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Research finds UK is ‘failing donkeys’ as families urged to consider welfare before they take beach rides

23h ago·1 min read·73 words

‘I’ve been warned never to discuss this, but here goes,’ says Pammy Hutton as she tackles a taboo topic

1d ago·1 min read·109 words

Improve your horse’s bend in walk with this simple polework exercise

1d ago·1 min read·77 words

Understanding the equine breeding season and your mare’s oestrus cycle

1d ago·1 min read·78 words

Planning and communication key for equestrians navigating new inheritance tax rules

1d ago·1 min read·69 words

Dressage ‘can be saved’ – if we acknowledge the issues and work to fix them

1d ago·1 min read·77 words

New study identifies the challenges and support for returning to riding after childbirth

2d ago·1 min read·96 words

Refine your centre lines using just two poles and two cones

2d ago·1 min read·75 words

Pony Club riders need ‘dedication, teamwork and talent’ to claim new spot at HOYS

2d ago·1 min read·70 words

Sir Ben Wallace warns the Government: ‘Don’t pick a fight with the countryside’

2d ago·1 min read·104 words

A tough goodbye to Pippa Funnell’s five-star and championship horse who ‘brought so much joy’

2d ago·1 min read·92 words

‘Numbers will drop more if we don’t act’: top eventer’s suggestion to boost Badminton and Burghley entries

2d ago·1 min read·105 words

‘He would fill a room with laughter and joy’: farewell to long-standing supporter of equestrian community

3d ago·1 min read·72 words

Use this 10m loop exercise to build your horse’s strength, balance and suppleness – and test your aids

3d ago·1 min read·101 words

Farrier jailed for serious sexual offences is struck off to protect women and girls

3d ago·1 min read·70 words

Kindness, education and positive role models key to thoroughbreds’ life-long wellbeing

3d ago·1 min read·69 words

‘My career would be completely different if it wasn’t for her’: farewell to London 2012 Olympic horse aged 23

4d ago·1 min read·82 words

Calling new riders: H&H would like your help in making the horse world a better place

4d ago·1 min read·79 words

Who is lining up for Derby glory in the 2026 Classic race at Epsom?

4d ago·1 min read·81 words

‘Loved till your last breath’: farewell to top grand prix horse aged 15 following accident

4d ago·1 min read·155 words

‘Being able to access shows like Royal Windsor from another route is a godsend,’ says British showjumper Adrian Whiteway

4d ago·1 min read·149 words

How to watch CHIO Aachen live from anywhere in the world

4d ago·1 min read·75 words

‘A very delicate rescue’ of pony found completely stuck inside tractor tyre

5d ago·1 min read·68 words

Debate over new format for HOYS championship: ‘things have to evolve’

5d ago·1 min read·77 words

Your complete guide to the Royal Ascot enclosures and what to expect in each

5d ago·1 min read·71 words

‘A good thing’: major rule change for World Championships for young horses welcomed

5d ago·1 min read·69 words

‘There’s always someone to listen’: trainer takes on epic challenge for rider who died aged 20

5d ago·1 min read·72 words

Can history repeat itself? Ros Canter and Izilot DHI set to defend Luhmühlen CCI5* title

5d ago·1 min read·101 words

8 of the best lightweight riding jackets in a range of styles

6d ago·1 min read·74 words

How to ride accurate circles for higher marks – with advice from self-confessed ‘circles geek’ Becky Moody

6d ago·1 min read·113 words

‘A real love for his horses’: first rider benefits from foundation set up in Georgie Campbell’s memory

6d ago·1 min read·73 words

‘Mrs Reliable’ and a debutant combination come to the fore in the 2026 Royal Windsor Arab and part-bred ranks

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‘She's just been a star for the yard’: decorated mare is crowned 2026 Royal Windsor show hunter pony champion

6d ago·1 min read·88 words

‘She believes she’s the best’: hunter type crowned intermediate champion at 2026 Royal Windsor

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‘We thought we were going to have to have him put down’: much loved 20-year-old bounces back to lead Shetland one-two in 2026 Royal Windsor senior ridden championship

6d ago·1 min read·95 words

‘She made the world a better place’: farewell to 24-year-old King’s Troop soldier with ‘a natural affinity for horses’

May 18·1 min read·75 words

Rising equine flu cases lead to special measures at Royal Ascot

May 18·1 min read·78 words

‘Her and Dad are reunited’: minute’s silence held for Beryl McCain – as son Donald records 250th course winner

May 18·1 min read·88 words

Avoid a fashion faux pas at Royal Ascot with the full 2026 dress code for every enclosure

May 18·1 min read·90 words

Are these your saddles? Police keen to find rightful owners after two men arrested

May 18·1 min read·70 words

Best men’s gilets for stylish country layering

May 18·1 min read·33 words

Family team claims supreme spot at the Fell Pony Society’s 2026 Stallion and Colt Show – and a mare takes the golden HOYS ticket

May 18·1 min read·86 words

Could LeMieux’s new grazing muzzle help make tackling equine obesity cool?

May 18·1 min read·78 words

Luxembourg rider beats the Brits in Royal Windsor grand prix: ‘I was lucky my plan paid off’

May 18·1 min read·112 words

‘Like he’s been here all his life’: tiny rider takes second Royal Windsor title, with four-year-old pony

May 17·1 min read·84 words

‘He’s super cheeky, but in all the best ways’: cute duo freshly off the lead are Windsor mini champions

May 17·1 min read·85 words

‘He just lives to jump’: 25-year-old former worker lands Windsor in-hand tricolour on his first attempt

May 17·1 min read·82 words

‘This has to be the most special’: history is made as combination clinch Royal Windsor show pony crown yet again

May 17·1 min read·112 words

‘Knight in shining armour’ trucker comes to the rescue of stranded rider on main road

May 17·1 min read·71 words

‘He’s a dream – a true kid’s pony’: Welsh pony and 10-year-old rider take Windsor title

May 17·1 min read·86 words

‘It’s taken me a long time, but it’s all worth it’: runaway success for teenage rider at Windsor

May 17·1 min read·90 words

‘He just ate the course up’: rider takes Royal Windsor win after 15 years of trying

May 17·1 min read·86 words

‘I knew he would look after me’: decorated flat pony proves his mettle, and lands Windsor working hunter title

May 17·1 min read·90 words

How safe are ‘safety stirrups’? Why work must start on a standard

May 17·1 min read·80 words

‘He's just phenomenal’: six-year-old delights for small hunter spoils at Royal Windsor 2026

May 17·1 min read·80 words

‘He’s push button’: horse of a lifetime lands ladies’ hunter spoils at Royal Windsor 2026

May 17·1 min read·82 words

‘I was the substitute’: Mum takes the reins on British rare breed to win at Royal Windsor

May 17·1 min read·88 words

‘She’s not put a foot wrong all day’: versatile mare claims 2026 Royal Windsor amateur hunter championship

May 17·1 min read·82 words

‘There’s still so much more to come’: five-year-old claims the prestigious Royal Windsor novice hunter championship

May 16·1 min read·76 words

‘This is the icing on the cake’: versatile New Forest gelding takes Royal Windsor M&M ridden title

May 16·1 min read·86 words

‘We’ve never won a championship quite as big as this’: Fell stallion lands Royal Windsor M&M in-hand championship

May 16·1 min read·99 words

British showjumpers produce a two-day clean sweep at Royal Windsor Horse Show

May 16·1 min read·107 words

Concern for rare equine breed’s future as numbers decline – but signs of hope elsewhere

May 16·1 min read·81 words

‘It was lovely to go one better’: former bridesmaid crowned Royal Windsor riding horse champion

May 16·1 min read·83 words

‘We’ve grown up together through the good, bad and ugly’: amateur beats the pros to stand hack champion at Royal Windsor

May 16·1 min read·96 words

Police appeal following death of King’s Troop soldier at Royal Windsor Horse Show

May 16·1 min read·113 words

Ban on unregulated road pony racing to address ‘long-standing and dangerous issue’

May 16·1 min read·73 words

‘Will rising costs force showing competitors to stay closer to home?’ asks Stuart Hollings

May 16·1 min read·101 words

‘The horse has always known’: how rider personality influences horse-centred training

May 15·1 min read·78 words

‘It was more special than it has ever been’: producer clocks third consecutive cob title at Royal Windsor

May 15·1 min read·86 words

‘We had to go to Plan B’: decorated worker lands Royal Windsor hunter championship

May 15·1 min read·79 words

‘He’ll go out tomorrow for the summer’: low mileage three-year-old colt takes Royal Windsor coloured in-hand spoils

May 15·1 min read·82 words

Outcry over World Championships promo video: ‘big dreams deserve better than AI’

May 15·1 min read·68 words

A Who’s Who of Whitakers: how well do you know the famous family of showjumpers?

May 15·1 min read·79 words

‘It’s extra special to win it here’: multi-garlanded mare adds another title at Royal Windsor to her impressive tally

May 15·1 min read·83 words

‘It’s still an honour to ride for the royal family’: producer pilots The King’s horse to Royal Windsor ridden RoR championship

May 15·1 min read·84 words

‘We thought he’d broken his leg’: emotional Royal Windsor working hunter championship for gelding bouncing back from injury

May 15·1 min read·85 words

‘I’m sure she’s up there watching’: horse bred by The late Queen and owned by Queen Camilla wins at Windsor

May 14·1 min read·95 words

Don’t forget this key ingredient in a stress-free show day

May 14·1 min read·66 words

New enhanced veterinary suite to pop up at horse trials in 2026

May 14·1 min read·68 words

14 pairs of reins to suit riders across the levels and disciplines

May 14·1 min read·68 words

Man caught on video dragging young horse behind vehicle used method to ‘break in ponies‘

May 14·1 min read·71 words

‘Badminton course designer Eric Winter will be pleased with his statistics, but he didn’t help British selectors,’ says Mark Phillips

May 14·1 min read·133 words

Have you got your Royal Ascot tickets? Here’s what you need to know

May 14·1 min read·75 words

Top horse withdrawn from Royal Ascot after freak stingray attack

May 13·1 min read·10 words

How to watch Royal Windsor Horse Show live from anywhere in the world

May 13·1 min read·13 words

Olympic rider pays tribute to former top ride and London 2012 horse

May 13·1 min read·12 words

‘The prominence it deserves’: major format change for British open championship

May 13·1 min read·11 words

‘I strongly dislike seeing fat horses’: Royal Windsor judge shares his ‘pet hates’ and tips for first-timers

May 13·1 min read·17 words

Is your horse trying to tell you something?

May 13·1 min read·8 words

Badminton prizes: more accolades for Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo plus best mare, best local rider and more

May 13·1 min read·18 words

‘We want people to make decisions based on the right information’: colic misconceptions influencing owners' approach

May 12·1 min read·16 words

‘This is for everyone’: making small changes to benefit your horse and your bank balance

May 12·1 min read·15 words

How to watch Jilly Cooper’s Rivals season 2 on TV from locations around the world

May 12·1 min read·15 words

‘We didn’t know if he would make it’: foal left to die at a day old beats the odds to survive

May 12·1 min read·21 words

How soon can you ride after giving birth? Experts and top equestrians share their advice

May 12·1 min read·15 words

From the teeniest tiny tots to the impressive intermediates: meet 17 champions from the 2026 BSPS Winter Championships

May 12·1 min read·18 words

‘Ready to show everyone what she’s capable of’: exciting mare delights proud connections and King Edward makes long-awaited 5* comeback

May 11·1 min read·20 words

Horse owners warned vigilance and vaccination key as equine flu cases continue to rise

May 11·1 min read·14 words

‘Part of the family to the end’: farewell to Grand National winner who made dreams come true

May 11·1 min read·17 words

‘A well thought out show is a big tick’: Royal Windsor show pony judge Gina Kobbe reveals what she wants to see

May 11·1 min read·22 words

Royal Windsor showjumping entries produce a line-up fit for a king

May 11·1 min read·11 words

‘We’ve some of the best riders in the world, but we can’t rely on Ben, Scott and Harry forever’: Tim Gredley discusses the future of British showjumping

May 11·1 min read·27 words

Badminton Horse Trials 2026 results: Ros Canter tops the leaderboard and sets a new record

May 10·1 min read·15 words

Harry Meade secures third at Badminton with special mare: ‘She jumped out of her skin’

May 10·1 min read·15 words

Horse who survived surgery and losing his front teeth claims second at Badminton Horse Trials with his injured rider

May 10·1 min read·19 words

New mother Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo make history with third Badminton win: ‘I’m in awe of how he jumped’

May 10·1 min read·20 words

‘It’s a huge relief’: updates from Gemma Stevens and others who didn’t finish Badminton cross-country

May 10·1 min read·15 words

Two top-20 contenders among three horses who leave competition at final trot-up at Badminton

May 10·1 min read·14 words

Top-10 contender among two horses withdrawn ahead of Sunday’s final trot-up at Badminton

May 10·1 min read·13 words

‘We bought Caroline Powell an ice cream as she walked off course after retiring at Badminton!’ But what flavour was it?

May 9·1 min read·21 words

‘Badminton is one week of the year, children are forever’: overnight leader Ros Canter on combining motherhood and elite sport

May 9·1 min read·20 words

Badminton Horse Trials 2026 results so far: Ros Canter retains top spot on leaderboard after action-packed cross-country

May 9·1 min read·17 words

Rare fall for Harry Meade as Badminton cross-country concludes – but he holds podium position on another ride

May 9·1 min read·18 words

Mixed fortunes for Emily King and other top names during Badminton cross-country

May 9·1 min read·12 words

Time-faults juggle the order as Tim Price puts in strong Badminton cross-country round despite broken collarbone

May 9·1 min read·16 words

‘He’s such a champ’: British rider moves into top five after his Badminton cross-country round

May 9·1 min read·15 words

New mother Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo hold their lead with foot-perfect Badminton cross-country round: ‘I believe I can do it because of him’

May 9·1 min read·24 words

Dressage podium finisher drops down order as Badminton cross-country influences leaderboard

May 9·1 min read·11 words

‘He’s the reason I’m still doing this’: home-bred gelding impresses on Badminton cross-country to lead

May 9·1 min read·15 words

Badminton Horse Trials 2026 results so far: Ros Canter tops leaderboard after dressage

May 8·1 min read·13 words

Former Badminton winners cruise into top five as dressage wraps up with Ros Canter still out in front

May 8·1 min read·18 words

What time does your favourite start? Badminton cross-country times released

May 8·1 min read·10 words

‘A PB at Badminton, that’s the right place to do it’: Lara de Liedekerke-Meier third as Felix Vogg follows close behind

May 8·1 min read·21 words

‘Here I am again’: Daisy Berkeley returns to Badminton Horse Trials after a 16-year hiatus

May 8·1 min read·15 words

‘I hope it goes on for ever’: The Queen delighted on visit to Badminton Horse Trials

May 8·1 min read·16 words

Brazilian rider goes third at Badminton, Laura Collett ‘survives’ a tricky situation, and a Swiss debutant’s childhood dream comes true

May 8·1 min read·20 words

‘It hasn’t been a smooth build-up but I’m feeling strong’: Emily King back from injury to tackle Badminton

May 8·1 min read·18 words

‘Focus is a very different thing at the moment’: new mother Ros Canter blasts into Badminton dressage lead

May 8·1 min read·18 words

‘I changed my riding style after the accident’: Badminton first-timer Sam Ecroyd on coming back from serious injury

May 8·1 min read·18 words

A US rider takes the lead, a British favourite is bumped to third and a vineyard owner sets a record: catch up on all the action from day one at Badminton

May 7·1 min read·31 words

‘I would have been disappointed if I wasn’t in the top three’: Brit claims Badminton second place at end of day one

May 7·1 min read·22 words

‘It’s mean to make us jump that ditch five times!’ Gemma Stevens, Harry Meade and Bubby Upton react to Badminton cross-country course

May 7·1 min read·22 words

‘She proves correct training does develop a horse’: US rider holds Badminton dressage lead overnight

May 7·1 min read·15 words

Elite amateur moves into podium position in Badminton dressage: ‘He gave me everything he had in there’

May 7·1 min read·17 words

‘I’m a bit annoyed with myself’: consistent mare slots into second in Badminton dressage

May 7·1 min read·14 words

Teacher lands BE90 Badminton grassroots win: ‘I don’t think my parents thought I’d still be eventing at 30’

May 7·1 min read·18 words

‘He has such natural presence’: Bubby Upton leads Badminton dressage with sub-30 test

May 7·1 min read·13 words

Vineyard owner, 61, wins BE100 Badminton grassroots championships – and sets a new record

May 7·1 min read·14 words

‘Talented but sharp’ youngster leads, but frustration for top rider in first Badminton dressage session

May 7·1 min read·15 words

Fancy a peek at this year’s Badminton Horse Trials cross-country course? Of course you do!

May 6·1 min read·15 words

A jumpsuit, a cream suit and floaty dresses: check out our favourite outfits from the Badminton trot-up

May 6·1 min read·17 words

Badminton Horse Trials dressage times released – when does your favourite go?

May 6·1 min read·12 words

Two horses held at first Badminton Horse Trials trot-up, including one British ride

May 6·1 min read·13 words

Get your hands on the official 2026 Badminton Horse Trails merchandise

May 6·1 min read·11 words

Think you could jump round the BE90 Badminton grassroots course? Photos of every fence

May 6·1 min read·14 words

Do you aspire to jump round the Badminton grassroots? Check out all the BE100 fences

May 6·1 min read·15 words

Five-star winner down to one ride after four more Badminton withdrawals

May 6·1 min read·11 words

Top riders, judges and professionals combine to provide Badminton commentary

May 6·1 min read·10 words

LeMieux reveals its first-ever helmet collection at Badminton Horse Trials

May 6·1 min read·10 words

‘Hunting has given me a no-nonsense approach’: the amateur and trail-hunting fanatic taking on his first Badminton on a cheap ex-racehorse

May 6·1 min read·21 words

Horse & Hound’s exclusive Badminton 2026 form guide, featuring every horse and rider

May 6·1 min read·13 words

‘He read the script’: racehorse who earned +£825,000 bows out with a win on final start

May 5·1 min read·16 words

Living the dream, going out on a high: meet the 21-year-old horse competing at Badminton for the first – and last – time

May 5·1 min read·23 words

The Queen set to visit Badminton in charity patron role

May 5·1 min read·10 words

Find the perfect fly mask to keep your horse comfortable all summer long

May 5·1 min read·13 words

How to watch Badminton Horse Trials live from anywhere in the world

May 5·1 min read·12 words

Three more last-minute withdrawals as competitors start to arrive at Badminton

May 5·1 min read·11 words

‘She was sent from heaven’: meet the 80-year-old rider aiming for HOYS with his 20-year-old superstar

May 4·1 min read·16 words

‘Great disappointment’ as top contender withdrawn from this week’s Badminton Horse Trials

May 4·1 min read·12 words

How much to feed a horse, and what can horses eat? Everything a first-time owner needs to know

May 4·1 min read·18 words

‘It seemed fitting’: rocking horse of The late Queen’s beloved Emma created to mark her centenary

May 3·1 min read·16 words

‘It will be an exciting journey’: former Irish team rider among Swedish shortlist for World Championships

May 3·1 min read·16 words

‘Equine-assisted learning can be as mainstream as maths or English for neurodivergent children’: charity speaks out ahead of Government's school reforms

May 3·1 min read·21 words

Showing is at a crossroads amid increasing pressure, warns Simon Reynolds

May 3·1 min read·11 words

Olympic rider shares favourite jumping exercise to develop horse’s technique and rider balance

May 3·1 min read·13 words

Medal-winning pony's career ended by 'freak' injury: ‘We will look after him for the rest of his life’

May 2·1 min read·18 words

Farewell to ‘one in a million’ horse who finished top 10 at London Olympics and Badminton

May 2·1 min read·16 words

Almost a third of doctors may stop covering horse events if new regulations go ahead

May 2·1 min read·15 words

Stables, arena, paddocks and a windmill – what more could you want from a horsey home?

May 2·1 min read·16 words

Check out this sneak peek of William Fox-Pitt walking the 2026 Badminton cross-country course

May 2·1 min read·14 words

‘Horses reach young people in a way nothing else does’: Carl Hester backs campaign for new equine therapy centre

May 1·1 min read·19 words

‘We’ll be ready’: British Army on why it’s ‘bringing back the war horse’

May 1·1 min read·13 words

‘Nothing compares to it anywhere else in the world’: local home-bred stallion leads 2026 Barley Saturday parade

May 1·1 min read·17 words

How to watch the 1,000 and 2,000 Guineas live from anywhere in the world

May 1·1 min read·14 words

Need somewhere to stay near Hickstead? We’ve found plenty of options...

May 1·1 min read·11 words

Dual Queen Mother Champion Chase star bows out: ‘He was a joy and will be hard to replace’

Apr 30·1 min read·18 words

‘Don’t let it drop’: why equestrians must keep speaking out on the dangers of riding on the roads

Apr 30·1 min read·18 words

The three most-common horse insurance questions answered

Apr 30·1 min read·7 words

How to watch the Kentucky Derby live from anywhere in the world

Apr 30·1 min read·12 words

‘He captivated us all till the very end': sad farewell to one-eyed wonder horse, aged 23

Apr 30·1 min read·16 words

‘Riders’ focus on their horses’ body health is a positive step,’ says Pippa Roome after Kentucky Three-Day Event

Apr 30·1 min read·18 words

The Horse & Hound Podcast 176: Tim Gredley, British team showjumper

Apr 30·1 min read·11 words

*Exclusive* ‘Competitors will have to dig deep’: watch William Fox-Pitt walk key cross-country fences ahead of Badminton

Apr 30·1 min read·17 words

Drivers’ behaviour still needs to change for horses to be safer on the roads

Apr 29·1 min read·14 words

Mare keeps a watchful eye as rescuers help foal stuck in aqueduct

Apr 29·1 min read·12 words

‘A fountain of knowledge on the turf’: farewell to respected author and journalist

Apr 29·1 min read·13 words

The golden rules of feeding horses that all owners should know

Apr 29·1 min read·11 words

8 grackle bridles for a range of budgets

Apr 29·1 min read·8 words

Why don’t we do what we know is good for us? Researchers dig into why riders don’t wear body protectors

Apr 28·1 min read·20 words

‘It felt like flying’: Olympic medallists deliver another personal best

Apr 28·1 min read·10 words

He’s back! John Whitaker makes winning return after two months on the sidelines

Apr 28·1 min read·13 words

Do you recognise these men? Police release pictures of three males in connection with death of horse

Apr 28·1 min read·17 words

‘I hate to see horses that are too fat’: Royal Windsor judge Victoria Mullen reveals what she wants to see in the ring

Apr 28·1 min read·23 words

How to measure a horse, and what is a lifetime height? H&H explains...

Apr 28·1 min read·13 words

Best grazing muzzle options to help reduce your horse’s daily intake

Apr 27·1 min read·11 words

‘I just sent Carl Hester a message’: Justin Verboomen on the British legend who inspired him, making history – and what came next

Apr 27·1 min read·23 words

‘He was absolutely mega’: podium finish for British rider at Kentucky

Apr 26·1 min read·11 words

‘I think winning a five-star is one of the hardest things to do in equestrian sports’: milestone win at Kentucky

Apr 26·1 min read·20 words

Tina Cook’s daughter Isabelle secures top 10 finish at Kentucky: ‘The event has had a championship feel’

Apr 26·1 min read·17 words

‘I’m very blessed’: mare who broke her leg 20 months ago comes back better than ever to win in Wales

Apr 26·1 min read·20 words

‘I’m so proud of him’: meet Pirate Pete the one-eyed pony thriving after his rescue

Apr 26·1 min read·15 words

‘I want to end on a high’: 19-year-old horse with unique style to retire after 11 five-star runs

Apr 26·1 min read·18 words

One horse held at Kentucky final trot-up, plus one British horse withdrawn

Apr 26·1 min read·12 words

Heading to Royal Windsor Horse Show? Here’s what you really shouldn’t miss

Apr 26·1 min read·12 words

Politeness and power combine as thoroughbred leads Kentucky after cross-country: ‘He’s a champion’

Apr 25·1 min read·13 words

Harry Meade on dramatic Kentucky moment: ‘I saw the fishes and tried my hardest not to join them’

Apr 25·1 min read·18 words

British riders play leaderboard snakes and ladders as Kentucky cross-country proves influential

Apr 25·1 min read·12 words

A fast clear, a run-out and a fall: mixed fortunes for Britain’s rising stars in Kentucky

Apr 25·1 min read·16 words

‘You only get one life and one head’: Olympic medallist speaks up on rider protection

Apr 25·1 min read·15 words

‘He’s a two-star horse with a six-star mentality’: the Irish pair making their Kentucky debut

Apr 25·1 min read·15 words

‘Fight hard, dream big and keep going forward’: meet the horse world’s London Marathon runners

Apr 25·1 min read·15 words

‘The FEI seems to be moving at a collected walk rather than an extended canter on things that “cannot wait”,’ says Carl Hester

Apr 25·1 min read·23 words

‘That’s the dream’: meet the family behind a new competition and training centre with big plans for the future

Apr 25·1 min read·19 words

‘I can’t wait till next season to do it all again’: dual champion jockey Sean Bowen on targeting AP McCoy’s records and overcoming a childhood aversion to horses

Apr 25·1 min read·28 words

Super thoroughbred scores new personal best for Kentucky dressage lead

Apr 24·1 min read·10 words

‘He couldn’t have given me more’: Brit on Kentucky five-star podium after dressage

Apr 24·1 min read·13 words

Showing producer banned for eight years after video goes viral said he ‘takes horse welfare extremely seriously’

Apr 24·1 min read·17 words

Isabelle Cook makes Kentucky debut: ‘Dressage isn’t easy for him, but he tries hard’

Apr 24·1 min read·14 words

‘He loves a crowd’: young Brit grabs podium place in Kentucky dressage

Apr 24·1 min read·12 words

Five-star winner withdraws from her Badminton debut

Apr 24·1 min read·7 words

‘There aren’t words to express what this means’: injured rider returns to event and watches her Olympic horse

Apr 24·1 min read·18 words

‘Zonik Plus is not for sale’: why top dressage rider Justin Verboomen will never let him go

Apr 24·1 min read·17 words

New leagues – worth £1,500 each – to support and reward young horses

Apr 24·1 min read·13 words

‘He’s a learner with real presence’: smart five-star first-timer takes Kentucky dressage lead

Apr 23·1 min read·13 words

‘Intense mental effort’ pays off for Harry Meade and Superstition in Kentucky dressage

Apr 23·1 min read·13 words

Young Brit over the moon with his ‘sharp young horse’ in Kentucky dressage

Apr 23·1 min read·13 words

‘An even bigger challenge than I expected’: Gemma Owen in training for prestigious charity Flat race

Apr 23·1 min read·16 words

What time do the British riders go cross-country on Saturday at Kentucky?

Apr 23·1 min read·12 words

‘The two best routines of our career’: Justin Verboomen and Zonik Plus raise the bar again at Fontainebleau

Apr 23·1 min read·18 words

12 of the best waterproof fly rugs – perfect for summer showers and sunshine

Apr 23·1 min read·14 words

‘Breathless, chaotic, compelling – it was a proper, old-fashioned Grand National,’ says trainer Kim Bailey

Apr 23·1 min read·15 words

Burghley box office is now open – get your tickets at the super-advance rate

Apr 23·1 min read·14 words

New vision for a good life for sport horses from the start to the very end

Apr 23·1 min read·16 words

When do the Brits and other key contenders do their dressage at Kentucky?

Apr 22·1 min read·13 words

British stars, a few bucks and sunshine: update from the Kentucky five-star first trot-up

Apr 22·1 min read·14 words

See all the fences Tom McEwen and Harry Meade will jump at Kentucky five-star this week

Apr 22·1 min read·16 words

‘It was like a championships’: Britain second in Nations Cup opener as Carl Hester returns to team duty

Apr 22·1 min read·18 words

Farewell to lifelong horse lover and supporter of the sport, aged 75

Apr 22·1 min read·12 words

New organisers working with Olympic course-designer in plans to revive cancelled five-star

Apr 22·1 min read·12 words

Having just achieved his first century, double Cheltenham Festival winner James Bowen reveals the benefits of long-standing sibling rivalries

Apr 22·1 min read·19 words

Top riders, top sport and top horse welfare promised in new $300m showjumping league

Apr 22·1 min read·14 words

Emily King back on board, recovering from broken rib and torn lung and preparing for Badminton

Apr 22·1 min read·16 words

Title contender among three recent Badminton withdrawals

Apr 22·1 min read·7 words

World number one Harry Meade named Badminton pathfinder – but on which of his three rides?

Apr 21·1 min read·16 words

How to watch Kentucky Three-Day Event live from anywhere in the world

Apr 21·1 min read·12 words

Horse owners warned to be vigilant after ‘marked increase in equine flu’ cases

Apr 21·1 min read·13 words

It’s 100 years since Queen Elizabeth II was born; here’s how horses featured in every decade of her life

Apr 21·1 min read·19 words

A young rider's back-to-back tests, a patient approach rewarded, and a big horse finds his moment on the final day of the Winter Dressage Championships

Apr 20·1 min read·25 words

What did you do in your Easter holidays? Schoolboy wins at Scottish Grand National meeting riding his grandfather's home-bred

Apr 20·1 min read·19 words

Olympic rider’s appeal against elimination after class ended for hat issue quashed

Apr 20·1 min read·12 words

Grand National hero Noble Yeats passes away in retirement at age 11

Apr 20·1 min read·12 words

‘If a horse doesn't perform, we have to look at ourselves and do better,’ says showing producer Gill Thompson

Apr 20·1 min read·19 words

‘One of the best horses I’ve ever ridden’: Charlotte Dujardin wins first national title with Secret Agent

Apr 19·1 min read·17 words

The race to be leading rider ends in a three-way tie: three titles each at the Winter Dressage Championships

Apr 19·1 min read·19 words

The stars of tomorrow: under-21 results at the Winter Area Festival Championships

Apr 19·1 min read·12 words

‘He’s phenomenal’: watch as horse and rider jump classic Range Rover with ease

Apr 19·1 min read·13 words

A 19-year-old ‘one in a million’ and a long haul from Aberdeen: two heartfelt stories close out day four at the Winter Dressage Championship

Apr 19·1 min read·24 words

How to make the most of Radio Badminton and enjoy the expert commentary

Apr 19·1 min read·13 words

From five second places to three top titles: the breakout week of a 22-year-old at the Winter Dressage Championships

Apr 18·1 min read·19 words

Three from three: Sadie Smith completes a flawless week at Winter Dressage Championships

Apr 18·1 min read·13 words

Do you have an eye for a great image? Rare opportunity to join the Horse & Hound team

Apr 18·1 min read·18 words

‘They have to fall in love with the basics’: how to set young riders up for success discussed at FEI Sports Forum

Apr 18·1 min read·22 words

Former five-star eventer claims her first dressage title at the Winter Championships

Apr 18·1 min read·12 words

Two horses, two titles, one unforgettable week at the Winter Dressage Championships – meet the rider behind the double

Apr 18·1 min read·19 words

From eventing to lead rein to national championships: farewell to horse who ‘gave rider her life back’

Apr 18·1 min read·17 words

Royal Windsor hack judge Adele Hanson reveals what she’s looking for – and hoping not to see – in the ring

Apr 18·1 min read·21 words

‘I’m delighted with him’: unstoppable duo triumph in inter I at the Winter Dressage Championships

Apr 17·1 min read·15 words

Charlotte Dujardin sells grand prix mare Alive And Kicking to Australian Olympian

Apr 17·1 min read·12 words

‘I’m hoping he’ll be one of my LA horses’: British rider and future star top the podium at Winter Dressage Championships

Apr 17·1 min read·21 words

‘He shows that cobs can’: eye-catching Irish grey steals the show at the NAF Five Star Winter Dressage Championships

Apr 17·1 min read·19 words

Part-bred Connemara who won medals for Britain retires: ‘He owes me nothing’

Apr 17·1 min read·12 words

Mary King’s career was full of stories of courage, determination and above all, her smile and positivity, says Mark Phillips

Apr 17·1 min read·20 words

‘Everyone loves her’: first national title for angelic mare at the Winter Dressage Championships

Apr 17·1 min read·14 words

How much does it cost to breed a horse? H&H crunches the numbers

Apr 17·1 min read·13 words

6 ride-on fly rugs that will make hacking more pleasant for your horse

Apr 17·1 min read·13 words

Mistake-free test leads to decisive victory at Winter Dressage Championships for a horse who came back from the brink

Apr 16·1 min read·19 words

Laura Collett ‘full steam ahead’ to eventing return following surgery

Apr 16·1 min read·10 words

Horsebox distributor and ‘prolific liar’ admits cheating victims out of hundreds of thousands of pounds

Apr 16·1 min read·15 words

A double crown, a rough diamond and a polo-loving ‘dude’: worthy trio delights on day two of Winter Dressage Championships

Apr 16·1 min read·20 words

How to get to Badminton Horse Trials, plus travels tips from H&H

Apr 16·1 min read·12 words

Tears, tattoos and a 40-year wait: how the national champion completed her second 160km ride

Apr 16·1 min read·15 words

Harry Meade confirms entries for Kentucky and Badminton five-stars

Apr 16·1 min read·9 words

‘We nearly lost him’: a victorious survivor tugs at the heartstrings in Petplan Area Festivals at Winter Dressage Championships

Apr 16·1 min read·19 words

Horse world urged to act after more than 100 strangles cases recorded this year

Apr 16·1 min read·14 words

‘I’ve nearly got a stronger set of horses than ever’: Gareth Hughes returns to winter championships after 20 years with stunning victory

Apr 15·1 min read·22 words

‘She takes everything in her stride’: rising star impresses the judges at NAF Five Star Winter Dressage Championships

Apr 15·1 min read·18 words

11 smart ladies’ show jackets perfect for the ring

Apr 15·1 min read·9 words

Do you really know enough to put your mare in foal? I love my horse, but I regret breeding him...

Apr 15·1 min read·20 words

15 to watch in Kentucky – can one of these pairs take the 2026 title next week?

Apr 15·1 min read·17 words

What you need to know if you’re considering camping at Badminton Horse Trials

Apr 14·1 min read·13 words

How to watch the Winter Dressage and Area Festival Championships live from anywhere in the world

Apr 14·1 min read·16 words

‘This is our chance’: a week to have a say in hopes for return to pre-Brexit international horse travel

Apr 14·1 min read·19 words

‘He’s loving the attention’: meet police horse who overcame emergency colic surgery to lead in his 10th Grand National winner

Apr 14·1 min read·20 words

Equestrians reminded of legal towing limits after social media confusion

Apr 14·1 min read·10 words

What you need to know about towing limits for horse trailers to keep your horse safe

Apr 14·1 min read·16 words

‘Proud to have my name on the trophy’: one rider and two ‘exceptional’ mares lead World Cup Final from start to finish

Apr 13·1 min read·22 words

Top dressage could feature stretches and snaffle bridles in all grands prix

Apr 13·1 min read·12 words

How much prize money can riders win at Badminton Horse Trials?

Apr 13·1 min read·11 words

‘We recognise the important role of equine land’: what the Government's long-term land use plans could mean for horse owners

Apr 13·1 min read·20 words

Our pick of dresses for Royal Ascot that meet the dress code and ooze style

Apr 13·1 min read·15 words

‘You couldn’t make it up!’ 75-year-old rider denied charity win owing to broken stirrup raises serious safety concerns

Apr 12·1 min read·18 words

Horse power v horsepower as carriage and Defender go head to head at Royal Windsor

Apr 12·1 min read·15 words

‘I think maybe a Jägerbomb’: Becky Moody and Jagerbomb claim World Cup title with personal best freestyle in Fort Worth

Apr 12·1 min read·20 words

Gill Cowell reveals what she’ll be looking for as judge of the in-hand M&M championship at Royal Windsor

Apr 12·1 min read·18 words

Aintree great channels Red Rum to reclaim Grand National title: ‘He’ll gallop to the end of the world for you’

Apr 11·1 min read·20 words

‘Every day is a win’: tiny pony dumped to die has ‘light back in her eyes’ as she takes small steps towards recovery

Apr 11·1 min read·23 words

Rider’s video for HGV drivers brings grown men to tears in attempt to keep horses and people safer on our roads

Apr 11·1 min read·21 words

‘Framing older age as the underdog is not good for our sport,’ warns Pammy Hutton after being asked if she still rode ‘at her age’

Apr 11·1 min read·25 words

Not sure what to wear to Badminton Horse Trials? Here are some ideas to give you inspiration

Apr 11·1 min read·17 words

‘You really connect with a horse like this’: galloping grey finds his groove to shine for Skeltons at Grand National Festival

Apr 10·1 min read·21 words

Grand National tips from racing gurus, including a mare who ticks all the boxes and a 50/1 fancy

Apr 10·1 min read·18 words

How to watch the Grand National 2026 live from anywhere in the world

Apr 10·1 min read·13 words

MPs’ and campaigners’ delight at consultation on tougher firework laws – although Government won’t confirm it

Apr 10·1 min read·16 words

Who will be first to ride at Kentucky Three-Day Event and when will the Brits go?

Apr 10·1 min read·16 words

‘He’s my pride and joy’: Becky Moody and Jagerbomb get off to a flying start on their World Cup Final debut

Apr 10·1 min read·21 words

Best fly fringes for cheap, simple and effective protection

Apr 10·1 min read·9 words

The importance of livery yard insurance – and why it could be money well spent

Apr 10·1 min read·15 words

‘I’d only sat on him three times’: teenager off to a winning start on Irish Olympian’s former European Championship ride

Apr 10·1 min read·20 words

‘He would beat Artemis II to the Moon’: Barton Snow rockets to Foxhunters’ glory on opening day of Grand National Festival

Apr 9·1 min read·21 words

‘One of those things’: five-star winner ruled out of Kentucky and Badminton

Apr 9·1 min read·12 words

Rachael Blackmore named Aintree legend as she takes on new Grand National challenge

Apr 9·1 min read·13 words

Heading to Royal Ascot and in need of a hat? Here are 26 options to complete your outfit

Apr 9·1 min read·18 words

Irish showjumper Jessica Burke shares her whirlwind story on the eve of her first World Cup Final

Apr 9·1 min read·17 words

‘You need to be 110% and he’s not’: 2025 Grand National winner ruled out of this year’s race

Apr 9·1 min read·18 words

A different type of grand prix as dogs to shine at Horse of the Year Show

Apr 9·1 min read·16 words

‘Twelve of the most stressful days of my life’: Graham Fletcher on top horses stuck in the Middle East while missiles flew overhead

Apr 9·1 min read·23 words

Recent withdrawals mean Badminton and Kentucky entry lists start to firm up

Apr 8·1 min read·12 words

Grand National 2026 sweepstake kit to download and print for free

Apr 8·1 min read·11 words

Mum and daughter who left ‘dying’ pony in -6C ‘very regretful’ of their actions

Apr 8·1 min read·14 words

Young rider takes over five-star horse: ‘He knows everything and really wants to please’

Apr 8·1 min read·14 words

Man arrested and police continue to appeal for information after two people and pony died in road collision

Apr 7·1 min read·18 words

How to watch the FEI World Cup Finals of Dressage and Jumping

Apr 7·1 min read·12 words

‘Everything I dreamed of and more’: five-star showjumper wins biggest race of her new career

Apr 7·1 min read·15 words

8 sets of travel boots that offer additional protection

Apr 7·1 min read·9 words

‘I had a giant meltdown’ – top British rider bounces back from disappointment to win major spring class that had eluded her

Apr 7·1 min read·22 words

‘It was horrific’: fine for cyclist on wrong side of the road who caused rider’s fall

Apr 6·1 min read·16 words

‘Every step has been worth it’: owner told horse with kissing spines was ‘naughty’ and to ‘get rid of him’ speaks up to help others

Apr 6·1 min read·25 words

Injured event rider graded to compete in para dressage – and welcomes an old friend home

Apr 6·1 min read·16 words

Can AI judge dressage? The technology exists – but is the sport ready for it?

Apr 6·1 min read·15 words

Studbook’s ‘groundbreaking initiative’ aims to conserve, protect and restore rare bloodlines

Apr 6·1 min read·11 words

Big ethical questions up for debate as FEI overhauls veterinary rules

Apr 5·1 min read·11 words

Is it ‘just stiffness’? New resource aims to bust equine lameness myths to help owners help horses

Apr 5·1 min read·17 words

Eventing pays tribute to six-time Olympian and ‘true legend’ Mary King after she hangs up her boots

Apr 5·1 min read·17 words

‘I had no desire to do a marathon’: charity’s incredible work prompts AP McCoy to run London Marathon

Apr 5·1 min read·18 words

8 jobs in the horse world that you might not have considered previously

Apr 5·1 min read·13 words

Show’s new £1,000 prize for best tail recognises balance between tradition and horse welfare

Apr 4·1 min read·14 words

Format changes proposed for LA28 Olympics – but three riders per team will remain

Apr 4·1 min read·14 words

Farewell to polo player, showjumper and judge aged 97

Apr 4·1 min read·9 words

‘Why are we reluctant to speak up and voice our concerns to showing societies?’ asks H&H’s Bethan Simons

Apr 4·1 min read·18 words

Already a record-breaker, is Billy Loughnane the future champion Flat jockey?

Apr 4·1 min read·11 words

‘I’ve never been this fit’: 75-year-old to ride at point-to-point 60 years after his first

Apr 3·1 min read·15 words

‘His life was shaped by horses’: farewell to much-loved member of equestrian community

Apr 3·1 min read·13 words

New hosts for major dressage shows after venue steps back

Apr 3·1 min read·10 words

Types of livery to consider when looking for somewhere to keep your horse

Apr 3·1 min read·13 words

‘She’d give you heaven and earth’: brave police horse who famously wore sunglasses clocks off after her final shift

Apr 3·1 min read·19 words

Eventing officials hope to regain their voice after court rules on major dispute with FEI

Apr 2·1 min read·15 words

New $300m series to ‘define a new era’ for showjumping with horse welfare foremost

Apr 2·1 min read·14 words

Olympic rider sets new record to take world number one spot

Apr 2·1 min read·11 words

Reforms for small animal vets likely to change expectations among horse owners

Apr 2·1 min read·12 words

Inside the yard of a world number one on the new Between The Reins podcast

Apr 2·1 min read·15 words

‘If British riders want an early four-star event, why not run one at Barbury,’ asks Andrew Nicholson

Apr 2·1 min read·17 words

Best equine skin and coat supplements: what are your options?

Apr 2·1 min read·10 words

Horse owners on why equine insurance ‘takes the stress out of everything’

Apr 2·1 min read·12 words

Time to stand up and be counted as consultation opens on how to ban trail-hunting

Apr 1·1 min read·15 words

End of an era as Hickstead’s famous Irish bank is removed

Apr 1·1 min read·11 words

‘I’ve loved my eventing life’: sporting legend Mary King hangs up her boots aged 64 after stellar career

Apr 1·1 min read·18 words

How to recognise concussion in horse riders – and when it’s safe to get back in the saddle

Apr 1·1 min read·18 words

9 ice boot options to cool horse’s legs effectively

Apr 1·1 min read·9 words

Cheesy chips could be banned at show centres after research finds performance-enhancing effect

Apr 1·1 min read·13 words

Cheltenham cancels rest of season’s fixtures to allow ground work on the course

Mar 31·1 min read·13 words

Charles Owen introduces new ‘lightweight’ body protector for junior riders

Mar 31·1 min read·10 words

Horse fatally injured and rider hurt in attack by two dogs

Mar 31·1 min read·11 words

Final farewell to great five-star campaigner: ‘You took me places I never dreamed of’

Mar 31·1 min read·14 words

Justine Armstrong-Small reveals what she looks for in working hunter pony classes, and shares her advice for first-timers

Mar 31·1 min read·18 words

Charlotte Dujardin pulls out of World Cup Final as Becky Moody carries British hopes

Mar 30·1 min read·14 words

New programme gives three young British riders chance to compete at Kentucky

Mar 30·1 min read·12 words

Five-star event rider sidelined with broken leg: ‘I’m doing as much rehab as I can and hopefully that will pay off in the long run’

Mar 30·1 min read·25 words

An ‘incredibly sad day’ as equine charity closes two centres and 33 jobs lost

Mar 30·1 min read·14 words

Best places to stay if you’re heading to Royal Windsor Horse Show

Mar 30·1 min read·12 words

‘If the public don’t like what they see, they have the power to shut us down,’ warns Laura Tomlinson as she calls for change

Mar 30·1 min read·24 words

How to spring clean your stable, with tips from a vet hospital supervisor and five-star eventing groom

Mar 30·1 min read·17 words

A healthy weight for healthy hooves

Mar 30·1 min read·6 words

‘More!’ 15-month-old rider loves her first ride on tiny stallion – who has his dinner in the kitchen

Mar 29·1 min read·18 words

‘A wonderful impact’: riding school’s work recognised with two awards

Mar 29·1 min read·10 words

‘I thought I’d lost my mojo’: five-star event rider Simon Grieve on bouncing back to the top tier of the sport

Mar 29·1 min read·21 words

‘Ask the question every day’: why welfare is what horses need – not what we think they need

Mar 28·1 min read·18 words

‘X Factor with Horses’: could a talent-spotting series help support new stars?

Mar 28·1 min read·12 words

‘Nobody knows who is making up these rules, on what evidence, or why,’ says Carmen Edwards on new tack regulations

Mar 28·1 min read·20 words

7 spring horse care hacks and helpful advice to make this season a breeze

Mar 28·1 min read·14 words

‘This issue is not going away’: MP takes next step for equestrian road safety

Mar 27·1 min read·14 words

‘Accidents happen’: Laura Collett out of action after ‘freak fall’ while cross-country schooling

Mar 27·1 min read·13 words

Essential checks all competitors should do prior before the start of the season

Mar 27·1 min read·13 words

The power of poo picking in the fight against parasites

Mar 27·1 min read·10 words

Four British riders among ‘one of the highest-rated’ Kentucky five-star fields ‘on record’

Mar 26·1 min read·13 words

‘I’ve never seen flooding like it’: rescue of herd trapped by rising water is a cautionary tale for owners

Mar 26·1 min read·19 words

‘An all-out war on the countryside’: Government accused of ‘warped priorities’ as trail-hunting ban consultation opens

Mar 26·1 min read·16 words

Best air jackets for the ultimate protection, comfort and performance – options to suit every rider

Mar 26·1 min read·16 words

Is Badminton not attracting enough entries to force a waiting list a cause for concern? H&H’s Pippa Roome shares her thoughts

Mar 26·1 min read·21 words

Helpful advice for owners on how pre-existing conditions and exclusions affect your horse insurance

Mar 26·1 min read·14 words

Budget options for horse insurance in 2026 as costs continue to rise

Mar 26·1 min read·12 words

The Horse & Hound Podcast 175: Vicky Smith, leading show horse producer

Mar 26·1 min read·12 words

‘It was surreal’: livery yard owners in choir that earned Britain’s Got Talent golden buzzer in ‘ecstatic’ performance

Mar 25·1 min read·18 words

‘It was time to back myself’: rider switches nationalities and aims for World Championships

Mar 25·1 min read·14 words

How much does a horse cost a month? H&H does the maths so you don’t have to...

Mar 25·1 min read·17 words

More power for police under new law on dog attacks – but horse owners will ‘still have questions’

Mar 25·1 min read·18 words

Marking systems in showing – their benefits, flaws and what the future may be

Mar 25·1 min read·14 words

‘This leaves an awful hole’: farewell to talented young horse lost to infection

Mar 24·1 min read·13 words

Huge progress made in 10 years for equestrian road safety – but any horse dying on our roads is one too many

Mar 24·1 min read·22 words

‘We remain positive’: family’s thanks for support as five-star rider remains in coma after fall

Mar 24·1 min read·15 words

‘Rules should be informed, practical, and evidence-based’ says Rebecca Penny after NPS outlaws a certain noseband

Mar 24·1 min read·16 words

What is public liability insurance, and why do horse owners need it?

Mar 24·1 min read·12 words

Brash is better than ever in Paris and a fiery mare with a ‘humungous heart’ scores on tough US debut

Mar 23·1 min read·20 words

‘She is still fighting – and so are we’: next hours critical for neglected pony ‘left to die’ in field

Mar 23·1 min read·20 words

11-year-old rider enjoys instant success in step up from 128cms to horses: ‘We didn’t plan it, they just gelled’

Mar 23·1 min read·19 words

British eventing stars aim to complete historic hat-trick as Badminton entries revealed

Mar 23·1 min read·12 words

The best detanglers to keep manes and tails knot-free and looking lustrous

Mar 23·1 min read·12 words

14 travel tips to ensure a smooth journey with your horse wherever you’re going

Mar 23·1 min read·14 words

‘A bond like no other’: farewell to horse who represented Britain and completed extraordinary feats

Mar 22·1 min read·15 words

Failing to support midlife women in workplace risks loss ‘industry can ill afford’

Mar 22·1 min read·13 words

‘We must not be complacent’ warns Mark Phillips as cancellation of Maryland five-star highlights equestrian sport’s ‘fragility’

Mar 22·1 min read·17 words

Celebrating Tiger Roll, the little horse with the biggest heart who became a national treasure

Mar 22·1 min read·15 words

‘Robust demand’ for natives – as hopes new research will strengthen future of ‘irreplaceable’ breeds

Mar 22·1 min read·15 words

‘Stop blaming the horse’: new training framework aims to help achieve potential by listening to what horses tell us

Mar 21·1 min read·19 words

Riders raise concerns over unexpected new tack rules

Mar 21·1 min read·8 words

Final farewell to five-time Grand National runner who had a ‘twinkle in his eye’

Mar 21·1 min read·14 words

Is ICSI in sport horse breeding a miracle tool or a misunderstood risk? H&H investigates

Mar 21·1 min read·15 words

‘We made each other stronger’: star stallion who won £1.2m retires aged 20

Mar 20·1 min read·13 words

Police investigate ‘deeply distressing’ death of horse on the road

Mar 20·1 min read·10 words

12 of the best fly rugs that offer horses extra protection from summer pests

Mar 20·1 min read·14 words

‘You can’t expect 20-plus racehorses to come around a corner in a straight line’, says Davy Russell on the false starts at the Cheltenham Festival

Mar 20·1 min read·25 words

Charlotte Dujardin and Becky Moody confirmed for 2026 Dressage World Cup Final as other big names stay at home

Mar 19·1 min read·19 words

7 of the best field-safe headcollars designed to prevent injury

Mar 19·1 min read·10 words

Expert advice for anyone looking to buy a working hunter pony

Mar 19·1 min read·11 words

Expert advice for anyone looking to buy a working hunter pony

Mar 19·1 min read·11 words

10 thoroughbreds including ‘one of the thinnest we’d ever seen’ now thriving in their home for life

Mar 19·1 min read·17 words

Lack of concussion awareness and misdiagnosis contribute to delayed recovery in horse riders

Mar 19·1 min read·13 words

Dressage needs to answer harder questions than just ‘who did what in the warm-up’ to secure its future

Mar 18·1 min read·18 words

‘The potential is enormous’: Olympic champion and mare formerly competed by Charlotte Dujardin make international debut

Mar 18·1 min read·16 words

Riders wear blue in memory of event rider and coach who ‘had time for everyone’

Mar 18·1 min read·15 words

‘I won’t give up on her’: 38-year-old mare takes title of world’s oldest horse

Mar 18·1 min read·14 words

What is ICSI and how does it work in horse breeding ?

Mar 18·1 min read·12 words

‘We learnt a huge amount together’ – farewell to Emily King’s junior European medallist, aged 22

Mar 18·1 min read·16 words

The legend of the record-breaking Secretariat, ‘the greatest horse that ever lived’

Mar 18·1 min read·12 words

Farmer’s fine after cattle trampled walker a reminder of horse owners’ footpath responsibilities

Mar 17·1 min read·13 words

6 of the best drying rugs for hassle-free bathing

Mar 17·1 min read·9 words

‘A welfare document first’: new equine euthanasia guidance for vets will help owners of insured horses

Mar 17·1 min read·16 words

Ros Canter to return to competition after second baby – where will she compete in the run-up to Badminton?

Mar 17·1 min read·19 words

Places to stay if you’re heading to Addington for the Winter Dressage Champs or Blue Chips

Mar 17·1 min read·16 words

‘The family horse of a lifetime’: homebred star who made Aintree dreams come true retired sound and happy

Mar 16·1 min read·18 words

‘The support has been overwhelming’: community rallies round after major fire devastates equestrian business

Mar 16·1 min read·14 words

5 tried and tested tips to clean muddy feather – and keep them sparkling

Mar 16·1 min read·14 words

‘Who is this old fool who has come to ride?’: 70-year-old Mark Todd goes under the radar in ‘retirement’

Mar 16·1 min read·19 words

Anna Ross: ‘Everyone’s watching now, and willingness to question ourselves has to be part of the deal’

Mar 16·1 min read·17 words

Potential pitfalls: how to keep yourself and others safe when using AI to benefit your horse

Mar 16·1 min read·16 words

Information shared in new showjumping concussion suspension rule: ‘We have to protect riders’

Mar 15·1 min read·13 words

‘I was dangling from his chin’: rider’s safety warning after horse’s lead rope clipped on to her boot

Mar 15·1 min read·18 words

How a welfare crisis that ‘shook people to the core’ has been turned into action to benefit horses

Mar 15·1 min read·18 words

How elite riders cope when their warm-ups go awry, plus tips to overcome blips in your best-laid plans

Mar 15·1 min read·18 words

Livery yards will close without support, expert warns, as survey shows huge range in pricing

Mar 14·1 min read·15 words

‘We are so grateful’: double Olympic champion welcomes first foal

Mar 14·1 min read·10 words

‘Horses are in good hands’: new research shows post-surgery equine deaths are declining

Mar 14·1 min read·13 words

‘I’ve watched it 1000 times; I just wish he’d win it once’ – Dick Francis’s son Felix on the collapse of Devon Loch in the 1956 Grand National

Mar 14·1 min read·28 words

‘It was just a matter of not falling off’: Cheltenham Gold Cup winner is a class apart, in a race tinged with sadness

Mar 13·1 min read·23 words

Founder of horse rescue centre sentenced for animal welfare and disease control offences

Mar 13·1 min read·13 words

Action must be taken as we ‘stand on a precipice’ in horse and human health

Mar 13·1 min read·15 words

11 tasty Easter gifts with an equestrian twist

Mar 13·1 min read·8 words

Get your hands on a LeMieux x Disney hobby horse with up to 38% off in the Amazon Spring Deals sale

Mar 13·1 min read·21 words

Hopes for future return of Maryland 5 Star, with supporting three-star set to run in 2026

Mar 13·1 min read·16 words

Cheltenham day 4 tips from racing experts, including some cracking outsiders and ‘a great each-way bet’ in the Gold Cup

Mar 12·1 min read·20 words

If at first you don’t succeed… It’s fifth time lucky for the Stayers’ winner and H&H columnist strikes with a 40/1 Festival winner on Cheltenham day 3

Mar 12·1 min read·27 words

Top riders share their tips to turbocharge your jump-offs and win rounds against the clock

Mar 12·1 min read·15 words

Our most-purchased coat over Black Friday is less than £60 in the Amazon Spring Deals sale

Mar 12·1 min read·16 words

‘He’s small, cheeky, happy and loves having a fan base’: Meet a British hope for Cheltenham’s Stayers’ Hurdle – and the groom whose nails match his silks

Mar 12·1 min read·27 words

‘Trouble can happen anywhere, but it’s an extra level of concern,’ says Jodie Hall-McAteer

Mar 12·1 min read·14 words

‘I’m assessing horses’ fitness for purpose – not whether buyers can ride them’: Vets and dealers debate the vetting process

Mar 12·1 min read·20 words

Cheltenham day 3 tips, including a ‘consistent winning machine’ and a 16/1 tip in the first race

Mar 11·1 min read·17 words

‘I’m speechless’: Teenager rides his first Festival winner and a pony-sized 66/1 shot springs a shock on Cheltenham day 2

Mar 11·1 min read·20 words

Delight as European horses arrive home safe after ‘week of uncertainty’ owing to Middle East air strikes

Mar 11·1 min read·17 words

Woman arrested on suspicion of fraud relating to horse sales after more than 80 alleged victims come forward

Mar 11·1 min read·18 words

6 products to help make spring cleaning easier for horse owners

Mar 11·1 min read·11 words

10 of the best fly sprays we’ve put to the test and found to really work

Mar 11·1 min read·16 words

‘A grand prix I’ll never forget’: medal-winning mare delivers new personal best

Mar 11·1 min read·12 words

Five-star horse trials cancelled for 2026 after months of rumours

Mar 11·1 min read·10 words

Cheltenham day 2 tips from racing gurus, including an ‘exception that breaks the rule’ in the 1.20pm

Mar 10·1 min read·17 words

A mighty mare is crowned champion, a 208/1 birthday double and we bid farewell to a jumping legend: Cheltenham day 1

Mar 10·1 min read·21 words

How AI is changing the game in what we know about our horses

Mar 10·1 min read·13 words

Amazon's Spring Deals on solar-powered ‘no-WiFi’ cameras for yards and stables

Mar 10·1 min read·11 words

‘An incredible week’: gold medal-winning rider breaks three world records in three days with new horse – after surgery and hospital stay

Mar 10·1 min read·22 words

Cheltenham day 1 tips from racing experts (including a 100/1 shot): ‘He’s sure to have improvement in him’

Mar 9·1 min read·18 words

How to watch Big Star: The Nick Skelton Story on streaming platforms – film release date announced

Mar 9·1 min read·17 words

Championship changes to prepare youngsters in more ‘age-appropriate and horse-friendly way’

Mar 9·1 min read·11 words

AI trained to detect fractures in horses opens door to preventing catastrophic injuries

Mar 9·1 min read·13 words

Worried you might forget something? Here’s a complete packing list for travel

Mar 9·1 min read·12 words

‘You made dull mornings seem bright’: shock and sadness after jockey’s sudden death

Mar 9·1 min read·13 words

A bluffer’s guide to reading a racecard – just in time for Cheltenham Festival

Mar 9·1 min read·14 words

Stuart Hollings: ‘Shows will definitely need your support even more this term’

Mar 9·1 min read·12 words

Farewell to much-loved horsewoman and coach who ‘will be truly missed’

Mar 8·1 min read·11 words

Not having 24/7 turnout is not a criminal offence: expert speaks up about the growing pressure on owners

Mar 8·1 min read·18 words

How the right mindset can make all the difference when stepping up a level

Mar 8·1 min read·14 words

Farewell to equestrian journalist who was a ‘chronicler of an entire era’

Mar 7·1 min read·12 words

Medal-winning rider back in the saddle after second child – on a mechanical horse, as she considers her future in the sport

Mar 7·1 min read·22 words

‘She despised nothing more than the spectre of defeat’: the extra-terrestrial mare who bagged an unprecedented Cheltenham Festival double

Mar 7·1 min read·19 words

‘I honestly don’t know how I did it’: Abi Lyle on abuse, resilience and riding at the Olympics

Mar 7·1 min read·18 words

Tiny 7hh pony found struggling to breathe recovering and stealing hearts

Mar 6·1 min read·11 words

Bestselling author reveals ‘horse obsession’ on Desert Island Discs: ‘I could aim to join Carl Hester as a dressage Olympian’

Mar 6·1 min read·20 words

‘We’re proud to keep them made in Britain’: sale secures two leading equestrian brands’ future

Mar 6·1 min read·15 words

Do you ride a retrained racehorse? Check out the competition series and championships exclusive to you

Mar 6·1 min read·16 words

8 rugs designed to protect sweet-itch prone horses and ponies from midges

Mar 6·1 min read·12 words

Police investigate horse dealer after clients raise concerns

Mar 5·1 min read·8 words

International champion of horse welfare wins prestigious national award

Mar 5·1 min read·9 words

‘I said I’d try my best!’: top British performance wins class – and a new sofa

Mar 5·1 min read·16 words

‘What could equestrian sport learn from the Winter Olympics?’ asks H&H’s Pippa Roome

Mar 5·1 min read·13 words

The Horse & Hound Podcast 174: Abi Lyle, Irish Olympic dressage rider

Mar 5·1 min read·12 words

Olympic rider shares simple polework exercise that can improve flexibility and rideability in horses at any level

Mar 4·1 min read·17 words

The rider flying between hemispheres for her spring five-star prep – and the fellow thoroughbred lover who makes it possible

Mar 4·1 min read·20 words

Titles and prizes on offer for amateur riders – ‘the lifeblood of our sport’

Mar 4·1 min read·14 words

3 quick muscle-building exercises that make a valuable addition to your horse’s daily routine

Mar 4·1 min read·14 words

Horses who sleep better learn better, new research finds

Mar 4·1 min read·9 words

The best horse books of all genres for all ages

Mar 4·1 min read·10 words

How to watch Crufts 2026 from anywhere in the world – plus the full schedule

Mar 4·1 min read·15 words

‘It’s a big blow’: defending Champion Chase hero withdrawn from 2026 Cheltenham Festival

Mar 3·1 min read·13 words

‘An outstanding all-round equestrian’: Cheltenham names amateurs’ gold cup after the Princess Royal

Mar 3·1 min read·13 words

‘Thank you for everything’: five-star horse retires aged 19

Mar 3·1 min read·9 words

9 of the best leather headcollars for travelling, competing and everyday wear

Mar 3·1 min read·12 words

How to watch Cheltenham Festival 2026 live from anywhere in the world

Mar 3·1 min read·12 words

‘All horses and personnel are safe and well’: advice for riders issued and shows cancelled after Middle East air strikes

Mar 2·1 min read·20 words

Five-star rider ‘in a stable condition’ in hospital after fall at showjumping competition

Mar 2·1 min read·13 words

‘This fellow is top shelf’: the Cheltenham Gold Cup runner with a serious chance, according to Grand National-winning trainer

Mar 2·1 min read·19 words

‘He gave more than memories and red rosettes’: Fond farewell to Shetland who died aged 31

Mar 2·1 min read·16 words

Fuelling the performance horse with fibre – it is possible!

Mar 2·1 min read·10 words

‘I’m very lucky’: rider loses seven stone to ride her ‘heart horse’

Mar 1·1 min read·12 words

Calls for national animal offenders’ register part of campaign to improve welfare laws

Mar 1·1 min read·13 words

Farewell to ‘passionate and dedicated’ side saddle stalwart

Mar 1·1 min read·8 words

Happy 70th birthday, Mark Todd! We celebrate with a few great memories from Toddy’s eventing career…

Mar 1·1 min read·16 words

‘We owe him everything’: horse who loved a crowd and beat Valegro dies aged 24 after happy retirement

Feb 28·1 min read·18 words

Transparency or a ‘state of limbo’? HOYS returns to 2024 judging format

Feb 28·1 min read·12 words

‘There was something very special about Marj’: farewell to much-loved horsewoman

Feb 28·1 min read·11 words

‘The feed room is where performance truly begins’: Vet explains the art and science of feeding performance horses

Feb 28·1 min read·18 words

‘People’s response has been phenomenal’: new police horses help educate drivers

Feb 27·1 min read·11 words

‘I wouldn’t want anyone else to go through this’: owners speak up after new horse found to have incurable hoof condition

Feb 27·1 min read·21 words

‘It’s not about glitz and glamour, but the care provided’: national federation rewarding stables that put horse wellbeing first

Feb 27·1 min read·19 words

6 simple steps to supple and sparkling tack

Feb 27·1 min read·8 words

27 Mother’s Day gift ideas for the best horsey mums

Feb 27·1 min read·10 words

‘Riders will continue to feel the impact of his work for decades to come’: farewell to equine vet and researcher

Feb 26·1 min read·20 words

‘Her impact is still enormous’: posthumous award for coach who dedicated her life to horses

Feb 26·1 min read·15 words

H&H’s guide to working hunter pony classes: what to know before you give them a go

Feb 26·1 min read·16 words

‘Every show is a treasured memory now’: Carl Hester and Fame kick off their season with Doha double

Feb 26·1 min read·18 words

Graham Fletcher: ‘Filling the grandstands is just as important as the VIP boxes’

Feb 26·1 min read·13 words

Everything you need to know about body protector standards – and what’s accepted for your discipline

Feb 26·1 min read·16 words

Time called on Constitution Hill’s hurdles career – but fans will see him parade at the Cheltenham Festival

Feb 25·1 min read·18 words

Meet Willie Mullins’ key Cheltenham Festival 2026 contenders: ‘This horse still has the ability to win the Gold Cup’

Feb 25·1 min read·19 words

Top showjumper Joe Stockdale reveals how he turns pressure into record-breaking form

Feb 25·1 min read·12 words

Eventing world remembers La Biosthetique-Sam FBW: ‘We were fortunate to witness greatness’

Feb 25·1 min read·12 words

#savethevetschool campaign successful as vet education to continue at Cambridge University

Feb 25·1 min read·11 words

LeMieux unveils five new spring/summer colours for 2026

Feb 25·1 min read·8 words

Don’t hedge your vets! Much hilarity as equine surgeon takes ‘flying lesson’

Feb 24·1 min read·12 words

If your horse is underweight this expert advice for feeding poor-doers will set you safely on the right path

Feb 24·1 min read·19 words

Dressage horses’ stress behaviours increase with competition levels – but scores unaffected

Feb 24·1 min read·12 words

The best tack cleaners and conditioners that will bring shine to your tack room

Feb 24·1 min read·14 words

Jockey who won £500,000 launches scheme to help young riders

Feb 23·1 min read·10 words

‘She outdid all our expectations’: British team mare who launched Gareth Hughes’ championship career dies aged 28

Feb 23·1 min read·17 words

Tiny rider facing fifth open heart surgery named honorary Grand National runner: ‘He lives life to the full’

Feb 23·1 min read·18 words

‘I think he could win the Gold Cup’: 17-time champion amateur jockey’s selection for Cheltenham’s blue riband

Feb 23·1 min read·17 words

Equine first-aid kit essentials: what you really need

Feb 23·1 min read·8 words

‘He was fearless and taught me to ride fast across country’: Laura Collett says emotional farewell to five-star partner

Feb 23·1 min read·19 words

‘We want you to enjoy the journey’: new showing society is for everyone, from grassroots to the top

Feb 22·1 min read·18 words

Farewell to former Olympic eventer and Grand National winner, aged 88

Feb 22·1 min read·11 words

Sometimes the weather wins: owners struggling to poo-pick reassured on worm control this wet winter

Feb 22·1 min read·15 words

How to stop the drift and correct a horse that swerves over a fence

Feb 22·1 min read·14 words

Beyond the bale: thinking outside the box to ensure our horses have the forage they need

Feb 21·1 min read·16 words

‘I know just what can happen’: young eventer and her dad aim to help research into paralysis treatment

Feb 21·1 min read·18 words

‘It’s Jerry’s world and we all live in it’: 14.2hh Welsh cob wins 1.55m bareback challenge and qualifies for Hickstead pony final in two days

Feb 21·1 min read·25 words

Meet Marine Nationale, the small-yard superstar bidding for Cheltenham Festival hat-trick

Feb 21·1 min read·11 words

‘We hope others may be able to follow our lead’: feed business donates £5,000 to equine charity facing tough times

Feb 20·1 min read·20 words

Laminitic pony in ‘extreme pain’ put down after owner refused veterinary treatment

Feb 20·1 min read·12 words

‘Love from Elizabeth’: handwritten note and horse drawings by The late Queen as a child come to light

Feb 20·1 min read·18 words

Racesafe adds ‘slim and unobtrusive’ air jacket to its safety range for riders

Feb 20·1 min read·13 words

Horse & Hound’s useful guide to eventing levels in Britain

Feb 20·1 min read·10 words

How to report a horse welfare concern, neglect or mistreatment

Feb 20·1 min read·10 words

Hotels and holiday lets near Epsom Downs Racecourse

Feb 20·1 min read·8 words

‘It’s horses like that who get a piece of your heart’: farewell to prominent breeding stallion, aged 23

Feb 19·1 min read·18 words

‘Cross-country remains at the core, but it’ll be a little less hilly coming home’: changes to Bramham course for 2026

Feb 19·1 min read·20 words

‘This case still haunts me’: woman with life ban on keeping animals left horses to suffer alongside their dead companions *warning: upsetting pictures*

Feb 19·1 min read·23 words

6 of the warmest waterproof wellies with a neoprene shaft

Feb 19·1 min read·10 words

7 things you might not know about showjumping power couple Matt Sampson and Kara Chad

Feb 19·1 min read·15 words

Carl Hester warns riders to ‘be careful what you wish for’ ahead of the FEI dressage rules revision

Feb 19·1 min read·18 words

Top event riders share their tips for training horses to tackle drops with confidence

Feb 19·1 min read·14 words

‘You have been everything’: Olympic superstar mare retires aged 16 to enjoy the future she deserves

Feb 18·1 min read·16 words

‘I plan to enjoy every moment’: Annabella Pidgley and Pumpkin make World Cup debut and look ahead to the future

Feb 18·1 min read·20 words

‘An incredibly sad time’ as equine welfare charity announces two centres at risk of closure

Feb 18·1 min read·15 words

‘This year’s race really stands out in terms of quality’: Grand National weights revealed

Feb 18·1 min read·14 words

How to weigh a horse – and why it’s so important

Feb 18·1 min read·11 words

7 headcollars for handling strong horses safely

Feb 18·1 min read·7 words

‘Experiencing the magic’: retired racehorses mark Chinese year of the horse in city centre

Feb 17·1 min read·14 words

‘I lost my best friend’: supreme event horse who rewrote history books dies aged 26

Feb 17·1 min read·15 words

Epsom Derby tickets are available now with an early-bird discount, plus details on watching for free

Feb 17·1 min read·16 words

Meet the eight outstanding individuals presented with awards at the 2026 BSPS conference

Feb 17·1 min read·13 words

Falls, frangibles and concussion in the eventing safety spotlight

Feb 16·1 min read·9 words

What dressage judges’ comments really mean (and how to use them at home)

Feb 16·1 min read·13 words

An innovative new jumping class could boost spectators and create a fresh market for 1.30m horses, suggests Carmen Edwards

Feb 16·1 min read·19 words

‘His was a full life, well lived’: farewell to breeder and respected equestrian

Feb 15·1 min read·13 words

‘Maybe he’s helped other horses’: safety measures taken in top stallion’s memory come to the fore after horsebox accident

Feb 15·1 min read·19 words

New ‘fabulous’ off-road route on stately home estate gives riders access to ancient woodlands

Feb 15·1 min read·14 words

‘My job is to challenge the horse but never overstep the mark’: Joe Stockdale on what a good training session should look like

Feb 15·1 min read·23 words

‘A man of integrity, kindness and remarkable spirit’: farewell to brilliant horseman, aged 81

Feb 14·1 min read·14 words

‘The stars aligned’: cob dumped unwanted, alone and feral becomes winning dressage diva

Feb 14·1 min read·13 words

5 effective ways to occupy stabled horses when turnout is reduced

Feb 14·1 min read·11 words

Joy and tears as British team horse moves to new rider: ‘There’s nothing not to love about him’

Feb 13·1 min read·18 words

The major UK horse trials that eventing fans shouldn’t miss in 2026

Feb 13·1 min read·12 words

‘Caring for our retired racehorses is key – once you sell a horse, you lose all control’, warns Kim Bailey

Feb 13·1 min read·20 words

10 pairs of adjustable wellies to suit all leg shapes

Feb 13·1 min read·10 words

Sadness as former British team horse dies aged 13 despite ‘every possible effort to save him’

Feb 12·1 min read·16 words

Badminton shares preparations to ensure the ground is at its best following wet winter

Feb 12·1 min read·14 words

Great Britain fields youthful team as LLN showjumping resumes: ‘Come and cheer for the future stars of our lovely sport!’

Feb 12·1 min read·20 words

‘What a way to start’: Charlotte Dujardin’s former ride returns to competition with his new owner

Feb 12·1 min read·16 words

‘Why I’ll always choose a native’: Harlow White on the ‘amazing’ qualities of the breeds she loves best

Feb 12·1 min read·18 words

How to prioritise reading Horse & Hound stories on Google

Feb 12·1 min read·10 words

10 trailers to consider if you’re looking to buy, with examples from all the major brands

Feb 12·1 min read·16 words

It’s as if January said ‘hold my beer’ – has this been the most miserable winter yet?

Feb 11·1 min read·17 words

What to wear to the races – all occasions covered

Feb 11·1 min read·10 words

How to make the most of cross-country schooling with advice from top trainers

Feb 11·1 min read·13 words

‘I have to stay on the ground for a few weeks’: Olympic showjumper sidelined

Feb 10·1 min read·14 words

‘There’s so much the public can take from the sport’: calls to raise the profile of para dressage

Feb 10·1 min read·18 words

How to get to Aintree Racecourse – all travel options considered

Feb 10·1 min read·11 words

Former school teacher wins historic first five-star with ‘the best horse I’ve ever ridden’

Feb 9·1 min read·14 words

Different types of bedding and their advantages for the perfect stable setup

Feb 9·1 min read·12 words

Much-loved ‘quirky’ Grand National runner retires aged 13: ‘A remarkable horse to be involved with’

Feb 9·1 min read·15 words

Short of forage? Don’t despair – Dengie’s here to help with its range of forage replacers

Feb 9·1 min read·16 words

We shouldn’t take riding horses for granted and we should tell others why we love it, says Pammy Hutton

Feb 9·1 min read·19 words

Royal Windsor to support serving personnel and veterans through horses, plus more partnership news

Feb 8·1 min read·14 words

‘He’s so loved’: pony who survived Spindle Farm horrors comes home for good

Feb 8·1 min read·13 words

‘Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it!’ Meet the two mules making waves on the bloodhounding field

Feb 8·1 min read·17 words

Exceptional skill, kindness and lifelong dedication: farewell to master saddler

Feb 8·1 min read·10 words

‘I’ve just got to bite the bullet and do it’: British grand prix dressage rider returns to the UK to set up on her own

Feb 8·1 min read·25 words

And she would ride 12,000 miles! 82-year-old rider’s delight at milestone – with no plans to give up

Feb 7·1 min read·18 words

‘She’s gorgeous’: top British rider eyes World Championships with exciting new ride

Feb 7·1 min read·12 words

Campaign launched to raise awareness of possible risks of inhaling hoof smoke

Feb 7·1 min read·12 words

‘He gives me Valegro vibes’: meet Louise Bell’s exciting rising star Peaky Blinder

Feb 7·1 min read·13 words

Pass the remote! Rivals season two release date confirmed alongside sneak peek of upcoming action

Feb 6·1 min read·15 words

Horse feed recalled: manufacturer confirms ‘no harmful substance present’

Feb 6·1 min read·9 words

Should horse rescues be licensed? MPs debate as Government to ask the question

Feb 6·1 min read·13 words

74 cross-country courses and schooling venues for hire across the country

Feb 6·1 min read·11 words

22 Lunar New Year collections to celebrate the Year of the Horse

Feb 6·1 min read·12 words

‘The absolute best of grassroots sport’: horsewoman who changes lives wins Sunday Times award

Feb 5·1 min read·14 words

‘A king in global dressage breeding’: thousands vote famous sire of top grand prix horses for posthumous honour

Feb 5·1 min read·18 words

Grand National runners 2026: which horses are entered for Aintree’s historic race?

Feb 5·1 min read·12 words

Eventing rule changes for 2026 – what you need to know about voice aids in dressage, tack rules and flag penalties

Feb 5·1 min read·21 words

‘Vets who haven’t seen the horse in the flesh are stopping riders from buying,’ warns Richard Sheane of Cooley Farm

Feb 5·1 min read·20 words

Warning about livery contracts after increase in disputes going to court

Feb 4·1 min read·11 words

Heading to Aintree? Find hotels, B&Bs and holiday lets near the racecourse

Feb 4·1 min read·12 words

Teach your horse to jump water trays with tips from top showjumpers

Feb 4·1 min read·12 words

‘She owes us nothing’: consistent five-star mare to miss the eventing season to injury

Feb 4·1 min read·14 words

Scott Brash is crowned world number one: ‘Success comes from the time you invest in your horses’

Feb 4·1 min read·17 words

Get your tickets for the 2026 Grand National Festival

Feb 4·1 min read·9 words

British five-star event rider swaps nationality: ‘Becoming part of a culture that celebrates big dreams feels like the right home’

Feb 4·1 min read·20 words