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Lights, Camera, Action! Future Of Video In Sport

Video has been touted as a way of moving equestrian sport forward and welcomed as a protective measure at shows

Grooms, Are You Really Self-Employed?

The British Grooms Association has launched a survey to discover the extent of a concerning trend in the industry

Ladies-In-waiting Prove Their Worth

Two British hopefuls make their mark for European selection, while the Antipodeans make it a one-two-three and a rider redeems herself with a win

Werth Her Weight In Gold

Isabell Werth wows in the grand prix freestyle, while America’s ascending superstar Laura Graves gives the Germans a serious run for their money

Diversify Or Die: The Future For Competition Venues?

After another popular show centre is set to close, what does the future hold?

Bonza! Tapner Triumphs

Paul Tapner shows why he’s an amateur in name only with a scorching clear

Mansur Hits A High Note

Yuri Mansur leads a remarkable Brazilian effort across the Royal International week as he conquers the King George, with Britain taking third courtesy of Keith Shore

East - Codham Park, Essex | Brook Farm, Essex

‘Mr Consistent’ posted solid novice wins, while an Irish mare impressed at the same level with a huge score.

Creating Sunrises For Our High-Tech Horses

Artificial daytimes, rug sensors and racing trainers were among the developments discussed at a tech conference

Trust Triumph As Vote Secures Hunts' Future

The defeat of a motion to ban hunting shows the public’s viewpoint

Needle Shy

What’s the best approach with a horse who is scared of injections? Roger Lee MRCVS offers some expert advice

Sharn Linney

The girl behind the newly-crowned HOYS supreme pony talks to Rebecca Haywood about Thistledown Van Der Vaart’s star quality

Teaching Horses To Hunt

Beanie Sturgis, four-star event rider and field master to the Duke of Beaufort’s, is an expert in introducing horses to the hunting field. Here she offers some tips for doing it successfully

'Let There Be Lights': Riders Are Encouraged To Be More Visible

Research suggests riders should wear LEDs to keep safe on the roads, as well as highvis gear on both human and horse

Showing Judges To Be Monitored

A NEW “quality control” scheme for showing judges is to be piloted next year by the Coloured Horse and Pony Society (CHAPS).

Fears For Our Horses If Drugs Are Used Badly

INCREASING antibiotic resistance could lead to horses’ dying from infections as vets will not be able to treat them, a leading practitioner has warned.

Charlotte Fry

The young dressage star on home-cooked meals and German invasions

Room To Play

A winter without turnout is a bleak prospect for many. Emily Donoho asks top riders how they manage to turn out their horses whatever the weather and why meticulous field maintenance is key

Maintaining The Racing Line

With several new point-to-point courses appearing in the calendar, Stephanie Bateman finds out how are these raw sites are prepared and what the keys are to managing multiple meetings in unpredictable British weather

Louise Bell - On Using Travers To Develop Rhythm, Balance And Harmony

The grand prix dressage rider explains an exercise in travers to encourage the horse to take the weight behind and improve the rhythm and flexibility

‘Big day' for new trainer Jukes and owners

Iberico finishes four lengths clear to record fi rst Classic win

Campaign Aims To Save Equine Vets From Injury

Owners are encouraged to help vets avoid career-threatening accidents

Alex Bragg On Using Cavaletti

The four-star event rider explains a polework exercise he uses to improve the quality of a horse’s canter as well as its concentration, agility and core fitness

Fitting The Right Bit, Straight From The Horse's Mouth

A three-dimensional scan of an equine mouth is to be used to create a bespoke bit, in what is believed to be a first

Dan Greenwood On Improving Suppleness

The grand prix dressage rider discusses using turn on the forehand to improve suppleness and refine the horse’s understanding of the leg aid

Riders Call For Changes To Tack Check Process

An incident in which a horse escaped after its bridle came offcaused concern

Why Riders Need To Eat Like Elite Athletes

The effect of nutrition on performance has been studied across disciplines

'Iconic' Setting For Paris 2024 Equestrian Events

A FIRST glimpse of how the Olympic and Paralympic equestrian events could look at Paris 2024 has been revealed. 

Other Nations Show That GB Can Recover

The recovery of the New Zealand and Canadian federations could look positive to beleaguered Britain

The Very Real Dangers Of Winter Journeys

OWNERS are being warned to take extra care when transporting horses during the winter. As temperatures drop and with widespread snow already this season, NFU Mutual has issued a horsebox safety warning.