'Ride' around Blenheim Horse Trials with Francis Whittington [video]

Francis Whittington riding FERNHILL HIGHLIGHT in the CCI during the Cross Country phase of The Fidelity Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials, near Woodstock in the UK on 14 September 2013

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Successful British event rider Francis Whittington has a reputation for being fast, fearless and very effective across country.

In this hat-cam video, Francis talks us through the 2013 CCI*** cross-country course during his round on Fernhill Highlight. Unfortunately Francis picked up 20pen for a run out in the arena, but he jumped round clear on his other ride Hasty Imp (pictured top).

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Carol is an experienced journalist and editor, who is also a passionate amateur rider and dedicated horse owner, having ridden since childhood. She has a particular interest in the emotional well-being and ethical training of horses, alongside veterinary matters, having garnered extensive first-hand experience of numerous equine health conditions through more than 30 years of horse ownership.