8 thoughts riders might have when competitions resume
Many riders are chomping at the bit to get back competing after lockdown, and we think a few of these might run through their heads when that time comes
Coronavirus
Stay up to date with the latest news on how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting the horse world as a result of government guidelines to combat the spread of the infection…
Coronavirus Q&A for horse owners, riders, businesses and employees
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A lifeline in the pandemic: how horses have been a saviour over the past year *H&H Plus*
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Dressage and showjumping reveal lockdown exit roadmaps for riders in England
British Dressage and British Showjumping have revealed their operational plans for the return of competition and training in England from 29 March
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Eventing world reacts to Badminton cancellation *H&H Plus*
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Badminton Horse Trials 2021 cancelled: ‘Everyone is desperately disappointed’
Badminton Horse Trials 2021 has been cancelled – the event was expected to go ahead behind closed doors, but this is no longer possible
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Eventing abandonment insurance up for review *H&H Plus*
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‘Full steam ahead’: Royal Windsor to run on different dates this year
“We are determined to produce one of our best events for the horse world to enjoy”
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Flagship endurance ride off as sport prepares to restart
“There is a great deal of excitement and momentum building for the 2021 season and we are anticipating a bumper year for the sport”
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Lockdown update: confirmation on riding school reopening, lesson travel and arena hire
Lockdown restrictions are set to ease next month; what this means for the equestrian industry has been confirmed
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Katie Jerram-Hunnable: loving your mare isn’t reason to breed from her *H&H Plus*
H&H showing columnist Katie Jerram-Hunnable on how Covid has affected breeding and sales
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Carl Hester: urgent rewrite of Brexit rules needed to avoid welfare problems in Calais *H&H Plus*
Carl Hester discusses the issues involved in transporting horses post-Brexit
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Equestrian sport to resume in March: ‘an end is in sight’
The equestrian world is planning for the resumption of competition and training in March, in line with the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown
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Covid brings opportunities for young showjumping rider
“Robyn’s dreams all came true at once as she was getting incredible training every day, riding amazing talented horses and learning to showjump to a higher standard”
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Vet offers free jabs and wormers to riding schools hit hard by lockdown
The aim was to help riding schools struggling with no income during lockdown
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Breeding against the odds: how the industry has coped and adapted during Covid-19 *H&H Plus*
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Reassurances to owners after equine coronavirus antibodies found in Tokyo *H&H Plus*
Vets and the FEI have spoken out to reassure owners that equine coronavirus is very different to Covid-19, and that the antibodies found in horses in Tokyo are not a cause for concern. H&H finds out more from the experts
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Top events prepare to go on despite coronavirus challenge *H&H Plus*
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Racecourse reveals plans to Covid test 5,000 a day to help fans return
Chester racecourse has outlined plans for rapid Covid testing of up to 5,000 people a day, as part of a proposal bring back racing fans in a safe way
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Medical alert dogs take advantage of lockdown for equine-related training
The puppies are being trained to support children who have diabetes
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Low risk of Covid-19 spread via sporting equipment, research shows
The study found that it is ‘unlikely that sports equipment is a major cause for transmission’ of coronavirus
