HM The Queen 1926 – 2022
Along with millions of people around the world, I was deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty the Queen. Unlike many, I didn’t have the privilege of meeting the Queen….my closest encounter was standing outside the gates of Balmoral a few years ago and being told that the Queen was walking her beloved dogs…
New Vice-Chancellor and Principal takes up post at Hartpury
Professor Andy Collop has taken up the post of Vice-Chancellor, Principal and CEO at Hartpury University and Hartpury College. Professor Collop, who formerly held the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor of De Montfort University (DMU), takes up the post following the retirement of Russell Marchant over the summer. Since 2015, he has been Deputy Vice-Chancellor at…
ALEX HUA TIAN TAKES HARTPURY CCI3*-L CROWN
Even a pole down in Sunday’s final showjumping phase wasn’t enough to prevent China’s Alex Hua Tian winning the NAF Superflex CCI3*L at Hartpury with Jilsonne Van Bareelhof. The imposing 17hh Belgian warmblood by Nevado Van De Rostal looked to have plenty of experience as the pair moved effortlessly through the phases. A dressage score…
Hartpury’s Golden Girl: Vanir Kamira becomes first mare to win CCI4*S
Piggy March and Vanir Kamira have scored their first international victory since taking the Badminton Horse Trials in 2019, winning the NAF Magic CCI4*S at the NAF Five Star International Hartpury Horse Trials. Vanir Kamira is the first ever mare to win the CCI4*S competition and also delivered her best ever finishing score at an…
Bates Saddles continues to support the Riders Minds initiative
Bates Saddles understand that mental health is equally as important as physical health, which is why we’re pleased to extend our support of Riders Minds for the second year. Riders Minds is a bespoke, comprehensive online resource committed to helping and enhancing the mental health of horse riders of all levels. In addition to equipping…
BFBA Focus 2022 – a date not to be missed
The BFBA are delighted to confirm Focus 2022 will take place over the weekend of 29th and 30th October at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, with the BFBA International Team Horseshoeing Competition taking place on Friday 28th October and Saturday 29th October. Focus has fast become a highlight in the farriery and blacksmithing calendar with the event…
Hartpury to host 21 nations as Dressage and Eventing European Championships for Young Riders and Juniors heads to Gloucestershire
A total of 21 nations will head to Hartpury University and Hartpury College to compete in the FEI Dressage and Eventing European Championships for Young Riders (YR) and Juniors (JR) 2022 next week (25-31 July). Seven days of competition will see the very best juniors and young riders in the disciplines of dressage and eventing,…
Country Treks Equestrian Centre & Stonelea Riding School Amongst Winners at SEIB Awards 2022
Lifetime achievement celebrated at the SEIB Insurance Brokers Awards 2022 and over £50,000 donated to charity and the Yard of the Year 2022 Award winners announced. The fifth annual SEIB Insurance Brokers Awards took place at Eton College Dorney Lake, Berkshire on the 6th July. Over 150 guests and award finalists attended on the day…
The Relationships Between Equine Health and Pastures
Sophie Warbrick is a MSc student in Global Wildlife Health and Conservation at the University of Bristol. For her master’s dissertation project, she is investigating relationships between equine health and pastures in the UK and ROI. To achieve this, she has designed a short, 10-15 minute online survey which invites anyone over 18 years old…
Introducing Burghley TV 2022
Burghley TV is the new way to view all the action from Land Rover Burghley 2022. This year’s broadcast – presented by the brilliant Nick Luck and Rosie Tapner – will include interviews, special features and “Today @ Burghley” a round-up programme of the best bits of each day. From the first horse inspection on…
