Day: 21 April 2023

“My enthusiasm for the sport is still very much there!” Mary King Interview

Suzanne Ashton
Mary King with HorseHage and a dog sat in feed room

“My enthusiasm for the sport is still very much there!” Mary King talks to HorseHage about the season ahead, training, and her philosophy. *Sponsored Post An unwavering commitment, natural ability, patience, and years of enthusiasm are four key ingredients that have helped HorseHage ambassador, Mary King achieve outstanding success in the field of eventing. More than just a familiar face at 5* fixtures such as Badminton Horse Trials and Burghley, over the years fans have found inspiration, motivation, and deep routed respect for Mary’s training principles and equestrian philosophy.  Here…

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FEI Accessibility Guide Launched for Event Organisers

Suzanne Ashton
FEI Accessibility Guide launched to help event organisers make correct adjustments for those with additional need

A new FEI Accessibility Guide has been launched which is designed to assist Event Organisers with improving accessibility for athletes, staff, and spectators with disabilities, ensuring that everyone can enjoy equestrian events regardless of their disability and mobility levels. This Guide, which is the result of consultation and collaboration with accessibility experts, individuals with disabilities, and professionals in the equestrian industry, covers venue layout, accommodation, and transportation among other areas of Event planning and delivery. The aim is to provide Event Organisers with a set of guidelines and recommendations which…

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Shane Breen heading for back-to-back win at Hickstead

Suzanne Ashton
Winner. Shane Breen (IRL) riding Can Ya Makan in The Al Shira’aa Derby at The Al Shira'aa Hickstead Derby Meeting June 26th 2022 ~ Credit Elli Birch/Bootsandhooves - NO UNAUTHORISED USE - 07745 909676

Reigning Al Shira’aa Derby champion Shane Breen has his sights set on winning Hickstead’s most iconic class for the second year in a row.  The 49-year-old Irish rider, who is based at Hickstead Place, finally claimed the Derby title in 2022 after 17 years of trying. It was the 60th running of the class, and Shane won the historic renewal in definitive style – jumping the only clear round of the competition with Can Ya Makan. Not only that, but Shane also finished as one of four runners-up with his second…

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