Horse & Hound
Ploughman
Reigning national ploughing champion Martin Kerswell on keeping this tradition of farming heritage alive, the satisfaction of a perfect furrow and sibling rivalry
3 min |
October 12, 2023
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Uncertainty for new farriers as exam approval withdrawn
There may be delays for those apprentices due to take their final exam after the regulator withdrew its approval
2 min |
October 12, 2023
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Riding schools on the brink of disaster, research shows
The future is \"frightening\" as our schools face challenges with costs, staffing and horsepower
2 min |
October 12, 2023
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'I really wasn't expecting this'
Seven years after claiming the pony equivalent, a 23-year-old wins the leading showjumper of the year, with siblings taking second and third, headlining a high-class week of sport
2 min |
October 12, 2023
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Grundy has the golden touch
There are winners ranging from 13 to 77 years old; as well as converts from eventing, showing and even pointing
4 min |
October 12, 2023
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Jackpot takes the prize
Emily King scores her third win this year on a scopey nine-year-old, while others clock up their first international victories
4 min |
October 12, 2023
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A giraffe called Joe...
Tessa Waugh recounts a reluctant day out hunting that was spent shadowing her husband while trialling a new mount - and an early struggle to get in the saddle sets the tone for the meet
2 min |
October 12, 2023
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Home-bred promise is no secret
Two lightly shown horses come to the fore to finish champion and reserve in the season's ultimate showdown for home-producers
2 min |
October 12, 2023
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The most magical edition
A breeder's first to get home-bred to HOYS lifts the ultimate native accolade, while Welsh ponies keep their knees up to dominate over fences
6 min |
October 12, 2023
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Hyde Park lands the big one
A consistent gelding finally achieves supreme status after taking his third hack of the year title on the same spot
6 min |
October 12, 2023
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'Its beauty was in its simplicity'
Jodie Hall McAteer on format and an epic week at the \"pinnacle of the year\"
2 min |
October 12, 2023
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'I've thought about winning for years'
A first HOYS title comes after 10 years of trying, one rider steps in for her injured sister and multimillion pound offers flood in for the seven-year-old champion
4 min |
October 12, 2023
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A huge achievement
Hollie Gerken accumulates an incredible haul of ribbons and an \"almost perfect\" pony lands a second title
5 min |
October 12, 2023
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Safe passing of horses helps win HGV driver of the year award
A logistics company included a horse in its challenge to assess how lorry drivers deal with vulnerable road users
2 min |
October 12, 2023
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Could artificial intelligence be used in horse sport?
Tech such as that used in other sports was a talking point at the Europeans
1 min |
October 12, 2023
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Most livery owners would support licensing scheme
A survey found that a majority of owners would welcome a mandatory licensing scheme, which could benefit welfare
1 min |
October 12, 2023
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'Carl Hester needs a knighthood'
Pammy Hutton on why the dressage world is so lucky to have Carl Hester
2 min |
October 12, 2023
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Castra displays her feminine charm
Girl power prevails in the as championship two classy mares dazzle en route to the top two spots
2 min |
October 12, 2023
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Progress made towards diversity of equestrianism
Campaigners report positive news in drive for change as the governing body takes action
2 min |
October 05, 2023
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'I'm so excited for next year'
Germany triumphs, despite it not all going seamlessly, and there's plenty for the British squad to celebrate, too
7 min |
October 05, 2023
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'It's a funny old game'
The pre-dawn malaise and pouring rain evaporate as Tessa Waugh relishes a morning's autumn hunting - even when her pony gets a bit frisky and things don't go entirely to plan
2 min |
October 05, 2023
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Exciting times as two major championships move venues
The dressage and showjumping winter championships are moving from Hartpury to Addington Equestrian in 2024
2 min |
October 05, 2023
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Goodbye, my friend: reporter is laid to rest
PYECOMBE, West Sussex, came to a halt on 30 September for a final goodbye to reporter and former H&H showjumping editor Penny Richardson, who died on 9 November 2020, aged 68.
1 min |
October 05, 2023
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A different pace of life
Many racehorses go on to have fruitful second careers once they retire from the track, but the transition isn't without challenges, as Alex Robinson discovers
7 min |
October 05, 2023
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When the horse wobbles
Equine neurological emergencies are thankfully rare in the UK, but are serious and dangerous when they do happen. Jessica Thurston MRCVS explains why they might occur
6 min |
October 05, 2023
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Jay and Paige Buxton
Riders who are making a living form the backbone of our sport and some face big challenges every day. Jennifer Donald meets an inspirational couple
7 min |
October 05, 2023
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Farndon finds his feet
A gelding comes into his own as top-class combinations head to East Anglia for a valuable long-format prep run
4 min |
October 05, 2023
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Links confirmed between equine weight and airway restriction
A study has identified correlation between excess weight and changes to the structures of equine upper airways
2 min |
October 05, 2023
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Vets have a key role in changing owner behaviour
Changing hearts and minds to improve equine welfare was a key topic at a major vets' conference
2 min |
October 05, 2023
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'Quirky' mare is worth the wait
The feature class results in a surprise watershed victory while a mare proves well suited to being produced in the UK
2 min |