Horse & Hound Magazine - February 06, 2020

In this issue

‘Classical’ debate
Why it’s no good ‘harping on about the past’.

RIVALS
‘He didn’t like to lose’: The greatest rider battles of all time.

FLETCHER
Why Britain is best for producing horses..

Brewery horseman

Callum Whittle on keeping history alive in a small Wiltshire town by delivering beer using a horse-drawn dray

3 mins

Shine on

Dr. Rebecca Hamilton Fletcher MRCVS investigates the science behind horses’ coats

4 mins

Edwina Tops-Alexander

The top-flight showjumper chats to Jennifer Donald about family values, finding her match in the great ‘Itot’ and dealing with setbacks

7 mins

Vicky Smith

The show horse producer talks about the benefits of planning ahead, the importance of a pre-competition feast and one very special Connemara pony

2 mins

Shall we dance?

From FEI to riding clubs, more riders are feeling the lure of dressage to music. Helen Triggs gives you the lowdown to help you show off your best moves

5 mins

Classical Or Competitive?

Has competitive dressage deviated from its classical roots, and on which side of the fence do you sit? Alice Collins investigates what divides and unites the two forms

5 mins

On the straight and narrow

Most horses are born with a preference to one side. Andrea Oakes investigates how you can combat this, and the importance of straightness in training

5 mins

Meeting their match

Fierce competition creates great sport for spectators and competitors alike. Andrea Oakes talks to those who have found themselves in intense rivalries

7 mins

‘This hunt lives on goodwill'

Inclement weather fails to dampen the spirits of the Dulverton Farmers, known for their camaraderie and diligent hounds

7 mins

‘Hounds ran non-stop'

Horses barely stopped galloping and jumping all day in this oasis of delectable hunting country

6 mins

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The UK's leading weekly equestrian magazine
Published by Time Inc (UK). Every week Horse & Hound brings horse lovers up-to-date with the latest news and event reports and provides expert equestrian advice on subjects including training and horse care, the latest equine products and feed. The weekly features inform and entertain inspiring readers to go out and ride to improve their horsemanship in every discipline from eventing to show jumping, dressage to showing, polo and hunting. It is also the must read for anyone wanting to buy or sell a horse.