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A horse found with an arrow in his head in Abbots Langley, Hertfordshire is being treated by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), Hatfield. The 15-month-old colt, Widget, was found on Saturday evening around 7pm. He was initially treated by vet Nicole Larkin, of RVC. The arrow had narrowly missed his eye and other important vital structures. The RVC have said Widget is “comfortable and recovering well after surgery” and they are “delighted with his progress so far.” Everything Horse caught up with Widget’s owner Hannah Dorsett, to ‘check in’ on his recovery…

Hickstead launches photography competition Hickstead launch photography competition ahead of 2016 season’s schedule. The Directors of the All England Jumping Course are on the search for photographs that really sum up those moments that make Hickstead’s shows so special. For the first time Hickstead is holding a photo competition, to search for the best images from our 2016 season. The theme is #HicksteadMoments and the photos can be of anything that sums up the Hickstead experience – from showjumping action shots and beautiful showing photos, to photos of people enjoying themselves at the…

Michel Hendrix Hits the Right Note at Bolesworth International Dutch showjumper Michel Hendrix hailed the “biggest win” of his career ater landing the Bolesworth CSI **** International four-star grand prix on Sunday. And his audience raised a glass to the appropriately-named Baileys after Hendrix guided the 10-year-old gelding to victory by more than three seconds in the jump-off of Bolesworth’s headline class, sponsored by Equerry Horse Feeds. Thirteen combinations went through from round one, including the solitary British clear – defending champiom Yazmin Pinchen – and four managed double clears,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 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…

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? 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 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…

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 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…