Hartpury to host 2022 FEI Dressage & Eventing European Championships for Young Riders & Juniors
Hartpury University and Hartpury College have been allocated the 2022 FEI Dressage and Eventing European Championships for Young Riders & Juniors. The Gloucestershire venue had been due to host the 2020 Championships until they were cancelled in May due to the coronavirus pandemic. The FEI Board reached the decision during a three-day video conference meeting…
Indoor Arenas Permitted for Use
British Equestrian has had confirmation from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) that equestrian indoor arenas will be permitted for use from 4 July in England. Indoor equestrian facilities in Wales remain closed at present but work will continue to lobby government and sport agencies for change. Kings Equestrian have added their…
Hartpury Student Patrick Launches Business to Identify Future Champion Racehorses
Hartpury University international student Patrick Duncan has launched an exciting new venture that uses algorithms to predict which racehorses could be champions of the future. Patrick’s enterprise, Bio-Cal Thoroughbreds, produces a Biomechanical Analysis Report to provide bloodstock agents, trainers and owners with a scientific and mathematically-based assessment of the potential ability of racehorses. Patrick, who…
You Can Ride Again as Lockdown is Eased
The British Horse Society have put out the following news on their website: “We are encouraging our members and the wider equestrian community in England, Scotland and Wales to resume riding whilst maintaining social distancing and staying alert to control the virus. This is with immediate effect in Scotland and Wales (please check your nation’s…
Hartpury Event Cancellations
Hartpury has today announced the cancellation of the NAF Hartpury Festival of Dressage, NAF Hartpury Showjumping Spectacular, NAF International Hartpury Horse Trials and the FEI Dressage & Eventing European Championships for Young Riders and Juniors 2020 due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. The venue is currently working with the FEI to establish whether the FEI…
Westgate Labs offers free interactive training course for horse owners
Award winning postal worm testing service, Westgate Labs, has produced a free interactive training course to help owners learn more about equine parasites and ways to protect their horses from worms. The module, entitled ‘An Introduction to Parasite Control’ went live today, 30th April 2020, and features fun facts, quizzes and videos to explain about…
Recommendations for equine industry over impact of COVID-19 pandemic
A study supported by Hartpury University into the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on horses and horse owners has provided a number of recommendations for the equine industry, to mitigate the potential impact. Dr Jane Williams – Associate Professor and Head of Research at Hartpury – joined scientific and equine consultant Dr David Marlin and…
Some Online Fun with Harry Hall
The Harry Hall One Club Online Championships begin today on Facebook and here’s what they’re offering: “Let’s have some fun! We’re bringing the show to you and we want those who can’t get to their horse involved too, so grab your dogs, cats (other pets also welcome) and get involved in the Harry Hall One…
Hartpury involved in investigating impact of coronavirus pandemic on horse owners
Hartpury University is supporting research looking at the effects of the coronavirus pandemic on horses and horse owners. The study aims to mitigate any potential long-term negative impact. Dr Jane Williams – Associate Professor and Head of Research at Hartpury – has joined scientific and equine consultant Dr David Marlin and Louisa Taylor MRCVS, veterinary…
Look to the Future Online Competition – Winner
And the winner is…. Rosie Pothecary, congratulations Rosie. The equine first aid kit will be sent to you as soon as is practically possible! Another competition will be coming shortly. WIN an equine first aid travel kit! It’s a very worrying time for everyone at the moment and I’m sure you will all want to…
