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The pivotal moments that changed the equestrian world *H&H Plus*

From Xenophon to Charlotte Dujardin, the Byerley Turk to artificial insemination, Pippa Cuckson charts equestrianism’s watershed moments

A breeding legacy: The three pioneering women behind Llanarth Stud *H&H Plus*

Behind the world-famous Llanarth Stud were three pioneering women who put Welsh cobs on the map after World War II, and their legacy still endures today.

Life lessons: Dressage rider Richard Davison *H&H Plus*

The four-time Olympian reveals his pre-flight checks, why he uses science in schooling and why he believes it’s important to keep learning about his horses

Horse hero: Dartmoor stallion Shilstone Rocks North Westerly *H&H Plus*

The superstar Dartmoor stallion with both looks and attitude

H&H Interview: Countryside Alliance chairman Nick Herbert *H&H Plus*

Catherine Austen talks to the Countryside Alliance chairman about where hunting lies in the political landscape and what can be done to secure its future

All in a day’s work: The New Forest commoner *H&H Plus*

Lyndsey Stride on catching wily ponies, keeping up the breed’s quality and the joy of seeing the next generation emerge

Exploring Dartmoor on horseback *H&H Plus*

With miles of moorland to explore, Martha Terry delights in the best a Dartmoor holiday has to offer

Is it really possible to make money selling horses? *H&H Plus*

Is it really possible to make money selling horses or is it more a matter of breaking even while enjoying the lifestyle? Stephanie Bateman investigates

All in a day’s work: Cooley Farm horse dealer Richard Sheane *H&H Plus*

Cooley Farm’s Richard Sheane on dealing 100 horses a year and why no one wanted a future world champion

Goodnight — Tessa Waugh’s hunting diary: Rattling off for a short day *H&H Plus*

Despite tearing herself away from the field prematurely and missing the pick of the action, Tessa Waugh is invigorated after squeezing a morning’s hunting in between school runs and the endless to-do list

H&H interview: Welsh National-winning trainer Christian Williams *H&H Plus*

The Welsh National-winning trainer talks about his instinctive approach and why Potters Corner is drawing comparisons with Red Rum

How much is a horse worth? H&H investigates... *H&H Plus*

What criteria determine a horse’s price tag? Lucy Elder asks the experts how they decide what a horse is worth — or if it’s simply what a buyer wants to pay

How to ride your best-ever prelim 17A: tips from top judge and trainer *H&H Plus*

Expert advice on how to ride Prelim 17A from top judge Isobel Wessels, plus training tips to improve your transitions for this test from Keith Robertson

Life lessons: event rider Tina Cook *H&H Plus*

The former European champion reflects on seeking improvement rather than perfection, being hungry for knowledge and letting horses be horses

Why straightness is the key to effective dressage training *H&H Plus*

Most horses are born with a preference to one side. Andrea Oakes investigates how you can combat this, and the importance of straightness in training

The greatest equestrian sporting rivalries of all time *H&H Plus*

Fierce competition creates great sport for spectators and competitors alike. Andrea Oakes talks to those who have found themselves in intense rivalries

Goodnight — Tessa Waugh’s hunting diary: ‘Burnsed out’ *H&H Plus*

Tessa Waugh casts aside her English roots to enjoy a Burns jamboree with the hunt, to find stroked haggis, ferocious auctions and competition for a hike up Northumberland’s summit

H&H interview: Edwina Tops-Alexander *H&H Plus*

The top-flight showjumper chats to Jennifer Donald about family values, finding her match in the great ‘Itot’ and dealing with setbacks

How to maximise your marks in freestyle dressage *H&H Plus*

From FEI to riding clubs, more riders are feeling the lure of dressage to music. Helen Triggs gives you the lowdown to help you show off your best moves

The classical or competitive dressage debate *H&H Plus*

Has competitive dressage deviated from its classical roots, and on which side of the fence do you sit? Alice Collins investigates what divides and unites the two forms