Sarah Billington Celebrates at Bolesworth Sarah Billington got the final day of this year’s Bolesworth CSI **** International off to a flying start when she won the Am-A grand prix. The class, sponsored by Andrews Bowen, reached a thrilling crescendo as the top three finishers were separated by just 16 hundredths of a second. But it was Cheshire-based Sarah, wife of international showjumper Geoff Billington, who came out on top after clocking a jump-off time of 41.37 seconds with eight-year-old bay mare Uforia JX. Newcastle-based Kerstin Deakin continued her impressive…
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Horse Hospital Mark 25 Years with Open Day
Horse Hospital Mark 25 Years with Open Day A HORSE hospital is marking its 25th anniversary with an open day event. Ashbrook Equine Hospital in Knutsford, Cheshire, which is part of the independently owned Willows Veterinary Group, will play host to a range of horsey inspired activities for the whole family to enjoy on Saturday July 2 from 12-5 pm. There will be pony hopper races, a rodeo horse, children’s face painting and a chance to see the hospital’s veterinary team including head vets Roger Dixon and Kerry Comb in…
Super Saturday Bolesworth International
Scorching Competition at Super Saturday Bolesworth International As the third day of Bolesworth International draws to a close, we take a look back at who came out on top. The sun was out, crowds gathered and trade stands were full. A real buzz echoed the showground as international riders entertained those who visited the new Equine Learning Zone. Crabbies wasn’t the only ‘on tap’ action at this years event, International Showjumping was a-plenty as riders and their horses wowed spectators as the action heated up. Belgium’s Francois Mathy Jr had a…
Bolesworth Puissance Spectacular
Bolesworth Puissance Spectacular 2016 Chloe Winchester had a puissance debut to savour when she shared victory in a thrilling class at the Bolesworth CSI **** International. The Suffolk-based 21-year-old rider cleared a fourth and final round height of seven feet three inches on Shannondale Linnet to finish equal first with 16-year-old Irish prospect Michael Pender, riding Acorad 3.Winchester, a former winner of the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Cup at Hickstead, and Pender were joined in the last round by Ireland’s David Simpson on Gotti van Paemel, who was last year’s…
Bolesworth Equine Learning Zone Welcomes Dressage Superstars
Bolesworth Equine Learning Zone Welcomes Dressage Superstars Bolesworth Equine Learning Zone and Fan Zone News Visitors to Bolesworth International on Thursday were treated to a talk from Olympic dressage riders Charlotte Dujardin, Carl Hester, Laura Tomlinson and Richard Davidson. Held in the Equine Learning Zone, which is new for 2016, the riders stopped in ahead of the evening dressage performances to talk about the sport of Dressage, London 2012 and to answer quick fire questions from visitors to the event. Carl on dressage success in London. “It turned the sport…
Olympic Eventer Alex Hua Tian Raises Funds for Charity in Shanghai
Stunning images by world-renowned photographer, Matthew Seed, auctioned in aid of World Horse Welfare by Alex Hua Tian Olympic eventer and World Horse Welfare Patron, Alex Hua Tian, has raised almost £3,500 for the charity through auctioning a selection of stunning images of his horses kindly donated by world-renowned photographer, Matthew Seed. The auction was held as part of an event hosted by The Hurun Report at The Roosevelt Club in Shanghai to celebrate Alex’s qualification for the Rio Olympics which take place in just two months’ time. Alex made his…
Bolesworth Re-Opens to Public Ahead of Schedule
Bolesworth Re-Opens to Public Ahead of Schedule Bolesworth International have this afternoon re-opened access to the public ahead of schedule. Due to efforts from staff overnight, and this morning, the showground parking has now been deemed suitable for traffic meaning visitors are now allowed back onto the grounds. An official statement has been released via the Bolesworth International website Organisers of the Bolesworth CSI **** International are delighted to announce that public admission to the event on Friday has been opened from 1pm. Unstinting efforts from the Bolesworth team to…
Will Trevor Breen be able to Claim Third Consecutive Derby Win
Will Trevor Breen be able to Claim Third Consecutive Derby Win Reigning Equestrian.com Derby champion Trevor Breen returns to Hickstead next week in the hope of claiming a third consecutive Derby title – but he faces a strong field of contenders. Ireland’s Billy Twomey is among the favourites for Hickstead’s most famous class, which is held on the afternoon of Sunday 26 June. Billy finished second in the Equestrian.com Derby in 2015 with Diaghilev with just four faults, and the pair recently won the Hamburg Derby – so this year they are in with…
No Public Admission to Bolesworth on Friday 17th Jun until 5PM
No Public Admission to Bolesworth on Friday 17th Jun until 5PM Bolesworth International have announced this morning that, due to heavy rainfall yesterday, there will no public admission to the event on Friday 17th June until 5pm. This is solely due to the ground conditions in the public car park. They released the following statement via the Bolesworth International CCI4* website The decision has been made to allow time for the ground to repair, and with no further rain forecast, to ensure that the weekend’s bumper schedule of action continues…
Olympic Dressage Stars Shine at Bolesworth International
Great Britain’s Olympic dressage gold medallists thrilled an eager crowd on the opening night of this year’s Bolesworth CSI **** International as they showcased their unique brand of magic. Reigning Olympic, World and European champion Charlotte Dujardin was joined by her London 2012 team-mates Carl Hester and Laura Tomlinson as the stars shone in the glorious grounds of Bolesworth Castle. Split into two sections – Inter Freestyle and Grand Prix Freestyle (both classes were sponsored by Cool Equestrian and Mount St John) – Bolesworth’s latest dressage spectacle proved to be…
Irish Rider Marion Hughes Fights off International Competition at Bolesworth
Irish Rider Marion Hughes Fights off International Competition at Bolesworth This afternoon’s CSI4* 1m35 class started as the heavens opened for Bolesworth International. Marion Hughes (IRL) riding the 2001 mare, Heritage HHS Fortuna, took first place finishing on a time of 43.9 with British rider, Keith Shore on board Zegreanne Z, unbelievably close behind in second on 64.1. Hughes fought off Internationally recognised names such as Geoff Billington, Trevor Breen, Bill Twoomey and Whitaker duo, William and Michael. There were 23 clear rounds in total. Emma Augier DeMoussac for CZ riding…
Bolesworth Kicks Off in Style
Competitors and spectators alike didn’t allow the wet weather dampen their spirits as they gathered together for the eagerly awaited first day of the 2016 Bolesworth International. The morning kicked off at 8 a.m. with the Halsall Electrical 1m25 class, held in the international arena. It was followed by the Aggreco-sponsored 1m15 and, to finish the morning’s fun, the relay-format Jockey Challenge! Halsall Electrical CSI Am-A two-phase class Yorkshireman Ben Raistrick launched the Bolesworth CSI **** International in winning fashion with a stylish victory as a packed Thursday schedule got…
Luhmühlen CCI4* – Can Germany keep Luhmühlen crown at home?
Luhmühlen CCI4* – Can Germany keep Luhmühlen crown at home? By Kate Green The good news for competitors at Luhmühlen CCI4* is that Michael Jung (GER) can’t win it: the runaway series leader, winner of Kentucky and Badminton, does not have a ride at his country’s premier event. However, this doesn’t mean that it won’t be a German victory; although many leading riders, including last year’s winner Ingrid Klimke (GER) are running their Olympic prospects in the CIC3*.Previous winners Andreas Dibowski and Bettina Hoy plus younger riders Julia Krajewski, Claas…
Bolesworth Beats the Weather!
Bolesworth have today confirmed the go ahead of the first day’s action with the ground draining considerably overnight. The Lake Arena, as announced yesterday evening, will remain closed for today (16/06/2016). All classes have been cancelled to help preserve the ground ahead of the week’s schedule. The spotlight today is on this evening’s ‘Freestyle to Dressage‘ competition featuring all of the London 2012 Olympic Gold Medal team; Charlotte Dujardin, Carl Hester, Laura Tomlinson and Richard Davidson! There’ll be plenty to whet your appetite through the day with showjumping in the International…
Bolesworth Hit by Flash Floods
Bolesworth Hit by Flash Floods Bolesworth hit by flash floods – Event scheduled to take place tomorrow with only one arena closure. The latest equestrian event to take the brunt of the British weather is Bolesworth International, set in Bolesworth Estate, Cheshire. The management team have this evening announced, via their website and social media, the cancellation of classes scheduled to take place in the Lake Arena tomorrow, due to unexpected downpour this afternoon. They are confident that preserving the area, ahead of the weeks coming classes, will allow the…
Success for Nick Gauntlett at Bolesworth International
Success for Nick Gauntlett at Bolesworth International British eventer Nick Gauntlett posted a double success at the Bolesworth CSI **** International on Wednesday. And in doing so, the Gloucestershire-based rider paraded another potential star, whose sire is 2015 Badminton champion Chilli Morning. Gauntlett used to ride Chilli Morning before the horse went briefly to Mary King and then William Fox-Pitt, who guided him to Badminton glory and could be part of Great Britain’s Olympic eventing team in Rio this summer. And there was plenty to admire about Gauntlett’s home-bred stallion…
Brilliant Bolesworth 2016 Ready to Dazzle and Delight
Bolesworth 2016 is ready to open its doors for a 2016 equestrian spectacular that will see global superstars and stunning horse-power combining in irresistible fashion. The CSI **** International promises four days of high-octane entertainment, headlined by six London 2012 Olympic gold medallists – Nick Skelton, Scott Brash, Ben Maher, Charlotte Dujardin, Carl Hester and Laura Tomlinson – bringing a Midas touch to events at Bolesworth Castle in the glorious Cheshire countryside, starting on Thursday. And it is not just British stars who will be out in force, with riders…
Dealer Duo Charged for Drugging Ex Racehorses to Sell
Dealer Duo Charged for Drugging Ex Racehorses to Sell Two Kent based ‘lady’ horse dealers have been charged with drugging ex racehorses before selling them to novice owners, making a considerable profit of around £4,500 per sale. They were found guilty of conspiracy to commit fraud through false representation following a 14-week trial. The duo, who operated under the name of South East Horses and Mid Kent horses, sold many unfit and unsafe ex racehorses to riders who were not only left displeased but have, in some instances since been…
Dengie Support British Dressage BYRDS
Dengie Support British Dressage BYRDS Dengie, the UK’s leading manufacturer of fibre-based horse feeds and the largest producer of alfalfa within the UK, are devoted devoted to supporting young riders and in doing so hope to help educate them on the importance of a healthy diet for their horses and ponies. This is why they are delighted to be the official feed sponsor for British Dressage’s British Young Rider Dressage Scheme (BYRDS) 2016-2017. For riders aged 6 to 25, the BYRDS programme is the youth arm of British Dressage’s activities and…
euro-star announce sponsorship of Amy Woodhead
euro-star, a leading brand in equestrian sportsware, are pleased to announce they will be supporting young British dressage rider Amy Woodhead. The sponsorship package will be providing her with clothing for training and competition. Twenty-three- year- old Amy, who currently works for Carl Hester and rides several of his young horses, is thrilled to of been offered the sponsorship from the leading brand ” I’m extremely excited to now be a sponsored rider for euro-star. I have always loved the clothing and believe it is fantastic quality which is extremely important…
Blue Chip All Star Academy Airing June 2016
Blue Chip All Star Academy Airing June 2016 The first episode of the Blue Chip All Star Academy aired yesterday evening on Horse and Country TV. The new series will run over five episodes, which sees eight riders compete against each other to win a years’ sponsorship from Blue Chip Feed and to become the next video blogger for Horse and Country TV. After watching nearly 130 videos, the panel of selectors who included Carl Hester, Jayne Ross and Blue Chip sponsored rider Daisy Coakley, narrowed them down to eight finalists…
Alex Hua Tian Takes Leg 2 of the Event Rider Masters
Leg 2 of the Event Rider Masters held at Bramham International Horse Trials Chinease rider, Alex Hua Tian yesterday celebrated his triumph on board Don Geniro, for the second leg of the Event Rider Masters (ERM). Overnight leader Clark Montegmary (USA), riding Loughan Glen, had a ‘costly’ pole in the morning’s showjumping, and despite his double clear cross-country, he finished just behind triumphant Alex in second. Said Alex ” I can’t believe it, we were dead last at Chatsworth and to be here having won, it’s absolutely extraordinary” Alex, being…
Witherslack Hall Equestrian Centre Team up with Young Equestrians
Teenagers at Witherslack Hall Equestrian Centre, Cumbria, are the latest to form a Young Equestrians group; designed to provide informal social and training opportunities for people aged 13-18 to connect and re-engage with equestrian sport. The session kicked off in the centre’s social room so that the young people could get to know each other and as the group quickly felt at ease conversations moved on to discussing what the Young Equestrians would like to get out of their new club. A variety of ideas were brought up, including workshops…
Event Rider Masters Welcomes Two Sub 40 Dressage Scores
Clark Montgomery (USA) heads the Event Rider Masters (ERM) leader board ahead of tomorrow’s showjumping and cross-country at Bramham International Horse Trials. The UK based US rider, on board Loughan Glen, was the second competitor to break the sub 40 score, finishing on an impressive 36.5!! William Levett (AUS), the first competitor to break the sub 40 dressage score ‘seal’ for the inaugural ERM, finished the day in second on 39 riding the 17hh Irish Sports, Horse Shannondale Titan. Levett was among the last of the riders, along with Montgomery, responsible for shaking up…
Sammi Birch Leads the Bramham CCI3* Pack
Day one of the 2016 CCI3* Bramham International Horse trials concluded with x1 elated new mom, Sammi Birch (AUS), leading the pack. Only recently back in the saddle, Sammi proved just how ready she truly is for competing at CCI3* level, having given birth only 11 months ago. She held on to her early lead and was the only rider to break into the sub 40 score! Said Sammi “It was fantastic to get a sub 40 score, I’ve actually come straight from Tattersalls, where we had a little blip, so…