The Irish Draught to have its own final at the RIHS - Horse & Hound
The Irish Draught breed can now qualify for its own major championship final, to be held at the Royal International Horse Show in 2024| Horse & Hound
The Irish Draught breed can now qualify for its own major championship final, to be held at the Royal International Horse Show in 2024| Horse & Hound
Concerns over show ring etiquette can be off-putting for showing novices, so we’ve answered the questions that you might have| Horse & Hound
Alex Robinson was formerly the showing editor and deputy features editor at Horse & Hound. She left in autumn 2024 to pursue other opportunities, while continuing to work for H&H on a freelance basis.| Horse & Hound
Library image.“Major reforms” proposed for small animal veterinary practice have raised questions for the equine sector. On 15 October the Government’s competition and markets authority (CMA) released its provisional decision from an investigation into the UK’s veterinary services market. This was the result of a review into “how veterinary services are bought and sold amid concerns […]| Horse & Hound
Toledo De Kerser and Tom McEwen pictured at home in 2022.Olympic eventing medallist back from injury Toledo De Kerser, who won Olympic team gold and individual silver in Tokyo with Tom McEwen, has been enjoying a spot of showjumping. The 18-year-old gelding has not evented since sustaining an injury at Burghley in 2023, but did appear at this year’s CCI5* to take part in a […]| Horse & Hound
Robbie Kearns (IRL) and CHANCE ENCOUNTER during the Cross Country phase, Agria FEI Eventing European Championships, Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire UK 20 September 2025Chance Encounter, who helped Ireland secure its historic team silver medal at the Agria Blenheim European Eventing Championships last month, has died aged 16. The Irish Sport Horse gelding, owned by Belline Estate Equestrian and his rider Robbie Kearns, was taken to an equine hospital and treated for colic and sepsis, but could no...| Horse & Hound
Horses and fireworks are not a good combination – even the calmest of horses can get stressed, anxious and frightened by the loud noises, strong vibrations, sudden flashes and smells of smoke. This can trigger a flight response, which can lead to dangerous situations, such as horses trying to escape. As a result, the period […]| Horse & Hound
Fireworks celebration concept with stress and fear for the horses and other animals. Side view profile of brown horse head against dark sky background with fireworks display.Celebrities and top riders are among those backing calls to strengthen laws on fireworks – which the Government has essentially dismissed. Nearly 64,000 people have signed a petition started by welfare charity Redwings, calling for the maximum noise of fireworks to be reduced from 120 to 90 decibels. Supporters include ...| Horse & Hound
David DOEL riding GALILEO NIEUWMOED for GBR during the cross country phase of the Les Étoiles de Pau CCI 5* Horse Trials held at Domaine de Sers just outside Pau in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region of France between 23rd - 26th October 2025Galileo Nieuwmoed, the grand campaigner of David Doel, added yet another top-10 five-star completion to their illustrious CV at Pau Horse Trials last weekend (23–26 October). The horse’s outstanding record and number of podium finishes surely makes hi...| Horse & Hound
I’ve put together a special gift guide full of Harlow Luna White merch because I know it will be at the top of many a Christmas list this year. I have been lucky enough to meet Harlow and her ponies multiple times, which helped me carefully select what will be the most sought-after gifts this […]| Horse & Hound
Management is a huge element of preparing horses for winter. Stocking up on winter feed and forage, regular perimeter checks of your turnout and choosing the right type of clip for your horse all factor in. With this in mind, it’s not just your horse in need of dedicated winter care. Actually, so does your […]| Horse & Hound
Autumn has firmly set in now and equestrians are more aware than most how quickly the days have shortened and the temperatures dropped. There’s a lot to consider with this change in season, all while being aware that winter is just around the corner and things will inevitably change again. For some, the competition season […]| Horse & Hound
Toledo De Kerser and Tom McEwen pictured at home in 2022.Olympic gold and silver medal-winning eventer Toledo De Kerser has been out showjumping – looking fabulous and enjoying every moment. The 18-year-old and Tom McEwen made a guest appearance at Wellington Riding Centre’s British Showjumping fixture yesterday (27 October), jumping double clear on a ticket, or hors concour, in the Blue Chip power (1.10m) qualifying […]| Horse & Hound
BUYING SELLING WATCHING FROM GATE RIDING HORSE GREY BAY FOR SALE VIEWING BUYERS POTENTIAL SCHOOLING ARENA HORSE SAND SCHOOL OWNER OWNERSWill new step make buying horses easier? The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has introduced a seller’s declaration document as part of its new online pre-purchase examination (PPE) toolkit for vets. Previously, the seller’s declaration was part of BEVA’s pre-purchase worksheet, containing questions for the vet to ask the seller. The new doc...| Horse & Hound
A riding instructor and a woman who had a “so-called threesome” with an underage girl have been sentenced. Guy Simmonds, a 37-year-old from Undy, and 26-year-old Lauren Jarvis, from Newport, were found guilty of engaging in sexual activity with a child, at trial in August. They were sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court on 24 October; […]| Horse & Hound
Phillip Dutton and The Foreman on the way to second at Burghley in 2005. The Foreman, who finished second at both Burghley Horse Trials and Kentucky Three-Day Event with US rider Phillip Dutton, has died at the age of 29. “It’s with sadness that I write that The Foreman has just passed away after spending his retirement days at his owner Annie Jones’ Unionville farm,” said Phillip. “I want […]| Horse & Hound
The best short dressage girths support your horse’s movement, reduce pressure and improve comfort under a dressage saddle. Nowadays, anatomical girth designs are far popular, with cutaways for elbow clearance and wide panels to spread pressure at the sternum. And picking the right girth to complement your horse and his dressage saddle can help prevent […]| Horse & Hound
Royal Windsor Horse Show tickets are now on sale for 2026. Next year’s show will be held 14–17 May in partnership with Defender. I’ve been to Royal Windsor Horse Show countless times, and it really has something for everyone to enjoy – from the international showjumping, top level showing, driving and endurance to Pony Club […]| Horse & Hound
Horse insurance mistakes are not always easy to spot – but they are simple to fix. Here’s the lowdown from industry experts...| Horse & Hound
Library image. A new study looks into how humans can hold conflicting thoughts about horse welfare at the same time – and how they reconcile and rationalise their actions to quieten those uncomfortable feelings. “But my horse is well cared for” is the title quote from the study, published in Animal Welfare, an international journal of animal […]| Horse & Hound
Library image. Sellers of horses will be asked to declare relevant information in writing, directly to prospective buyers – cutting out the vet “middleman” – as part of a new toolkit. The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has introduced a pre-purchase examination (PPE) seller’s declaration as part of its new online toolkit for vets. Previously, the seller’s […]| Horse & Hound
Horse riding in winter can be glorious. Those crisp days with gorgeous golden light are a rider’s idea of a winter wonderland, but the elements can throw wet, icy and muddy curveballs in the way. Owners who compete, trail hunt, have an equine rehab programme to follow or simply aren’t prepared to hang up their […]| Horse & Hound
The owner of a cob whose dam was saved from slaughter, and who survived a complex multitude of veterinary ailments before he started his ridden career, hopes his dressage success will show other owners what can be possible. Rebecca Duke bought Mr Finn as a three-year-old and within a few years, he had been diagnosed […]| Horse & Hound
Emily HAMEL riding CORVETT for USA during the cross country phase of the Les Étoiles de Pau CCI 5* Horse Trials held at Domaine de Sers just outside Pau in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region of France between 23rd - 26th October 2025In finishing 14th at Pau Horse Trials, Emily Hamel and Corvett have made history as the only horse-and-rider combination to complete all six of the northern-hemisphere five-stars. Corvett, a grey Holsteiner by Corrido, was 42nd after dressage, and added 7.2 time-f...| Horse & Hound
Tim PRICE riding JARILLO for NZL during the showjumping phase of the Les Étoiles de Pau CCI 5* Horse Trials held at Domaine de Sers just outside Pau in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region of France between 23rd - 26th October 2025Tim Price emerged the winner of Pau Horse Trials 2025, with outstanding performances in all three phases on Jarillo. Fourth after dressage, the New Zealander moved up to second ahead of showjumping with a fast cross-country clear. His showjumping clear inside the time...| Horse & Hound
One of the leading contenders was withdrawn from the holding box at the Pau Horse Trials final trot-up; Sarah Bullimore still in first position| Horse & Hound
I know we’re all human and therefore we all make errors from time to time, but we really need to stop making these common mistakes with horse terms| Horse & Hound
Sam ECROYD riding BOLEYBAWN LECRAE for GBR during the cross country phase of the Les Étoiles de Pau CCI 5* Horse Trials held at Domaine de Sers just outside Pau in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region of France between 23rd - 26th October 2025Pau is traditionally a five-star that entices debutants at the level. It falls right at the end of the European season, when horses have had plenty of events under their belt and the younger ones have more months of maturity and experience. At this year’...| Horse & Hound
Boyd Martin and Shamwari 4, 9th after cross country , Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, Normandy, France 25-8-14A reduction in eventing flag penalties and double bridles’ being optional at CDI3* could be introduced from 1 January. The final draft of the rules that will go to the vote at the FEI General Assembly (4-7 November) has been published following feedback from national federations and stakeholders. Federations will vote on a new rule […]| Horse & Hound
Bubby UPTON riding COLA for GBR during the cross country phase of the Les Étoiles de Pau CCI 5* Horse Trials held at Domaine de Sers just outside Pau in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region of France between 23rd - 26th October 2025Although 60% of the Pau Horse Trials cross-country field went clear, there were a few falls and plenty of hard-luck stories, without any major injuries reported on Saturday evening (25 October). While six horses did go inside the time, there were a number of well-pla...| Horse & Hound
Sarah BULLIMORE riding CORIMIRO for GBR during the cross country phase of the Les Étoiles de Pau CCI 5* Horse Trials held at Domaine de Sers just outside Pau in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region of France between 23rd - 26th October 2025Corimiro, a nine-year-old on his first attempt at five-star, coasted into the lead in the Pau Horse Trials cross-country phase. Ridden by Sarah Bullimore, the chestnut breezed round an influential track 11sec inside the time to move up from 11th after dressag...| Horse & Hound
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While the dressage phase kicked off soon after daybreak on Friday, the Pau Horse Trials cross-country times offer a more leisurely start on Saturday, 25 October. The first competitor into the startbox will be three-horse rider Jonelle Price, aboard the Grape Syndicate’s Grappa Nera. They head out over Pierre Michelet’s 30-fence track at 12pm local […]| Horse & Hound
Oliver TOWNEND riding BALLAGHMOR CLASS for GBR during the dressage phase of the Les Étoiles de Pau CCI 5* Horse Trials held at Domaine de Sers just outside Pau in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region of France between 23rd - 26th October 2025Ballaghmor Class has already written himself into annals of eventing history, but at 18 years old, there could yet be one last hurrah. Oliver Townend declared the four-time five-star winner – owned by Karyn Shuter, Angela Hislop and Val Ryan – to be “...| Horse & Hound
A five-star debutante has taken a leading position in the Pau Horse Trials dressage phase, producing a massive personal best| Horse & Hound
Not sure whether which of the best riding robes is right for you? And which is worth the money? Products editor Franchesca Slack puts them to the test| Horse & Hound
Successful showjumper Jodie Hall McAteer says: "There is real camaraderie on the British circuit, but we need more premier winter shows"| Horse & Hound
Britain’s Tom McEwen pilots a ‘modern-day sport horse’ to seven-year-old honours in the prestigious Le Lion d’Angers results| Horse & Hound
Want to catch the action at Pau from home? Here’s a full guide to where you can watch Pau Horse Trials 2025 online, plus the full schedule| Horse & Hound
H&H eventing editor Pippa Roome picks over the Pau Horse Trials riders and horse and predicts the winner of the final five-star of 2025| Horse & Hound
Following thoroughbred Artist’s podium finish at Maryland, H&H has dug into the archives for more stories of horses who have dazzled in alternate careers...| Horse & Hound
British Olympic medallist Jeanette Brakewell is recovering following a cross-country schooling fall that brought her season to an early close| Horse & Hound
Felix Vogg became the first Swiss two-time five-star winner today when he took top spot in the Maryland 5 Star results on Cartania| Horse & Hound
The Maryland 5 Star cross-country times have been published for the 2025 action – find out when Britain’s sole contender and the dressage leaders start| Horse & Hound
Read latest horse news & sport reports from top shows, plus expert horse care tips & improve your riding with advice from the pros| Horse & Hound
UK horse breeds range widely in size and type from the diminutive Shetland pony through to the majestic Shire horse, with all sorts in between| Horse & Hound
Eight horses were held at an eventful Pau Horse Trials first trot-up where a bumper field from 15 nations will contest the final CCI5* of 2024| Horse & Hound
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Here’s how to keep up-to-date with all the five-star action from France, with our full how to watch Pau Horse Trials 2024 guide| Horse & Hound
The 2024 RIHS judges have been confirmed by the organisers of the Royal International Horse Show| Horse & Hound
