
Posted: 19/06/2017
Avant Showcases New Machines and 0% Finance at Hickstead
AVANT is showcasing the latest machines at Hickstead this week, including the fully electric battery operated e5 model and the latest stable yard and farming attachments.
Ideal for the busy stable yard, Avant machines and attachments make heavy jobs easier and quicker – leaving... Read More

Posted: 19/06/2017
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BH0KYuI1UCE&sns=em Anthony Condon became the first Irish rider to take the Equerry Bolesworth International Grand Prix title on a day of sun-drenched show-jumping action in the International Arena. Twelve months ago, Bolesworth was battered by rain but the 2017 edition and tenth anniversary show will be remembered for blistering sunshine and... Read More

Posted: 16/06/2017
SsangYong Motor UK has been announced as the title sponsor of Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials for the next three years. Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials, the event owned by the sport’s governing body, British Eventing, takes place in Oxfordshire from 13-17 September 2017. With the stunning backdrop of... Read More

Posted: 15/06/2017
Thieves sadly recently broke into a Kent-based yard belonging to Team Tutsham, a registered charity that works with children from a variety of backgrounds to teach them riding and life skills, and stole almost all of the charity’s tack.
Dressage rider Dan Watson, who with his ride Amadeus is on the British... Read More

Posted: 15/06/2017
We have teamed up with Equestrian Index to offer a pair of Member Enclosure tickets to the Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby Meeting on Thursday 22nd June.
The international action at the Al Shira'aa Hickstead Derby Meeting gets underway on Thursday 22 June. Highlights include the Stoner Jewellers Vase, the Bunn Leisure Derby... Read More

Posted: 15/06/2017
STABLE Shield has launched a new range of anti-bacterial stable paint which helps prevent the spread of bacteria by up to 99.8% Whilst many people will rejoice when they hear we are enjoying milder weather conditions, sadly in the equine industry this is actually causing more problems and creating the... Read More

Posted: 09/06/2017
Twice president of Society Master Saddlers, Lecturer / Assessor on Saddle fitting courses and Master Saddler Laurence Pearman answers five frequently asked questions on saddlery. Q1. Can you tell me what influence seat size has on a saddle's fit for horse and rider? My horse is 17hh and quite chunky, but... Read More

Posted: 09/06/2017
Increased prize money and changes to the cross country course at Nunney International Horse Trials, which take place on June 16 – 18, have resulted in a bumper number of competitors this year with a wait list for the first ever time. The action takes place over three days at Southfield... Read More

Posted: 09/06/2017
Nettex launch So Sound as part of their new V.I.P.® range of products. V.I.P.® So Sound is the next generation of joint supplements. Its V.I.P. formula works synergistically to provide highly bioavailable joint and muscle support to maximise mobility and help maintain soundness.
Glucosamine and chondroitin have long been known to be... Read More

Posted: 09/06/2017
Is show jumping or cross-country your chosen sport? Looking for a saddle designed and manufactured to the highest specification and with the latest technology? The Black Country Saddles Jumping range offers you the support where you need it, providing the ultimate in performance. The Ricochet Jump Saddle has a low profile... Read More

Posted: 07/06/2017
New Classic Arizona Adventure to depart in November. After a recent visit to Arizona, riding holiday specialist, Ranch Rider has announced it will be adding the Rancho de la Osa to its collection. Over the last two weeks, the tour operator’s team of Western riding experts including, Managing Director, Tony... Read More

Posted: 07/06/2017
“Stoneleigh Horse Show is offering more HOYS qualifying opportunities than any other show!”
Combining top class showjumping with showing excellence, the British Showjumping National Championships & Stoneleigh Horse Show presents a platform of opportunity for both disciplines as it returns to the impressive and conveniently located showgrounds at NAEC Stoneleigh Park, Kenilworth,... Read More

Posted: 07/06/2017
The New Musso and Rexton
Rigid separate chassis, exceptional strength and durability with a 3.5 tonne towing limit with car-like refinement makes the Musso and the Rexton superb choices for work and play.
The Musso is built to tackle any lifestyle, from the building site to the stables and all your journeys in... Read More

Posted: 07/06/2017
We all like to think that we know what we are doing, don’t we?
We are all experts, with our own opinions about what is good and what isn’t. Having recently stumbled upon a Horse & Hound Forum thread on Orscana, apparently, I am a muppet with more money than sense. What... Read More

Posted: 06/06/2017
Horse & Country TV is delighted to announce that it has been nominated for Best Factual Channel in this year’s Broadcast Digital Awards. H&C’s fellow nominees in the category are BBC4, National Geographic and History. The ultimate winner will be announced at the awards ceremony in London on Wednesday July 5th.
The... Read More

Posted: 02/06/2017
Gary Foggon Promotes Road Safety Advice Following a recent collision with a car, leading rider Gary Foggon wants to raise awareness with other horse owners and riders with regards to road safety issues. On a recent sunny morning ride Gary had been enjoying a pleasant hack on his event horse... Read More

Posted: 02/06/2017
Christopher Smith jumps to victory in the Speedi-Beet HOYS Grade C Qualifier at Warrington Horse Show Making the most of the Bank Holiday weekend, Warrington Horse Show near Knutsford held a Speedi-Beet HOYS Grade C Qualifier on Monday and it was Christopher Smith who took victory with a double clear... Read More

Posted: 01/06/2017
James Sommerville’s Top Tips on Training a Young Horse
Grub’s sponsored Yorkshire- based event rider, James Sommerville, first started eventing in 2002. He has a reputation for getting the best out of difficult/tricky to ride horses and in this article he offers tips on how to train a young horse.
Firstly, when buying... Read More

Posted: 01/06/2017
Sleek Fitting Clothing for Confidence and Performance It’s so important to find out which style of clothes really suit individual body shapes. Rather than buying whatever you are told is currently in fashion, it is much better to understand your shape and buy what really works for you. Sophie Valle from... Read More

Posted: 01/06/2017
Yea-Sacc® Gives Roger a New Lease of Life
When David Anderson’s horse, Roger lacked energy out hunting he couldn’t quite get to the root of the problem.
David has owned 10-year-old, Irish Sports Horse, Roger for four years and is an experienced horseman having ridden for over 40 years, starting as a child... Read More

Posted: 01/06/2017
Little Downham Horse Trials To Donate Start Fees To Charity
Little Downham Horse Trials, located just outside of Ely in Cambridgeshire, previously announced a £5,000 charity donation to the East Anglian Air Ambulance, the event can now confirm that this is being raised to over £7,000.
All of Saturday’s and Sunday’s start fees... Read More

Posted: 01/06/2017
CHILDERIC SADDLES CONTINUE NATIONAL DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIP SPONSORSHIP Childéric Saddles UK is proud to announce that they will be continuing with their sponsorship of the Elementary Championships at the LeMieux National Dressage Championships (13th – 17th September 2017) for the second year running. The sponsorship of the Dressage Championships Saddles Elementary series... Read More
Posted: 01/06/2017
Cobra 18 – a stallion about to strike
By the legendary Showjumping stallion Coronet Obolensky and with an exceptional damline that includes the performance lines of Ramiro Z and Usurpator XX, Cobra 18 is a relatively new name in Showjumping breeding circles, but he is certainly destined to make an impact.
Born in... Read More

Posted: 01/06/2017
Supplementing Grazing with HorseHage As the summer continues, the weather becomes drier and the nutritional value of the grass drops during the months between the two main growing periods of spring and early autumn. There is also much less nutritional value in the grass throughout the dormant winter season when it... Read More

Posted: 01/06/2017
CHELSEA CHARM
Taking inspiration from classic equestrian style, this beautiful piece of jewellery embodies Sylvia Kerr Jewellery’s love of horses with a simply stunning silver polished love heart and stirrup charm on a timelessly elegant linked bracelet.
The Sylvia Kerr Chelsea Stirrup Bracelet embodies a youthful, feminine feel in its design and is... Read More

Posted: 01/06/2017
Horse of the Year Show entries are NOW OPEN Grandstand Media Ltd are delighted to announce that entries for Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) are now open! This year’s Show will take place at the Genting Arena, Birmingham’s NEC from the 4th – 8th October hosting a line-up of... Read More
Posted: 31/05/2017
A new trophy will be presented to the winner of this year’s Al Shira’aa Derby, alongside the iconic Boomerang Trophy. To mark Al Shira’aa’s Hickstead Derby sponsorship, a stunning new trophy has been designed that the rider will get to take home and keep, providing a lasting memento... Read More

Posted: 31/05/2017
Day 4 Round up from Somerford Park Premier League Dressage
Monday 29th May Sadie Smith won the Prix St George with her 10yo Keystone Dynamite whom she has owned since a 4yo. Sadie is based with Carl Hester and Charlotte Dujardin and has been working with them since September, ‘Its amazing... Read More

Posted: 31/05/2017
Happy Hooves Riding Centre Receives a Funding Boost A Cumbria riding centre has been awarded a £2000 grant to help more disabled people to enjoy the benefits of riding and spending time with horses.
Happy Hooves Riding Centre based in Penrith, applied for the funding through the Cumbria Community Foundation, who put... Read More

Posted: 31/05/2017
Sophie Wells Shares Her Medal Successes LEADING dressage rider and Rio and London Paralympic Gold medallist Sophie Wells MBE, recently took time out from her busy schedule to visit her sponsor Black Country Saddles with her Paralympic medal haul. Sophie is a Grade V para-dressage rider who secured glowing success... Read More

Posted: 31/05/2017
DENIM DREAMS Breeches, which feel like your favourite pair of jeans but with all the detail of a superb pair of breeches? If this sounds like your dream pair of breeches, then the new Equetech Denim Breeches could be the answer to your yard to pub style dilemma! Featuring... Read More

Posted: 31/05/2017
Comfy Competition Shirt From Equithème With the competition season in full swing and summer upon us, why not update your competition wardrobe with the new Popper Shirt from Equithème. Made from stretch cotton and having a short sleeve makes this shirt light and practical, perfect for the warmer weather. The official... Read More

Posted: 31/05/2017
Maisie Joins Trickle Sponsored Team THE sponsorship search for a dressage rider to join the Trickle Net team is finally over and will see 17-year-old Maisie Hodge become their new ambassador.
Based in Gloucestershire, Maisie is an aspiring dressage rider with the passion to work her way up the levels and compete... Read More

Posted: 30/05/2017
Spring and summer arrive and horse owners understandably become excited to leave their horses or ponies out in the field for most of the day or overnight.This is great with workloads eased and happy horses out grazing until the fields get short of grass and the dry periods with lack of... Read More

Posted: 26/05/2017
HEROS Charity is working in alliance with Abingdon & Witney College to address the current shortage of stable staff in the horseracing industry by offering full time further education training programmes for young people. This new initiative aims to support the horseracing industry by delivering a complement of nationally recognised equine... Read More

Posted: 26/05/2017
Hiho Silver is delighted to announce its sponsorship of the best dressed at Bramham International Horse Trials in June. Following the success of a similar sponsorship at Badminton Horse Trials in May, Hiho is delighted to announce further support at Bramham, one of the events that is much loved by the... Read More

Posted: 25/05/2017
Ahead of Chestertons Polo in the Park, McLaren Racing Driver, Euan Hankey, swapped horsepower for the day with England polo player and La Martina ambassador, George Meyrick. This short film reveals what happened when the two sports stars switched roles for the day. https://youtu.be/l6g-dMoZPpk After a brief introduction to... Read More

Posted: 25/05/2017
A visit from HRH The Duke of Gloucester, cousin to the Queen, has marked the official opening of Abingdon & Witney College's Witney Campus. The Duke toured the recently refurbished campus to see the now cutting-edge facilities, and to also speak to the students who use them.
His first stop was to... Read More

Posted: 25/05/2017
LOOKING to spend time with your family on Father’s Day and want your children to experience something truly special. The organisers of this year’s Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show have come up with a fantastic deal that will see you and your family sat in luxury VIP while watching the highlight... Read More

Posted: 23/05/2017
Horse & Country TV is delighted to announce that its UK and German channels are now available on Amazon Channels, the new service accessible to Amazon Prime members.
Amazon Channels launched today in the UK and Germany with a line-up of genre channels including, in the UK, Discovery Channel, Eurosport Player and... Read More

Posted: 19/05/2017
AVANT has extended its support of the All England Jumping Course, Hickstead for the 2017 competition season with a new sponsorship agreement recently announced. The Avant Ring 2 will be officially in place for the duration of the Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby Meeting, The Longines Royal International Horse Show, The Hurstpierpoint... Read More

Posted: 19/05/2017
BIG Star, Nick Skelton’s legendary gold medal winning partner at the Rio Olympics is set to appear at The Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show. Following the highly emotional and media charged retirement of the crowd-pleasing pair at The Royal Windsor Horse Show, Big Star will form part of the Stallion Parade... Read More

Posted: 19/05/2017
Little Downham Horse Trials, located just outside of Ely in Cambridgeshire, yet again welcomes a star studded line up of International eventing stars to their first event of the season, which will also see the event make a donation of over £5,000 to the East Anglian Air Ambulance.
Lorraine Porter Photography
The British... Read More

Posted: 19/05/2017
Excitement is building with just over a week remaining until Somerford’s Premier League Dressage Show 27th - 29th May. With an increase in entries exceeding 2016 figures event organisers have been required to order 100 temporary stables, bringing the total available to 185. And are delighted to announce that the show... Read More

Posted: 15/05/2017
An unobtrusive, UV protective face mask for fly free summer riding and relief from the symptoms of headshaking. Net Relief® Riding Mask is a unique fly mask specially designed for ridden work, protecting the horse’s face, eyes and ears from flies and strong sunlight.
Attaching quickly and easily to the bridle,... Read More

Posted: 15/05/2017
Nottinghamshire’s Louise Saywell owned her first pony, Lottie the Shetland, when she was just three-years-old, but she had to share the pony with her brother! A five-minute chat with Louise helps us to understand where her drive and passion for success comes from: Louise is critical of her early... Read More

Posted: 12/05/2017
Royal Windsor Horse Show continued in style with successful day for the Home Nation. There was a Royal victory in the showing arena, a win for Team GB Olympic gold medalist Carl Hester MBE in the CDI4* Dressage and success for local rider Laura Mantel in the Show Jumping.
DRESSAGE: HESTER KEEPS... Read More

Posted: 11/05/2017
There is just over a week to go until the 2017 FEI Rockingham International Horse Trials. Yet again entries are at capacity – in excess of 1,000, with a Wait List being held. Every year riders vote with their feet, so popular is the stunning Rockingham Castle parkland venue.
The stables are... Read More

Posted: 11/05/2017
Britta Francis has been riding horses for most of her life and for her, horse riding is her passion. Despite having a complex medical condition, Britta keeps on coming back into the saddle and that is partly thanks to the team at Urchinwood Manor Equestrian Centre. 37-year-old Britta, was diagnosed with... Read More

Posted: 11/05/2017
With the world’s best riders in action, the opportunity to see the British showjumping team competing on home turf, plus the chance to watch thousands of top-class show horses and ponies being put through their paces, a visit to the Longines Royal International Horse Show is a must for any equestrian... Read More