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
Martha Terry
Acting features editor
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
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...
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
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…
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
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
Check out this smart and ‘chic’ yet practical jacket
I tried this olive green quilted jacket from Hicks & Brown in size 10. I love the colour — it looks expensive but understated, so works in any context. This…
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...
Is there such a thing as the perfect breed of dog for your yard?
Dogs often go hand in hand with riders. But which breed should we be opting for, for a quiet life on the yard?
6 dream schools for horsey children
The new school term is not such a blow when ponies are on the agenda. We round up the horsey prep schools that we wish we had attended
What extremes do riders go to in their quest for Olympic glory?
Riders will tolerate a lot in the name of Olympic glory, from flash floods and stifling heat to jet lag and volcanic terrain. We take a look at some of…
Weather, flight time and facilities: what will be the conditions in Rio for our riders?
Isn't it British to be talking about the weather in Rio? But while any Olympian is focused on rivals and tactics, there’s a glut of other factors — weather included…
‘A born event horse’: what makes Michael Jung’s Badminton-winning ride so good?
After clinching the Badminton title on Sunday (8 May 2016), we take a look at what makes Michael Jung's ride La Biosthetique-Sam FBW such a special horse — from his…
7 ways to keep boys keen on riding
Find out how parents can prevent ambitious sons from fleeing a world of pink numnahs and high-pitched giggles
New app to assess equine welfare developed
A new android app to assess horse welfare has been developed by researchers in Italy
New equine welfare qualification launched
The Horse Trust and Lantra Awards have launched the first qualification within the equine welfare sector
Disadvantaged youths to be introduced to racing
British racing has launched a partnership aiming to help disadvantaged young people by introducing them to the sport
See the world-famous Spanish Riding School on UK tour
The academy is celebrating its 450th anniversary
Keyhole fences… are they too dangerous? H&H investigates *H&H VIP*
Keyhole fences are being debated following a number of serious accidents