Olympic Equestrian Schedule

By Sally Newcomb | 24th June 2021

Whilst qualifiers for some sports begin on 21st July, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic games officially begin on 23rd July. The equestrian schedule is as follows: Dressage will take place on Saturday 24 July, Sunday 25th July, Tuesday 27th July and Wednesday 28th July. Eventing takes place from Friday 30th July to Monday 2nd August. Show…

A New Master’s Degree Launched by Hartpury University

By Sally Newcomb | 22nd June 2021

A new master’s degree launched by Hartpury University is the first of its kind in the UK, tailored to enhancing therapy and rehabilitation treatment for horse riders, whilst prioritising the welfare of horses. The MSc Horse Rider Musculoskeletal Therapy and Rehabilation programme is designed for qualified practitioners who have a completed a BSc or MSc degree in…

The Coldcroft Shires Challenge

By Sally Newcomb | 19th June 2021

Jamie Alcock’s brother, PC John Alcock, was a serving officer with Grampian Police stationed at Elgin. In August 2003 he was involved in a road traffic accident whilst on duty. He was travelling with colleagues to do their shift on Royal Protection at Balmoral.  He went unconscious at the scene of the accident and never recovered…

Life As We Know It … a McTimoney Animal Practitioner

By Sally Newcomb | 21st May 2021

The McTimoney College of Chiropractic is delighted to announce their next webinar focused on the effective use of the McTimoney Chiropractic in the veterinary industry on Thursday 10th June at 7pm. The webinar will give an insight into the McTimoney technique and it’s benefits and is ideal for those interested in adding McTimoney Chiropractic to…

New £700,000 Hartpury arena supports equine and canine education 

By Sally Newcomb | 20th May 2021

Construction is under way on a £700,000 modern arena at Hartpury to expand its range of world-leading facilities, further enhance the student learning experience and increase equine and canine research opportunities. The Equine and Animal Assisted Arena (EAAA) will consist of a covered indoor arena and covered round pen that will provide a contemporary learning environment for Hartpury University…

New Events Added

By Sally Newcomb | 18th May 2021

As we at last emerge at a gallop from the long winter lockdown, lots of new fun rides and other events are being added to the What’s On page. Don’t forget you can use the filters to find the category of event you prefer.

New Masters Degree at Hartpury College

By Sally Newcomb | 10th May 2021

A new postgraduate degree launched by Hartpury University focusing on animal welfare and the UK legal system will equip graduates with the expertise required for management roles within the animal welfare sector. The MSc Animal Welfare, Policy and Legislation degree has been designed by Hartpury – a member of the UK Centre for Animal Law…

A vegetative year for Westgate Labs – for all the right reasons!

By Sally Newcomb | 20th April 2021

Postal worm egg count company Westgate Labs have been championing sustainable horse health for the last 22 years. They haven’t been resting on their laurels during lockdown either, working on wins for the environment by investing in a new range of environmentally friendly packaging.  April 2021 marks a year since the first of their unique…

Send Us Your Photos

By Sally Newcomb | 1st April 2021

Got a photo you love of your pony or horse? We’d love to see them and will put them in a new gallery for everyone to enjoy. Please provide a short caption too and include your name if you want it published. Fill in the following form to upload your photos which must be less…

New Events Added

By Sally Newcomb | 1st April 2021

As we move out of lockdown at last and Spring emerges, fun rides, shows and events are being added to the ‘What’s On’ page of the website. Use the filters to find the categories of events which you prefer. Visit www.herefordequestrian.co.uk/shows-and-events/