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Facing up to truths could help riders improve their safety

Calls have been made for the sport to become “braver” at addressing poor cross-country riding when it happens

James Wilson

The young British showjumper on the importance of good feet, his competition day scheduling and why he’s always working to be the best

Supergroom

Nick Skelton’s long-term groom Mark Beever on unruly manes, swearing in front of Princess Anne and having a demi-perm to look like John Francome

‘Brexit plus Covid is the perfect storm'

James Fisher on why the window is narrowing for championship hopefuls

Train with the experts

Want the opportunity to learn from top-class trainers? Wise Owl Equitation connects riders with coaches around the world through video lessons

‘Don't risk the universality of dressage'

Carl Hester questions a rule change and pays tribute to a great character

Team spirit

Behind every top rider is a top groom, sharing in the highs and lows of the sport. Andrea Oakes investigates how to keep morale high

David Anker

This “cheerful and positive” man had an impressive 44-year career at the sharp end of hunt service

Brexit import taxes hit UK horse buyers hard

The complex situation is changing, but new import VAT requirements have come in

Ben Maher

When 2020 took a nosedive, the British number one hit a low point. But after life-changing surgery and with some serious horsepower in his stable, Ben has Tokyo back in his sights, as Jennifer Donald finds out

A proper cracker

A last day’s hunting before lockdown turns out to be a special one as hounds fly on a screaming scent

Brexit Headache For UK Horse Businesses But Hope For Better

Equestrian firms are facing extra issues but it is hoped the situation will improve soon

Vital to act now to save our equine heritage

The science and technology are there to protect the future of Britain’s native horses and ponies

More forest road deaths show need for awareness

Seven donkeys and ponies died in two road accidents within a month in the New Forest at the end of last year

Solid foundations

Cobs may have the attitude for top-class sport, but does their conformation stop them reaching the heights, asks Andrea Oakes

How to blow a hunting horn

It’s a skill that will win you admirers and teach you more about what is happening on a hunting day, says Rory Knight Bruce. Just warn your neighbours first...

Tania Bullard

The former master and secretary of the West Norfolk, who has an “uncanny affinity with animals” and works as an auxiliary nurse

Salinero

Behind the gawky facade of this sensitive soul lay an outstanding talent. Alice Collins uncovers the story of a powerhouse who set global dressage alight

Ian Boylan

The in-hand show producer on the importance of patience, his obsession with breeding the best and his days as a restaurant manager

Game of bones

New insights into how bone forms, adapts and heals are revolutionising fracture prevention and repair, explains Patrick Pollock FRCVS

Alex Bragg

A late starter who took an unorthodox route into eventing, the five-star event rider’s life experiences nonetheless prepared him well. Pippa Roome meets him

Hunters In lockdown

There’s no hunting, yet many of us have fit, clipped horses. Let’s find ways still to enjoy them, says Catherine Austen

Organic livery yard owner

Susi Anderson, who runs an organic livery yard in Kent, on planting tens of thousands of trees and encouraging baby steps towards sustainability

Kingshaugh Hailstorm

Alex Robinson speaks to the connections of the five-year-old Dartmoor gelding who reigned supreme against a spectacular field of native ponies at the 2020 BSPS Heritage championships

Charlotte Dujardin

The double Olympic champion chats to Polly Bryan about the highs and lows of 2020, and how her training methods have developed

The ‘high' hunting gives

It was a brief return to the field for H&H’s hunting editor Catherine Austen before the third lockdown begun, but well worth it

Mary Low

The former world champion on having an “in-between horse”, and the Olympian who inspired her to take up eventing

Productive hacking

Having an arena is attractive, but is it essential for competition prep and keeping horses fit? Verena Bowyer finds out top riders’ views

Riding from the ground

Long-reining is a hugely valuable tool that can benefit all horses. Stephanie Bateman talks to young horse expert Brendan Gallagher to find out how to long-rein efficiently and what exercises you can do

Fancy Footwork

Gridwork not only improves elasticity and technique, but also builds a horse’s confidence and concentration. Olympian Gemma Tattersall shows us how