Posted: 12/12/2016
Olympia, the London International Horse Show, gets underway next week (13-19 December), and once again viewers will be able to watch highlights from the competition on Horse & Country TV. In the week running up to Christmas, H&C will be showing the FEI World Cup Driving (Tuesday 20th December at 8.30pm), FEI... Read More
Posted: 12/12/2016
British Horse Feeds is delighted to announce title sponsorship of the prestigious Red Dragon Festival of Endurance which celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2017. Running from September 29 to October 1, 2017 the Red Dragon Festival of Endurance at the Royal Welsh Showground in Builth Wells is always a hugely popular event. Tricia... Read More
Posted: 12/12/2016
Hiho Silver has introduced a new style of leather double wrap bracelet to its collection that is unisex in design and customisable. The bracelet is made using high quality leather selected just for Hiho, and benefits from saddle style stitching too, to echo the feel of tack.... Read More
Posted: 12/12/2016
The great and the good from the equine world headed to Hartpury on Friday (December 9th) as Olympian Carl Hester MBE officially opened the Margaret Giffen Centre for Rider Performance. The London 2012 and Rio 2016 medallist, who is also the elite dressage coach for Hartpury’s Equine Academy, was joined by... Read More
Posted: 12/12/2016
The Equestrian.com Liverpool International Horse Show is set to host the biggest and best New Year's Eve event in the city, and everyone is invited. The event takes place at The Echo Arena on Liverpool's iconic waterfront and is open to guests of all ages, so families can enjoy a rare... Read More
Posted: 08/12/2016
Simple, natural “green” horse feeds has always been the Dengie promise. Trusted for providing equines with the very best in locally grown, alfalfa based nutrition, Dengie are now delighted to be able to offer horse owners a British grown, grass product that will help to provide highly digestible, consistently clean fibre.... Read More
Posted: 08/12/2016
Discovering the WIld West from the back of a horse Keen to expand on its portfolio of authentic US ranches, Ranch Rider will be introducing Arizona’s Hideout Working Ranch in its 2017 brochure, the property situated near Portal and snuggled against the New Mexico border. Tony Daly, Managing Director of Ranch Rider... Read More
Posted: 08/12/2016
New Stone Farm offers an exciting opportunity to create a first class equestrian establishment with consent for a 1,438 sq ft Equestrian Occupation dwelling, complemented by established equestrian facilities. The position of the new house is shown on the site plan and will be located to the north of existing stables. The... Read More
Posted: 08/12/2016
Tickets for the Hickstead Derby Meeting (22-25 June 2017) and the Longines Royal International Horse Show (25-30 July 2017) have gone on sale in plenty of time for Christmas. Once again there are savings on offer to all those booking in advance of the shows compared to tickets... Read More
Posted: 08/12/2016
Following an 18 month consultation period with horse owners across the UK who have been rigorously field testing products on horses and ponies of all shapes and sizes, Rowen Barbary are delighted to announce the launch of three new feeds. With Chamomile Flowers, Mint and Nettle Leisure Plus is an... Read More
Posted: 07/12/2016
Want a great looking pair of competition boots but can’t afford the Italian price tag? The Tresio Competition boot from Just Togs has designer details and great European styling for just over £100. The Tresio ladies boot has white contrast stitching and piping on the black leather and synthetic leather upper. Featuring a rear... Read More
Posted: 07/12/2016
Do your boots give you cold sore feet, or do they wear out and need replacing after only one season’s use? If they do, you’re not wearing Grub’s! High performance Grub’s boots are comfortable, warm, completely dry, designed to last and suitable for all day wear every day and all occasions. 1.... Read More
Posted: 07/12/2016
Chariots of Fire Equestrian Centre near Lockerbie provide carriage driving and riding lessons for people with disabilities and additional needs in partnership with the charity ‘Sports Driving Unlimited’. Their indoor school was in desperate need of an update and Martin Collins Enterprises Riding Surfaces came to the rescue supplying them with... Read More
Posted: 07/12/2016
Big names from the British showjumping scene will be getting their eye in ahead of Olympia alongside some of Hartpury’s own riding talent at this year’s Showjumping Spectacular. Starting on Friday 9th December the showjumping runs for three days in the international Hartpury Arena. The action kicks off in the afternoon... Read More
Posted: 07/12/2016
The Sore No-More® Performance range is a pleasant smelling, natural herbal liniment containing a carefully formulated mix of natural herbs including arnica, comfrey, rosemary and ginger in a base of witch hazel. It contains no chemicals or harsh ingredients, is extremely gentle to the skin and is now available to customers... Read More
Posted: 30/11/2016
The Colorado Tourism Office launched its Year of Summer Adventure campaign earlier this month, so Ranch Rider’s brochure news is well timed. The riding holiday specialist will be introducing the Elk River Guest Ranch in 2017 and the Zapata Cattle & Bison Ranch will feature a new tented camp, both... Read More
Posted: 30/11/2016
Recent research suggests that up to 58% of competition and show horses in competitive work have ulcers and up to 59% of leisure horses suffer from Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS). While there are many possible causes, high concentrate diets and intense exercise have been identified as the trigger in many equines.... Read More
Posted: 30/11/2016
A Bristol equestrian centre has become the latest riding establishment to gain accreditation to a national scheme backed by RDA and the British Equestrian Federation. Church Farm Equestrian and Pony Club Centre, based in Keynsham, decided to apply for Accessibility Mark accreditation to develop the long term future of the centre and... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
FOLLOWING a nationwide search and with more than 1,500 entries to choose from the winner of the TopSpec ‘Once in a Lifetime’ £5,000 sponsorship is dressage rider Amy Schiessl. Based near Basingstoke, 21-year-old Amy has been riding from an early age and is currently competing two horses with more in the pipeline... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
TopSpec Stud Lite Feed Balancer has been designed for breeding stock that are such great-doers that they would become overweight if fed the recommended amount of a good Stud Feed Balancer. TopSpec Stud Lite Feed Balancer will not promote weight-gain when fed as part of a calories-controlled diet. It is of... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
Winter does not have to be all about dark nights and early mornings. In this issue international rider Gary Foggon of Team Black Country Saddles provides some handy hints to make good use of precious time throughout the autumn and winter. Before bringing your horse in from the field, why... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
WINNING the loan of an Avant compact tool carrier has revolutionised the way leading showjumper Phillip Miller runs his Hertfordshire-yard. Phillip is well known for his longstanding partnership with the charismatic grey Caritiar Z on whom he won the iconic Hickstead Derby in 2013 when jumping the only clear round. The Avant tool... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
Steve Wall from Somerset has thoroughly caught the equestrian bug thanks to the team at Urchinwood Manor based in Bristol. Steve, who is partially sighted and has been registered blind all his life, has been riding at Urchinwood Manor for nine years after first having a go on an excursion with a... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
Avoid sore feet this winter with the new sock range from Grub’s. The innovative sporting technology will ensure your feet stay warm, dry and comfortable all day long. Created for maximum comfort, the socks feature a cushioned loop, Super-dri™ fibres and a double-stitched toe. Feet will stay warm and toasty with the blend... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
It’s a sponsored ride but not as you know it! Hartpury’s horse simulator, Margaret, will be riding through the night next week on a money-making mission for Spinal Research. Based on cutting edge flight simulator technology, Margaret is one of only 10 of her kind in the world and the only... Read More
Posted: 25/11/2016
SPILLERS® has introduced Alfalfa-Pro, a high quality conditioning alfalfa blend with oil, supporting horses prone to gastric ulceration. SPILLERS® Alfalfa-Pro is one of only four products in the UK to carry the prestigious BETA Equine Gastric Ulceration Syndrome (EGUS) Certification Mark. SPILLERS® Alfalfa-Pro is a low sugar and starch fibre and... Read More
Posted: 22/11/2016
The Horse Rider's Guide to Bras is a new information leaflet designed to help female equestrians avoid breast pain caused by riding activity. Created by BETA in conjunction with the British Equestrian Federation, this handy resource is based on a large-scale study by Dr Jenny Burbage, of the University of Portsmouth,... Read More
Posted: 21/11/2016
Hartpury has been pitching in and forking out to help a local charity change the lives of young people in Gloucester and open their eyes to a world of new opportunities. The College has for a long time worked in partnership with St James’ City Farm and Riding School – both... Read More
Posted: 21/11/2016
Ariat Berwick GTX Insulated Boots – Ladies The Berwick Lace GTX Insulated boots will help keep you on your feet this winter! 400g of cosy Thinsulate Ultra insulation keeps feet warm, meanwhile a premium waterproof full-grain leather upper and waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX membrane construction prevents the elements from getting in. ATS... Read More
Posted: 18/11/2016
Dengie the UK’s leading fibre provider were delighted to present their Championship awards at the inaugural British Dressage Natives Championship at Solihull Riding Club 28th-29th October 2016. This hugely popular event saw entries from over 500 native horses and ponies. Dengie as sponsors of the Traditional Gypsy Cob section were on hand... Read More
Posted: 18/11/2016
The world’s top Carriage Drivers will be storming back into the Olympia Grand Hall, on Thursday 15, Friday 16 and Saturday 17 December, with only one intention, to take home the top prize. The record holding six-time FEI World Cup™ Driving Championship winner, Boyd Exell (AUS), will be hoping to defend... Read More
Posted: 16/11/2016
Hiho’s Exclusive Equestrian Leather Snaffle Bracelet now has a ‘sister’ with an 18ct rose gold plated finish to add an extra dimension. The sterling silver version has been a Hiho best seller for years as the durable design is not only beautiful; it really does work with... Read More
Posted: 16/11/2016
The British Equestrian Trade Association sponsored the main arena at Your Horse Live for a third consecutive year and provided free riding hat and body protector safety checks throughout the event at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on 12 and 13 November. “Your Horse Live is a great place for Christmas shopping and a... Read More
Posted: 16/11/2016
Hiho Silver is delighted to introduce the new Exclusive Sterling Silver Special Edition Willberry Wonder Pony Charm – perfect for Christmas. The charm, which will be shipped in late November and can be pre-ordered now, is made using solid sterling silver and has a red scarf, just like the real Willberry.... Read More
Posted: 16/11/2016
What do triple Olympic gold medallists do when they retire? Write their life story, of course! Equine dressage sensation Valegro, who won gold medals at both London and Rio, tells his own story in this, the first in the series of books for children (and older readers!). The perfect Christmas present... Read More
Posted: 16/11/2016
Are you a young rider looking for the opportunity of a lifetime? Today, the UK’s leading equine bedding manufacturer, BEDMAX, have announced that for the second year running, they are offering one talented young rider an unmissable opportunity to win the BEDMAX Young Rider Scholarship for 2017. The Scholarship is open... Read More
Posted: 16/11/2016
PERFORMANCE footwear brand Grub’s teamed up with the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (R.A.B.I) for Welly Week. Throughout the event, the Grub’s team ran prize draws offering people the chance to win a pair of fabulous wellies during Monday to Friday of the campaign. The R.A.B.I provides financial support to farming people in hardship,... Read More
Posted: 16/11/2016
Offered for sale through joint agents Fox Grant and Greenslade Taylor Hunt, Footsteps is an equestrian smallholding with attractive detached, individually designed property of local Lias stone elevations under a slate tiled roof. Constructed in 1993, the property offers spacious accommodation arranged over 2 floors with attractive views from a number... Read More
Posted: 11/11/2016
Canada took the top slot on Lonely Planet’s list of Best Countries To Visit in 2017. There’s even more reason to plan a trip to the Great White North next year as the nation will mark 150 years since confederation. Tony Daly Managing Director of Ranch Rider, “Even with... Read More
Posted: 11/11/2016
With the aim of promoting the work of The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre (BTRC) during its 25th Anniversary year the charity enjoyed a successful day at Aintree Racecourse for the Betfred BTRC Day. Thanks to the generosity of race goers, The BTRC raised more than £4,000 through the sale of the... Read More
Posted: 11/11/2016
Make light work down the yard with the Avant 500 series an excellent all-round machine for stables and arenas. The multi-function Avant 500 series will tackle a wide range of yard jobs quickly and easily. The range features the 520, 525 and 528 models. The Avant 500 series of articulated telescopic loaders are... Read More
Posted: 11/11/2016
Mark Todd Harry Jacket This unisex jacket has been exclusively designed for the Mark Todd Collection and can be used in the saddle, on the yard or as every day wear. It has an extremely lightweight natural goose down filling as well as side pannels which aid ventilation. The jacket has internal pockets... Read More
Posted: 11/11/2016
AS winter approaches all horse and pony owners know how easy it is to waste hay! Whether they are out in a muddy field or spending longer hours in the stable and trampling it into the bedding, no one likes to see hay being left uneaten. The revolutionary Trickle Net provides the solution... Read More
Posted: 07/11/2016
Saddles Riding Centre based in Bexley, Kent has become the latest riding centre to gain Accessibility Mark accreditation. The nationally recognised seal of approval will enable them to open their doors to disabled people. Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), in partnership with Hoof, the British Equestrian Federation’s (BEF) participation programme launched the... Read More
Posted: 07/11/2016
Are you looking for a boot to keep your feet warm and dry when down at the yard or trekking across muddy paddocks to fetch the horses in? The new Frostline boots from Grub’s are ideal for keeping your feet warm and dry on cold, wet or frosty days, they offer supreme... Read More
Posted: 07/11/2016
With just weeks to go until the Equestrian.com Liverpool International Horse Show here we catch up with Lorraine Meadowcroft, CEO of leading online retailer and title sponsor Equestrian.com to find out more. What makes the Equestrian.com Liverpool Horse Show so special? Last year’s show was just fantastic and as a business... Read More
Posted: 07/11/2016
Dark nights, less time for riding and the unpredictable weather can make owning a horse or pony during the winter months a challenge. The cold, damp conditions can lead to ailments and injuries that can be difficult to manage when faced with adverse weather. By following a few simple steps, prevention of problems... Read More
Posted: 07/11/2016
Dengie Healthy Tummy which displays the BETA feed mark for equines prone to Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome is £2 off this autumn… Recent research suggests that once horses begin training their likelihood of developing gastric ulcers increases. 17-58% of competition and show horses in competitive work have ulcers and between 37-59% of... Read More
Posted: 07/11/2016
Show your horse or pony how much you care by stocking up with some Nettex Tasty Treats this year. With a variety of flavours to choose from, your horse will find it hard to pick a favourite. Nettex Tasty Treats can be used to reward good behaviour, help with training or distract... Read More
Posted: 27/10/2016
The leading business show for rural and farm businesses is just around the corner returning to the NEC on 9th & 10th November. In order to introduce opportunities within the equestrian sector, The Equestrian Index will be hosting stand 428 and Connected Thinking will be at stand 543. Both businesses... Read More
