Posted: 16/01/2017
Nettex is launching its new, vet approved V.I.P.® supplement range in Spring 2017.
V.I.P.® represents the Nettex core values of Visibility, Integrity and Performance. Nettex has developed a high quality, performance range of supplements in conjunction with an equine vet and is endorsed by world leading equestrians from a range of disciplines.
All... Read More
Posted: 16/01/2017
The finalists in the 2017 BETA Business Awards – prestigious B2B awards designed to celebrate and reward companies and individuals judged to have made a significant difference to the equestrian industry – have been revealed.
“Everyone has done incredibly well to get this far,” said BETA executive director Claire Williams. “We have... Read More
Posted: 13/01/2017
Hiho Silver’s range of shooting jewellery has increased to include a collection based around 12 bore and 20 shotgun cartridges…but not as you know them! The company has used the dimensions of standard 12 and 20 bore cartridges and created two stunning designs based on these. All... Read More
Posted: 13/01/2017
Leading global animal health and performance company, Alltech, has launched their third continuous year of support for a number of showing classes at the Hickstead Derby Meeting (22nd – 25th June). Since the very first Hickstead Derby in 1961, many of the country’s top riders and producers have competed at Hickstead... Read More
Posted: 13/01/2017
Her Royal Highness Princess Anne visited Neue Schule Group at its new North Yorkshire base on Thursday 12 January to unveil a commemorative plaque in celebration of equestrian innovation in the county.
“This unique visit by the Princess provided an insight into the innovations and activities undertaken by Neue Schule Group companies,”... Read More
Posted: 13/01/2017
This season Aztec Diamond have introduced a beautiful fitted V neck sweater to their range of fashionable equestrian clothing. This soft, high quality knit is an essential multipurpose item for your wardrobe. Being totally versatile it is perfect for layering under your show jacket to keep you warm, with a pair... Read More
Posted: 11/01/2017
The Ticketing Office for the 2017 Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials is now open for advance sales. The world’s premier Three Day Event, which runs from Wednesday 3rd May to Sunday 7th May in the Duke of Beaufort’s Gloucestershire park will for the first time offer a first prize of £100,000,... Read More
Posted: 10/01/2017
If there's only one event you attend next summer make sure it's Bolesworth International from Wednesday 14th – Sunday 18th June 2017! Following on from the huge success of last year's event, this year's promises even more. With top class competition, a host of leading international riders, a fantastic atmosphere, breath... Read More
Posted: 10/01/2017
Crosemere Hall is surrounded by the stunning Shropshire countryside and yet is not isolated, being located on the edge of the village of Cockshutt, where a warm welcome can always be found. Moving closer, you will note that the sand and rubber based Manege is floodlit and that concrete bases are... Read More
Posted: 10/01/2017
The Neue Schule Group has expanded its corporate portfolio with the launch of Avansce – an equestrian sports performance monitoring company. This new division, focusing on the development of intelligent sports training tools for equestrians, is headed by Dr Graham Cross, formerly executive technical director of Neue Schule, a producer and... Read More
Posted: 10/01/2017
Valentines for your horse;
Dengie Leisure Vits & Mins 2kg £16.89
Dengie Leisure Vits & Mins is a broad spectrum vitamin and mineral supplement formulated to meet the needs of horses and ponies at rest or in light work. Vitamins and minerals are needed for a wide variety of functions including as structural... Read More
Posted: 05/01/2017
Stay wrapped up warm and dry this winter with some fantastic new gear from Equestrian.com. Featuring brands like Woof Wear, Harry Hall and Horseware they have all the gear you need to keep the cold and wet at bay!
These Boots were made for walking.....and riding!
The Woof Wear Horizon is an all-terrain... Read More
Posted: 05/01/2017
Aztec Diamond is a brand new fashion forward equestrian brand and they are introducing their first sports bra to their ‘Essentials Range’. Many women who ride need that extra bit of support in the saddle so Aztec Diamond have designed this sports bra to keep a woman’s assets under control while... Read More
Posted: 05/01/2017
The fit of your horse or pony’s bridle is so much more than simply how it looks and there are many points to consider in order that it fits and works correctly.
Without doubt a correctly fitting bridle is essential for your horse’s comfort and performance.
Here we will explain the process that... Read More
Posted: 05/01/2017
A team that always has its finger on the pulse – the marketeers at Equestrian.com hit the spot at the Equestrian.com Liverpool International Horse Show when reaching new highs during the Grand Prix coursewalk.
Marketing Executive Victoria Ward walked the Equestrian.com Grand Prix course with BEF Performance Manager for Jumping, Di Lampard... Read More
Posted: 05/01/2017
Need a functional new bag that has handy compartments to store all your valuables? The Equit’M Backpack is a trendy new bag that makes carrying equipment hassle free.
To carry the bag with ease there are padded back and shoulder straps that can be adjusted for a comfortable fit.
A relief area is... Read More
Posted: 04/01/2017
Friday Round Up:
The remarkable pony Tixylix bowed out in trademark fashion as classes began at the equestrian.com Liverpool International Horse Show on Friday.
Tixylix was previously ridden with outstanding success by Jessica Mendoza, who has risen rapidly through the senior ranks and was travelling reserve for the Great Britain showjumping team... Read More
Posted: 04/01/2017
Michael Whitaker delivered a performance of class and panache to give a bumper crowd British success as day two of the Equestrian.com Liverpool International Horse Show ended in thrilling fashion. Michael, winner of numerous major championship medals and part of the Great Britain team at last summer's... Read More
Posted: 04/01/2017
Billy Twomey delivered another masterful display to retain his crown as Equestrian.com grand prix champion at the Liverpool International Horse Show. The Irish star once again thrived under pressure at the Echo Arena, guiding 14-year-old bay gelding Diaghilev home - as he had done 12 months ago... Read More
Posted: 04/01/2017
WHEN Ellen Chapman’s horse Sully became seriously ill she needed to find a way to control his hay intake. He had to eat very slowly, but he didn’t want to!
At a loss when he destroyed every small hole net on the market, it gave her the idea to launch a revolutionary... Read More
Posted: 04/01/2017
Having ridden big warmblood horses for many years, Gloucester-based Kate Vickery wanted to down-size and ride out with her children as they became more confident in the saddle.
With this in mind, at the end of May, Kate bought Roscoe a 148cm Connemara to produce and educate ready for her children to... Read More
Posted: 12/12/2016
Olympia, the London International Horse Show, gets underway next week (13-19 December), and once again viewers will be able to watch highlights from the competition on Horse & Country TV.
In the week running up to Christmas, H&C will be showing the FEI World Cup Driving (Tuesday 20th December at 8.30pm), FEI... Read More
Posted: 12/12/2016
British Horse Feeds is delighted to announce title sponsorship of the prestigious Red Dragon Festival of Endurance which celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2017.
Running from September 29 to October 1, 2017 the Red Dragon Festival of Endurance at the Royal Welsh Showground in Builth Wells is always a hugely popular event.
Tricia... Read More
Posted: 12/12/2016
Hiho Silver has introduced a new style of leather double wrap bracelet to its collection that is unisex in design and customisable. The bracelet is made using high quality leather selected just for Hiho, and benefits from saddle style stitching too, to echo the feel of tack.... Read More
Posted: 12/12/2016
The great and the good from the equine world headed to Hartpury on Friday (December 9th) as Olympian Carl Hester MBE officially opened the Margaret Giffen Centre for Rider Performance. The London 2012 and Rio 2016 medallist, who is also the elite dressage coach for Hartpury’s Equine Academy, was joined by... Read More
Posted: 12/12/2016
The Equestrian.com Liverpool International Horse Show is set to host the biggest and best New Year's Eve event in the city, and everyone is invited. The event takes place at The Echo Arena on Liverpool's iconic waterfront and is open to guests of all ages, so families can enjoy a rare... Read More
Posted: 08/12/2016
Simple, natural “green” horse feeds has always been the Dengie promise. Trusted for providing equines with the very best in locally grown, alfalfa based nutrition, Dengie are now delighted to be able to offer horse owners a British grown, grass product that will help to provide highly digestible, consistently clean fibre.... Read More
Posted: 08/12/2016
Discovering the WIld West from the back of a horse Keen to expand on its portfolio of authentic US ranches, Ranch Rider will be introducing Arizona’s Hideout Working Ranch in its 2017 brochure, the property situated near Portal and snuggled against the New Mexico border.
Tony Daly, Managing Director of Ranch Rider... Read More
Posted: 08/12/2016
New Stone Farm offers an exciting opportunity to create a first class equestrian establishment with consent for a 1,438 sq ft Equestrian Occupation dwelling, complemented by established equestrian facilities.
The position of the new house is shown on the site plan and will be located to the north of existing stables. The... Read More
Posted: 08/12/2016
Tickets for the Hickstead Derby Meeting (22-25 June 2017) and the Longines Royal International Horse Show (25-30 July 2017) have gone on sale in plenty of time for Christmas. Once again there are savings on offer to all those booking in advance of the shows compared to tickets... Read More
Posted: 08/12/2016
Following an 18 month consultation period with horse owners across the UK who have been rigorously field testing products on horses and ponies of all shapes and sizes, Rowen Barbary are delighted to announce the launch of three new feeds. With Chamomile Flowers, Mint and Nettle Leisure Plus is an... Read More
Posted: 07/12/2016
Want a great looking pair of competition boots but can’t afford the Italian price tag?
The Tresio Competition boot from Just Togs has designer details and great European styling for just over £100.
The Tresio ladies boot has white contrast stitching and piping on the black leather and synthetic leather upper.
Featuring a rear... Read More
Posted: 07/12/2016
Do your boots give you cold sore feet, or do they wear out and need replacing after only one season’s use? If they do, you’re not wearing Grub’s! High performance Grub’s boots are comfortable, warm, completely dry, designed to last and suitable for all day wear every day and all occasions.
1.... Read More
Posted: 07/12/2016
Chariots of Fire Equestrian Centre near Lockerbie provide carriage driving and riding lessons for people with disabilities and additional needs in partnership with the charity ‘Sports Driving Unlimited’. Their indoor school was in desperate need of an update and Martin Collins Enterprises Riding Surfaces came to the rescue supplying them with... Read More
Posted: 07/12/2016
Big names from the British showjumping scene will be getting their eye in ahead of Olympia alongside some of Hartpury’s own riding talent at this year’s Showjumping Spectacular. Starting on Friday 9th December the showjumping runs for three days in the international Hartpury Arena. The action kicks off in the afternoon... Read More
Posted: 07/12/2016
The Sore No-More® Performance range is a pleasant smelling, natural herbal liniment containing a carefully formulated mix of natural herbs including arnica, comfrey, rosemary and ginger in a base of witch hazel. It contains no chemicals or harsh ingredients, is extremely gentle to the skin and is now available to customers... Read More
Posted: 30/11/2016
The Colorado Tourism Office launched its Year of Summer Adventure campaign earlier this month, so Ranch Rider’s brochure news is well timed. The riding holiday specialist will be introducing the Elk River Guest Ranch in 2017 and the Zapata Cattle & Bison Ranch will feature a new tented camp, both... Read More
Posted: 30/11/2016
Recent research suggests that up to 58% of competition and show horses in competitive work have ulcers and up to 59% of leisure horses suffer from Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS).
While there are many possible causes, high concentrate diets and intense exercise have been identified as the trigger in many equines.... Read More
Posted: 30/11/2016
A Bristol equestrian centre has become the latest riding establishment to gain accreditation to a national scheme backed by RDA and the British Equestrian Federation.
Church Farm Equestrian and Pony Club Centre, based in Keynsham, decided to apply for Accessibility Mark accreditation to develop the long term future of the centre and... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
FOLLOWING a nationwide search and with more than 1,500 entries to choose from the winner of the TopSpec ‘Once in a Lifetime’ £5,000 sponsorship is dressage rider Amy Schiessl.
Based near Basingstoke, 21-year-old Amy has been riding from an early age and is currently competing two horses with more in the pipeline... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
TopSpec Stud Lite Feed Balancer has been designed for breeding stock that are such great-doers that they would become overweight if fed the recommended amount of a good Stud Feed Balancer. TopSpec Stud Lite Feed Balancer will not promote weight-gain when fed as part of a calories-controlled diet. It is of... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
Winter does not have to be all about dark nights and early mornings. In this issue international rider Gary Foggon of Team Black Country Saddles provides some handy hints to make good use of precious time throughout the autumn and winter. Before bringing your horse in from the field, why... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
WINNING the loan of an Avant compact tool carrier has revolutionised the way leading showjumper Phillip Miller runs his Hertfordshire-yard.
Phillip is well known for his longstanding partnership with the charismatic grey Caritiar Z on whom he won the iconic Hickstead Derby in 2013 when jumping the only clear round.
The Avant tool... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
Steve Wall from Somerset has thoroughly caught the equestrian bug thanks to the team at Urchinwood Manor based in Bristol.
Steve, who is partially sighted and has been registered blind all his life, has been riding at Urchinwood Manor for nine years after first having a go on an excursion with a... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
Avoid sore feet this winter with the new sock range from Grub’s. The innovative sporting technology will ensure your feet stay warm, dry and comfortable all day long.
Created for maximum comfort, the socks feature a cushioned loop, Super-dri™ fibres and a double-stitched toe.
Feet will stay warm and toasty with the blend... Read More
Posted: 29/11/2016
It’s a sponsored ride but not as you know it! Hartpury’s horse simulator, Margaret, will be riding through the night next week on a money-making mission for Spinal Research. Based on cutting edge flight simulator technology, Margaret is one of only 10 of her kind in the world and the only... Read More
Posted: 25/11/2016
SPILLERS® has introduced Alfalfa-Pro, a high quality conditioning alfalfa blend with oil, supporting horses prone to gastric ulceration. SPILLERS® Alfalfa-Pro is one of only four products in the UK to carry the prestigious BETA Equine Gastric Ulceration Syndrome (EGUS) Certification Mark. SPILLERS® Alfalfa-Pro is a low sugar and starch fibre and... Read More
Posted: 22/11/2016
The Horse Rider's Guide to Bras is a new information leaflet designed to help female equestrians avoid breast pain caused by riding activity. Created by BETA in conjunction with the British Equestrian Federation, this handy resource is based on a large-scale study by Dr Jenny Burbage, of the University of Portsmouth,... Read More
Posted: 21/11/2016
Hartpury has been pitching in and forking out to help a local charity change the lives of young people in Gloucester and open their eyes to a world of new opportunities. The College has for a long time worked in partnership with St James’ City Farm and Riding School – both... Read More
Posted: 21/11/2016
Ariat Berwick GTX Insulated Boots – Ladies The Berwick Lace GTX Insulated boots will help keep you on your feet this winter! 400g of cosy Thinsulate Ultra insulation keeps feet warm, meanwhile a premium waterproof full-grain leather upper and waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX membrane construction prevents the elements from getting in. ATS... Read More