News Archive | March 2026

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March 31st
- Cheltenham cancels rest of season’s fixtures to allow ground work on the course
- Charles Owen introduces new ‘lightweight’ body protector for junior riders
- Horse fatally injured and rider hurt in attack by two dogs
- Final farewell to great five-star campaigner: ‘You took me places I never dreamed of’
March 30th
- Charlotte Dujardin pulls out of World Cup Final as Becky Moody carries British hopes
- New programme gives three young British riders chance to compete at Kentucky
- Five-star event rider sidelined with broken leg: ‘I’m doing as much rehab as I can and hopefully that will pay off in the long run’
- An ‘incredibly sad day’ as equine charity closes two centres and 33 jobs lost
March 29th
- ‘More!’ 15-month-old rider loves her first ride on tiny stallion – who has his dinner in the kitchen
- ‘A wonderful impact’: riding school’s work recognised with two awards
March 28th
- ‘Ask the question every day’: why welfare is what horses need – not what we think they need
- ‘X Factor with Horses’: could a talent-spotting series help support new stars?
March 27th
- ‘This issue is not going away’: MP takes next step for equestrian road safety
- ‘Accidents happen’: Laura Collett out of action after ‘freak fall’ while cross-country schooling
March 26th
- Four British riders among ‘one of the highest-rated’ Kentucky five-star fields ‘on record’
- ‘I’ve never seen flooding like it’: rescue of herd trapped by rising water is a cautionary tale for owners
- ‘An all-out war on the countryside’: Government accused of ‘warped priorities’ as trail-hunting ban consultation opens
March 25th
- ‘It was surreal’: livery yard owners in choir that earned Britain’s Got Talent golden buzzer in ‘ecstatic’ performance
- ‘It was time to back myself’: rider switches nationalities and aims for World Championships
- More power for police under new law on dog attacks – but horse owners will ‘still have questions’
March 24th
- ‘This leaves an awful hole’: farewell to talented young horse lost to infection
- Huge progress made in 10 years for equestrian road safety – but any horse dying on our roads is one too many
- ‘We remain positive’: family’s thanks for support as five-star rider remains in coma after fall
March 23rd
- Brash is better than ever in Paris and a fiery mare with a ‘humungous heart’ scores on tough US debut
- ‘She is still fighting – and so are we’: next hours critical for neglected pony ‘left to die’ in field
- 11-year-old rider enjoys instant success in step up from 128cms to horses: ‘We didn’t plan it, they just gelled’
- British eventing stars aim to complete historic hat-trick as Badminton entries revealed
March 22nd
- ‘A bond like no other’: farewell to horse who represented Britain and completed extraordinary feats
- Failing to support midlife women in workplace risks loss ‘industry can ill afford’
- ‘Robust demand’ for natives – as hopes new research will strengthen future of ‘irreplaceable’ breeds
March 21st
- ‘Stop blaming the horse’: new training framework aims to help achieve potential by listening to what horses tell us
- Riders raise concerns over unexpected new tack rules
- Final farewell to five-time Grand National runner who had a ‘twinkle in his eye’
March 20th
- ‘We made each other stronger’: star stallion who won £1.2m retires aged 20
- Police investigate ‘deeply distressing’ death of horse on the road
March 19th
- Charlotte Dujardin and Becky Moody confirmed for 2026 Dressage World Cup Final as other big names stay at home
- Lack of concussion awareness and misdiagnosis contribute to delayed recovery in horse riders
- 10 thoroughbreds including ‘one of the thinnest we’d ever seen’ now thriving in their home for life
March 18th
- ‘The potential is enormous’: Olympic champion and mare formerly competed by Charlotte Dujardin make international debut
- Riders wear blue in memory of event rider and coach who ‘had time for everyone’
- ‘I won’t give up on her’: 38-year-old mare takes title of world’s oldest horse
- ‘We learnt a huge amount together’ – farewell to Emily King’s junior European medallist, aged 22
March 17th
- Farmer’s fine after cattle trampled walker a reminder of horse owners’ footpath responsibilities
- ‘A welfare document first’: new equine euthanasia guidance for vets will help owners of insured horses
- Ros Canter to return to competition after second baby – where will she compete in the run-up to Badminton?
March 16th
- ‘The family horse of a lifetime’: homebred star who made Aintree dreams come true retired sound and happy
- ‘The support has been overwhelming’: community rallies round after major fire devastates equestrian business
- ‘Who is this old fool who has come to ride?’: 70-year-old Mark Todd goes under the radar in ‘retirement’
- Potential pitfalls: how to keep yourself and others safe when using AI to benefit your horse
March 15th
- Information shared in new showjumping concussion suspension rule: ‘We have to protect riders’
- ‘I was dangling from his chin’: rider’s safety warning after horse’s lead rope clipped on to her boot
- How a welfare crisis that ‘shook people to the core’ has been turned into action to benefit horses
March 14th
- Livery yards will close without support, expert warns, as survey shows huge range in pricing
- ‘We are so grateful’: double Olympic champion welcomes first foal
- ‘Horses are in good hands’: new research shows post-surgery equine deaths are declining
March 13th
- ‘It was just a matter of not falling off’: Cheltenham Gold Cup winner is a class apart, in a race tinged with sadness
- Founder of horse rescue centre sentenced for animal welfare and disease control offences
- Action must be taken as we ‘stand on a precipice’ in horse and human health
- Hopes for future return of Maryland 5 Star, with supporting three-star set to run in 2026
- Cheltenham Gold Cup confirmed runners and riders for 2026 after a late withdrawal
March 12th
- If at first you don’t succeed… It’s fifth time lucky for the Stayers’ winner and H&H columnist strikes with a 40/1 Festival winner on Cheltenham day 3
- ‘I’m assessing horses’ fitness for purpose – not whether buyers can ride them’: Vets and dealers debate the vetting process
March 11th
- ‘I’m speechless’: Teenager rides his first Festival winner and a pony-sized 66/1 shot springs a shock on Cheltenham day 2
- Delight as European horses arrive home safe after ‘week of uncertainty’ owing to Middle East air strikes
- Woman arrested on suspicion of fraud relating to horse sales after more than 80 alleged victims come forward
- ‘A grand prix I’ll never forget’: medal-winning mare delivers new personal best
- Five-star horse trials cancelled for 2026 after months of rumours
- Conjurer, caviar and quaffing champagne: the £999 train ticket to Cheltenham
March 10th
- A mighty mare is crowned champion, a 208/1 birthday double and we bid farewell to a jumping legend: Cheltenham day 1
- How AI is changing the game in what we know about our horses
- ‘An incredible week’: gold medal-winning rider breaks three world records in three days with new horse – after surgery and hospital stay
March 9th
- Championship changes to prepare youngsters in more ‘age-appropriate and horse-friendly way’
- AI trained to detect fractures in horses opens door to preventing catastrophic injuries
- ‘You made dull mornings seem bright’: shock and sadness after jockey’s sudden death
March 8th
- Farewell to much-loved horsewoman and coach who ‘will be truly missed’
- Not having 24/7 turnout is not a criminal offence: expert speaks up about the growing pressure on owners
March 7th
- Farewell to equestrian journalist who was a ‘chronicler of an entire era’
- Medal-winning rider back in the saddle after second child – on a mechanical horse, as she considers her future in the sport
March 6th
- Tiny 7hh pony found struggling to breathe recovering and stealing hearts
- Bestselling author reveals ‘horse obsession’ on Desert Island Discs: ‘I could aim to join Carl Hester as a dressage Olympian’
- ‘We’re proud to keep them made in Britain’: sale secures two leading equestrian brands’ future
March 5th
- Police investigate horse dealer after clients raise concerns
- International champion of horse welfare wins prestigious national award
- ‘I said I’d try my best!’: top British performance wins class – and a new sofa
March 4th
- Titles and prizes on offer for amateur riders – ‘the lifeblood of our sport’
- Horses who sleep better learn better, new research finds
March 3rd
- ‘It’s a big blow’: defending Champion Chase hero withdrawn from 2026 Cheltenham Festival
- ‘An outstanding all-round equestrian’: Cheltenham names amateurs’ gold cup after the Princess Royal
- ‘Thank you for everything’: five-star horse retires aged 19
March 2nd
- ‘All horses and personnel are safe and well’: advice for riders issued and shows cancelled after Middle East air strikes
- Five-star rider ‘in a stable condition’ in hospital after fall at showjumping competition
- ‘He gave more than memories and red rosettes’: Fond farewell to Shetland who died aged 31
March 1st
- ‘I’m very lucky’: rider loses seven stone to ride her ‘heart horse’
- Calls for national animal offenders’ register part of campaign to improve welfare laws
- Farewell to ‘passionate and dedicated’ side saddle stalwart