Equestrian news
Showjumping hopefuls begin Olympic preparations in Florida
Following on from GB’s notable showjumping successes in 2010 and 2011 the British team has some exciting prospects looking ahead to the summer of 2012.
British Horse Foundation awards dressage trainers
Lizzie Richmond from Ripon and Charlotte Wilson from Snainton, have received prestigious National Awards with their ex racehorses.
North of the Border Foal and Youngstock Show
THE Scottish Sports Horse committee’s North of the Border Foal and Youngstock Show took place in glorious sunshine at Inchcoonans Equestrian.
Colic is biggest risk to horses this winter
HORSES are at more risk of colic during the winter months compared to any other time of the year warns South West rural insurance company Cornish Mutual.
Riding is good for your health
RESEARCH commissioned by The British Horse Society (BHS) has found that regular participation in horse riding is good for your health.
Bakst eases to victory in 33rd Arab Marathon
SUNDAY October 30 saw a group of determined riders take part in the 33rd Arab Marathon at Larkhill Racecourse, Salisbury.
Fell pony society's annual sale
THE annual sale of fell ponies and other mountain and moorland breeds was held at Penrith market, Cumbria, with 128 forward.
Fireworks frighten horses
FOR many people Bonfire Night is an enjoyable evening watching spectacular firework displays and warming themselves by a bonfire, but for horse owners it can be a time of concern and distress.
Wright’s performance secures the Express Eventing crown at HOYS
MATTHEW Wright and If You Want II won the 2011 Express Eventing crown at the Horse of the Year Show, with a spectacular performance which had the crowd on the edge of their seats.
Webber takes supreme honours again at HOYS
IT was a second win in two years of the supreme horse title for producer Jayne Webber at this year’s Horse of the Year Show.
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Results announced for the Leading Rider awards 2011
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New Royal School of Veterinary head appointed
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Webber takes supreme honours at HOYS 2011
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Successful year for equestrian team GBR
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Champion pony Done And Dusted VI cleans up yet again
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Action-packed line-up for premier equestrian event
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Deserved success for Scottish horse show
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British riders head Junior European Championships
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Fighting spirit helps Britain to bronze at eventing championships
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British dressage team storms to victory
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Grand National course changes welcomed by welfare group
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Scottish Horse Show details announced after event postponed
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Suspected outbreak of glanders horse disease in Europe
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Veterinary graduates networking scheme to be launched
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Trekking for charity in Mongolia



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