Should Off-Roading On Green Lanes Be Allowed To Continue?

By Sally Newcomb | 22nd February 2022

Patricia Stubbs for Peak Horsepower bridleway group has recently been in touch to draw our attention to the questions about off-roading in the government’s consultation on the Glover landscapes review. The government is asking whether off-roading on green lanes should be allowed to continue. Green lanes are either Byways open to all Traffic or unsealed…

Badminton announces 2022 Prize money 

By Sally Newcomb | 22nd February 2022

With the entries for the 2022 Badminton Horse Trials presented by Mars Equestrian opening this week, we are delighted to confirm that the prize fund remains the highest in the sport of eventing at £360,750.00. The winner will take home a First Prize of £100,000, with the remaining prize fund being spread across those that…

Countdown Begins to a Spectacular Summer of Equestrian Sport at Hartpury

By Sally Newcomb | 9th February 2022

It’s just 166 days until the brightest young dressage and eventing riders descend on Gloucestershire for the FEI Dressage and Eventing European Championships for Young Riders & Juniors in July 2022. Around 250 competitors from 25 nations are expected to make the journey to Hartpury this July, where potential future senior European, World and Olympic champions…

Gunnercooke launches specialist Equestrian law arm

By Sally Newcomb | 1st February 2022

Challenger law firm gunnercooke has announced the launch of its new Equestrian department, a group of specialist lawyers offering advice to the equine industry and rural clients. The team is spearheaded by Jodie Seddon, an international showjumper/eventer and corporate/commercial partner, and James Pheasant, a Chambers-ranked litigator in equestrian law, in addition to equine disputes specialist…

Free Webinar from the McTimoney College of Chiropractic

By Sally Newcomb | 27th January 2022

Why Horses ‘misbehave’ – the role of McTimoney treatment Thursday 27th January @7pm – 8pm The McTimoney College of Chiropractic is delighted to announce a free webinar on the 27th January 2022 investigating why horses ‘misbehave’ and the role of McTimoney treatment. We all know that horses may buck, rear, nap or demonstrate other ‘misbehaviours’…

Brand-new Equine and Animal Assisted Activity Area at Hartpury

By Sally Newcomb | 20th January 2022

A brand-new Equine and Animal Assisted Activity Area designed to further enhance the student learning experience and facilitate equine and canine research opportunities has officially opened for use. Located within Hartpury Equine, the £730,000 activity area consists of a covered 60m x 30m arena finished with an Andrews Bowen Pro Wax Surface. A 22m-diameter round…

The Horse Trust continues to pave the way in 2022, promoting awareness of healthy body condition in show horses.

By Sally Newcomb | 18th January 2022

The Horse Trust’s Healthy Body Condition campaign in showing was well received in 2019 and 2021, and some of the most prestigious shows in the country are keen to take part in the initiative in 2022 at both affiliated and unaffiliated levels. Show organiser, Amanda Stoddart-West of the Great Yorkshire Show said “We are delighted…

New partner to power up Badminton Horse Trials

By Sally Newcomb | 9th December 2021

Badminton Horse Trials is delighted to announce a new Official Partner for 2022, Lightsource bp. With over 10 years’ experience in solar technology, Lightsource bp is a global leader in the development and management of solar energy projects. Lightsource bp’s purpose is to deliver affordable and sustainable solar power for businesses and communities around the…

McTimoney Animal Association to Sponsor The Saddle Research Trust’s 4th International Research Conference

By Sally Newcomb | 29th November 2021

The McTimoney Animal Association sponsor SRT2021 – 11th Dec 2021 – The Saddle Research Trust’s 4th International Research Conference. Welfare and Performance of the Ridden Horse: The Future The McTimoney Animal Association are delighted to announce their sponsorship of the 4th International SRT2021 conference, which will present the latest ground-breaking research. The Saddle Research Trust…

Hartpury University announces new postgraduate equine degree for 2022

By Sally Newcomb | 23rd November 2021

A new postgraduate degree launched by Hartpury University focusing on equitation science will equip graduates with the expertise required to influence the development of new ethical training policies and practices that ultimately challenge the status quo. The MSc Equitation Science degree has been designed by Hartpury – hosts of the International Society for Equitation Science…