sharing £885,623 won from the Big Lottery Fund's Reaching Communities Programme. The centre, in Bradford, offers recreation, therapy, and training for people with physical and learning disabilities. Read Article

New rules for eventing helmet cameras

Permission is now required from British Eventing's Chief Executive for the use of a head or bridle camera in the cross-country phase of eventing. Read Article

Moving horses from pasture to stabling can put horses at risk of colic

Colic is the most common emergency problem in the horse, and one of the main causes of death in the horse. Read Article

Miraculous win for Gizmo the wonder pony

Just six months ago, Gizmo was found lying near an Essex Caravan Park having been dumped in freezing conditions at only four months old. He was suffering from hypothermia, dehydration, liver failure and pneumonia and was close to death. His mother was nowhere to be seen and he was so weak and underweight he was unable to stand. Read Article

Frankel’s first daughter has been born

She is exactly the same colour as her father, including the definitive blaze on her face. The breeding of the foal means that she could be worth up to £3 million, a small portion of her fathers value of £100 million. Read Article

Defra agrees radical overhaul of horse passport system in light of horse meat crisis

Representatives from the Equine Sector Council for Health & Welfare, which includes among its members the British Equestrian Federation, the Thoroughbred Breeders Association, Local Government Trading Standards, the British Equine Veterinary Association and horse welfare charities attended the urgent meeting called by the Secretary of State. Read Article

Debate on Horse Meat called for at World Horse Welfare Conference

Roly Owers, Chief Executive of World Horse Welfare, said in response: “Around 7000 horses are currently at risk of abandonment ... Read Article

Cally’s real-life rescue story

Cally was rescued from Portugal and transported to England, where she was bought by Penny Paddle who lives in Cornwall. Penny tells the story of how she found and saved Cally. Read Article

Looking to study an equine-related course?

Equine Careers is delighted to announce the launch of their new website which now features an extensive library of equine-related college courses. Read Article

Happy Tummy Charcoal – A new insight into its benefits as a feed additive

Happy Tummy Charcoal from Fine Fettle Feeds proves to be a breakthrough in horse care. Read Article

One saddle… any discipline, any horse

The SMART EVENTER - the new RigidFree all-round performance saddle suitable for both flatwork and jumping at all levels. Read Article

Petplan Equine top five insurance claims

The UK’s number one pet insurer Petplan, together with its specialist equestrian division, Petplan Equine have a wealth of knowledge of horse and pet illnesses and injuries, with an impressive database of over 1 million animals. Read Article

Fur Feather & Fin

Fur Feather & Fin was established in 1978 and has become the go-to destination for a great range of high quality country clothing, homewares and quirky yet practical gifts. Read Article

Encourage, engage, empower

Taking the reins into their own hands, many women across the nation will have the opportunity to take part in a national campaign launched by the British Equestrian Federation. Read Article

Weatherbeeta partnership with The Pink Ribbon Foundation

WeatherBeeta has announced an exciting new partnership with The Pink Ribbon Foundation. Read Article

A New Quest for BD

With all the fabulous benefits of Team Quest, My Quest is a mirror competition but for individuals. Read Article

Horseware – Behind the scenes!

Ever wondered how she did it? How Emma Massingale got her fab team of ponies to go through the Horseware factory and make their own rugs... we have exclusive behind the scenes footage for you! Read Article

Top Horse Racing Event for 2016 – Crabbie’s Grand National

There can be few sporting events that provide the spectacle, excitement and allure of the Grand National. Read Article

NFU Mutual launches ‘Horsebox Safety Week’

As part of an ongoing campaign for the safer transportation of horses, NFU Mutual has launched Horsebox Safety Week (4th-10th April) - to raise the awareness of the risks associated with the loading and transporting horses. Read Article

Redwings’ strangles outbreak one year on

Reflections on one of the most challenging times in charity’s 30-year history and introducing Redwings’ strangles survey. Read Article

British Horse Feeds support Julie Kelshaw in MacMillan charity race

The effort and determination of leisure horse rider, Julie Kelshaw, to compete in a race at York Racecourse, has caught the eye of the team at British Horse Feeds. Read Article

Duchess of Beaufort marks silver anniversary

The Duchess of Beaufort is celebrating 25 years of partnership between Mitsubishi Motors and Badminton Horse Trials. Read Article

University offers free online equine nutrition course

The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies at the University of Edinburgh is providing a free five-week online course on the subject of equine nutrition. Read Article

Horse Power: Ardennes heavy horses replace machinery in forestry

Discover two forestry workers abandoning machinery in favour of a more traditional - and eco-friendly - means of labour. Meet Ardennes heavy horses, Jetson and Tser Read Article

Big riders turn out for annual big purse challenge

Top riders from all over the country converged on Grange Farm, Wittering to compete in this year’s Lincoln JumpCross Eventer’s Challenge. Read Article

HRH Princess Royal Speaks Out on Equine Transport to Slaughter Conditions

World Horse Welfare needs horse lovers to contact their MEPs today, January 21 2010, to urge them to help horses transported live for slaughter Read Article

The Brooke’s Ambassador Major Richard Waygood MBE Helps Working Horses in India

The Brooke’s ambassador Major Richard Waygood MBE goes behind the scenes in India Read Article

Generous donation helps horses in crisis

As Britain’s horse crisis shows no sign of abating, a tremendously generous donation from Matchmakers International is a huge boost to World Horse Welfare’s front-line UK team. Read Article

Burghley Horse Trials 2012 – Lucy Wiegersma diary

Lucy Wiegersma video diary from Burghley Horse Trials 2012. Read Article

IAN STARK and World Horse Welfare go behind the scenes at Badminton Horse Trials 2014

Three times winner of Badminton Horse Trials, Ian Stark joined World Horse Welfare at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials 2014 last week to talk horse safety with British Eventing’s National Safety Officer, Jonathan Clissold and Badminton Horse Trials vet, Richard Hepburn. Read Article

Burghley 2012: The top fences

In anticipation of the 2012 Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials, Captain Mark Phillips talks us through some of the signature fences for the Cross Country test. Read Article

EIA confirmed in Cornwall

Defra confirmed yesterday (03/10/12) that a horse in Cornwall has tested positive for Equine Infectious Anaemia (EIA). Read Article

Monty Roberts – an International treasure

Friday 17th February 2012 saw the legendary Monty Roberts and his protégée, Intelligent Horsemanship founder, Kelly Marks put on a much-anticipated demonstration at Royal Leisure, Henfield. Monty, who lives in California, is 77 this year so his transatlantic trips are likely to become an increasingly rare treat for the British public. Read Article

Team GB eventers win Olympic silver – review

I don't know about you, but I'm not sure I have any nerves left after the eventing exploits over the last few days. There has been furious nail biting in the equestrian community as we scrabbled around for mobile phone internet, non-shuddery web coverage and red-button TVs for minute-to-minute coverage of the London 2012 Eventing. Read Article

The World Class Programme and the build up to the Olympics

The UK Sport funded Equestrian World Class Programme supports a pathway to success for eventing, showjumping, dressage and para-equestrian dressage athletes. Read Article

ParalympicsGB equestrian team combines youth and experience

Earlier this week, our Paralympic equestrian team was announced by the British Paralympic Association. Read Article

Horse meat found in Supermarket burgers

Investigations are under way into how beefburgers on sale in UK and Irish Republic supermarkets came to have horse meat in them. Read Article

Irish win in the FEI Nations Cup

Ireland made their first win of the season a big one, scooping the Hickstead leg of the FEI Nations Cup for the first time since 2001. This moves them up one place from the bottom of the league table. Read Article

London 2012: Olympic Dressage Finals

Exciting, thrilling and edge-of-your-seat tense is the best way to sum up the Olympic dressage individual finals, can the same be said for this test? Read Article

Courtney King-Dye in Coma After Fall from Dressage Horse

US Olympic Dressage rider Courtney King-Dye remains in a coma after falling from a horse while not wearing a hat. Read Article

Actor Perri Snowden talks War Horse

War Horse actor Perri Snowden, who play Capt Nicholls, reveals all about the West End show and the Olympia performance Read Article

Secretariat: the movie

New Disney movie 'Secretariat', based on the true story of the legendary race horse, is released 3rd December, 2010. Watch the trailer here! Read Article

Horse&Rider voted Consumer Magazine of the Year in the IPAC Awards 2010

Horse&Rider wins ‘Consumer Magazine of the Year’ award at the 2010 Independent Publisher Awards Read Article

Over 100 Horses Rescued from Meat Farm in Amersham

A nation of animal lovers watched in horror as over 100 horses, ponies and donkeys were rescued. Mel Rutherford follows the equines' first steps on the road to recovery Read Article

Thrilling headcam from Burghley 2012

During the Cross Country phase at Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials this year, find some special footage of Paul Tapner riding Inonothing. Read Article

Horseman’s Sunday in Hyde Park

One Sunday a year, over a hundred horses gather near Hyde Park in London to celebrate horse riding in the city Read Article

War Horse: Joey meets Elizabeth

War Horse puppet Joey comes face to face with living and breathing Household Cavalry horse Elizabeth Read Article

Saddles: How new technology is paving the way

Choosing a saddle just got easier, thanks to groundbreaking new technology Read Article

Use of Electric Collar Shocks Horse World

Electric training device sparks horror amongst equestrians Read Article

When War Horse Met the Household Cavalry: Life Size Equine Puppets Meet Their Inspiration

How did the horses of The Household Cavalry respond to the equine puppets of theatrical sensation War Horse? Read Article

New BEVA guide makes equine insurance easier

The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has introduced a new guide to help horse owners negotiate the complexities of equine insurance with clarity. Read Article

War Horse: inspecting the troops

War Horse's Capt Nicholls and Joey inspect The Household Cavalry Troopers in London's Hyde Park Read Article

War Horse stops traffic

London traffic is brought to a standstill as War Horse puppet Joey makes his way to Hyde Park Read Article

Year of the Horse Charity Polo Day at Guards Polo Club – with Kauto Star

Gold Cup hero, Kauto Star, is special guest in support of World Horse Welfare’s charity polo day. Read Article

HBO sued over treatment of horses

HBO are being sued for allegedly mistreating horses and then covering it up during filming for the TV series 'Luck'. Read Article

King Solomon, Mary King’s former Olympic ride dies aged 24

One of the most successful horses of all time, King Solomon III, was part of the silver medal winning team in Athens in 2004. Read Article

Breen’s Derby dream finally comes true

After coming so close for the past two years, Ireland's Trevor Breen finally achieved what he'd always wanted to do - winning the Equestrian.com Derby at Hickstead. Read Article

William Fox-Pitt (GBR) wins the 2014 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event

(USA, 27 April 2014) William Fox-Pitt (GBR) riding Bay My Hero, today Sunday 27 April 2014, wins the 2014 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, with Lauren Kieffer (USA) riding Veronica in 2nd place, and Bruce (Buck) Davidson Jr. (USA) riding Ballynoe Castle RM in 3rd place, in Lexington. Read Article

Carl and Charlotte go Dutch in search of ‘new Valegro’

‘Carl and Charlotte: Going Dutch’, a brand new ‘Carl and Charlotte’ documentary will premiere on Horse & Country TV (Sky 280) in May. Read Article

British Eventing announces Arena Eventing series

A new two phase competition open to members and non-members is to be offered by British Eventing in 2015, with the aim of providing extra opportunities to existing members and encouraging new members. Read Article

Equestrian students slammed for naked calendar

Members of the Leeds University Equestrian Society have been criticised for a racy charity calendar photoshoot. Read Article

Charlotte and Valegro return with bang and a world record

On their first appearance since winning team and individual gold medals at the London Olympic Games, Charlotte Dujardin (GBR) and Valegro not only blew away the opposition in the Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage Leg, but also gained a new World grand prix record score in doing so. Read Article

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