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Bloodstock auctioneer

Shirley Anderson-Jolag on a background in performing arts, practising with her dog and imposter syndrome

'You could put your granny on him'

Losing your confidence, or not having much to begin with, can be both frustrating and traumatic. Alex Robinson meets riders who have pushed through barriers, aided by some special horses

Nielson nails it

An exciting new partnership seals grand prix honours and several riders come to the fore on unexpected catch rides

What's that noise?

Diseases of the upper airway are colloquially known as problems with the horse's “wind”, and often manifest as noise. Phil Cramp MRCVS explains

Oliver Townend

A man who'd prefer to let his horses do the “talking”, the nine-time five-star winner sits down with Catherine Austen to discuss the inimitable Ballaghmor Class and why he considers horses his true mates

Happy groom, happy horse

Top grooms give Charlie Fiset an insight on how the best employers help them thrive in the work they love, and how to recruit quality employees

Pocket rocket springs a surprise

Annabel Widdowson launches her 2025 campaign with a double qualification and a 15.2hh mare is flying

'I viewed myselfas a girl - no match for the men'

Geraldine Rees on her historic ride in the 1982 Grand National and her knack of finding sympathy with tricky horses

Soegaards Bon Royal

Laura Tomlinson's grand prix star took her back to London for the first time in eight years and looks set for a bright future. Oscar Williams meets him

Gemirande provides 24-carat magic

Venetia Williams sparkles again in the December Gold Cup and jockey brothers dead-heat

‘Happy hunting, everyone'

“The season for talks, dinners and parties has finally arrived for Tessa Waugh, whose distress about the snags of middle age fades away with some rousing festive spirits

'Monaco deserved this victory

Seemingly destined always to play the bridesmaid’s role, Harrie Smolders’ great partner Monaco finally tops an incidentpacked Rolex grand prix

'It had to end sometime'

The closure of beloved Hampshire saddlery Calcutt Sons is a loss to the hunting and wider equestrian worlds, as Octavia Pollock reports

'You couldn't want for more

The Ludlow's peaceful country makes for a day in \"hunting paradise\"

The greatest gift of all

Christmas is fast approaching and while we all like a bit of tinsel, the festive season is also a perfect time for giving to a horse charity. Niki Hinman finds out some of the options

Winter him well

A horse's winter routine can differ dramatically from his summer structure but what’s the knock-on effect? Ellie Hughes asks vets how to optimise routine management for the season

Neat feet

Excellent hoof care is a year-round concern but the winter months present their own problems. Richard Stephenson MRCVS explains the seasonal challenges afoot and how to stay one step ahead

In bygone days

Modern vets have much scientific knowledge behind them, but what about their forebears? Kieran O’Brien MRCVS opens up the world of Victorian vets in London

'When I joined the Pony Club it was just two boys and 48 girls'

Pepsi Kohler on being delightfully outnumbered by girls in the Pony Club, a leg-up from a royal and the H&H advert that changed his life

Vitali

This five-star event horse has become a fan favourite as he’s starred in the first two phases and battled his showjumping demons. Lucy Elder meets him

County show director

Sarah Moreland on multitasking within the horse world, conducting meetings while poo-picking and DIY skills

Nico de Boinville

Ahead of a high-profile Christmas campaign, the jockey with more Grade One wins than any of his peers tells Catherine Austen how his childhood prepared him for racing's pressures

'I must say I'm run off my feet'

Laura Tomlinson on lessons from abroad and the London International

Misuse of fireworks is 'anarchy' as Government discusses law

MPs have highlighted the dangers of fireworks, in a Parliament debate

Client expectations are a major concern for vets

According to results of a recent Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons survey

Insurance reps agree to work together for sustainable cover

The aim is to set up an association to unite insurers, vets and service providers to benefit everyone

New benefits and insurance changes for 2025 eventing

The membership decline and ways of adding value to the offering were among the topics at British Eventing’s AGM

Welfare action plan 'change that's needed in horse sport'

British Dressage says it has used this year’s events as a catalyst for positive change, and that all have a role to play

Danish double bridle and curb ban could be coming

An ethics council recommended bans, which the European Parliament has since discussed

'He's a terrier - a very classy terrier'

Jonbon emulates some legendary chasers as a dual Tingle Creek victor, and trainer Dan Skelton scores a seasonal century