Posted: 01/03/2017
The Racehorse Sanctuary and Re-homing Centre, a charity dedicated to improving the lives of thoroughbred horses (Reg Charity No. 1117361) and established for over 10 years, is thrilled to announce the pledge of a major grant from The Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust. The grant will allow the planned development of... Read More
Posted: 01/03/2017
Fancy a new pair of comfy and trendy breeches? The Equi-Thème Comète breeches could be the addition you are looking for. They are straight cut breeches made from 95% cotton and 5% elastane for a luxurious fit and feature plenty of pockets, including rider pockets at the front and flat pockets... Read More
Posted: 01/03/2017
IT is well documented that some dressage horses spend up to 23 hours a day in their stable!
Dressage is a highly skilled form of riding and as a discipline is one of those sports where a spectacular routine from horse and rider is required
Keeping the dressage horse fit and healthy is... Read More
Posted: 01/03/2017
Wellow Trekking Centre based in Bath, Somerset, is holding a special event in support of Disabled Access Day. Accessibility Mark has joined forces with Disabled Access Day to encourage more disabled people to consider taking part in horse riding activities and learn about the benefits of spending time with horses.
Taking place... Read More
Posted: 01/03/2017
Horse bit experts Neue Schule, renowned for innovative designs and high quality manufacture, have applied their expertise to create a range of elegant, superior comfort spurs. The range of ‘SpurSMART’ spurs have been made from high grade steel using a single mold, making them durable yet flexible and ensuring a smooth... Read More
Posted: 01/03/2017
There’s no need to hunt down that perfect Easter break, as Ranch Rider has an ‘eggcellent’ saving of £1,272 for a family of four booking a ten night stay at British Columbia’s Sundance Guest Ranch. Located in Ashcroft, one of the sunniest spots in the province, your brood can... Read More
Posted: 24/02/2017
Two Hartpury students recently returned from a successful trip to Norway having both secured podium places in the 2017 Equestrian Educational Network student competition. Degree students Sophie Hulme and Kirsten Wing, alongside Hartpury University Centre’s Senior Lecturer and equestrian coach Victoria Lewis, all came home with medals after heading to Norsk... Read More
Posted: 24/02/2017
Lauren Robertson’s young middleweight show hunter, Solomon, was progressing well in his showing career, having qualified for the Royal International Horse Show in both Open and Amateur Hunter classes last year.
However, even though he looked well she felt he was missing a bit of extra topline – as well as the... Read More
Posted: 24/02/2017
Australian-born newlyweds, Kevin and Emma McNab, have recently signed a sponsorship deal with Avant. Kevin and Emma go from strength to strength in their eventing careers and a new prestigious sponsor such as Avant is exactly what the couple want to support their ongoing success.
They both recognise sponsorship agreements as long... Read More
Posted: 23/02/2017
From an early age horse lover Karen Morris was determined to become a successful show jumper. However, serious injury prevented her dreams from coming true but thanks to her dedication and courage to succeed this led her to take up the sport of scurry driving instead. Having had a few successes... Read More
Posted: 21/02/2017
The region’s most significant and influential equine event, Dubai International Horse Fair, will return for its 13th edition from March 16 to 18 at Dubai World Trade Center The event is co-located with the 14th edition of the world-acclaimed Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The 13th Dubai... Read More
Posted: 21/02/2017
Lara Dyson and the talented Jazzed up enjoyed a phenomenal three days at the Winter Regional Championships, held at Bishop Burton, securing three regional titles.
The pair was on fire to come out on top in the Medium Gold, Medium Freestyle Gold, and Elementary Gold, with Gary Foggon riding Gypsy Fortune standing... Read More
Posted: 21/02/2017
THERE was much to celebrate for Derbyshire-based international rider Gary Foggon recently when he qualified for no less than four finals at the British Dressage Winter Championships The Black Country Saddles team rider was in fantastic form at the Winter Regional Championships at Bishop Burton College with his two rides Gypsy... Read More
Posted: 21/02/2017
HRH The Princess Royal was the guest of honour at this year’s prestigious Society of Master Saddlers’ National Saddlery Competition awards at Saddlers’ Hall, London.
As Master of the Worshipful Company of Saddlers, HRH The Princess Royal presented awards to the successful apprentices currently undertaking the Millennium Apprenticeship Scheme, those who had... Read More
Posted: 21/02/2017
This year’s Society of Master Saddlers’ National Saddlery Competition saw a prestigious Fellowship awarded to one of the leading figures in the industry.
Held at Saddlers’ Hall in London and supported by The Worshipful Company of Saddlers, the event provided the ideal occasion to present Laurence Pearman with his Fellowship and this... Read More
Posted: 21/02/2017
Local equitation centre, Wrea Green is holding a special event to mark Disabled Access Day.
Accessibility Mark has joined forces with Disabled Access Day to encourage more disabled people to consider taking part in horse riding activities and learn about the benefits of spending time with horses.
Taking place from 10th-12th March 2017,... Read More
Posted: 21/02/2017
Saddles Riding School, based in Bexley, Kent, is holding a special event in support of Disabled Access Day.
Accessibility Mark has joined forces with Disabled Access Day to encourage more disabled people to consider taking part in horse riding activities and learn about the benefits of spending time with horses.
Taking place from... Read More
Posted: 21/02/2017
The Equi-Thème Riding Clubs Intermediate Winter Championship qualifiers are proving hugely popular and there is a real buzz of excitement now that the finals are just around the corner.
Held at Bury Farm Equestrian Village in Bedfordshire, April 28 to 30 the event is not to missed.
Across the country both dressage and... Read More
Posted: 21/02/2017
Leading showjumper Phillip Miller is renowned nationally for numerous championships wins. With many top horses on the yard, Phillip works hard to keep them all fighting fit and ready to compete.
Based at the Hertfordshire yard, Greenacres Equestrian, Phillip started riding as a child, and despite coming from a non-horsey background he... Read More
Posted: 21/02/2017
Leading competition venue Keysoe Equestrian Centre and Martin Collins Enterprises are delighted to announce their partnership for the forthcoming competition seasons. Martin Collins Enterprises are now the official surface supplier for Keysoe. Keysoe in Bedfordshire have invested heavily into their facilities over recent months and upgraded each of their arenas... Read More
Posted: 21/02/2017
Team TopSpec riders have been in fantastic form in the dressage arena with wins and qualification for the Winter Championships in April. Victoria Maw and her chestnut gelding, Bon Rouge took the Prix St George Gold Freestyle at the Bishop Burton Winter Regional Championships after a superb effort.
Said Victoria: “I am... Read More
Posted: 16/02/2017
Following the 2016 launch of the hit show Blue Chip All Star Academy, Horse & Country TV is delighted to announce the programme will be returning to the channel for a second series. Billed as a mixture between The Apprentice and Pony Club camp, the Blue Chip All Star Academy series... Read More
Posted: 14/02/2017
Leading supplement manufacturer, Hilton Herbs, has recently unveiled four responsive e-commerce websites for each of its key markets, the UK, USA, France, and Germany. www.hiltonherbs.com
The new websites are designed to be totally user-friendly and responsive on all commonly used mobile devices, such as tablets or smartphones. New features include a... Read More
Posted: 14/02/2017
When Simon Dyson purchased Trigger just over a year ago, he was originally for his wife to hack out with their children. As an accomplished rider Simon competed in eventing for many years but now enjoys hacking and a few days out hunting.
At 20-years-old, Trigger joined the family yard based in... Read More
Posted: 09/02/2017
Are you looking for a comfortable, warm and hardwearing boot that will add a bit of style to your life this spring? Look no further, the new Highline boots from Grub’s. The new Highline boots are designed with a traditional profile to look the part this season, whilst offering superior comfort,... Read More
Posted: 09/02/2017
The Hampden is a ladies’ sleeveless buttoned front show shirt. It is made from stretch cotton with diamante buttons on the collar and horse embroidery on the chest. 98% cotton 2% spandex. Colour: White Sizes available: 10 – 16 Priced at £29.49 Mark Todd Coolmax Grip Breeches Made from Coolmax fabric... Read More
Posted: 09/02/2017
The new EQUIT’M Headcollar is made from tough, densely woven nylon. It has a shimmering effect and a soft anti-chafing feel. It offers an adjustable headpiece, noseband with buckles, and quick release throatlatch with snap.
The anti-chafing lining is made from synthetic nubuck with nice nickel plated metal buckles.
Available in Navy/Burgundy. Sizes:... Read More
Posted: 09/02/2017
The first in a series of charity events run by Hartpury's equine students kicked off with a combined training and jumping competition. Dozens of equine students from the Level 3 Extended Diploma Horse Management (Business) course got stuck in to organise and run their own event this week. The show, which... Read More
Posted: 08/02/2017
Lasers are now big news in equine veterinary circles. "And about time too!" - according to Jessica Nelson of Omega Laser Systems Ltd, the UK's longest established manufacturer of laser phototherapy equipment. She explains that "the healing optimisation and pain-relief laser therapy can deliver has no adverse side-effects, is... Read More
Posted: 07/02/2017
Car owners have never had it easier when it comes to selling their motors, whether it’s in the local paper, online auction sites, or with a dealership. It’s a rarity, then, to hear of a car being donated for free but that’s exactly what happened on a wet January morning this... Read More
Posted: 07/02/2017
- U.S. Eventing Team rider Boyd Martin creates history by securing third consecutive title at the Land Rover Wellington Eventing Showcase
(WELLINGTON, FLORIDA) – February 4, 2017 – Defending champion, Boyd Martin riding Welcome Shadow, clinched a superb victory to secure a historic third consecutive title with a score of 27.9 in... Read More
Posted: 07/02/2017
England will face a team from the Commonwealth as they bid to win the Bryan Morrison Trophy, the Arena Polo International Test Match at Hickstead, for the third year in a row.
Credit: Images of polo
The two teams are due to clash at the All England Polo Club on Saturday 4 March,... Read More
Posted: 07/02/2017
The Smartbunker from Greenans Products Ltd is a new style of animal feed storage container that just makes sense! We are giving away a Smart Bunker this month! Details on how to enter can be found below.
Traditionally, feed stored within containers is accessed via a lid, meaning the feed closest... Read More
Posted: 03/02/2017
Star of Horse & Country TV Jenny Rudall caught up with The Equestrian Index at last years Farm Business Innovation show at the NEC. A diverse exhibition for rural innovation and diversification is increasing it's offering to include the equestrian sector. In this interview, Jenny chats to Robin Finlay from... Read More
Posted: 02/02/2017
Let the Middle East’s leading equestrian event carry you towards an expanded business network and increased brand awareness On the 16th of March, the Dubai International Horse Fair will return for its 13th edition at the Dubai World Trade Centre to welcome the world’s equestrian elite for 3 days of networking... Read More
Posted: 01/02/2017
Horse owners that have equines susceptible to laminitis will already be monitoring their turnout well before spring has sprung! Mild, wet winters mean that the grass will have been growing in the winter months too so there will already be plenty of it! Prevention is certainly better than cure when it... Read More
Posted: 31/01/2017
Subscription boxes…..
You can sign up to receive just about anything in a box every month from Gin to Bird seed. But we aren’t interested in that – well, maybe the Gin one…..
We are Horse People! We want a goody box full of fabulous products from the companies that bring us... Read More
Posted: 31/01/2017
TopSpec UlsaKind Cubes are formulated to be highly sympathetic to the equine digestive system, even when it is compromised by extreme acidity. The formula is very low in starch (UltraLowStarchAnalysis) and sugar and high in fibre but still has a conditioning index of 12MJ/kg making these cubes both ‘Non-Heating’ and conditioning.... Read More
Posted: 31/01/2017
DESPITE his 29-years of age, former top event horse Dougie was still stressing as if he was heading to Badminton Horse Trials.
A previous ride of Bill Levett when known as In The Black II, Dougie was the first horse the Australian event rider took round the prestigious Gloucestershire event where he... Read More
Posted: 30/01/2017
Degree student Jessica Parsons will have the opportunity to learn from the best after winning an exciting mentorship with a Great Britain Paralympian. Jess, who is in the second year of her Equine Business Management degree at Hartpury, will be working with Natasha Baker, MBE – the Para Dressage rider... Read More
Posted: 30/01/2017
THIS year’s BETA International saw young and talented apprentices and trainees competing for the top awards in the Society of Master Saddlers’ competitions throughout the three days. Always a major feature of BETA International, the competitions draw a lot of interest, with visitors able to see quality craftsmanship in the making... Read More
Posted: 30/01/2017
Barguse Riding Centre based in Lockengate, Cornwall, was established by Lisa Todd and her husband Alistair in 2007. After running a livery yard for many years, training and schooling clients’ horses and teaching in her spare time, Lisa decided to set up her own riding school with the aim of helping... Read More
Posted: 30/01/2017
2016 is a year Jamie Williams will never forget as he represented Team GBR for the first time in Carriage Driving.
Based in Hastings, Jamie broke his back 10 years ago, which resulted in him being left paralysed from the waist down. Not letting this get in his way, Jamie’s hard work,... Read More
Posted: 26/01/2017
Introducing ‘Zorro’ the latest equestrian artistic alchemy by world renowned fine art photographer Matthew Seed - The Horse Photographer. This latest piece of fine art showcases Zorro a 4 year old black stallion owned by Jennifer Whittaker and standing at stud at White Hill Stud, a purpose built facility in the... Read More
Posted: 25/01/2017
Europe’s largest equine education centre will lend its world-class facilities to British Showjumping after being selected as the group’s Regional Training Venue for the South West. Throughout the year, various training courses will be held at Hartpury, which will include coaching, coach training, UKCC courses and assessments, CPD workshops, officials... Read More
Posted: 25/01/2017
Do you have the next Valegro in your yard or do you ride like Charlotte Dujardin?
If so the team at Trickle Net – the ultimate slow feeder net – want to hear from you!
The Lincolnshire-based business is looking for a future dressage superstar to support throughout 2017.
The lucky sponsored rider will... Read More
Posted: 25/01/2017
On Wednesday 1 February, tickets go on sale for the event which marks the start of London’s summer social season, Chestertons Polo in the Park, taking place on 9, 10, & 11 June 2017 at Hurlingham Park, Fulham. There will also be a limited number of Super Early Bird tickets on... Read More
Posted: 20/01/2017
Effective, fast-acting and convenient; Animalife’s Vetrofen Intense 3.5g sachets are back, new and improved and will hit the shelves in Animalife-accredited stockists from early February 2017. Your first choice for keeping your horse sound, supple, happy and active, Vetrofen has a quick and long-lasting effect like no other. It has been... Read More
Posted: 19/01/2017
A local business is benefitting from the clipping skills of our equine students’ as the horsehair is used for a historical plastering technique. The yard has been buzzing over the winter as students and staff have been busy clipping over 50 horses with all the excess hair bagged up and given... Read More
Posted: 18/01/2017
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal opened East Durham College’s redeveloped Houghall Campus, Durham, during a visit on Friday 13th January 2017.
The region’s leading land-based College recently underwent an exciting £12.75 million redevelopment as part of its plans to fully modernise the entire site, which originally opened in 1938. After a... Read More