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Posted: 02/10/2018
Horse owners in the UK are being invited to take part in a new project to help improve the management of the skin and flesh wounds that are a common type of emergency in horses. Researchers at the School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, University of Nottingham have teamed up... Read More
Posted: 02/10/2018
Be prepared for the colder months with the new Covalliero Active Bianca Shirt from the Autumn/Winter Collection. Every rider’s winter must have, the Bianca shirt is long sleeved, lightweight and breathable making it the perfect item for layering. The central zip creates a statement look whilst being practically efficient for temperature control. With the... Read More
Posted: 02/10/2018
In the horse world there are many guiding principles developed over many years. When it comes to saddle safety three areas to consider are regular checks to ensure correct fit, good and thorough cleaning and checks for safety and repair. When cleaning saddles and bridles this is the ideal time to check for... Read More
Posted: 02/10/2018
Fed up with being cold, wet and miserable? While we can't do anything about the winter weather but British equestrian fashion brand, Equetech can help you stay warm, stylish and just a little happier as we head into the depths of winter life with horses. The Equetech Lexi Long Packable Coat is... Read More
Posted: 02/10/2018
A prestigious new category recognising the considerable skill and knowledge held by saddlers throughout Walsall has gained its first recipient. The Society of Master Saddlers’ ‘Master Saddle Maker’ title has been awarded to longstanding industry expert, Sean Jeffs of Vale Brothers. Sean has worked for the Walsall-based business for 11 years after they... Read More
Posted: 01/10/2018
This year’s Horse of the Year Show features the sixth running of the annual Dressage Future Elite Championship. Taking place during the evening performance on Thursday 4th 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: 01/10/2018
Add a touch of style to your riding look with the Onyxx Glamour from Uvex. This child’s riding helmet offers a touch of sparkle with its fun design but essentially delivers on safety. As children grow so quickly, the three-dimensional size adjustment system ensures an excellent long-term fit. Outstanding ventilation properties and a climate... Read More
Posted: 01/10/2018
The Bucas Atlantic 200 is a middleweight, robust and durable turnout rug offering protection against the elements. The rug is made from a high quality waterproof and breathable Ballistic Nylon outer with an interlocking weave outer to combine strength and resilience. A new silky ‘Dermo-care’ lining includes wicking and ‘Stay-dry’ properties that help... Read More
Posted: 01/10/2018
KEEPING with tradition, yet providing the utmost style and sophistication – the new Cavallo Flint II Tweed Jacket will have you dressed to impress. Made from a wool, polyester and spandex mix, the jacket is designed to flatter the figure and is Dark Blue in colour with a Deep Blue check. This ladies... Read More
Posted: 01/10/2018
WITH the colder, wetter, winter months hooves can easily deteriorate and before you know it problems arise that can leave lasting damage. Veredus Winter Hoof is a grease with thyme-oil and vitamin F that has been specially developed and is particularly recommended during the coldest periods of the year. The nutritional action of... Read More
Posted: 01/10/2018
THE Veredus Carbon Gel Vento Boots by Marcus Ehning include a Tendon and Fetlock Boot, both with double ventilation. Carbon Gel Vento is the first cannon bone protector that guarantees double ventilation thanks to the latest research and technology. The heat released from the horse’s leg passes through the microperforated neoprene layer and... Read More
Posted: 01/10/2018
The Equithème Zipped Sweatshirt with hood is a comfortable and warm choice for those who love a trendy look. The front of the jacket features heat-retaining padded nylon to keep the warmth within, whilst the back and arms include the classic sweatshirt fabric for a cool look. An S-shaped fit on the... Read More
Posted: 28/09/2018
The World Equestrian Games in Tryon this month has seen 550 elite equine athletes flown in from around the world to take part, with another 270 being transported overland from within the United States. This is an incredible feat of logistics, yet it represents just a fraction of the millions of... Read More
Posted: 28/09/2018
This season Grub’s have added three new vibrant colours to their Frostline range offering you a great choice. Further to their classic colours of Black, Moss Green and Violet, there is now Fuchsia, Scarlet and Ocean to brighten up this winter. Famous for being the perfect boot to wear all day, the... Read More
Posted: 28/09/2018
Speedi-Beet from British Horse Feeds is a unique beet pulp feed which can be soaked in warm water and ready to feed in just under ten minutes. Feeding Speedi-Beet warm helps to raise the horse’s core body temperature. There's a high proportion of soluble fibre, mostly pectins in Speedi-Beet, which means its... Read More
Posted: 28/09/2018
Here Robinson Animal Healthcare catches up with their sponsored rider, double gold medal winner Sophie Wells, following a phenomenal World Equestrian Games. Golden Girl Q. Congratulations on a phenomenally successful World Equestrian Games. Two gold medals and team silver, did this surpass your expectations? A. Definitely the individual medals. The performances that managed to... Read More
Posted: 26/09/2018
In recognition of the Platinum Jubilee year, a Horse of the Year Show commemorative plate has been designed to celebrate what has made Horse of the Year Show the equestrian spectacle that it is today. It is a tribute to everyone who has supported the show over the years and continues... Read More
Posted: 26/09/2018
The Shearwater Young Horse Finals took place over the last weekend of September at the LeMieux National Dressage Championships. As always the popular classes drew big audiences to watch the top ten four, five and six year olds from around the country come forward to be judged by Ulf Möller, Maria... Read More
Posted: 24/09/2018
All horses are seen by the vet at some point, be it an emergency situation or annually for a check-up and a booster vaccination. Being prepared for the vet’s arrival will make the experience a lot easier for everyone involved, including your horse. The vet’s time is valuable but this is also... Read More
Posted: 24/09/2018
This year’s finale is the ultimate celebration of the power of the equestrian community when we all stand together in unity. It has been produced and choreographed especially for Horse of the Year Show’s 70th Anniversary celebration and will be the first time the ensemble will have performed on stage together. photo:... Read More
Posted: 20/09/2018
HorseHage dust-free bagged forage is a tried and trusted product that has been around for over 40 years. During this time it has been awarded a Royal Warrant and its stable of products has grown from the original Ryegrass HorseHage to four varieties in total, allowing all types of horses and... Read More
Posted: 19/09/2018
With winter fast approaching, wet, cold weather, long, dark nights and mud above your ankles are just around the corner. And unfortunately, where there’s mud, there’s often mud fever. When it comes to tackling mud fever, you need to know that the mode of attack you use works. So, it will... Read More
Posted: 19/09/2018
Suregrow sponsored rider Carl Hester took team Bronze at the World Equestrian Games in North Carolina, USA. The British dressage team consisting of Charlotte Dujardin, Carl Hester, Emile Faurie and Spencer Wilton, put in a great performance to take the prestigious medal. Carl competed on Lady Anne Evans, Ann Cory and his own... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2018
Great Britain's eventers claimed a golden double on an unforgettable day of action at the FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018 (WEG). Rosalind Canter not only led the British team to glory - their first world Gold medal since 2010 - but she also won the Individual title with her brilliant... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2018
Horse health leaders Haygain launch a digital calculator to help customers calculate the potential return on investment once they've had the revolutionary flooring system, ComfortStall, installed. You can try the calculator here: https://haygain.co.uk/pages/comfortstall-roi-calculator Haygain launched ComfortStall in the U.K. at the start of the year and have since gone on... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2018
Organisers of the UK’s largest indoor show, Olympia, The London International Horse Show, are delighted to announce that Karabakh riders from Azerbaijan will perform their display, ‘Land of Fire’ at the ever-popular equestrian event, taking place from 17-23 December 2018. ‘Land of Fire’ was created by the Azerbaijan Equestrian Federation to... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2018
BELLA HOLDS HER NERVE TO TRIUMPH AT SSANGYONG BLENHEIM PALACE HORSE TRIALS Young British talent Bella Innes Ker pulled off the first major victory of her career in the CCI3* class at SsangYong Blenheim Palace Horse Trials. Riding the 14-year-old mare Carolyn, who belongs to her mother, the Duchess... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2018
Society of Master Saddlers Executive Committee Member Triumphs at National Championships Well-known saddler Helen Reader was in triumphant form at this year’s British Riding Clubs NAF 5 Star National Championships. Based in Carmarthen, Helen is a Society of Master Saddlers Master Saddler & Harness Maker and Registered Qualified Saddle Fitter. She made the successful... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2018
With just weeks to go until Horse of the Year Show, the suspense has been building to find out who will be judging this year’s showing Supreme Championships ahead of the Gala Evening Finale on the Sunday evening. The Show takes place at Birmingham’s NEC Genting Arena from 3rd – 7th... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2018
THE Society of Master Saddlers’ is pleased to support the running of the SMS/BETA Introductory Saddle Fitting Course which is heading down under and will be held in New Zealand for the first time ever later this year. This major new initiative, organised and headlined by the British Equestrian Trade Association will... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2018
Following the successful introduction of the Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) Showing Wild Cards in 2015, we are thrilled to announce that this year will see a total of four wild cards awarded. The ridden showing wild cards will provide the opportunity for the winners to compete at HOYS 2018... Read More
Posted: 18/09/2018
LAURA AND LONDON MAKE THEIR MARK AT SSANGYONG BLENHEIM PALACE HORSE TRIALS Laura Collett demonstrated her good eye for a young horse when she finished first and third in the prestigious CIC3* for eight- and nine-year-old horses at the Ssangyong Blenheim Palace Horse Trials. photo: Adam Fanthorpe Previous winners of this class have... Read More
Posted: 17/09/2018
Hartpury has been officially granted university status by the government in a landmark year for the award-winning institution specialising in equine studies. Hartpury University – formerly University Centre Hartpury – will operate alongside Hartpury College on its state-of-the-art 360-hectare campus just outside Gloucester and Cheltenham. It follows the Privy Council’s decision to... Read More
Posted: 14/09/2018
Chris Taylor has been appointed as the new President of the Society of Master Saddlers. Well-known throughout the industry and with a successful career running Saddlers’ Den in Southport, Merseyside, Chris is a Master Saddler and has run the business for 22 years. Chris will work closely with the Chief Executive, Hazel Morley,... Read More
Posted: 14/09/2018
This year’s Society of Master Saddlers’ AGM took place at The Black Country Living Museum 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 the scenes look at the... Read More
Posted: 13/09/2018
On hearing the tragic news of the Mark Davies Injured Riders Fund's major loss due to the theft of their van and stock destined for Burghley Horse Trials, Horse of the Year Show has stepped in to offer the Charity a 'Money Can't Buy Experience' prize at the show with a... Read More
Posted: 11/09/2018
Equestrian jeweller Pegasus has paired up with the New Zealand company Laybuy to offer a ‘buy now, pay later’ option at checkout, so that their customers can enjoy a new jewellery purchase straight away, whilst spreading the cost over a longer period of time. There is no minimum order value, so those... Read More
Posted: 11/09/2018
Give your paddock boost this autumn with CSM from Suregrow. Did you know that 85% of grassland is definite in minerals and trace element. CSM is specially designed to solve this problem. Your horses’ health can benefit from improving the levels of minerals and element in grass. CSM contains calcified seaweed, Suregrow products... Read More
Posted: 11/09/2018
A national charity is encouraging more riding schools in the West Midlands to open their doors to more disabled people. Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) has found that over half of its groups in the UK have more demand than they can meet. There are currently 37 dedicated RDA... Read More
Posted: 11/09/2018
Cleo is now fighting fit with help from Robinson Animal Healthcare When promising home-bred dressage horse, Cleo, came in from the field on three legs, owner Lara Edwards initially thought the injury wasn’t too serious. Four-year-old Cleo had been turned out with a few other horses of a similar age at Lara’s base... Read More
Posted: 10/09/2018
Wanting to develop your saddle fitting skills or looking for a new career? The Society of Master Saddlers is holding an Introductory Course in Saddle Fitting on October 22 and 23 at Moulton College in Northamptonshire. The course will look at and explain the basic principles of the Society of Master Saddlers recommended... Read More
Posted: 10/09/2018
New from Castle Horse Feeds, Castle Treats contain mixed herbs and peppermint oil, for a taste that your horse will adore. But they’re not just tasty, they’re also high in fibre, low in sugar and contain zero molasses and zero whole grains! Research has shown that feeding your horse treats can be... Read More
Posted: 10/09/2018
Whether schooling at home or riding in the competition arena, the Uvex Exxential Riding Helmet is made to perform. This stylish riding helmet is superbly finished with a soft microfiber covering and comes in a range of chic matt colours. In-mould technology combines the highest protection whilst helping the helmet to remain... Read More
Posted: 07/09/2018
The battle for medals at the FEI World Equestrian Games has never been so hot. After a Summer of spectacular competition and with an interesting British team, our riders have landed and are ready to tackle the title. A total of 1,500 horses are set to compete over the next 2... Read More
Posted: 07/09/2018
Following a long and hot summer, crops of forage have been excellent quality this harvest but the extremely dry weather means that a lower volume has been produced in the second cuts due to the lack of grass growth. This also meant we saw horses and ponies as well as other... Read More
Posted: 07/09/2018
A Leicestershire equestrian centre has secured an accreditation to a national scheme to encourage more disabled people to take up horse riding. Thanks to its Accessibility Mark accreditation, High Cross Equestrian Centre, which can be found in the heart of the Leicestershire countryside, hopes to accommodate more disabled participants after successfully... Read More
Posted: 07/09/2018
Durham-based showjumper, Annabel Shields has shown brilliant form on the national showjumping circuit this year, becoming the only showjumper to gain eight Horse of the Year Show qualifications for 2018. Annabel will join the party at Horse of the Year Show to celebrate its 70th Anniversary as it returns to the... Read More
Posted: 06/09/2018
New research at University Centre Hartpury is raising important questions about the use of the whip in equine sports. Hartpury’s Dr Jane Williams (Head of Department for Animal and Agriculture) and Linda Greening (Head of Inclusivity) are working alongside Dr David Marlin and Dr Hayley Randle to investigate whether riders are employing... Read More
Posted: 06/09/2018
The most common piece of protective equipment that riders use on their horses is some form of protection for the lower legs. Orthopaedic problems are one of the most common reasons for a vet being called to examine or treat a horse and this does not really differ between disciplines or... Read More
Posted: 06/09/2018
The British Equestrian Federation places high priority on safeguarding and expects all staff and volunteers providing riding or horse management opportunities to have an up-to-date safeguarding training certificate. Please click here to watch Ashlee Byrne, Safeguarding Officer for the British Equestrian Federation, discussing equestrian safeguarding training with the Child... Read More
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