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Don’t be conned by ‘equestrian’ labels — and other money-saving tipsLet’s face it, horses are expensive. But you can keep costs down by not paying full whack for everything. Here’s how...
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5 (slightly naughty) reasons we’re overexcited about Jilly Cooper’s new bookWhat is it about Jilly’s sex ‘n’ horses formula that makes it so successful? Let’s take a look...
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16 tell-tale signs that autumn is comingIt's that time again. From excess hair to some questionable weather, you know autumn is coming when...
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6 horses you’ll come across when you’re looking to buy -
What breed of horse are you? Take our quiz to find outEver wondered what you’d be, if you were a horse? Of course you have. But just to be sure you’ve got it right, try this quick quiz
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The ride of your life? 14 things you’ll (quickly) learn on a fun rideSponsored and fun rides offer a wonderful opportunity to explore parks and countryside you'd never normally ride in — but there are a few things you'll learn along the way...
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Go on a pub ride — and other ways to make the most of the warm weatherFrom pubs to beaches, there are plenty of ways to make the most of the warm summer months with your horse
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14 heartfelt confessions of a horsey mumIf you're a horsey mum there are one or two things you're bound to be guilty of — from using Mane & Tail Conditioner on your children to picking them up from school in your breeches
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11 confessions of a moody mare
If your mare could speak, her ‘confessions’ would probably go something like this…
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13 signs your child is hankering after a ponyYou suspect your daughter is trying to tell you something. But what on earth could it be....? Let's examine the clues
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5 horse breeds you may never have heard ofCheck out these strange but beautiful horses
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5 things you’ll miss about your horse while on holiday (and 5 things you probably won’t)If you've been on a summer holiday recently or are preparing to go soon, you might find some of these ring true...
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‘I credit Murphy with getting my head straight’: when horses have healing powersWhen times get hard, our four-legged friends really come into their own — in fact, sometimes, they’re our saviours…
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Shadows, butterflies and daffodils — the most ridiculous things your horse is terrified ofWe asked Facebook users what was the silliest thing to freak out their horse. This is what they said…
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8 slightly weird bits of riding kitJust when you think you’ve seen it all, this riding kit turns up
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Spooking at buttercups — and other ways your horse always manages to surprise youThere's one thing that you can count on with horses — they’re predictably unpredictable, whether out on a hack or going cross-country
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15 things you’ll understand if you have a trailer rather than a lorry
It seems such a simple idea — buy yourself a trailer so you can get out and about with your horse. What could possibly go wrong? Erm... quite a lot, actually
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11 reasons your horse secretly hates you -
6 dramas that happen at every livery yardIf you’ve ever spent time on a livery yard, chances are you’ll have experienced one or more of the following…
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7 challenges only male riders will understand -
‘No hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle’ — and other quotes you’ll understand
Say what? Through history the great and the good have churned out some horsey quotes that we can all relate to...
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Looking for a summer read? 5 racy reads for horse lovers -
The 7 deadly sins of eventing: how many do you recognise?
Repent! Repent! Change your ways now, oh eventing sinners, before it’s too late…
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Lots of wine — and other reasons to try a riding camp this yearYou get to improve your riding skills AND drink a lot of wine — here’s why you definitely need to try horse camp this year
