Week in pictures: 1 August 2014

The hot weather hasn’t slowed down the H&H photographers this week.

Keep up to date with all the latest equestrian action with our picture desk’s pick of photos — from England and Argentina battling it out for the Coronation Cup at Guards to top-class racing at Ascot, and eventing from Burgham and Wilton.

Does the school holidays mean you’re stuck for things to do this week with your children? Take a look at our horsey ideas to keep you busy

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