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Concern as nearly half of grooms employed illegally

A survey found many grooms are not being paid the minimum, and are working extra unpaid hours

Breeding by numbers

Will the evolving technology in areas of genetic selection, gene editing and DNA printing one day determine how we breed sport horses? Eleanor Jones asks the experts

Making dreams a reality

Is it a case of first, second or even third time lucky for small-scale breeders? Jennifer Donald chats to successful multi-generation producers to find out when they struck gold

Lewis Carrier

The young grand prix rider has big dreams for 2023 and beyond, finds Polly Bryan, and he has every chance of making them a reality

'Get out of the goldfish bowl'

Katie Jerram-Hunnable on training classes and preparing for bigger rings

Shock and sadness as RDA boss and chair both resign

The Riding for the Disabled Association has announced with 'great sadness' that the pair have stepped down

Calls for major change at the Spanish Riding School

A petition wants to “stop the destruction” of the school, after the departure of its previous chief rider last month

Exciting opportunity to make major change in our industry

Short-, mediumand long-term commitments for change have been made, based on new research

Gilmour dances to surprise win

An intermediate combination dazzle with an unexpected qualifier win, while two pairs of sisters are in sync

Novice pair shine for supreme honours

A Dartmoor mare and her young jockey are foot-perfect to come out on top, while a self-confessed OAP” and a data analyst are also among the winners

Speller takes the spotlight

A stable jockey to the Breens emerges with a championship double, while the boss adds to the yard haul

Hopping lame

Hoof abscess known as pus in the foot - can present in an alarming way but be easily remedied. Here's how to deal with this common problem

Clydesdale breeder

TV star Pete Black on preserving the Clydesdale legacy through his family's Collessie Stud, the art of silky feathers and how the breed tugs a different heartstring to any other

Access All Areas Laura Collett

Whether schooling racehorses, winning Olympic gold or going about her daily routine, there's never a dull moment on Laura Collett's yard. Martha Terry goes behind the scenes as the Badminton winner gears up to defend her title

'Talent is not enough in dressage'

Anna Ross on Addington CDI and what is needed to succeed at the top

The end of an incredible party'

Three of the United’s joint-masters are retiring after a wild and celebrated tenure, and their final meet shows there are no snowflakes’ here

'We are hunting people'

James Andrews, who is moving from the South and West Wilts to become master and huntsman of the Cotswold on 1 May, is the fourth generation of his family to hunt a pack of hounds

Sprinter Sacre

The Black Aeroplane” was one of the best twomile chasers the world has ever seen. Brilliant from the outset, it was his return to glory from a heart condition that sealed his place as a racing legend

All good things...

~The last meet of the season gets off to a lively start thanks to generous stirrup cups, as Tessa Waugh enjoys a final spin with hunting friends before lambing takes over

Team chasing's new fall rule trialled this season

Riders who come off will be eliminated instantly and have to retire in a measure that will be reviewed by autumn

Last chance to act on live transport for slaughter

The Government has been urged not to backtrack on its manifesto promise

Cap on dressage penalties may help prevent cross-country falls

A major study on eventing safety found higher dressage penalties meant increased risk of horse falls

Farewell to event horse who helped make history

The incomparable medal-winner Primmore’s Pride has been put down aged 30

Calls for change after rider severely injured at trot-up

Lisa Marriott was badly hurt when her horse kicked her as she waited for the vet inspection

'It's not for softies'

A survivor of the Mongol Derby is the main act at the annual fundraising hunt supporters' supper, where tales of saturating rain and fermented milk leave Tessa Waugh inspired from afar

'Princess' Karisma scores a treble

Two talented mares steal the limelight at the Scottish regionals, while patience pays off for a winner in Wales

Andrew Sallis

Imagine if you could \"design\" the day's hunting of your dreams... What hounds would be hunting, where would it be and who would you take with you?

MG Wallaby Esq

\"Well travelled, scopey and adaptable,\" this bold hunter accompanied his rider to Germany and Northern Ireland and hunted brilliantly wherever he went

'He set up my career

Every rider holds a place in their heart for their first five-star horse, more so if they've grown from youth teams to the top level. Gemma Redrup looks back on some partnerships that have gone all the way

Makeover magic

Whether you want to restore an old yard to its former glory or pull down derelict sheds and start from scratch, a stabling project needs a vision. Martha Terry discovers how to do it