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Katy Green

The showing rider draws huge inspiration from her mentors and has big plans for the working hunter scene. Alex Robinson checks in with Katy Green to find out how she juggles business and competition

First ladies

Male and female riders may now compete as equals, but a few skilled horsewomen paved the way in a historically masculine sport, finds Jennifer Donald

Louise Hoadley

The East Essex hunt secretary is the first person to offer a helping hand, and has passed her love of hunting on to her “mad keen” daughter

Aimee Devane

The mountain and moorland specialist on pursuing her dreams, her laid-back personality and what motivates her to get out of bed in the morning

Better out than in

A diseased or damaged molar that is beyond repair is best removed, but how? Neil Townsend MRCVS explains

7 ways top riders deal with nerves

Even the world’s elite riders aren’t immune to competition nerves. Martha Terry discovers how they channel their jitters into a winning performance

A Post-Covid World May Give Fresh Opportunities For Sector

Equestrian businesses could benefit from an increase in interest as a result of restrictions

Mistral Højris

Naturally blessed with athleticism and presence, the striking Michellino gelding overcame stage fright with the help of Laura Tomlinson to join the top flight and take his place in British dressage history. Polly Bryan charts his story

Paisley Park is prince of the pack

The popular son of Oscar shows his stamina as he refuses to be beaten, and the Dan Skelton-trained My Drogo shows potential to be up there with the best

Natasha Baker

The Paralympic gold medallist on keeping an open mind, the value of TRT training and which grand prix horse would be perfect for para dressage

Disckoboy does the double

The grand prix produces an end-of-season test for the 21 contenders as Olli Fletcher dominates the top classes

Mike Felton

One of the country’s most experienced masters, Mike Felton is an integral part of the Blackmore and Sparkford Vale. Tessa Waugh meets him

Jessica Burke

How did a Galway maths teacher become the hottest new name on the international showjumping circuit? Jennifer Donald finds out

Christmas magic

Boxing Day may be hunting’s most visible day of the season, but there’s something magical about hunting on Christmas Eve – even if things don’t go to plan, says Frank Houghton Brown

Be kind to yourself

Tessa Waugh’s first post-lockdown meet is a tense affair on pent-up horses, and she resolves to revise her typically manic Christmas schedule to involve some genuine festive downtime

A gift horse...

Many children dream of unwrapping a pony at Christmas time – even if they’re in for a rocky ride. Eleanor Jones meets the lucky few whose wishes came true

Tamarillo

Known for his quirky attitude, this spooky part-bred Arab proved brilliantly athletic after a sticky start. Catherine Austen pays homage to this class act

‘A blur of galloping and jumping'

These characterful bloodhounds put on a fastpaced day for the enthusiastic field, with plenty of jumping and fun to be had by everyone

‘This was a Christmas miracle'

Carl Hester reflects on a very special national championships in tough times

Imperial Aura

The Cheltenham Festival winner is an “absolute gentleman” and a careful jumper who loves to show off, as his connections tell Hannah Lemieux

Enough

Owners are urged to act to help bring an end to fireworks’ devastation

Staying in the plate

It’s an honour to ride other people’s horses as hunting correspondent, says former H&H editor Michael Clayton, but definitely a risky business

Nicol gives a Winning performance

Carron Nicol leads over a tough grand prix course, while a daring turn pays off for a competitive Joe Trunkfield

Perfect Priscilla reigns supreme

Show animals of the future ensure they’re heading into the 2021 term with overall accolades to their names

Nativity play producer

Henrietta Fiddian-Green organises animals in a bonanza nativity play, which draws thousands to the Surrey Hills

Odin

This “unbelievable” horse could get out of any trouble, carrying huntsman Gary Boon safely through trappy country

Kirsty Aird

The Scottish show producer and showjumper on parting with perfectionism, the importance of quality feeding and her superstitious habit

‘A real people person'

With 17 years as secretary of the Beaufort, Nigel Maidment is a much-loved face on the hunting field. Catherine Austen chats to his connections

Hollie Doyle

The golden girl of racing talks to Martha Terry about smashing records and dead-lifting 125kg, her partner in crime and enjoying anonymity offthe track

Friend or foe?

It worked for our horses’ wild ancestors, but is it wise to co-graze equines and livestock today? Peter Green MRCVS discusses the pros and cons