Posted: 08/10/2020
Whether you dread or love winter, it certainly poses its own set of challenges when owning a horse or pony. We’ve put together a few top tips to keep winter as stress free as possible when looking after your horses’ legs. Horse leg care in winter is mainly two-fold – including... Read More
Posted: 08/10/2020
I am from the North, so I guess that it is intrinsic in my bones to be forthright, upfront and say it how I see it. Not comfortable for many people, I have been known to cause upset by being honest but I truly believe that it is time for someone... Read More
Posted: 08/10/2020
Hall Farm presents a superb opportunity to purchase an attractive country property offering a very broad range of facilities which are all presented to a very high standard. The property presents a great combination of a spacious period farm house along with a range of very high quality buildings and grazing... Read More
Posted: 08/10/2020
Do the phrases ‘I don’t have enough time’, ‘I’m too busy with work’ and ‘it won’t happen to me’ sound familiar? When you’re running your own business, whether it is a small business from home or a larger enterprise, time can be precious, but spare 5 minutes to think about... Read More
Posted: 08/10/2020
In September 2020 we started our annual cycle of Degree Open Events and what’s more, our October event will be live on campus on Saturday 17 October, from 10am to 2pm in COVID-safe groups of six. The event is ticketed but completely free, so you can still come and take a... Read More
Posted: 08/10/2020
Stable Essentials
It is that time of year again when stable design, maintenance and upgrading is at the forefront ahead of bringing in the horses for the winter months. JFC Equine are proud to supply a full range of stable products including wheelbarrows, drinkers, feeders and a bio security range. All our... Read More
Posted: 08/10/2020
Horse Clinics is a unique discovery website which allows riders to find equestrian clinics, demos, lectures, and training camps to help them learn, develop their riding and achieve their goals - all currently free! This one-stop-shop allows riders to quickly and easily discover the training clinics for their chosen discipline, in... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2020
Equerry Conditioning Mash is a quick-soaking mash for horses that need to gain weight and condition. It is a ‘Non-Heating’ formula with low levels of starch and has a good level of protein for muscle development and topline.
Highly-digestible fibre sources include sugar beet; while oil and linseed promote condition and a... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2020
Keeping Condition Throughout the Winter Months
TopSpec Comprehensive Feed Balancer is a very palatable ‘Non-Heating’ pelleted feed that is formulated without cereal grains and is low in sugar and starch.
It contains many supplements combined with good quality protein to promote muscle development and topline. The supplements include a top-specification broad-spectrum supplement and... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2020
Without doubt and thankfully times have changed! Not that many years ago many riders and owners would buy a new horse and expect the tack they already had to fit, while others requested to buy the existing tack – it might fit the horse but would it help with rider... Read More
Posted: 05/10/2020
There are several factors to consider when feeding an older horse, such as his activity level, the environmental conditions, and any health concerns. Whilst he remains in good health, his diet may not need to change. However, as certain problems develop, alterations to his regime are more likely to be necessary.... Read More
Posted: 02/10/2020
Synovium Horse Health is delighted to announce the sponsorship of internationally renowned dressage superstars, the Eilberg family. Synovium Horse Health is a leading Dutch brand of veterinary horse supplements and health products, established in 2006 by Olympic team vet, Dr SHL Donker DVM, Vetmarx BV, with Clean Sport at the... Read More
Posted: 29/09/2020
The Goodbye Flys Search for a Star competition is now open for entries until 15th November. At Goodbye Flys HQ we have been thinking of the ways we can support more of you and offer us all something to look forward to with our horses. It's been an incredibly difficult few... Read More
Posted: 24/09/2020
Olympic dressage hopeful pairs with specialist equestrian construction company to design new world-class facility in the south of England
Leading under-25 dressage rider Ellie McCarthy is pairing up with world-renowned premium stabling manufacturers Röwer & Rüb (UK) Ltd to build and fit out an elite equestrian establishment in the south of England.... Read More
Posted: 24/09/2020
Wound dressings are a vital part of any first aid kit and it’s important that your kit contains the right dressings for different injuries.
Most first aid kits need products to treat minor wounds or injuries, as anything more serious will need veterinary attention.
Dressings provide a physical barrier to help keep micro-organisms... Read More
Posted: 24/09/2020
CATCH all the cross country action from this year’s Osberton International Horse Trials with live coverage on Horse & Country’s streaming service, H&C+. This year’s Osberton allows viewers to experience the nerves and adrenaline associated with such an occasion, as riders compete for the major spoils.
Held Thursday to Sunday, October 8... Read More
Posted: 17/09/2020
Major stars of the eventing world are set to head to this year’s Osberton International Horse Trials. Held for this year only at Thoresby Park, October 7 to 11, just six miles down the road from the Osberton Estate, the event has a packed timetable of top class competition over the... Read More
Posted: 17/09/2020
One of the UK’s leading providers of equine products, JFC, have secured UK and European distribution rights for the Equine industry for Zoono’s Antimicrobial Z-71 Microbe Shield product, approved by DEFRA.
With technology developed in the 1930’s, Zoono Animal Health founded in New Zealand in 2009, have worked extensively over the... Read More
Posted: 16/09/2020
There’s a real treat in store for eventing fans this weekend. Throughout Saturday and Sunday (19th and 20th) H&C+ will be live streaming the cross country and showjumping phases from the Barefoot Retreats Burnham Market International Horse Trials. Coverage will feature both the CCI 4* Long and Short, as well as... Read More
Posted: 16/09/2020
Moreton Morrell College in Warwickshire is opening its doors to prospective students in September and October, making it the only higher education institution in the region thought to be holding live open events this autumn.
The internationally-recognised countryside campus, part of WCG (formerly Warwickshire College Group) and home to its land-based courses,... Read More
Posted: 15/09/2020
Bea Blakeman has been appointed as the new President of the Society of Master Saddlers. Well-known throughout the industry Bea has a successful career running Crewe Saddlery in Cheshire and has been part of the business since leaving school in 1989. Originally set up by her parents Audrey and Howard,... Read More
Posted: 10/09/2020
Equestrian Property for Sale Wychnor, Staffordshire
£1,500,000 Wonderful Equestrian property with five bedrooms, which has undergone extensive refurbishment in recent years. Dating back to the 19th Century and offering circa 4201 sq.ft of accommodation in the main house, with character features retained and blended with contemporary style. Twichells is situated in the... Read More
Posted: 10/09/2020
University Centre Bishop Burton are putting the spotlight on welfare at their third Equine Performance Conference in July 2021. Promoting the best welfare practices within equine management and training, the Equine Performance Conference will give you the chance to learn, discuss, and to be inspired! Hosted on Saturday 17 and... Read More
Posted: 10/09/2020
If you are looking for a stable rug that fits well, keeps your horse warm and cosy and is made from high quality material, then the Core Stable Rug from Yaris Equestrian ticks all the boxes. Designed for comfort and durability, the Core Stable Rug is made from 1000 Denier Nylon... Read More
Posted: 10/09/2020
New Power Pads offer superior protection for horses of all disciplines and lifestyles, including racehorses. The traditional style of Power Pads mean they are fully reversible and can be used any way round without the need for girth straps, providing a completely fuss free saddle pad.
Manufactured in the UK by Yaris... Read More
Posted: 10/09/2020
Equine Productions has today, Thursday 10th September, announced the production of a powerful short film, The Fall, that will focus on the mental health of jockeys and aims to raise the awareness of mental health within the sport of horseracing.
Great British Racing is proud to support the promotion of the The... Read More
Posted: 10/09/2020
In a change to the scheduled location, the 2020 British Eventing Five-Year-Old Championship will now take place at Oasby (2) Horse Trials (24-25 October 2020). The class, run at BE100 level, is part of the British Eventing National Championships which also encompasses championship classes for six- and seven-year-olds. Due to COVID-19... Read More
Posted: 10/09/2020
We were lucky enough to receive a screening of this film. It didn't disappoint! Watching with 2 horsemad children we laughed, and cried our way through this inspiring story to be left with only one thing to do....watch it again! Absolutely loved it 5 Stars! Robin Finlay Director, The Equestrian... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2020
Innovative footwear label, Grub’s Boots has launched the new Tideline™ an ultra-lightweight ladies boot whether out walking in the woods or simply wanting to keep your feet warm and dry out in the park.
The shorter length of the Tideline™ makes them super easy to pull on whatever the occasion, from rushing... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2020
Here at The Centreline, we are all about improvements in the comfort and performance of your horse. We are constantly looking to provide innovative, game changing solutions to ongoing challenges.
The GIRTH has not really changed in many hundreds of years, its main function and associated design has always been about simply... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2020
You can always guarantee when you want to clip your horse it will be on a windy day and there is nothing worse than horsehair penetrating your clothes especially if you have not dressed appropriately. If you have no choice and all your wearing is a fleece jumper, make sure the... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2020
The choice of forage you buy for your horse or pony should be the most important feed decision you make, as 70 - 100% of the equine diet should be provided by forage. Choosing HorseHage will allow you to feed with confidence.
Hay can often contain dust and mould spores and soaking... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2020
We’re absolutely delighted to be partnered with the Farm Business Innovation Show and would like to offer all of our members complimentary tickets to attend the show. This is the UK’s most innovative event for any forward-thinking farmer, country house or landowner, who is looking to diversify into the lucrative leisure... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2020
Why is it so important to level and maintain your horse arena correctly? Arena maintenance is very important. A riding school is quite often the biggest individual investment a horse owner, equestrian livery or stud yard will ever make, so it is vitally important to maintain it properly, otherwise, this could... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2020
"Respiratory health is essential to performance," stresses Dr. Emmanuelle Van Erck Westergren of a key focus at her Equine Sports Medicine Practice in Waterloo, Belgium. The prominent veterinarian and thought leader spent 15 years engaged in equine health from a University-based perspective. She then left academia to apply that knowledge in... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2020
Are you ready for the new microchipping rules? From 1st October 2020 all horses and donkeys in England must be chipped and registered by law, regardless of their age. Equines in Wales must be microchipped by 12th February 2021 and in Scotland by 28th March 2021.
Redwings’ Head of Veterinary Care, Nicky... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2020
The majority of our horse insurance team here at SEIB own and ride horses themselves and therefore have a true understanding of what makes a good livery yard and how much work goes into making one successful.
Running a livery yard can be extremely challenging, with a lot of responsibility for both... Read More
Posted: 08/09/2020
Bioactive Collagen Peptides (BCP®) Collagen is the primary protein structure that makes up the connective tissues throughout the horse’s body, which includes cartilage, tendons, ligaments, bones, and skin. Collagen peptides stimulate the production of complex molecules in cartilage tissue and reduce degenerative processes.
BCP® is composed of specific, highly purified hydrolysed collagen... Read More
Posted: 03/09/2020
Here the team at The Society of Master Saddlers look at the different types of reins on the market and what is available today.
We all have our favourites!
Some riders prefer full rubber reins, others half rubber, some plaited and in the showing world it has to be leather!
Whatever your preferred choice,... Read More
Posted: 03/09/2020
Horse & Country (H&C), the leading international equestrian sports network, is pleased to announce a new partnership with the United States Equestrian Federation (US Equestrian), the national governing body for equestrian sport in the US. The two organisations have agreed a multi-faceted marketing and cross-promotional alliance and will also work together... Read More
Posted: 20/08/2020
Horse & Country, the leading international equestrian sports network, is pleased to announce the launch of a new feature to enable riders and owners to purchase a clip of their competition round.
Launched to coincide with the NAF Five Star Winter Dressage Championships, currently underway at Hartpury College, the new feature allows... Read More
Posted: 20/08/2020
Judy Harvey and her bright prospect SP Bento came out on top in the Equi-Trek Elementary Gold with a cracking score of 72.24% at the NAF Five Star Winter Dressage Championships at Hartpury. The talented, Brightwells Sales graduate showed super balance, temperament and scope and Judy is... Read More
Posted: 19/08/2020
Hot on the heels of their FastAid Hand Disinfectant Spray, Robinson Healthcare has launched another great product to join the FastAid family.
FastAid Disinfectant Wipes come in hygienic single use packaging and complete the range of products from Robinson Healthcare that helps to keep hands and surfaces contamination free.
Containing 70% Isopropyl Alcohol,... Read More
Posted: 19/08/2020
Joint Winners Secure Equi-Trek Elementary Silver Title at NAF Five Star Winter Dressage Championships
It was a battle royal for two riders for the Equi-Trek Elementary Silver title at the prestigious NAF Five Star Winter Dressage Championships but after two polished tests, there was nothing to separate Chelsea Tolhurst from Kent and... Read More
Posted: 19/08/2020
We all love gazing longingly at our dream homes with rows of beautiful stables, acres of rolling green pastures dotted with shiny horses grazing in the sunshine… but there is a lot to consider when purchasing an equestrian property so we have put together some key areas that you should consider... Read More
Posted: 18/08/2020
Want to be a Part of this Autumn’s Osberton International Horse Trials?
Why not end the 2020 eventing season on a high by supporting this autumn’s premier three-day-event, Osberton International Horse Trials?
In a year when getting brands and products in front of event riders and supporters has proven somewhat frustrating, sponsorship at... Read More
Posted: 18/08/2020
Horse & Country Live Stream from the British Show Horse Association Autumn Showing Gala
Live stream showing coverage on Horse & Country goes from strength to strength with more planned at the British Show Horse Association Autumn Showing Gala.
Held at Arena UK, September 12 and 13 the event is set to attract... Read More
Posted: 18/08/2020
Research reinforces benefits of equine-assisted therapy for children A Hartpury University postgraduate research project carried out jointly with Sirona Therapeutic Horsemanship (STH) has underlined the benefits of equine-assisted therapy and learning for children and young adults. MSc Equine Science student Cherith Wilson collaborated on the new study with Devon-based... Read More
Posted: 18/08/2020
A treat for eventing fans with live streams on H&C+ from three major events There’s a real treat in store for eventing fans over the coming weeks as the sporting calendar comes back to life after lockdown. Horse & Country’s streaming service, H&C+, will have exclusive live coverage from three... Read More
Posted: 17/08/2020
Equi-Trek, the largest producers of horseboxes and trailers in the UK is delighted to welcome leading, international showjumper, William Whitaker to their team of sponsored riders.
William grew up as part of the famous Whitaker showjumping dynasty and joins uncle as a fellow Equi-Trek ambassador.
Known throughout the world for his stylish riding... Read More