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The historic Haydon
Steeped in tradition, the ‘happy ship’ of the Haydon has much to be proud of, not least its supporters, many of whom have followed the hunt since childhood
Paul Nicholls
The reigning champion trainer tells Martha Terry about his big-race contenders, a reformed tearaway and why Bryony Frost might become the first woman to win the Grand National
Train like a pro
William Fox-Pitt demonstrates his systematic approach to fl atwork training with his two top horses — and suggests a handy pre-season exercise for fresh jumpers
High Quality magic for Morton
Skilled course building and plenty of strong entries produce gripping competition at South View
Behind the scenes at the Beaufort
Rebecca Jordan visits the Duke of Beaufort’s immaculate kennels and meets the team behind the seamless operation
Solo's runaway triumph
A French colt gives Paul Nicholls his fifth Adonis win, while a promising young jockey takes the day’s most valuable race
That ‘hunting gene'
H&H hunting editor Catherine Austen highlights the need for positive, passionate spirit from hunting’s supporters as it looks to the future
Barker bags it
Things go to plan for Elsi Jacques, a weeklong partnership comes up trumps, and risky turns pay off for some
Kittymoon
Lady Ross on the inimitable Kittymoon, who may not have had brakes or stunning looks, but who was ‘the greatest fun’
Access All Areas Lottie Fry
With all eyes on Tokyo, the young but talented Lottie Fry is a very real contender for the British dressage team, finds Martha Terry on a visit to her Dutch base
Squire Farquharson
With a vast hunt country to cover, Squire Farquharson’s self-funded pack produced some legendary points
Hit the road with confidence
Gearing up for a busy season behind the wheel? Before you dust off your sat-nav, make sure you’re properly covered with Shearwater Insurance
Unbeatable Bradburne
Katie Bradburne runs away with a one-two triumph, five-fight it out for the winter 138cm qualifier and Tabitha Kyle continues her winning streak
Down but not out
H&H’s hunting editor Catherine Austen’s horse is off the road, but friends come to the rescue and she enjoys an exhilarating afternoon hunt
Serena
The ‘darling’ mare who ‘coped with everything’ during the Silverton’s golden era
A dramatic victory
With extremely wet conditions and two final-fence fallers, the Nigel Twiston- Davies-trained Riders Onthe Storm takes an unexpected 14-length victory
Shilstone Rocks North Westerly
The superstar Dartmoor stallion with both looks and attitude
A day to dream about
A blur of fields galloped over and banks jumped, and an impressive ‘casualty list’, make for a memorable day with the Kildare Hunt Club
Llanarth lives on
Behind the world-famous Llanarth Stud were three pioneering women who put Welsh cobs on the map after World War II, and their legacy still endures today, discovers Madeleine Silver
16 moments that changed our world
From Xenophon to Charlotte Dujardin, the Byerley Turk to artificial insemination, Pippa Cuckson charts equestrianism’s watershed moments
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
Lord Scoundrel returns strong
The talented gelding posts a win in his first race in 18 months on his British debut
Twinkling Two Shoes is supreme
A FIVE-YEAR-OLD coloured achieved her first championship of the term when she took home the overall ridden title for her delighted connections.
Ward's risks pay off
McLain Ward and Kent Farrington go head-to-head to record a US one-two after a lightning-fast jump-off for the grand prix
The hard sell
Is it really possible to make money selling horses or is it more a matter of breaking even while enjoying the lifestyle? Stephanie Bateman investigates
Steeped in history
Fun and memories of lasting friendships compensate for a trip beleaguered by thick fog as Capt Ian Farquhar visits the welcoming Duhallow
Stars on the flags and in the field
What are the judges — and huntsmen — looking for? Rebecca Jordan finds out what characteristics each hound should possess
Lionel shows his flair
The HOYS talent seekers champions are on a roll, and young horse classes showcase promising victors
Heale scores a hat-trick
Several combinations enjoy multiple titles and a ‘sulky teenager’ redeems himself to take top honours
Billington's biggest win
An early Christmas present comes up trumps, Daisy Williams proves successful on her mission to qualify and Tabitha Kyle scores a stylish hat-trick