Bethany Stone
Bethany’s pony obsession was enabled by her generous (but naive) non-horsey parents. A true Pony Club childhood ensued, as well as a vast unaffiliated riding career into adulthood.
A first-class University of Nottingham English graduate, Bethany has been writing equestrian features since 2017, first for Horse & Rider and Your Horse before joining Team H&H at the beginning of 2024. Since then, she has also taken to reporting at major British Riding Clubs events and covered the NAF Five Star Winter Dressage Championships in 2026.
She particularly enjoys writing in-depth explorations of the most prestigious riders’ training techniques and equestrian philosophies, and has been lucky to pick the brains of some of the world’s best over her career. A horse owner for more than 20 years, Bethany loves delving into horse care and management topics to share the best advice from experts with her readers.
Elsewhere, Bethany can be found writing about dogs, lifestyle, wellbeing and travel. Her work has featured in publications such as Country Life, The Field, and Breathe.
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Worried about lameness? Here’s when you need to call the vetFind out how to identify why a horse is suddenly lame and learn the recommended course of action
By Bethany Stone Last updated
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What is horse riding holiday insurance, and when do you need it?Horse riding holiday insurance offers protection for equestrians who want to ride on a trip abroad, but would your own horse rider insurance cover a riding staycation?
By Bethany Stone Published
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What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 29 OctoberBy Bethany Stone Published
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Do you need horse rider insurance and what does it cover?Horse rider insurance is not a legal requirement, but could be a vital safety net should things go wrong
By Bethany Stone Last updated
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12 scenarios that signal you need to call an emergency vetNot every condition requires immediate veterinary attendance, but it is vital to know when it's an equine emergency. Here is when to call the vet for a horse
By Bethany Stone Published
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What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 22 OctoberBy Bethany Stone Published
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Wondering when to start bringing horses in at night or if they’d be happier out? Here’s what you need to considerWith the weather still mild in the UK, you might be wondering if it is time to start bringing your horse in at night, or whether you can extend their summer turnout
By Bethany Stone Last updated
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What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 15 OctoberBy Bethany Stone Published
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What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 8 OctoberBy Bethany Stone Published
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Everything you need for your first horse: Horse & Hound’s definitive listNeed a checklist of everything you need for a horse of your own? From buckets and boots to tack and turnout, we’ve got you covered here
By Bethany Stone Published
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British horse breeds: expert guide to all the native breeds you will find in the UK and IrelandAll the British and Irish horse breeds, listed
By Carol Phillips Last updated
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What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 1 OctoberBy Bethany Stone Published
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Thinking about turning your horse away for winter? Here is what you need to consider firstTurning horses away for a winter break can be beneficial, but how can you tell if your horse is likely to thrive?
By Bethany Stone Published
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Maximise the value of your equestrian property and you’ll set yourself up for lifeSafeguarding your future with an equestrian property, whether you plan to stay or sell, could give you the life you’ve always wanted. Maximising value of equestrian property can make it – and your dream lifestyle – stand the test of time
By Bethany Stone Published
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What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 24 SeptemberBy Bethany Stone Published
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13 autumn horse care tasks all owners need to do right nowMake sure you and your horse are ready for the shorter days and colder weather with our autumn horse care checklist
By Bethany Stone Last updated
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What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 17 SeptemberBy Bethany Stone Published
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Biggest horse breeds in the world: terrifically tall equines you should knowHow many of the biggest horse breeds do you know?
By Martha Terry Last updated
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What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 10 SeptemberBy Bethany Stone Published
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Test your seat stability in canter with this no-stirrups exerciseNo-stirrups exercises peppered through your regular schooling are a great way to test your strength and seat
By Bethany Stone Published
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What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 3 SeptemberBy Bethany Stone Published
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Help your fields recover from drought with helpful tips to rehabilitate grazingThe weather forecast is finally hinting at sustained showers, but knowing how to help fields suffering from the drought will likely be useful most (if not all) summers
By Bethany Stone Published
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What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 27 AugustBy Bethany Stone Published
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What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 20 AugustBy Bethany Stone Published
