‘A good one is priceless’: what makes a perfect first pony?
Money can buy most things — but it’s not the primary consideration when seeking the perfect first pony. We suss out what to look for in a four-legged gem
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Credit: Bill Sewlwyn 9 things you might not know about Cheltenham Champion Chase hero Altior
Here we find out a little bit more about this impressive National Hunt star who has now amassed £1,149,326 in prize money...
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9 things you might not know about transporting horses by aeroplane
Flying horses around the world requires impressive levels of organisation. Horse & Hound watches the operation swing into action at Heathrow, with horse transport company IRT
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Greyhound showing and 9 other things you might not know about Lee Pearson
Lee Pearson has a vast number of championship medals to his name thanks to his success in the world of para dressage. But there are some things you probably don’t know about him yet — let’s find out...
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Take an exclusive peek round Harry Charles’ yard
H&H visited the Hampshire stables of up-and-coming star Harry Charles and we encountered classy horses, a great team and stunning facilities — and a very special garden ornament
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Credit: Reader Watch 14.2hh intermediate eventer showjump without a bridle
Prepare to be amazed — watch this superstar pony jump bridle-less with four-star eventer Imogen Murray
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Chasing suspects and the daily routine — 8 things you might not know about the mounted police
From chasing down armed suspects to being on patrol during a visit by Donald Trump. Here’s 8 things you might not know about the mounted police regiment...
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British rider spends €59,000 on top lot at Goresbridge Go for Gold sale
A host of top riders gathered for this year’s Go for Gold select event horse sale at Goresbridge
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Credit: Martha Terry Want to be à la mode? 7 tips to help you get the most out of your French eventing experience
When in France, be chic. We’re in the thick of the French end-of-season horse trials, and for those British spectators who want be à la mode, here are a few handy tips
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Credit: Reader Eventer to hunter blog: the time had come to put the old girl to the test
‘There could still be a caged bull-creature waiting to erupt beneath my saddle’
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Credit: RACINGFOTOS.COM 13 things you might not know about 2018 champion Flat jockey Silvestre De Sousa
Newly crowned 2018 Stobart champion Flat jockey, Silvestre De Sousa, is already looking forward to attempting to add a fourth championship to his illustrious CV in 2019. Here are a few things you might not know about this Brazilian
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Credit: Reader Eventer to hunter blog: on hound exercise looking like Orphan Annie with a Hermès tie
‘I was thinking, “mission accomplished, here endeth the blog”. But then a crescendo of clattering hooves signalled the arrival of the followers and all hell broke loose’
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*NEW* Eventer to hunter blog: I hardly have a spare moment to go to the loo, let alone several hours to while away on a horse
Meet our new blogger, who has a full-time job and four children. Oh and a ‘geriatric’ former event horse who will now (hopefully) turn her hoof to hunting
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Picture 578 Riding plus champagne: is this the most luxurious horsey mini-break?
We suggest you start dropping heavy hints that you have your eye on Coworth Park in Berkshire for this Valentine’s Day, where riding doesn’t get much more luxurious...
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Are you a petite rider? Experts give their top tips for success in the saddle
Riders across the disciplines are proving that size is no barrier when it comes to getting the most out of bigger horses
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Look for a sparkle in their eye — and other secrets for finding your dream cob
Canny, but kind, cobs are honest all-rounders who won’t let the side down, whatever the discipline, and once you’ve found a good ’un, you’ll be hooked for life. But how do you go about finding the perfect super cob?
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Marilyn Hardman exercises her driving Shetland from her mobility scooter. A dolly, a mobility scooter — and other unusual secrets for keeping tiny ponies fit
When a tiny rider’s legs barely skirt the saddle flaps or a bigger rider is stuck at school, keeping pint-sized ponies in peak condition can be a challenge
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Credit: GARRY ASHTON COULTON How to survive a heatwave — whether you have a hairy cob or a competition horse
When lying by a pool is not on the agenda, H&H finds out how to get through a hot spell with your horse this summer
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Check out this smart and 'chic' yet practical jacket
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How to find the perfect trainer (this could turn around your season...)
You know that the perfect coach could turn around your season, you’re just not sure how to find one. H&H finds out...
