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‘Critics may call me a pony patter – but judges don’t’: breeder shows that scientific, welfare-first breeding and training can win

Do nerves hold you back in competition? Follow these 6 expert-led steps to a cool competition head

You too can ride bridleless, expert explains, and improve your competition prospects as well as the relationship with your horse

‘He taught me to be brave enough to chase a dream’: farewell to Mill Reef’s legendary trainer Ian Balding

13 hacks and tips to make winter horse care easier

‘Take feedback from your horse’: experts highlight the risks of minimal turnout and unsuitable diets after ‘unhappy’ horse’s recovery

Tiny wearable sensors could reduce risk of fatal horse injuries

Discover the top UK equestrian events on the 2026 calendar

Council withdraws statement that riding schools can earn £7,200 per day in licence fee dispute

Sassy, determined and doing it the old-school way: meet the tiny pony and rider showing adults how it’s done

‘The crowd carried me round the course in the grand prix,’ says John Whitaker as he reflects on London International

‘I thought I was going to die’: yard owner warns others after accidentally ingesting a sedative she was giving to a horse

How to improve a horse’s gallop: top eventers share their tips for productive fast work

I’ve picked my showing highlights of the year, plus a low I’d like to leave behind in 2025

14 unforgettable moments from the world of showjumping in 2025

The moments, medals and horses that defined the 2025 dressage season

11 eventing moments to celebrate from 2025, plus one we really didn’t see coming

Harry Redknapp’s The Jukebox Man wins thrilling King George VI Chase on Boxing Day

‘Excellent for increasing trust and confidence’: police welcome horses’ return after 26 years

‘As mad as it looks, there’s a strategy to it’: the story behind unorthodox puissance hero Luichew, who captivated the London crowd