A-Z Directory
Monkhall Ride, Callow
Monkhall Ride, Callow – This ride has now closed, thank you to all who supported it over the years
Read MoreCode of Practice for Horse Drawn Vehicles
Looking for information re the code of practice for horse drawn vehicles on the road? A working group was set up by the Department of Transport who worked with equestrian organisations to produce a Code of Practice which could be used by those driving horse drawn vehicles on the road. Click here to read the document:…
Read MoreRats
Update: From 1 October 2016 farmers, gamekeepers, pest controllers and their employees buying professional rodenticide packs for use outdoors will need to show either an approved certificate of competence or document confirming membership of an approved farm assurance scheme. Click here for more information There can be few horse owners who have not at some time…
Read MoreWatch videos of lessons with Sue Nevill-Parker using a Riding Simulator.
Take a look at the latest videos of lessons with Sue Nevill-Parker using “Blackberry”, the Riding Simulator. See other lessons here – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p24XuMlN_yo You will also find several new articles in the Library section of www.arrowequestrian.co.uk and new articles written by Erik Herbermann. In facts lots to enjoy! Thanks Sue for sending these useful links
Read MoreArena Construction & Planning
An excellent article has been written by Gill Davies of Martin Collins Arenas. It answers the questions sent in by website visitors and gives invaluable information on this complicated subject. As Gill says at the beginning of the article, “All your questions illustrate the mine-field you unwittingly enter if you are considering installing new stables or…
Read MoreQuestions received re Arena construction and planning
The article below was written by Gill Davies of Martin Collins Arenas. It answers the questions sent in by website visitors and gives invaluable information on this complicated subject. As Gill says at the beginning of the article, “All your questions illustrate the mine-field you unwittingly enter if you are considering installing new stables or an…
Read MoreAssociation of Masters of Harriers and Beagles
Find a local pack of harriers or beagles and learn more about hunting, where it happens, and how you can take part. http://www.amhb.co.uk/
Read MoreFind a pack of Foxhounds
Find out more about hunting and find a Hunt local to you by using the Master of Foxhounds Association website http://mfha.org.uk/pack_directory/
Read MoreBHS Herefordshire Access Officer
Helen Robson is the access officer for the British Horse Society in Herefordshire. She can be contacted by either phoning 01531631720 or email: fourways.farm@btinternet.com
Read MoreForces Equine
www.ForcesEquine.com is an online equine site dedicated to the Combined Services, and their dependent family members, for everything equestrian. Here you will be able to find the information and links you need to keep you up to date with what’s going on within Royal Navy, The British Army, Royal Air Force & Police Equestrian world.…
Read MoreSide Saddle Instructors
If you are looking for an instructor to teach you to ride side saddle, you can use the search facility on the BHS website. Click the link below, then use the check boxes to select your region/county, then scroll down to the other qualifications section and choose a from the 3 levels: Side Saddle Association Grade…
Read MoreThe Side Saddle Association
The Side Saddle Association website can be found at: www.sidesaddleassociation.co.uk Membership benefits include: Members’ Handbook published annually Shows & Fixtures list published annually Newsletters List of Saddlers For Sale and Wanted list List of Approved Instructors and facilities The Side Saddle Association Equitation Championship rules Turnout Guidelines Grade Test and Instructor examinations S.S.A. rosettes and…
Read MoreColic
This article was written by Three Counties Equine Hospital & is reproduced with their permission. www.tceh.co.uk What is Colic? Not only does the mere mention of the word “colic” send many owners into immediate panic, it can also be one of the most challenging of conditions for vets to diagnose and treat. Colic isn’t a…
Read MorePolocrosse gets a permanent club at Rugby
In the wake of the highly successful 2011 Polocrosse World Cup there is now a permanent UK Polocrosse club at Onley Grounds Equestrian Centre, just south of Rugby in Warwickshire. The club has been established by Phillip Baker, the owner of Onley Grounds, and the UKPA as there is a high demand for a polocrosse…
Read MoreBHS EMAGIN
BHS EMAGIN displays the National Bridleroute Network for Britain and Ireland which benefits not only equestrians but also walkers and cyclists as they are able to use the majority of these routes. To find safe off-road riding or carriage driving routes on Ordnance Survey maps, aerial photographs or street view and print these for free, click…
Read MoreHas My Horse Got a Sore Back?
Every day, we ask our horses to perform tasks which put stress and strain on muscles really only ever designed to eat grass and roam at will. However, because horses are ‘prey’ animals they have cleverly developed to hide signs of pain and discomfort which may make them more vulnerable to a predator on the…
Read MoreRoR – Racehorse to Riding Horse
For further information re RoR, see the Retraining of Racehorses website at: www.ror.org.uk Also, see more information on the BD Website: www.britishdressage.co.uk/competitions/ror_series
Read MoreWild about Western
I am the only western rider in this village. Am I bovvered? Not one bit. I have been a western rider and a member of the Western Equestrian Society (WES) for over 20 years and I am used to the occasional stare, comments about cowboys and questions about my saddle. Where I live there are…
Read MoreEquine Cushings Disease (ECD)
ECD is a condition that mainly affects middle aged to older horses and ponies caused by an abnormality of the pituarity gland leading to overproduction of hormones and cortisol. This leads to the classic signs associated with the disease such as a long curly coat, lethargy, laminitis, weight loss, increased drinking and secondary infections.
Read MoreDigital Infrared Thermal Imaging
DITI (Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging) is a non-invasive diagnostic test of physiology that has evolved over the last 20 years. DITI has been recognised as a useful tool in the early identification of musculoskeletal and neurological injuries, especially non-specific (and difficult to diagnose) lameness. The ability to detect inflammatory and neurological processes at an early…
Read MoreBeau – A Canker Case History
Nicola Battersby is a happily married mother of two and the proud accidental owner of a 16.2hh KWPN Gelding by Corland called Beau that she bought in March 2010. Initially Nicola was looking for a horse to do some dressage on, but fell in love with the unbroken 4 year old grey gelding when she…
Read MoreWinter Care of the Horse or Pony: Common Conditions & Disorders
Under normal circumstances the horse’s skin and protective coat form effective barriers against the winter elements. However, in very wet and muddy conditions this natural barrier can often be compromised and infectious agents (pathogens) gain entry and cause infection. This can result in the relatively common bacterial infections: rain scald, mud fever and hunting dermatitis.…
Read MoreSustainable worming and the value of worm egg counts
Worming has changed over the past 50 years since broad spectrum wormers were introduced in the 1960’s. Back then the main worm being targeted was the large redworm (strongylus vulgaris). This parasite can cause damage to blood vessels that can lead to fatal colic. However over the past 50 years this parasite has become uncommon…
Read MorePetition the Government for more bridleways!
The Government is under pressure from riding groups to equal the number of bridleways in the country (currently approx 20,000 miles) up to the same level as footpaths (approx 91,000) miles to help reduce horses on the road/accidents while promoting outdoor activity and safe use of the countryside for all sexes and ages. This will…
Read MoreGoing barefoot – a new approach to healing
An article by Angela Corner AANHCP Certified Practitioner Most alternative therapies can equally be described as natural therapies – side stepping the use of drugs or surgery to aid problems using natural, non-invasive methods. In other words working with natures own healing powers as opposed to bull dozing nature out of the way in favour…
Read MoreGoing Barefoot – can anyone do it?
An article by Angela Corner – AANHCP Certified Practitioner You’ve read about it, agonised over it, trawled the internet and talked to horsy friends, your farrier and maybe even the vet but you’ve finally decided to take the shoes off your horse and try going barefoot. It’s a big step – all those centuries of…
Read MoreNorth Herefordshire Hunt
Website: www.northherefordshirehunt.co.uk Email: northherefordshirehunt1@gmail.com
Read MoreEppynt Carriage Club
Newly formed carriage driving club FUN friendly and enthusiast welcoming all members offering support and training to all We hold monthy events throughout the year if you are looking for a friendly driving club then contact Eppynt Carriage Club on 01982 560727
Read More"Where can I ride?" A guide to rights of way
Do you know the difference between Footpaths, bridleways, restricted byways and Byways open to all traffic (B.O.A.T.)? There are four main types of public rights of way:- Footpath Footpaths are for use on foot only. Walkers are entitled to take a pushchair or other ‘normal’ accompaniment . A dog can also be taken on a…
Read MoreHorse Agility – The new sport for all
Horse agility is a new equestrian sport that is growing rapidly in popularity because people who love horses have found that they can now compete at the highest levels without having to ride. In this fast and exciting sport the horse has to overcome a number of challenging obstacles, sometimes against the clock, being guided…
Read MoreRagwort
Horses die a painful death if poisoned by ragwort. You’ve seen the plant – it has a yellow ‘flower’ on a long green stem and is often seen in abundance on the side of roads, but is it also in your paddocks! If so, you need to pull it up straight away! Read on…. This…
Read MoreLaminitis Trust
The purpose of the Laminitis Trust is to raise money for laminitis research. They provide a lot of helpful information if you have a horse or pony suffering from laminitis. Visit their website here: www.laminitis.org/
Read MoreClaire Gilbert MA, VetMB, MRCVS looks at the causes and implications of Laminitis
This article can be seen on the Three Counties Equine Hospital Website: http://www.equinehealthonline.co.uk/browser/index.php?lang=eng&practice=74&cat=005&article=000328
Read MoreArticle on Laminitis
Here are some useful links to information on laminitis: www.laminitis.org/laminitis.html http://www.equinehealthonline.co.uk/browser/index.php?lang=eng&practice=74&cat=005&article=000328 http://www.beva.org.uk/useful-info/HorseOwner/GuidanceHorseOwners/Laminitis
Read MoreNew Bridleway!
There is to be a public meeting to be held on Tuesday 7th June at 10am to discuss the possibility of creating a new bridleway from Preston Wynne to Holbatch Lane in Marden, then continuing on through Venn Wood to outskirts of Bodenham. It would be fantastic if any riders, particularly from the above areas,…
Read MoreThe Forest of Dean Greenways Project – feasibility study
The aim of the Forest of Greenways Project is to create a network of safe and sustainable routes for walkers, cyclists and horse riders If implemented in full, the ‘Final Route’ of the proposed Greenway Network will be 54 miles/87 km long, creating approximately 35 miles/55km of new Bridleways.
Read MoreBritish Eventing
The governing body for affiliated eventing in the UK is British Eventing. Find out all you need to know at www.britisheventing.com
Read MoreInterested in carriage driving?
There is an Introduction to Carriage Driving day, Sponsored by British Driving Society (Herefordshire), being held at Monnington Stud, Monnington, Herefordshire. HR4 7N, on Sunday 5th June from 2 – 4pm. There will be a display of carriage driving by Hereford District Driving Group. Great opportunity to go along and find out how to get…
Read MoreNew Forest Ponies – versatile and world-beating!
New Forest ponies are one of the most versatile breeds and compete in all disciplines from dressage and driving to eventing and endurance. Recent high profile competitive successes for the breed include the stallion Farriers Finger Print, who stood Mountain and Moorland Supreme Ridden Champion at Olympia 2009. A team of New Forest ponies from…
Read MoreNot a BS member but interested in Showjumping & under 18?
If you are under 18 and not a British Showjumping member but interested in Showjumping, Sport England are now offering non-British Showjumping members a chance to train with top Showjumping Coaches at a heavily discounted rate. Make the Jump – with Jump Start! See events titled Jump-Start on the what’s on page. First training date…
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 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 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 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…
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