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Groom of the Year
Hard work behind the scenes pays off for Carl Hester's groom of seven years, after a bumper year
Young Rider of the Year
A second Burghley top-10 finish secures the prize for this 21-year-old with her \"incredible\" home-bred
Amateur Rider of the Year
The rider has claimed two of the most coveted amateur titles this year
Professional Rider of the Year
Honouring celebrating one top rider who is a superlative season
Show Horse of the Year
The formidable hack campaigner scored a fifth HOYS title this term en route to the supreme
Showjumping Horse of the Year
Small in stature but a big winner on the national circuit, consistent \"Tinks\" nails another victory
Dressage Horse of the Year
The incredible European team gold medallist aiming for a repeat in Paris
Event Horse of the Year
The 2023 Badminton winner who picked up double European gold
Lifetime achievement
A tribute to The Queen's stud groom and manager, who's enjoyed a rich and varied equestrian career
A new arrival
Kieran O'Brien MRCVS details how to smooth the transition to a new home for a horse
Film-maker
Ashley Avis wrote and directed Black Beauty, starring Kate Winslet, and the documentary Wild Beauty about the eradication of America's wild horses
Sophie Staveley
She piloted a novice five-year-old to the highest accolade in pony showing, but what does the up-and-coming rider have planned for the future? Alex Robinson finds out
'Should we introduce feedback forms?'
Simon Reynolds on how we can make showing more fair and transparent
'Taking time for some breathing space'
Jodie Hall McAteer discusses rider mental health and a change of scene
Sefton
The Household Cavalry horse that survived the IRA bombing in Hyde Park became a symbol of defiance, whose extraordinary character was hewn in his early years. Bernard Bale charts his story
Vaughan breaks his duck with a treble
A young jockey gets his career off to a strong start, and a change of lifestyle gives one runner a new zest for racing
'That showed true courage'
Stage Star battles back from a juddering error at the last to win the Paddy Power Gold Cup, while Jonbon makes a spring-heeled return
'The pressure was immense'
The 2023 LGCT season draws to a glittering conclusion where the stakes soar sky high and a flying Frenchman is crowned
Jimmy
Bo Wilson's unstoppable grey \"got her the gig\" as a joint-master at the Pytchley and loves to lead huge fields
Terra incognita
Two Irish packs have amalgamated - and a visit for the Muskerry into the United country ends with a good hunt
Up and running
H&H's hunting editor Catherine Austen's fraying nerves - and temper - are remedied by finally getting the season proper underway
'Stunning debut' for Robinson
An amateur jockey having her first hunt race ride takes the Melton Hunt Club Ride in great style
Access all areas Danielle Heath
The showing producer is still floating on air after lifting her first HOYS supreme title in October. Alex Robinson meets Danielle and her team of stars
Fuel for the field
Whether for Dutch courage or a warming glug on a winter's day, the secret ingredients poured into certain hip flasks are coveted across the country. Netia Walker discovers some of the best cocktails
'Twas the night before Christmas
From the field master preparing for a busy Boxing Day meet to the child who is desperate for a pony for Christmas, various festive scenarios play out across the country, imagines Catherine Austen
A vet's view
Grass sickness is harrowing for both horse and owner, including for vets. Liz Richardson MRCVS details her experience when her own horse was afflicted
Diego V
Lewis Carrier's first horse has taken him from young riders up to grand prix. Oscar Williams meets him
Grooms' liaison
Jenny Ellis on giving the London International grooms a good party to thank them for their work, travelling the world with It's Otto and pot-hunting on a puissance star
Pippa Funnell
Two decades on from her epic Rolex Grand Slam victory, Pippa Funnell seems as hungry as ever for top-level success. Luz Wollocombe finds out how her love of horses drives this zeal
Cotswold defies the elements
The wet weather has forced team chase cancellations, but the Cotswold provides a great venue for teams from the top to the bottom of the scale