Don’t miss this week’s edition of Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 11 June – we’re getting hyped up for the Hickstead Derby Meeting. We take you behind the scenes at the iconic showground and give you the lowdown on who might be lining up on Derby day. In the news pages, we reflect on the recent – and inaugural – bridleless competition that took place at Merrist Wood, Surrey, examine who might be in contention for the British teams at the World Championships and much more. We also hear from Andrew Nicholson and Rebecca Penney on hot topics in eventing and showing. In this week’s Vet Clinic, we discuss shoeing and barefoot approaches why each individual horse requires a different solution. We find out about the life of a Shire horse judge, we put Jemima Green’s para dressage medallist Fantabulous in the spotlight, and this week’s foal file is Alex Bragg’s top eventer Quindiva. For sports fans, enjoy reports from the latest fixtures, including eventing, dressage, showing, showjumping, racing and riding club. There are many other articles for equestrians to enjoy – see a more detailed breakdown below.
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What’s in Horse & Hound magazine: on sale 11 June 2026
News
- Who’s in contention for British teams at the World Championships?
- Passport checks up after flu outbreaks
- First bridleless show inspires and goes viral
- Communication and humility are key for horse sport’s future
Opinion
- Letters of the week
- Eventing: Andrew Nicholson
- Showing: Rebecca Penney
People and horses
- Access all areas: Hickstead showground
- All in a Day’s Work: The Shire horse judge
- In the spotlight: Jemima Green’s para dressage medallist Fantabulous
- Foal Files: Alex Bragg’s Quindiva
Kit focus
- Breeches
Vet Clinic
- To shoe or not to shoe: Why different approaches suit different horses
Reports
- Showjumping: Vale View, Cheshire and more
- Showing: Royal Bath and West
- Eventing: Royal Jump, Blindley Heath and more
- Dressage: Wellington
- Racing: Derby Festival
- Riding Club: Arena eventing
Hunting
- Couple goals: “Mr and Mrs Team Chasing” – Roddy and Susannah Stanning
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