Posted: 05/10/2017
The 2017 British Riding Clubs TopSpec Dressage to Music Championships 2017 took place at Bury Farm Equestrian Village.
And this year’s event had a new sponsor with TopSpec, well known for their range of feed balancers and other innovative horse feed, supporting the championships until 2019.
Said Katy Mickle of TopSpec: “We were... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2017
There were tears of joy as Ann Leftley’s 13-year-old ex racehorse Beware Chalk Pit took the honours in the SEIB Racehorse to Riding Horse of the Year Championship on day one of Horse of the Year Show (HOYS). ‘Pete’, as he is known at home, won more than £9,500 over his... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2017
Thistledown Van-Der-Vaart does it again! A round of applause roared around the TopSpec Arena on Wednesday lunchtime at Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) in appreciation of one fantastic pony who was crowned Brineton Colne Mountain & Moorland Mini Pony of the Year for the third year running. Lucy Richardson’s Thistledown... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2017
The Price family’s superstar pony - and reigning Supreme Pony of the Year - Litton Enterprise has made a stylish comeback to the TopSpec Arena on the first day of Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) with a win in the Equissage Pulse Ridden Partbred Pony of the Year Championship. Ridden... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2017
Paul Atkinson and Black Boy went two better than last year to win the Horse of the Year Show's Harness Horse and Pony of the Year Championship. Third-placed finishers 12 months ago, Paul and the stunning 11-year-old black gelding won following a nerve-tingling finale in the Genting Arena as the leading... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2017
Fourth time lucky for Mirv and the Purebred Arab of the Year title. Clare Fitch punched the air in delight as her ride, Mirv, was called forward to take the Simon Constable Equine Vets and Mr & Mrs Roberts Ridden Purebred Arab of the Year Championship. After being placed for three... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2017
Nicole Pavitt continued her recent domination of the Connolly's Red Mills Senior Newcomers Championship with a stylish performance at the Horse of the Year Show. Just two combinations - Sussex-based Nicole on her mother Sandra's HC Cornet and Adam Botham, riding Jerome Du Luot - went clear in round one from... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2017
When Daniel Brian Carroll bought a five-year-old gelding with “no job to do” straight from the field, he had an inkling success was in the pipeline. Fast forward three years and Red Why Salute has proven his class and clinched the prestigious Cuddy Working Hunter of the Year Champion title on... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2017
Chloe Winchester described her opening day win at Horse of the Year Show as "what dreams are made of." Chloe, from Suffolk, triumphed in the Talent Seekers, incorporating the seven-year-old, Championship, with Louise Saywell riding Mac Uwe finishing in second place on the leading seven-year-old. Chloe's jump-off time of 37.11 seconds,... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2017
Horse of the Year Show 2017 Equestrian of the Year Award went to GB Para-dressage rider Sophie Wells. Fresh from her time on the podium at the Para-European Dressage Championships in August, Sophie was presented with the award under the Andrews Bowen International Arena spotlight.
Sophie who was born in 1990... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2017
Day one of Horse of the Year show 2017 got off to a flying start in the Horseware Bronze League Championship and Silver League Championship. Emma Sargeant from Staffordshire turned back the clock as she claimed a superb victory in the Silver League Championship on Fool's Business, winning two years after... Read More
Posted: 03/10/2017
Just one day to go until the start of Horse of the Year Show, which takes place at Birmingham’s NEC Genting Arena from Wednesday 4th – Sunday 8th October. A place where audiences can be inspired by world-class international Showjumping along with an exciting line up of national Showing and Showjumping... Read More
Posted: 03/10/2017
This year’s Horse of the Year Show features the fifth running of the annual Dressage Future Elite Championship. Taking place during the evening performance on Thursday 5th October, this prestigious competition provides a platform for the UK's rising Grand Prix horses to gain invaluable experience under the spotlight at a world... Read More
Posted: 28/09/2017
Derbyshire-based Stephanie Hill, who is a previous HOYS Finalist, has this year taken the Miss England title and is now preparing for the Miss World final in Sanya, China, on 18th November. As someone who is no stranger to HOYS, Stephanie will be delivering a different kind of performance under the... Read More
Posted: 28/09/2017
Organisers of Olympia, The London International Horse Show (12 – 18 December, 2017) are delighted to announce the Osborne Refrigerators Shetland Pony Grand National will be back in action at the iconic venue, with a fierce line-up of young jockeys following the footsteps of their famous parents.... Read More
Posted: 27/09/2017
British Horse Feeds extended their endurance sponsorship this year and were the proud new sponsor of the British Riding Clubs Endurance Team Event. The prestigious event, organised and hosted by Endurance GB, came to an exciting end with the final taking place at the famous Lion’s Tail Ride near Rutland.
British... Read More
Posted: 27/09/2017
Equine Construction continued their support of the British Dressage Advanced Medium Championships for a third season with great success. For a second year running the Gold and Silver sections were hotly contested with Charlotte Dujardin running away with victory in the Gold classification. The double Olympic Gold medallist stole... Read More
Posted: 27/09/2017
Passionate about offering beautiful boots that are accessible to all women, The Spanish Boot Company are highlighting their ‘wide fit’ this season, which unlike many fashion footwear brands recognises that not all of us have long, lean pins! The website has a dedicated off the peg ‘wide fit’... Read More
Posted: 27/09/2017
With the catwalk dictating that the waist is back, the tweed experts, Timothy Foxx have introduced the Astrid Waistcoat to perfectly tick this trend. The Timothy Foxx Astrid Waistcoat is available in two gorgeous tweeds: Foxglove and Amber (pictured) and celebrates curves with flattering consequence.
The front of the waistcoat in Amber... Read More
Posted: 21/09/2017
International Showjumpers confirmed to compete at Horse of the Year Show
Get ready to take your seats to witness the greatest names of British Showjumping compete at this year’s Horse of the Year Show. HOYS is delighted to announce the International Showjumpers who will be competing at “The World’s Most Famous Horse... Read More
Posted: 21/09/2017
Hiho’s 4 Star Roller Bead with diamonds launches at Burghley Horse Trials
Hiho Silver’s exclusive Cherry Roller Collection was joined by a solid gold new addition at Burghley Horse Trials – the 4 Star Roller Bead, which comes with four diamonds around the outside of the bead.
The 4 Star Roller Bead can... Read More
Posted: 21/09/2017
A campaign to raise awareness of colic in horses among horse owners pioneered by the University of Nottingham’s Vet School and the British Horse Society has won the prestigious Veterinary Record Evidence Award.
REACT Now to Beat Colic educates horse owners on how to spot the early signs of colic in horses... Read More
Posted: 19/09/2017
Sue Norton is New President for Society of Master Saddlers Sue Norton has been appointed as the new President of the Society of Master Saddlers. Incoming President Sue Norton with new Vice President Chris Taylor.
Well-known throughout the industry and with a successful career running C.H. Brown & Son Saddlery in Oxford... Read More
Posted: 19/09/2017
North Yorkshire Saddles Support Harriet Morris-Baumber
EVENT rider, Harriet Morris-Baumber has secured new sponsorship from leading saddle specialist North Yorkshire Saddles.
With a wealth of knowledge and offering Society of Master Saddlers and Master Saddle Fitting Consultant qualified saddle fitters, the experts at North Yorkshire Saddles will be providing Harriet with saddles and... Read More
Posted: 19/09/2017
Busy Year for Society of Master Saddlers This year’s Society of Master Saddlers’ AGM took place at York Racecourse and was very well attended with members travelling from all parts of the country. As well as society business the day also provided the opportunity for members to gain a fascinating behind... Read More
Posted: 19/09/2017
Katie Aims High in the Sport of Eventing
Malton-based event rider Katie Stephens-Grandy is busy producing top quality young horses for her chosen sport.
Here she tells us about her progress and how fit and well her horses look thanks to their TopSpec feed regimes.
Katie is from a farming family based on the... Read More
Posted: 19/09/2017
Henry Bell & Co (Grantham) Ltd has extended its portfolio of premium animal feed products to include the new EQUIGLO brand delivering first-class equine nutrition at great value-for-money prices. The first product from the EQUIGLO stable is Quick Soak 10 MINUTE BEET, which is perfect for all horses and ponies.
“This product... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2017
A study conducted in Europe by Dr. Julie Dauvillier and Dr. Emmanuelle van Erck-Westergren has found that feeding horses Haygain steamed hay could reduce the incidence of IAD by 63%.
482 horses which had been referred for a regular health check, poor performance or respiratory issues, were scoped and their case history... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2017
NORTH Yorkshire-based I’Anson Brothers Ltd, well known as the driving force behind the British Horse Feeds brand has purchased shares in natural health supplements business, The Golden Paste Company (GPCo). From its distribution base in Killinghall near Harrogate, GPCo produce a range of products based on Whole Turmeric.
The business has a... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2017
The new Equitheme Padded Waistcoat is stylish, fashionable and lightweight making it an ideal garment for taking with you on any occasion or wearing day to day.
This warm yet light and sleeveless padded waistcoat also features a hood which makes it perfect for the rainy, colder weather thanks to its water-repellent... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2017
In 2015 we launched a programme to sponsor 6 female riders and we're now heading into our fourth year. We believe that our Tottie Select Girls are the future of riding and we aim to provide them with kit to ride out in and a platform to speak to thousands of... Read More
Posted: 14/09/2017
Developing Fitness in the Dressage Horse
In this issue Black Country Saddles sponsored rider, Gary Foggon provides advice on exercises to get the dressage horse fit and the schooling routines he has developed.
Gary has up to six horses on his yard at any one time so good management is vital to make... Read More
Posted: 14/09/2017
Creating History - The Society of Master Saddlers National Competition From decorative brow bands to show double bridles, a saddle safety handle and ceremonial riding bridle – the classes at the 2018 Society of Master Saddlers National Competition provide plenty of choice for wide ranging skills and creativity.
One of the... Read More
Posted: 14/09/2017
New Ramilo Riding Boot from Grubs
The new Ramilo is the perfect riding boot for year round competition training from footwear experts Grubs.
This innovative boot offers a highly flexible yet supportive upper, ideal for when in the saddle or simply working on the yard.
The Ramilo is totally waterproof, in the wettest of... Read More
Posted: 13/09/2017
Pferd Images - the home of high quality equestrian stock imagery Pferd Images is the perfect platform for all of your equestrian imagery requirements. Set up by Samantha Thompson, owner and photographer at Frog & Field Photography, the aim is to offer businesses the high quality imagery they require for their... Read More
Posted: 13/09/2017
Taking place at Birmingham’s NEC from 4th – 8th October, Horse of the Year Show is the perfect family day out for all ages offering everything from top-class competition and adrenaline thrilled displays to the interactive HOYS Live Zone and the Meet the Horses Area where spectators have the chance to... Read More
Posted: 13/09/2017
Isolation in horses is essential if there is a risk of disease spreading to other horses, humans or the environment so taking special precautions is essential. Here David Jeffreys of Stable Shield Anti-Bacterial Paint provides advice on helping to prevent the spread of disease.
There could be multiple reasons why a... Read More
Posted: 12/09/2017
Welcoming HRH The Princess Royal to Horse of the Year Show As organisers of Horse of the Year Show, Grandstand Media Ltd are delighted to announce that HRH Princess Anne will be attending Horse of the Year Show on the evening of Thursday 5th October to present the prizes to the... Read More
Posted: 12/09/2017
Nicola Naylor: Riding to the Top Nicola Naylor will this week compete in the National Dressage Championships, in Warwickshire for the first time. No stranger to dressage, having completed in para dressage championships a number of times, this is the first time that Nicola, who is registered blind, will compete in... Read More
Posted: 11/09/2017
The Horse Photographer meets the IRON DUKE
World renowned fine art photographer Matthew Seed – aka The Horse Photographer - has created a sensational piece of fine art for British independent perfume brand, BeauFort London.
This unique and dramatic artwork has been created to launch ‘Iron Duke’ which is the first of a... Read More
Posted: 11/09/2017
1st Class Images announced as the new Official Photographer for HOYS
Horse of the Year Show (HOYS), “The World’s Most Famous Horse Show”, is delighted to announce that 1st Class Images will be the new Official Photographer at this year’s show, which runs from 4th - 8th October at the NEC, Birmingham.
1st... Read More
Posted: 11/09/2017
New from Castle Horse Feeds – Smart Zero Range. A healthier way to feed your horse. Do you have a horse that suffers from a metabolic or endocrinal condition? An excitable horse that loses weight easily? Gastric Ulcers? Or maybe you’re simply a horse owner looking for a healthier way to... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2017
Harry Meade - Caviera Bedding’s latest fan
It’s with great pleasure and excitement Caviera Bedding would like to announce Harry Meade as its newest Brand Ambassador.
Photography credit: Kerstein Hoffman
Caviera Bedding prides itself on producing the highest quality rape straw and miscanthus grass horse bedding from its farm and production facilities in Yorkshire.... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2017
It’s Fun all the Way at The Liverpool International Horse Show Leaping bikes, racing Shetlands, legendary band names – where else? The Liverpool International Horse Show – Echo Arena – December 29 to 31, 2017. Liverpool is famous for hosting the most iconic steeplechase in the World at Aintree –... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2017
An Eqclusive new addition! Eqclusive sponsors Karen McConnell from KA Equestrian Eqclusive, the company dedicated to exceptional, innovative, superior products to make your equestrian life easier, is delighted to announce the sponsorship of Karen McConnell from KA Equestrian. Eqclusive is run by Marta Kotonska and is probably best known... Read More
Posted: 05/09/2017
Management of Horses at Competitions
International event riders Kevin and Emma McNab have a string of horses competing regularly which requires a lot of planning and good organisation, from deciding which classes to enter to the actual day at the competition. Here the Avant sponsored team provide advice on being prepared... Read More
Posted: 05/09/2017
No mud on me!
Wet weather can be an all-year-round problem in the UK and some horse owners may feel they spend more time brushing mud of their horses than they do riding! However, thanks to Nettex, you can significantly reduce grooming time quickly and easily by using Seven Day Mud Away.
Seven... Read More
Posted: 05/09/2017
Aztec Diamond Equestrian love stylish horses! If you like to look smart in the saddle, no doubt you’ll want your horse to look great too. Now, thanks to Aztec Diamond you can ensure you and your horse are both turned out beautifully. Brand new to the horsewear range, Aztec Diamond have... Read More
Posted: 04/09/2017
Trevor Breen claims second All England Grand Prix title at Hickstead Ireland’s Trevor Breen claimed Sunday’s All England Grand Prix at Hickstead, the feature class of the four-day national show.
Riding his wife Caroline’s mare Bombay II, Trevor set a blistering pace in the 1.40m jump-off and finish on a time of... Read More
Posted: 04/09/2017
ROLEX GRAND PRIX FROM SPRUCE MEADOWS LIVE ON HORSE & COUNTRY TV - 10 SEPTEMBER 2017
Horse & Country TV is excited to announce that it will be broadcasting the Rolex
Grand Prix at Spruce Meadows in Canada, LIVE in the UK, Ireland, Sweden and the
Netherlands on Sunday 10 September.
Spruce Meadows is one... Read More