Polly Portwin
Hunting editor
Polly joined the Horse & Hound team in summer 2013. A former senior master of the Bicester with Whaddon Chase, her hunting knowledge and contacts are second to none. She left Horse & Hound at the end of 2016 to join The Hunting Office.
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‘Brave, competitive and always well mounted’: farewell to hunt chairman and respected restaurateur
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8 ways to avoid looking flustered on your first day autumn hunting
Take a look at our top tips on what to remember ahead of your first day autumn hunting in the next few weeks so you don’t appear late, flustered and unkempt in front of masters and hunt staff
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The Countryside Alliance’s Polly Portwin asks: ‘Are you a National Trust member?’
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Most treasured possessions: The deep significance of the hunting horn *H&H Plus*
A hunting horn often carries a deeper significance than merely a tool to hunt hounds, finds Polly Portwin
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Going hunting on Boxing Day? Here's what you need to know
Do you fancy going hunting on Boxing Day? Horse & Hound offers some tips on how to go about it, including who to contact and how to prepare
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Horse & Hound’s ultimate A-Z of hunting
To celebrate this week’s hunting special of Horse & Hound magazine (26 October 2017), take a look at our A-Z of hunting, from newcomers and Ireland to unseated riders and X-rays
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The 'ideal' tack trolley you can really rely on
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'She was a beautiful person': tributes to rider who died after hunting fall
'The whole equestrian community must be in complete shock tonight'
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Horse & Hound reveals hunting special issue
A special souvenir cover showing the beauty of our countryside, a full hunt directory and our first Hunt Hero are all included in this week's special edition
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Polly Portwin: Hunting is a wonderful distraction *H&H VIP*
Horse & Hound's hunting editor looks ahead to the start of the new season and discusses what hunting is doing to attract new followers.
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Hunting clinics: get ready for the season
Whether you are concerned about an unintended mid-field Spanish Riding School display, or simply want to brush up on hunt etiquette and terms, a pre-season hunting clinic provides an introductory hunting education for both horse and rider
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Huntsman acquitted of GBH 'should never have been prosecuted'
The Countryside Alliance has questioned why the case of Mark Doggrell was taken to court
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Bruises — and other things you swiftly encounter when you sign up for a charity race
If you are lucky enough — or perhaps crazy enough — to accept an invitation to take part in a charity race, H&H takes a look at a few points you may encounter along the way to lining up…
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'Amazing opportunity': chance to ride on Grand National course with top jockey
The winning rider will have the chance to get up close and personal with the famous Aintree fences
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Flying solo – how to tow alone safely and with confidence
If you're thinking about taking the plunge by towing a trailer on your own, read our expert advice on how to 'go it alone' with your horse
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Willberry Wonder Pony goes hunting
Hannah Francis's mascot joined the Devon and Somerset Staghounds for a special meet
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Roll up, roll up to Rydal: Which hound gets your nod?
Take a look at the hounds that caught the eye, plus some other highlights thrown in for good measure
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All eyes on the winners at the West of England hound show
Take a look at who caught the eye at the Honiton hound show
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Quorn to launch hunting safety helmet
The hunt has worked with members and manufacturer Charles Owen to develop the hat, which they hope will 'satisfy traditionalists'