
Liz Falkingham
Freelance journalist
Liz Falkingham is a journalist and media consultant based in East Yorkshire. Former editor of the Farmers Guardian and communications director for NFU, Liz specialises in agricultural, rural and equestrian issues and writes across the spectrum from technical content to news analysis and general features. Liz writes for Horse & Hound, Country Living and Countryside, as well as the farming and general regional press, as well as handling PR and consultancy work for a small number of clients.
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How to help prevent your horse from losing a shoe
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When should you clip your horse for the final time to ensure a gleaming summer coat? H&H investigates...
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Turnout boots: what are the pros and cons?
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5 clipping challenges you need to prepare yourself for...
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Deep litter bedding for horses: pros and cons
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Thunder and lightning: should you keep your horse in or out?
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6 top tips to help you create plaits you can be proud of
If you want show day mornings to go without a hitch, check out these useful tips to ensure your horse is seen in plaits to be proud of...
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‘My horse has a rubbed area behind the saddle. Should I be concerned?’ — H&H investigates...
Patches of rubbed hair under the back panels of your horse’s saddle can be more prevalent at this time of year — here’s what you need to know...
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How to teach your horse flying changes
Jumping a great round is about much more than just clearing the fences. How you get from fence to fence is a key part of the round, and flying changes can enhance that. H&H asked eventer-turned-trainer Tracey Dillon for her tips on teaching flying changes
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How green is your yard? 6 budget-busting eco-friendly solutions
Eco-friendly design can be incorporated into everything from light bulbs to storage solutions — and it could save you money too
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On the hunt for the perfect family horse? Here’s what you need to look for
A good family horse is as precious as gold dust. Take a look at our demanding checklist to keep in mind on your hunt for the perfect one
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What is MIPS technology and why could it revolutionise riding helmet design?
A safety feature, already widely used in cycling and skiing helmets and designed to reduce brain injuries, could revolutionise riding helmet design
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6 festive disasters that can only happen to horsey people
Here’s H&H’s top six list of festive disasters just waiting to happen…
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12 New Forest pony facts every native fan needs to know...
Now that New Forest ponies can be found on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust’s “at risk” watchlist, it's time we sat up and took note: this handsome breed can't be taken for granted
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Why a mechanical horse could transform your riding
Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced rider, we find out how a mechanical horse could boost your performance in the saddle
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Struggling to work your horse correctly over his topline? 4 exercises to help
Having your horse in an outline is a common goal when schooling — take a look at these simple exercises to help you achieve your aims
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What are Franklin balls — and how do they work?
The use of small plastic training aids known as Franklin balls to help riders improve their body awareness so they can send clearer signals to their horse is growing among UK equestrians. We take a look at what they are and how they work
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Find the showing world intimidating? 6 questions you thought were too obvious to ask
Concerns over show ring etiquette can be off-putting for showing novices. So we have answered the questions that you thought were too obvious or embarrassing to ask
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The mysterious shrinking saddle — and other disastrous pre-competition discoveries
It’s full steam ahead to this year's competitions, right? Wrong — there’s always the minefield of disastrous discoveries to be negotiated first
