News Archive | June 2025

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June 30th
- ‘Few have touched so many lives’: farewell to horsewoman who left an incredible legacy
- Welcome news but more to do on securing vital vet medicines for horses
- A teenager’s high jump record, a rider benefiting from an injection normally given to horses, and other things the equestrian world is talking about
- Anything Dad can do…! Young Whitakers win at Hickstead days after Robert’s Derby triumph
- Boost for HOYS, extension of long-running partnerships, plus more sponsorship news
- ‘On top of the world is an understatement’: taking it slow pays dividends with grand prix win
June 29th
- A legacy of dedication, passion, and enduring love of horses: farewell to leading breeder and owner
- ‘I asked my vet for the treatment!’ Rider with ‘catastrophic’ knee damage healed by injection given to horses
- ‘Not worth the paper they’re written on’: tampered horse passport case highlights why digital system is needed
- Teenager clears the biggest fence of her life at 7ft 3in to share Bolesworth puissance spoils: ‘I’m lost for words’
June 28th
- ‘He put everything into all he did’: farewell to a perfectionist who stepped up to resolve a crisis
- ‘This one’s for you’: rider qualifies for national championships with horse renamed for his late owner
- Statue of The late Queen on horseback among plans for national memorial
June 27th
- The showjumpers carrying British hopes at the Europeans, an Olympic horse’s comeback and other things the horse world is talking about
- Horse world is facing challenges – but weathering the storm
- ‘Hugely exciting’ British team of Olympic medallists, debutant and returning riders named for European Championships
- ‘This is about more than sport’: fresh calls for digital equine passports in the UK and across Europe
- Top eventer picks up first 1.50m showjumping win with tiny horse who’s a ‘real trier’
- LeMieux launches new long and short leather riding boots
June 26th
- Baby joy, LA28 Olympics challenges, and Army horses having fun on the beach – what the equestrian world is talking about
- ‘He’s a special character’: Olympic horse returns to the top level with a win a year after injury
- ‘The more people cheered, the more he galloped’: one-eyed former racehorse wins Hickstead championship
- ‘Our hearts have doubled in size’: baby joy for top British rider and family
- A ‘special moment’ as cavalry horse who galloped loose through London joins colleagues for a beach trip – and swim
June 25th
- ‘No stone unturned’: major new deal supports Britain’s top riders until next Olympic and Paralympic Games
- ‘Aggressive’ driver who told horse riders she was ‘fed up with people like you’ ordered to pay £600
- ‘A flame that burns so bright cannot burn for long’: farewell to Olympic mare, aged 12
- ‘It shows anything’s possible’: meet the blind showing enthusiast who won at Cheshire County Show
June 24th
- ‘She will be dearly missed’: farewell to event organiser and much-loved supporter of equestrian world
- A fitting send-off for a retiring superstar, horse flies on the rampage, and other things the horse world is talking about
- New rider for Olympic silver medal-winning horse who switches nationality
- World’s top three riders named on British long-list for European Eventing Championships
- ‘I want to be back at the top’: Olympic rider’s Hickstead winner is a ‘horse for a big occasion’
June 23rd
- Teenager wins four out of four at major British horse show – having started riding on racing camels
- Farewell to much-missed equestrian supporter known for his dedication – and his mints
- Fourth Whitaker’s Hickstead Derby thriller, fainting riders, kind strangers and other things the horse world is talking about
June 22nd
- ‘He did it all, with a smile on his face’: former Hickstead Derby winner’s fitting retirement
- ‘I’ve been watching this since I was a kid’: Whitaker thrilled to win first Hickstead Derby, with 19-year-old superstar
- Remarkable horses, extraordinary service: three equines who spent years helping people retire to their forever home
- True showmanship and kindness as stranger leads horse after owner faints – over his own entry
June 21st
- Can anyone catch him? Unstoppable Edwards takes blistering speed Derby win
- Miniature therapy pony with ‘an awful lot of personality’ nominated for BBC award
- He said: ‘I knew you were going to do that!’ Top rider swipes win from under brother’s nose – with his ‘future dream horse’
- Thoroughbreds are just as good as other breeds in five-star eventing, research has shown
- ‘Don’t cut off my boots – they have zips!’ 70-year-old rider who broke both legs in fall thanks air ambulance that came to her aid
June 20th
- Victory for Lottie Fry, a special comeback at Hickstead and other things the horse world is talking about
- Former Hickstead Derby winner jumps off against himself – to win trial with horse he’s had two weeks
- Police with tape measure and string catch loose horse in the road – with help from a vocal peacock
- Extra-special moment as medal-winning rider who broke back in fall makes winning comeback to Hickstead
June 19th
- A fabulous Hickstead, an investigation opens and other things the horse world is talking about
- What Britain’s Rotterdam performance means for the Euros as Olympic combination Lottie Fry and Glamourdale lead the way
- ‘Profoundly disturbing scenes’: FEI opens investigation into Olympic rider’s whipping horse caught on video
- Horse’s death a ‘heartbreaking reminder’: parliament road safety campaign is just the start, riders promised
June 18th
- A 20-year-old Olympic mare coming home, a police horse in sunglasses at Ascot and other things the equestrian world is talking about
- Police horse wows Royal Ascot in designer sunglasses: ‘People seem to love them!’
- ‘Humbled and honoured’: British course-designer takes top job at LA Olympics
- Who made the cut? British European youth dressage teams revealed and why there’s no pony squad
- The King’s birthday honours celebrate those improving humans’ and horses’ lives
June 17th
- ‘I’m absolutely devastated’: British rider withdraws from European team contention
- ‘She means so much to me’: joy as 20-year-old Olympic horse is coming home, thanks to £116,000 bid
- Farewell to pony who was disabled riders’ best friend, a 100km walk in under 24hrs, and other news the horse world is talking about
- Hickstead Derby legend bids for historic comeback: ‘A fifth one would be nice!’
- How enterprising equestrians are helping others save time, money and energy
- ‘We lack critical data’: top specialists ask pressing questions about body protectors and air vests
June 16th
- Meet the ‘incredible’ mare conquering the world with Scott Brash, and a 76-year-old legend lands grand prix
- ‘Emotional goodbye’ to elderly RDA pony who was a ‘best friend’ to many
- Ros Canter’s latest five-star win, what’s next for BBC’s Race Across the World-winning rider, and farewell to an Olympic eventer’s life-changing horse – what the horse world is talking about
- Multiple four-star winner who was placed at Badminton retires: ‘She’ll spend her days being the queen she is’
- Burghley’s new safety partner, charity boost for every Ryan Moore winner at Royal Ascot, and more partnership news
June 15th
- ‘Eternal love and gratitude’: Olympic eventer’s farewell to horse who changed his life, shaped his future and was his best friend
- ‘A bit broken but worth every step’: 70-year-old walks 60+ miles to help horses
- ‘I’m so glad I’ve been able to show the world what a good horse he is’: career-best result for New Zealand rider at Luhmühlen while Laura Collett finishes third
- ‘I locked myself in the loo and re-watched videos I’m proud of’: Ros Canter credits new preparation strategy for Luhmühlen victory
- Drama at Luhmühlen five-star final horse inspection as top four partnership is spun
June 14th
- ‘Being sat on a horse like that is something I have to treasure’: Laura Collett leads the way at Luhmühlen following action-packed cross-country
- ‘A true gentleman, proud father and grandfather’: farewell to legendary racehorse trainer
- ‘Showing the world what’s possible’: teenage rider showjumps bridleless – and has big dreams
June 13th
- Find out when your favourites and top names go cross-country at Luhmühlen five-star
- ‘He deserves to win every event he goes to’: Laura Collett and London 52 throw down the gauntlet in contentiously marked Luhmühlen five-star dressage
- Olympic heroes and rising stars named as first European entries list confirmed
- Brits at Luhmühlen five-star, an Olympic medallist retires, and other things the horse world is talking about
- 61-year-old horse rider reveals plans for next adventure after winning BBC’s Race Across the World
- Top rider confirms Olympic horse’s retirement with ‘a tremendous amount of pride and gratitude’
June 12th
- Olympic rider suspended, community riding school’s plea for help, and more things the horse world is talking about
- British riders hold first four spots after day one of Luhmühlen five-star dressage with some questioning ‘disappointing’ scores
- Olympic rider suspended for repeatedly whipping young horse in video says it was a ‘rescue mission’
June 11th
- Find out when the British competitors will ride their dressage tests at Luhmühlen five-star
- Gold medal teams, viable livery yards and other things the horse world is talking about
- Happy to the end: sad farewell to thoroughbred who completed Badminton, aged 33
- One horse sent to holding box at Luhmühlen five-star trot-up
- ‘We’re not giving up without a fight’: community riding school pleas for help to avoid ‘imminent closure’
- Exam proposed to own horses – but ‘the best PR is doing the right thing’
- ‘It’s gold medal stuff’: selection battle intensifies for final spot on Britain’s team for the European Dressage Championships
June 10th
- ‘We’re not here to subsidise people’s hobbies’: the steps livery yards need to take to stay viable
- Teenage pony left tied up in a car park with infected, maggot-infested wound had to be put down *warning: upsetting picture*
- What the public thinks of whips and spurs – and whether sport horses have good lives
- ‘I miss him deeply – and look forward to having him with me again’: Annabella Pidgley shares Gio update
- Outstanding British team horse sold abroad, Carl Hester and Fame on top form, and other things the equestrian world is talking about
June 9th
- New research on equine facial expressions a ‘game-changer for anyone working with horses’
- ‘He’s so special’: Carl Hester and Fame dominate at Wellington CDI as the European preparations ramp up
- A ‘phenomenal’ transatlantic winning double and how one horse put years of seconditis behind him for a sparkling winning streak
- A brilliant Bramham, US deaths of at least 16 horses being investigated, and other things the horse world is talking about
- ‘She was a once-in-a-lifetime horse for me’: one of Britain’s most successful team horses sold to Australia
June 8th
- ‘The best day ever’: bridal party arrives in horsebox for the perfect Brightling wedding
- ‘Something special about him’: obese pony dumped with headcollar embedded in his face embarks on new happy life
- ‘I’ve seen legends win this – and I’m very proud of the horse he’s become’: Bubby Upton wins Bramham
- Two horses sent to holding box at Bramham final trot-up and three leave competition
June 7th
- Yasmin Ingham scores first Bramham win by finest margin on ‘super brave and bold’ young mare
- ‘Relief’ as rider who re-rerouted after Badminton disappointment takes Bramham under-25 national title
- One epic week! Three cousins pick up HOYS tickets – and their dads didn’t do badly either
- ‘This is unbelievable’: extraordinary horse proves uncatchable to fulfil the Derby dream
- Deaths of 16 horses linked to feed contamination as officials continue to investigate
- Young British talent eyes up first senior four-star long win on ‘phenomenal’ horse as Bramham cross-country juggles leaderboard
June 6th
- A future force, an arrogant veteran and a five-star winner who’s gaining confidence in top 10 as Bramham dressage concludes
- ‘I rang Pippa Funnell and thought about going home’: Piggy March on her ‘nightmare’ preparation for Bramham dressage with new ride
- ‘Incredible for everyone’: mega filly powers to Oaks victory
- Fit, not fat: experts have their say on what elite sport horses should look like
- Young Brit takes over five-star horses, new baby for Olympic medallist and other things the horse world is talking about
- ‘He was unbelievably sharp’: time and patience pay off as young Brit takes lead in Bramham four-star long
June 5th
- Brit who hit headlines at Badminton leads under-25s at Bramham: ‘He knows what he needs to do, does it, then has a sleep’
- Young British competitor takes over ride on two five-star event horses: ‘I’m grateful for the opportunity’
- ‘We will give you the most amazing life’: new baby for Olympic medallist and wife
- Home-bred leads Bramham four-star long dressage, as his full sibling ‘twins’ are due
- Bramham, LA28 news, and more things the horse world is talking about
June 4th
- One horse leaves competition and three held at Bramham first trot-up
- A British world one-two-three, a top mare gives birth and other things the horse world is talking about
- Igniting the passion for horses: Horse & Hound brings out its first junior special
- ‘The sport I Iove’: new leader tops British one-two-three in world rankings
- Britain ‘targeting success’ as details of LA28 Paralympic dressage confirmed
- ‘She’s completely in love’: former British grand prix star welcomes her first foal – six weeks late
June 3rd
- British Olympic hero triumphs in St Gallen – and eyes Aachen 10 years on from Grand Slam win
- ‘Discarded like rubbish’: foal found dumped in ditch may not have been dead when abandoned *warning, upsetting picture*
- Outstanding vets save a foal with broken jaw and a horse with a life-threatening stomach tumour – plus other things the equestrian world is talking about
June 2nd
- Hopes UK-EU deal could spell benefits for equine welfare and industry
- Joy from suffering: ‘miracle’ foal born to mare likely saved from export to Europe for slaughter
- Former racehorse deemed too quirky to rehome now happy at centre helping people, a horse whose extreme bucking led to wire being found in his forehead – and other things the horse world is talking about
June 1st
- ‘He feels amazing’: horse with life-threatening tumour saved by pioneering surgery
- ‘I’m glad I listened to him’: horse who ‘exploded’ when ridden found to have wire embedded in his forehead
- Culture change needed as vet injuries played down and ‘discussed like pub stories and banter’