Beware – rural theft is rife!
Thanks to Lucy who sent us this: “In the early hours of Wednesday morning someone tried to steal my horse trailer, but they were not successful and stole items off it instead, when I reported it to the police they said Rural Theft was rife at the moment and in particular horse owner are being…
Read MoreWelfare of Horses
The welfare of horses is in our hands. As a horse owner you have a legal obligation to care for your horse/horses properly. But, as horse owners, we also have a moral obligation, not only with our own horses welfare, but also with the welfare of others. If you have any concerns re the welfare…
Read MoreGrazing & Land section added to classifieds
A new section has been added to the classified ads page especially for grazing & land adverts. However, please note there is a dedicated property page linked from the classified ads page and also that livery yards are listed under ‘L’ in the A-Z Directory.
Read MoreBe aware of scammers
Horse and Hound report that advertisers on a Hampshire equestrian website are being targeted by scammers who are trying to steal their credit card details. Read full story on the Horse and Hound website: www.horseandhound.co.uk/ Hereford Equestrian will never ask you for debit nor credit card details because the website does not accept card payments. Adverts…
Read MorePony Clubs
To find a Pony Club in your area, visit the official Pony Club website: www.pcuk.org Pony Clubs are for children with their own ponies. PC’s provide a great opportunity for youngsters to get a good education on horseback as well as in horsecare. There is also a very good competition structure within the Pony Club,…
Read MoreGood news from Forest of Dean Horse Riders & Carriage Drivers Assn
Newsletter …………. March 2011 …………… Newsletter The Greenways Project Dear Member/Supporter We now have a continuous route from Queenswood, Dymock in the north to Bream in the south via Cliffords Mesne, Huntley, Longhope and Mitcheldean into the core Forest of Dean. Well, to be honest it is almost complete – there is a stretch through…
Read MoreSpring and clocks!
Today, 20th March, is officially the first day of Spring 2011 and judging by the what’s on page, there are plenty of shows and other events to attend from now on. Remember clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:00 on Sunday 27 March. So put your clocks forward an hour when you go to bed…
Read MoreClaim your free Expert’s Guide to Eventing e-book with Piggy French
Following their excellent e-books with dressage riders Maria Eilberg and Lee Pearson, Equissage have produced an e-book with leading event rider Piggy French who took individual silver at the European Championships 2009. Meet Piggy’s horses and team, find out how she organises her day at home and at events and get Piggy’s top top tips…
Read MoreNew Q&A just published with showing expert Claire Oliver
Visit the Ask the Expert page – via the collecting ring, to view the most recent question and answer to Claire Oliver our showing expert. Click Q & A next to Claire’s profile.
Read MoreHerefordshire Riding for the Disabled incorporating Carriage Driving
For information regarding Herefordshire Riding for the Disabled incorporating Carriage Driving, see Herefordshire Riding & Driving for the Disabled website or contact: E mail rda@rdahereford.org Postal address Herefordshire Riding for the Disabled C/O Holme Lacy College Holme Lacy Hereford HR2 6LL Phone & fax 01432 870831
Read MoreRider tragically killed at VWH Team Chase
Jo Rugman, a very experienced rider and member of the RoR Lycetts A Class Act team which had already qualified for the national championships, was fatally injured at the VWH team chase held at Ampney Down Farm, near Cirencester last weekend. Her horse hit the top of a fence which her team mates had all…
Read MoreLivery yards moved to A-Z
Livery yards have been moved from to the business directory section of the website. herefordequestrian.co.uk/business-directory/equine-category/livery-yards/
Read MoreTragedy as car collides with trailer on M4
A pony was killed when a car collided with the back of a trailer travelling on the M4 reports Horse & Hound. The show pony was being driven home by the owner and her 6 year old daughter having just won the reserve champion title at the Ponies UK winter championships.
Read MoreTricia Gardiner – Dressage Trainer joins Ask the Expert panel
What an opportunity to ask about training your horse whether at novice level or higher up the scale. Dressage trainer Tricia Gardiner has trained many horses and riders to the top and competed herself at the Seoul Olympics. Trish will answer questions on training and dressage whether basic or advanced, so please don’t be shy…
Read MoreBHS in your area
Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire are part of the BHS West Midlands area along with Warwickshire and Staffordshire. The West Midlands Regional Manager is Andrea Jackman: Tel: 02476 840722, andrea.jackman@bhs.org.uk Gloucestershire is part of BHS South West, which comprisesAvon, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire. The South West Regional Manager is Julie Garbutt: Tel:01749 880152, Julie.Garbutt@bhs.org.uk Powys is included in BHS Wales…
Read MoreA brief introduction to Endurance Riding
Endurance GB is the governing body for the sport of Endurance (Competitive Long Distance) Riding in Great Britain. It formulates the rules and organises rides to cater for all levels of ability, whether you want to compete occasionally at local events or are aiming for top class/international competition. They provide over 100 events a year…
Read MoreEndurance Riding Groups in the area
Offa’s Dyke Group covers Herefordshire, Monmouthshire and West Gloucestershire. See their website and find out how you can enjoy endurance riding at all levels and see the beautiful countryside in the area. Click here to visit their website Endurance GB has many groups throughout the UK which organise rides, social and training events at a…
Read MoreRiding clubs (not affiliated to BRC)
Forest of Dean Horse Riders and Carriage Drivers Association. We cover the Forest of Dean area specifically for access and bridleway issues. Visit our site at www.deanforestriders.co.uk MARDEN RIDING CLUB Secretary: Debbie Rogers, Laurel Cottage, Preston Wynne, Hereford HR1 3PE – Tel: 01432 820574 e.mail: debbieimrogers@btinternet.com Website: www.mardenanddistrictridingclub.co.uk/ ODFRC – Offa’s Dyke Family Riding Club…
Read MoreArea 15 Riding Clubs – South & East Wales and borders, inc Herefordshire
All information about Riding Clubs can be found on the British Horse Society website The following clubs are in area 15: Blaenavon Stirrup Club Brecon, Crickhowell & District Riding Club – http://www.breconcrickhowellridingclub.co.uk/ Cricklands Equestrian Club – http://www.cricklands.com/ Epynt Riding Club Forest of Dean Riding Club – http://fodrc.co.uk/ Golden Valley Riding Club – http://gvrc.co.uk/ Hereford &…
Read MoreArea 18 Riding Clubs – Glos, Oxon & borders
Area 18 website: http://www.brc-area18.org.uk/ Berkeley and District RC – www.bdrc.org.uk Bewdley Bridle Club – http://www.bewdleybridleclub.co.uk/ Bromsgrove & District Riding Club – http://bromsgroveridingclub.co.uk/ Bromyard RC – www.bromyardrc.org.uk Cheltenham RC – www.cheltenhamridingclub.co.uk Cotswold Edge RC – www.cotswoldedgerc.co.uk Cropthorne and Evesham Vale RC – www.cev-riding.org.uk Evenlode RC – www.evenloderidingclub.co.uk Frampton Family RC – www.ffrc.org.uk Isis RC – www.isisdressagegroup.org…
Read MoreWhat is Natural Horsemanship
So what exactly is Natural Horsemanship. We’ve all heard of Parelli, Monty Roberts, Kelly Marks, Intelligent Horsemanship and the Horse Whisperer, but what is it and is there a difference between the methods used by the above mentioned? http://www.naturalmatters.net/ helps describe the definition of Natural Horsemanship: All Natural Horsemanship trainers teach a way of dealing…
Read MoreEvent date alterations -Kings Equestrian
Please note the following changes to Kings equestrian dates – “Due to a change beyond our control we have to make the following changes to our march dates: Saturday 12th March is now arena hire with jumps, Sunday 13th March is now unaffiliated showjumping-open to all and Sunday 27th March is now British showjumping, Pony…
Read MoreConstructing an arena
The following thoughts and guidelines are based on my experience. Firstly, you have to consider the requirements you have for an arena. The main considerations are: Is your arena mostly for jumping or flatwork, or maybe lungeing. How much use will it have, what is your budget and what space have you available for the…
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There were some issues with the browser Internet Explorer not displaying the website correctly. We believe all these problems have now been resolved. Please let me know if you find a problem.
Read MoreThe Three Rivers Ride
If you give Brenda Wickham a map she can find a riding route across it. She had drawn a possible route from the Sabrina way into Wales. From East to West, it would start at Bromyard and go through to Brecon. The new route would span “Gods own Country” (Herefordshire) and go into the Black…
Read MoreMud Fever
An article produced by Three Counties Equine Hospital Mud fever is a common skin condition caused by the soil bacterium Dermatophilus congolensis. The bacterium penetrates skin damaged by abrasion and /or wet conditions. The lower legs – at the back of the pastern, are typically affected. When present on the neck and back, the infection…
Read MoreNew Website
After nearly 5 months of planning and hard work, the new website is at last launched. Not completely ‘furnished’, but ready to accept visitors and with the main areas fully operational! A huge thank you to the team at The Naked Creative, Fownhope, Herefordshire – www.thenc.co.uk and particularly to their web genius Brett Mason! We…
Read MoreThe MoD and Low Flying Aircraft
The MoD website provides information on how members of the public may apply for permanent or temporary avoidance status from military low flying aircraft and helicopters. Requests can be submitted by e-mail. Whilst permanent avoidance status is restricted, the RAF frequently grants temporary avoidance status to equestrian events around the country, and it is highly…
Read MoreThe Rules of Feeding
Feeding – An art or a science? – Or both! Firstly, do you know the rules of feeding and why they are rules? Below the rules, I have listed a few facts you may not know and which may surprise you! The Rules: Feed little & often The horse has a very small stomach –…
Read MorePublic Rights Of Way – Herefordshire
The Rights of Way Section is part of Amey Herefordshire, who manage the rights of way network on behalf of Herefordshire Council. There are approximately 4,400 registered public rights of way in Herefordshire, ranging in length from a few metres to several kilometres. In total there are over 3,400 km [2,113 miles] of rights of…
Read MoreKington Show & Agricultural Society fined following death of show exhibitor, reports Horse & Hound
Horse & Hound report that the organisers of Kington Show, Herefordshire have been fined £10,000 after an exhibitor was fatally electrocuted at the site in 2009.
Read MoreThe Forest of Dean Riders & Carriage Drivers Association
The Forest of Dean Riders & Carriage Drivers Association are a voluntary group campaigning for better access for horse riders and carriage drivers throughout the Forest of Dean District from Dymock in the North to Tidenham in the South. Here is their latest news: “Philip Cooke (consultant for our bridleways project) has been meeting landowners…
Read MoreHundreds sign up in memory of Sandra
An organ donation campaign launched in memory of a popular local rider is gaining momentum. Sandra Harvey, 68, from Talgarth, fell while riding last month. She suffered multiple head injuries and her family took the brave decision to donate her organs which transformed the lives of five people. Her story on internet forums and Facebook…
Read MoreHave you had a horse related accident?
The British Horse Society’s new dedicated horse accident website www.horseaccidents.org.uk has been designed to provide statistics to help lobby government and other organisations for better riding conditions. It is not necessary to be a BHS members to report an accident. See website for more information.
Read MoreInformation requested re wild horses at Hergest, Kington, Herefordshire.
“Do you know who one could/should contact, or where to find further info about the history of the wild horses who are at Hergest up above Kington in northwest Herefordshire ?” Can you help? If so, please put your reply either on the forum or on the Hereford Equestrian Facebook page. Both these pages display…
Read MoreThe Forest of Dean Greenways Project
The Forest of Dean Greenways Project is Creating a Network of Safe and Sustainable Routes for Walkers, Cyclists and Horse Riders. The Destination Marketing Group has been appointed by The Forest of Dean and District Horse Riders and Carriage Drivers Association (FODHR&CRA) to investigate and improve the currently fragmented higher rights of way network throughout…
Read MoreRider Code of Conduct
A new Rider Code of Conduct created for all riders will help sustain horse riding and competitions in the UK. The Code has been launched by The British Horse Society as part of a risk and guidance pack for Equestrian Establishments. Read more on the BHS website. This is particularly important for those having riding…
Read MoreBuilding Regulations for All Weather Arenas
Question: “Please could you let me know where I can find the building regulations that apply to all weather equestrian arenas? I have tried phoning a couple of Planning Offices and they all just dodge the question. I want to read what is actually applicable to all weather arenas. Why do we have to apply…
Read MoreStrangles
Strangles is a disease which all horse owners dread and it can kill. If you suspect your horse may have strangles, you should contact your vet immediately and isolate your horse. More information can be read on the Animal Health Trust’s dedicated strangles website: http://www.strangles.org/ Click here to see what STEPS should be taken in…
Read MoreBreeding from your Mare
So, you want to breed from your mare? An article by David & Serena Pincus The decision to breed your own foal from your mare is not a simple decision. There are many factors that need to be considered carefully before ‘jumping in with both feet’ into this new venture. We wrote this article as…
Read MoreDo Less to Get More – The Alexander Technique
An Introduction to the Alexander Technique by Philippa Morrell “In order to progress in his training the horse must learn to carry himself in good posture. It is however essential that the rider himself learns to acquire a firm, relaxed posture. A slack or stiff rider has on the horse the effect of a foreign…
Read MoreCraniosacral therapy – An Introduction
Our living bodies have an amazing ability to maintain and restore health. There are lots of obvious examples of this: We can usually shake off infections, bones mend when they have been broken, wounds heal. But our self-healing system can be overwhelmed by too many traumatic events in a short space of time or experiences…
Read MoreThe Importance of warming up your horse
by Emily Wilton BSc(Hons), Dip. MCAM Proper warm up is essential to keeping your horse fit and muscle tone elastic. Warming up and cooling down will help to minimize muscle stiffness and loss of range of motion. This will also help to prevent injury such as to tendons or muscles and help prepare the horse…
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