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A need to breed?

She may be a proven champion or simply the apple of your eye, but what makes your mare suitable to breed from? Andrea Oakes investigates

A fitting finale

Tessa Waugh relates the second part of her husband's final day hunting hounds, which looked to be a hip flask tasting session until the proverbial three o'clock offered one last hurrah

'What a day to be Irish'

One nation is looking stronger than ever, but there is disappointment for the Brits in a thrilling second leg of the new-look League of Nations

The ultimate all-rounder

Romeo gave Robert Walker his love of showing - and hunting, with a five-mile point and an eight-mile hunt in the afternoon one memorable Boxing Day

Bouncing, bonny - and sound

H&H's hunting editor Catherine Austen is delighted to report that her horse has finished the season in fine form, and takes a look at the future

'Will there be any riding schools left?'

Pammy Hutton on the current challenges faced by the equestrian industry

New competition to replace Aachen's FEI Nations Cup

The venue will host its own elite team dressage competition instead

Seven Badminton champions on this year's event entries list

Seven former winning riders are due to start, but no previous equine victors are on the list

Blair lost as concerns grow for eventing in Scotland

Blair Castle Horse Trials will run for the 35th and last time this summer, sparking concerns for eventing in the region

A risk to horse health: warning against importing unauthorised medication

Illegally imported equine drugs have been seized by the relevant authorities in four recent cases

Protect your pocket

Insurance is a big monthly hit, but small tweaks can lower your premium. Sarah Isaacs finds out how to save costs appropriately

'You'll never see the likes of him again'

Rory Knight Bruce pays tribute to Captain Ian Farquhar – master, huntsman, hound man and friend to the countryside

You be the judge

Judging can be rewarding and stimulating for dressage enthusiasts, but it has its challenges. Stephanie Bateman discovers what it takes to thrive in the judge's seat

Castration considerations

Castration is a necessary evil for the majority of young colts or stallions. Karen Coumbe MRCVS explains how best to plan the procedure

Course inspector

Richard Linley MBE is the former senior inspector of courses. He tells of a concussed meeting with John McCririck, understanding 400 soil types and the evolution of the going stick

Elliee Stunt

The up-and-coming star of the show ring had her best season in 2023 as both a rider and a producer. Alex Robinson learns of the ambitious equestrian's hopes and dreams for the future

'Joy and relief - something I've not felt for years'

Kim Bailey reveals the inside story of an unforgettable Cheltenham Festival

Putting dressage to the test

Ever wondered why some people win time after time? Polly Bryan investigates what goes into being a great test rider - and how you can become one

Itacare 'does it well'

Connections \"take a chance\" that pays off, while another jockey returns from the sidelines to secure victory and one horse brings \"a tear to the eye\"

A wider perspective

Physical health is and must be the core focus of veterinary care, but adopting a broader, welfare-based view is perhaps overdue. Imogen Burrows MRCVS explains

Staying high and dry

Georgia Guerin speaks to productde experts to better understand what goes into making clothing and rugs waterproof

Jennie Brannigan

Ahead of Kentucky next month and after success at Burghley last year, the US event rider talks to Pippa Roome about growing out of her child-like love of the sport” and fighting back from tough times

Cushion the blow

With the BETA level 3 (2009) standard having been phased out at the turn of the year, Becky Murray speaks to industry experts to find out what to look for if you're upgrading your body protector and what to expect in the future

Spinning plates

Horses, a full-time career... and the time to do justice to both? Michelle Ewen talks to the equestrian entrepreneurs focused on having it all

Eventer to brand founder

Robert Lemieux on his unbacked purchase that travelled to the Olympics, eventing’s golden days and how he founded the LeMieux brand from the back of a van

Willie Mullins, we salute you

In a historic week of jump racing, one man towers above all others – but the celebrations ramp up for the British side too

Pepper packs a punch

Last year’s HOYS Shire champion books her return to reclaim the crown, while a Welsh pony from a prolific stud upholds family honour

Grateful Bradburne tops competitive jump-off

Katie Bradburne seals victory with a pony who didn’t grow while Amy Capper nets a fifth Hickstead ticket

A second Win for Katie

Katie Featherstone claims a hunt race victory on amare who is very much part of the family

Giovanni dances to victory

Combinations overcome their nerves and setbacks as a pair of Spanish horses also impress