Author: Lucy Bennion

York-based George Turner has denied two counts of causing unnecessary suffering to a thoroughbred-type filly which included failing to meet her needs by providing a suitable diet. Turner, of Broad Balk Lane, was however found guilty of both offenses, after a trial at York Magistrates Court on December 12 and 14 2022, following a prosecution by the RSPCA. The animal welfare charity became involved in the case after being contacted by a concerned member of the public, who sent in photos of the horse’s emaciated condition. At a sentencing hearing on 10 January, Turner was given an 18-week custodial sentence,

A school sports hall has been named after one of the county’s most successful Paralympians following student feedback from a group of 15 Year 9 students. The original sports hall at William Farr C of E School was opened along with the school in 1952 and though updated and extended has never been officially named. But Year 9 students, Lola Bibby, Beatrice Brewer, Eva Shaw, Emily Brownrigg, Maja Krawczak, Eva Rose Fellows, Eleanor Barnes-Heath, Juliet Wright, Lexi Zablockyj, Frankie Wilde, Sylvana Szeckler, Millie Humphrey, Millie Sedaghat, Lily Bratty and Amelie Bishop wanted to change that and felt a new name

Spectators go free at the Al Shira’aa Bolesworth Young Horse Championships Spectators go free this August when the hugely-anticipated 2022 Al Shira’aa Bolesworth Young Horse Championships returns to Bolesworth over five action-packed days from 10 to 14 August! Following July’s Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show, the Bolesworth team have decided to reward its supporters, and welcome new people to Bolesworth by offering free entrance to its next high-profile event, namely, the Al Shira’aa Bolesworth Young Horse Championships. We’re really delighted to be able to offer free spectator entry to the Al Shira’aa Bolesworth Young Horse Championships,” said Nina

Welsh couple handed suspended jail terms after breaching a ban on keeping equines A husband and wife have been handed a further ban on keeping animals and given suspended jail terms – after admitting a series of animal welfare offenses, including causing a pony to suffer and breaching a previous disqualification order. Stanley Strelley and his wife Heather Strelley of Bron Gwendraeth, Kidwelly, pleaded guilty to two animal welfare offenses and breached a five-year disqualification order on keeping equines when they appeared before Llanelli magistrates last month. On Thursday (10 February), Llanelli Magistrates Court imposed a further five-year ban on

McLain Ward Scoops $50,000 Adequan WEF Challenge Cup Round IV CSI4* International competition resumed Thursday, February 3, 2022, with athletes from across the globe setting up to challenge the track on the Derby Field at Equestrian Village. Week 4, sponsored by The Bainbridge Companies, is the second week of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) circuit to feature FEIl classes on the turf. The highlight event of the day was the $50,000 Adequan WEF Challenge Cup Round IV CSI4* which saw 65 of the world’s best combinations. Olympic team gold medalist McLain Ward (USA) once again saved the best for last as the final

The FEI President has welcomed the announcement by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) that Equestrian sport is officially confirmed in the Initial Sports Programme for Los Angeles 2028. The confirmation for inclusion in the LA 2028 Initial Sports Programme took place yesterday during the IOC session in Beijing (CHN), and followed the announcement by the IOC in December 2021 that equestrian sport was amongst the 28 sports proposed. “We are delighted with this confirmation, which is a glowing endorsement of the valuable contribution and legacy that equestrian sport brings to the Olympic movement” FEI President Ingmar De Vos said. “However,

Equine Guelph announces recipients of 2021 tuition awards Equine Guelph has announced the recipients of its 2021 tuition awards. Katelynn Rourke is the recipient of the Roger L’Heureux Memorial Equine Award and Vanessa MacDonald has received the Stuart Stocks Memorial Equine Award. Selected for their love of horses, commitment to their welfare and desire to learn, both winners will receive two online courses through Equine Guelph valued at $549 each (Certificates are available in Equine Science, Equine Welfare and Equine Business – six courses complete the certificate). Rourke comes from a non-horsey family and caught the horse bug at age 6

Richard Vogel Notches His First FEI Win at 2022 WEF The series of Adequan® WEF Challenge Cup classes continued on Thursday, January 13, 2022, at the 2022 Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF), at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, FL. Richard Vogel (GER) sped to the win in the $37,000 Adequan® WEF Challenge Cup Round One CSI3* with Caramba 92, owned by Horse Management GMBH.   In addition to top national hunter, equitation, and jumper competition, WEF Week One showcases CSI3* classes through Sunday, January 13. The featured classes this week include the $140,000 Southern Arches Grand Prix CSI3* for “Saturday Night Lights,”

Chilly Breeze takes SEIB Search for a Star title Lucy Hopkins from Shropshire, took the coveted top title in the SEIB Insurance Brokers Search for a Star Championship at the Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) on the 8th of October. Lucy and her steel grey show hunter, Chilly Breeze were announced champions under the spotlight in the HOYS International Arena on Friday afternoon. The Search for a Star finals are the pinnacle of the season for amateur showing enthusiasts and celebrate giving people an opportunity to see their dreams come true. This series has been a fixture at HOYS

Grand Prix Glory for David Simpson at the Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show  Closing the week of spectacular sport at the Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show, the final day of elite showjumping action delivered outstanding results from world-class talent with a challenging Grand Prix. Glory was had by the unbeatable combination of David Simpson and Foudre F, taking the title honours by producing the only double clear and taking the lion share of the £50,000 prize fund. Up to height with all the questions expected of a world ranking Grand Prix, it was Olympic Team Member

The world’s best Arabians entered for the Qatar International Stakes The Arabian Racing Organisation was delighted to see some of the world’s best Arabians among the 21 horses entered in the Qatar International Stakes (Gr1PA), following the first entry stage which closed at 12 noon today. The £400,000 mile contest sponsored by Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club is the most valuable race in UK Arabian racing and the most valuable over that distance for Arabians in Europe. The first six homes from 2020 could all re-oppose on July 28th in what promises to be another exciting renewal as part of the

Paris Panthers pounce into pole position for Saturday’s showdown Paris Panthers kickstarted their overall ranking comeback, with a phenomenal double clear from Nayel Nassar and Darragh Kenny in an edge-of-the-seat first round of the GCL competition in Monaco. A formidable display, both Kenny and Nassar pulled out all the stops to deliver two flawless clear rounds to be the only team to keep a zero score today. Home team Monaco Aces were hot on the Panthers’ heels in second with London Knights securing third. Paris Panthers will start with a serious advantage in Saturday’s GCL Round 2, as the last

Australian show jumping team announced for Tokyo games The Australian Olympic Equestrian Team for Tokyo has been finalized, with Edwina Tops-Alexander, Jamie Kermond, and Katie Laurie selected by the Australian Olympic Committee. The selection of the three jumpers completes the nine-strong Equestrian team set to represent Australia at the Games, with the dressage and eventing teams named last week. Tops-Alexander will compete in her fourth Olympics, while Kermond and Laurie will both make their Australian Olympic debut in Tokyo. Kermond will ride Yandoo Oaks Constellation, owned by Kerrie Winning, and will be supported by groom Cody Mulder. Despite Tokyo being

Cavalcade of Stars for Magical Longines Global Champions Tour of Monaco The best international riders and horses will descend on the Principality of Monaco to face challenging technical courses in one of the most compact arenas on the Tour, where daring, scope and bravery are the key ingredients required for a successful charge. Watched over by the super-yachts and nestled in the former Formula 1 pit lane, this event is truly unique in the world of showjumping and draws fans from all around the world. Monaco has been an established part of the LGCT calendar since 2006 and the magical

People who abuse animals can now face a maximum sentence of five years in prison The landmark legislation kicked in on 29/6/21 after completing its final Government stage and passing into law in April 2021. After years of campaigning, the RSPCA – the principal investigator of animal neglect, cruelty, and serious organized animal crime in England and Wales – is celebrating this ‘milestone’. RSPCA chief executive Chris Sherwood said: “This is a landmark day for animals and animal welfare in England and Wales. For almost 200 years the RSPCA has been investigating animal cruelty and rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals.

Horse trials £200,000 for charity As Isleham Horse Trials, near Ely in Cambridgeshire, prepares to welcome competitors for their first British Eventing fixture since the start of the pandemic, they’re pleased to announce over £200,000 for local charities.  The Cambridgeshire event traditionally runs on the opening weekend of the season but has relocated to the 24-25th July for the 2021 season onwards. Thanks to the support and generosity of the event’s loyal sponsors, riders, and owners, the Isleham Committee has been able to present £204,150 to local charities, since their first event in 1990. “We cannot thank the riders, owners,