News Archive | February 2026

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February 28th
- ‘We owe him everything’: horse who loved a crowd and beat Valegro dies aged 24 after happy retirement
- ‘There was something very special about Marj’: farewell to much-loved horsewoman
February 27th
- ‘People’s response has been phenomenal’: new police horses help educate drivers
- ‘I wouldn’t want anyone else to go through this’: owners speak up after new horse found to have incurable hoof condition
- ‘It’s not about glitz and glamour, but the care provided’: national federation rewarding stables that put horse wellbeing first
February 26th
- ‘Riders will continue to feel the impact of his work for decades to come’: farewell to equine vet and researcher
- ‘Her impact is still enormous’: posthumous award for coach who dedicated her life to horses
- ‘Every show is a treasured memory now’: Carl Hester and Fame kick off their season with Doha double
February 25th
- Time called on Constitution Hill’s hurdles career – but fans will see him parade at the Cheltenham Festival
- Eventing world remembers La Biosthetique-Sam FBW: ‘We were fortunate to witness greatness’
- #savethevetschool campaign successful as vet education to continue at Cambridge University
- LeMieux unveils five new spring/summer colours for 2026
February 24th
- Don’t hedge your vets! Much hilarity as equine surgeon takes ‘flying lesson’
- Dressage horses’ stress behaviours increase with competition levels – but scores unaffected
February 23rd
- Jockey who won £500,000 launches scheme to help young riders
- ‘She outdid all our expectations’: British team mare who launched Gareth Hughes’ championship career dies aged 28
- Tiny rider facing fifth open heart surgery named honorary Grand National runner: ‘He lives life to the full’
- ‘He was fearless and taught me to ride fast across country’: Laura Collett says emotional farewell to five-star partner
February 22nd
- ‘We want you to enjoy the journey’: new showing society is for everyone, from grassroots to the top
- Farewell to former Olympic eventer and Grand National winner, aged 88
- Sometimes the weather wins: owners struggling to poo-pick reassured on worm control this wet winter
February 21st
- Beyond the bale: thinking outside the box to ensure our horses have the forage they need
- ‘I know just what can happen’: young eventer and her dad aim to help research into paralysis treatment
- ‘It’s Jerry’s world and we all live in it’: 14.2hh Welsh cob wins 1.55m bareback challenge and qualifies for Hickstead pony final in two days
February 20th
- ‘We hope others may be able to follow our lead’: feed business donates £5,000 to equine charity facing tough times
- Laminitic pony in ‘extreme pain’ put down after owner refused veterinary treatment
- ‘Love from Elizabeth’: handwritten note and horse drawings by The late Queen as a child come to light
- Racesafe adds ‘slim and unobtrusive’ air jacket to its safety range for riders
February 19th
- ‘It’s horses like that who get a piece of your heart’: farewell to prominent breeding stallion, aged 23
- ‘Cross-country remains at the core, but it’ll be a little less hilly coming home’: changes to Bramham course for 2026
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- ‘This case still haunts me’: woman with life ban on keeping animals left horses to suffer alongside their dead companions *warning: upsetting pictures*
February 18th
- ‘You have been everything’: Olympic superstar mare retires aged 16 to enjoy the future she deserves
- ‘I plan to enjoy every moment’: Annabella Pidgley and Pumpkin make World Cup debut and look ahead to the future
- ‘An incredibly sad time’ as equine welfare charity announces two centres at risk of closure
- ‘This year’s race really stands out in terms of quality’: Grand National weights revealed
February 17th
- ‘Experiencing the magic’: retired racehorses mark Chinese year of the horse in city centre
- ‘I lost my best friend’: supreme event horse who rewrote history books dies aged 26
- Meet the eight outstanding individuals presented with awards at the 2026 BSPS conference
February 16th
- Falls, frangibles and concussion in the eventing safety spotlight
- ‘What a way to start’: Charlotte Dujardin’s former ride returns to competition with his new owner
February 15th
- ‘His was a full life, well lived’: farewell to breeder and respected equestrian
- ‘Maybe he’s helped other horses’: safety measures taken in top stallion’s memory come to the fore after horsebox accident
- New ‘fabulous’ off-road route on stately home estate gives riders access to ancient woodlands
February 14th
- ‘A man of integrity, kindness and remarkable spirit’: farewell to brilliant horseman, aged 81
- ‘The stars aligned’: cob dumped unwanted, alone and feral becomes winning dressage diva
February 13th
- Joy and tears as British team horse moves to new rider: ‘There’s nothing not to love about him’
February 12th
- Sadness as former British team horse dies aged 13 despite ‘every possible effort to save him’
- Badminton shares preparations to ensure the ground is at its best following wet winter
- Great Britain fields youthful team as LLN showjumping resumes: ‘Come and cheer for the future stars of our lovely sport!’
- ‘Why I’ll always choose a native’: Harlow White on the ‘amazing’ qualities of the breeds she loves best
February 10th
- ‘I have to stay on the ground for a few weeks’: Olympic showjumper sidelined
February 9th
- Former school teacher wins historic first five-star with ‘the best horse I’ve ever ridden’
- Much-loved ‘quirky’ Grand National runner retires aged 13: ‘A remarkable horse to be involved with’
February 8th
- Royal Windsor to support serving personnel and veterans through horses, plus more partnership news
- ‘He’s so loved’: pony who survived Spindle Farm horrors comes home for good
- ‘Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it!’ Meet the two mules making waves on the bloodhounding field
- Exceptional skill, kindness and lifelong dedication: farewell to master saddler
- ‘I’ve just got to bite the bullet and do it’: British grand prix dressage rider returns to the UK to set up on her own
February 7th
- ‘She’s gorgeous’: top British rider eyes World Championships with exciting new ride
- Campaign launched to raise awareness of possible risks of inhaling hoof smoke
February 6th
- Pass the remote! Rivals season two release date confirmed alongside sneak peek of upcoming action
- Horse feed recalled: manufacturer confirms ‘no harmful substance present’
- Should horse rescues be licensed? MPs debate as Government to ask the question
February 5th
- ‘The absolute best of grassroots sport’: horsewoman who changes lives wins Sunday Times award
- ‘A king in global dressage breeding’: thousands vote famous sire of top grand prix horses for posthumous honour
- Eventing rule changes for 2026 – what you need to know about voice aids in dressage, tack rules and flag penalties
February 4th
- Warning about livery contracts after increase in disputes going to court
- ‘She owes us nothing’: consistent five-star mare to miss the eventing season to injury
- Scott Brash is crowned world number one: ‘Success comes from the time you invest in your horses’
- British five-star event rider swaps nationality: ‘Becoming part of a culture that celebrates big dreams feels like the right home’
February 3rd
- ‘I loved every second of him’: heartbroken farewell to horse who went to the top in two disciplines
- ‘Hopefully this is just the beginning’: young jockey blazes trail with historic victory
- Farewell to all-round equine enthusiast and lifelong horse lover, aged 89
February 2nd
- ‘Exceptionally wet ground conditions’ force cancellation of early British Eventing fixture
- Top British team rider announces birth of her second child: ‘Very proud and extremely lucky’
- ‘I have loved every single moment’: Frankie Dettori retires on double win after living ‘his dream’ for 40 years
- Don’t miss your essential guide to the 2026 season, in shops from Thursday 19 February
February 1st
- ‘Ensuring everyone gets home safe’: tanker driver wins award after riders share footage of his driving – which will help train others
- Dispute over dog in divorce case highlights why including horses in pre-nups could be useful
- Horses can smell humans’ fear and joy, study finds, and change their behaviour accordingly
- New series with £1,000 top prize to reward consistent combinations