Category: horse News

Gypsy Fortune heads to British Dressage Winter National Championships  British Winter Dressage Championships beckon for Derbyshire-based Gary Foggon and the 16.2hh bay mare, Gypsy Fortune with not not just one but three tickets! econd in the Elementary Open Freestyle to music. Gary and Gypsy Fortune continued their fantastic form in the Novice Open where they finished third, securing their second qualifying place for the British Winter Dressage Championships, before being crowned Novice Open Freestyle to music champion. Said Gary: “Gypsy Fortune is certainly on top form having just had the most thrilling Regional…

Polo – Team line-ups revealed for Arena Polo Test Match Polo News Hickstead – The teams who will contest the annual Arena Polo International Test Match at Hickstead have been named. England will once again face the USA at the All England Polo Club (Saturday 5 March 2016), and they’re hoping for retribution after the home side was defeated when the two teams last met here two years ago. In 2014, the might of 10-goal captain Tommy Biddle helped lead the USA to victory – but this time England also boasts a 10-goaler in captain Chris Hyde,…

Dressage stallion KWPN-approved Cyden Bodyguard Moorland will once again take a short break from his competition schedule to stand at Stallion AI Services. Known as Mr Nice Guy for his exceptional temperament, Bodyguard, by Gribaldi x Negro x Cocktail has a pedigree second to none and has already proved himself to be a sire of talented youngsters, while moving up the ranks in his own dressage career, currently competing at Small Tour Level. Based at owner Lara Dyson’s North East Lincolnshire Yard, 2015 was another successful year that saw Bodyguard…

Equisafety Limited announce their sponsorship of Charlotte Dujardin OBE Elite British Dressage rider Charlotte Dujardin has recently joined Equisafety Limited as a sponsored rider. The UK’s largest specialist in high visibility equine wear, Equisafety Limited is renowned for creating the most innovative and iconic high visibility attire for horse and rider, and the team at Equisafety Ltd is looking forward to working with Charlotte to create a range of high visibility apparel. Nicky Fletcher, MD, says: “I’m thrilled to be able to use my extensive experience to design and manufacture…

Team USA reigns supreme in Furusiyya leg at Ocala Team USA won today’s second leg of the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping 2016 series on home ground at Ocala, Florida (USA), but had to rely on anchor rider, Beezie Madden, to clinch it with a last-to-go effort with Breitling LS. On a day of very mixed fortunes, and with many inexperienced horses and riders facing the biggest challenge of their careers so far, this opening round of the three-leg North and Central American and Caribbean League produced a fascinating contest.…

Collective Equestrian The Ultimate Riding Centre Launched, South West England Collective Equestrian – Grand Prix dressage rider Jonny Clarke-West’s decision to set up his own equestrian centre was originally fuelled by the desire to create a commercial entity that would support his and his business partners’ – Alex and Liza – own equestrian interests whilst at the same time providing a collaborative environment where others could pursue their equestrian dreams. Collective Equestrian at Moorledge Lane, Chew Magna, Somerset was officially launched on 14th February 2016, with a fantastic open day. With…

Smarden Therapeutic Stables Gain Accessibility Mark Accreditation Kent based Smarden Therapeutic Stables CIC (Community Interest Company) based in Kent is the latest riding establishment to gain Accessibility Mark accreditation. Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), in partnership with Hoof, the British Equestrian Federation’s (BEF) participation programme launched the Accessibility Mark scheme to encourage those who do not already partake in equestrian activities or would not usually have the opportunity to do so, to experience the many benefits that riding can bring. Set in the beautiful Kentish countryside, Smarden Therapeutic Stables…

French to the fore at opening leg of 2016 Furusiyya season in Al Ain by Louise Parkes   Team France were convincing winners at yesterday’s opening leg of the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping 2016 series at Al Ain (UAE). In a competition that proved tough for some, but which also exposed some very exciting new talent, the side led by Chef d’Equipe Philippe Guerdat cruised to victory ahead of Qatar, while Switzerland slotted into third place.   Ukraine clinched fourth spot ahead of Italy in fifth, while Team Ireland…

Black Country Saddles Sponsor International Event Rider Ian Wills   Black Country Saddles – International event rider Ian Wills has a new sponsor for 2016 thanks to Black Country Saddles. Based in Brackley, Northants, Ian has three main rides for this season including Hartpury Sky is the Limit, Marli III and Fallulah. Ian has his sights set on the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with a four year goal to achieve his life-long dream. Said Ian: “I am really excited about joining the Black Country Saddles team of sponsored riders and to be representing…

Can Trevor Breen make it three in a row at Hickstead? Only a handful of showjumping’s biggest names have won the famous Hickstead Derby three times in succession, and this summer Ireland’s Trevor Breen bids to join this elite roll of honour. Trevor Breen is the reigning Equestrian.com Derby champion. Having won the title for the first time in 2014 with the one-eyed Adventure De Kannan, he followed up his win last year with victory on board Loughnatousa WB. Their win in 2015 made history, as Loughnatousa WB became the…

Show Jumping Furusiyya 2016 season gets underway with a double-header Show Jumping – There is an Olympic ring to the new Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup Show Jumping 2016 season which gets off to a flying start this week with legs in Al Ain (UAE) on Thursday 18 and Ocala (USA) on Friday 19 February. Just five months before horses and riders set off for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil, the series is set to provide the perfect platform for preparation as national team managers test, and confirm, the…

New stables for Paralympic gold medallist’s RDA group New Stables for Sophie – Paralympic gold medallist Sophie Wells set up a new Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) group at her training base in Papplewick, Nottingham in 2014. Papplewick RDA received a recent boost thanks to Jon William Stables, who sponsored and built a set of 3 stables and a tack room. This will house some of the RDA horses and ponies, allowing the group to expand and take on more riders. Sophie commented, “Now we can give more people…

Event Rider James Sommerville Secures Fibre-Beet Sponsorship Event rider, James Sommerville (28), has recently secured sponsorship from British Horse Feeds, the makers of super fibre conditioning feed, Fibre-Beet. Team Sommerville Eventing, first started using Fibre-Beet in 2012 and are now big fans of the feed. Said James: “Our new sponsorship with Fibre-Beet will help the team greatly; it is a product we already use in such large amounts and one that we can truly recommend and trust. We are justly thrilled with its astounding results within our event horses.” Said…

Kate Negus Saddlery sponsors showjumper Toby Bevins Kate Negus Saddlery is delighted to announce the sponsorship of Wiltshire based para and able bodied showjumper Toby Bevins.   Toby recently finished third in the pairs class at the Dodson & Horrell National Amateur Championships at Aintree EC on his 15 year old gelding Askan Van Overis. This is a huge achievement for anyone, let alone a rider who suffers from an extreme form of epilepsy…and suffered a seizure 20 minutes before completing his round at the competition. Previously, Toby won the…

BE announce new Regional Development Officers British Eventing (BE) are delighted to introduce the eight new Regional Development Officers (RDOs) who will be joining the Training & Education (T&E) department as part of the ongoing development to the overall regional structure. Following the announcement at the end of 2015 of the developments to BE ’s regional structure, including the implementation of new Regional Committees, we can now confirm the names who will take up the brand new regionally based roles: Representing British Eventing (BE) T&E in their region, the RDO…

The Face of TopSpec 2016 Goes To…Dylan and Hannah Scully! DYLAN, a six-year-old dark bay gelding owned by Hannah Scully from Lincoln has been chosen as The Face of TopSpec 2016 in a nationwide competition. For Hannah, who runs a busy livery yard and rides full time, Dylan, also known as Rebel’s Dylan in the eventing world, is very special and although their partnership is relatively new they have had a fantastic season. The Face of TopSpec 2016 award means the pair receive £500 worth of TopSpec feed, a professional photo-shoot…

British Eventing Announce New FEI Admission Policy New for this year British Eventing have introduced the ‘British Eventing FEI Event Admissions Policy for Owners’, creating an open and clear set of guidelines for owners with horses competing at FEI events. Developed with Event organisers, the Event Horse Owners Association (EHOA) and Event Riders Association UK (ERA) the new Policy aims to standardise the offering throughout the various BE Owner packages. Both BE and the FEI have not previously delivered rules or regulations surrounding the number of individual owners a registered…

Lady entrepreneur scoops small business award and features on national radio Mounting Mate – A West Midland’s based lady has scooped a Small Business Award from Nick Brown, the business expert on The Jeremy Vine Show on BBC Radio 2. Debbie Boston, inventor of The Mounting Mate – a product which helps people mount their horses safely – won the award after impressing Nick Brown who broadcasts to millions of listeners on the Jeremy Vine show with his tips & advice for business owners. Debbie, who came up with the…

CrossCountry App to support Mitsubishi Motors Cup CrossCountry App are delighted to again be supporting the popular British Eventing competition for amateurs held at the world-famous Badminton Park immediately prior to the International event, and for 2016, re-branded as The Mitsubishi Motors Cup in honour of title sponsor and long-term supporters of eventing, Mitsubishi Motors. Working with Badminton Horse Trials Event Director Hugh Thomas and his team, CrossCountry App will supply mapping for the program and digital interactive cross country course maps for the Mitusubishi Motors Cup website for riders…

Rider Development Pathway Entries Still Open  Applications for The Pony Club’s Rider Development Pathway (RDP) close on Monday 22 February 2016, so apply today if you want a stepping stone to success in Dressage, Show Jumping or Eventing! Supported by the Sport England funded BEF Excel Talent Programme, the RDP is designed to aid the development of Pony Club Members who show the ability to progress in the Olympic disciplines and provides opportunities for young riders working towards the British Equestrian Federation’s Sport England funded Excel Talent Programme and the…

Showjumping Dream victory for Staut and Reveur at last Longines leg in Bordeaux Showjumping – Kevin Staut pinned French compatriot, Simon Delestre, into runner-up spot at the nail-biting last leg of the Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping 2015/2015 Western European League in Bordeaux (FRA) tonight. It was Staut’s first major victory for some time, and it was achieved by a brilliant performance from the 35-year-old rider and his 15-year-old gelding Reveur de Hurtebise HDC who brought the packed stadium of spectators to their feet. With 17 through to the jump-off,…

BETA Feed Approval Mark for horses that suffer from Ulcers BETA Feed Approval Mark – A new feed approval mark has been developed by the British Equestrian Trade Association – in consultation with the Veterinary Medicines Directorate – to help owners identify feeds suitable for horses and ponies prone to equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS). BETA’s decision to introduce the mark was taken following the move by regulatory organisations to permit use of the term “prone to” only when referring to laminitis. This excluded other equine conditions, such as gastric ulcers,…

Victoria Bax Blog January 2016 – It’s Game On! Courtesy of Victoria Bax ’s sponsors Aloeride www.aloeride.co.uk & Golly Galoshes www.gollygaloshes.com   January is always the month’s where things really get a kick start as we are now only a few weeks or so now until the eventing season starts so it is definitely ‘Game On’ with the training regime for my team.   With the weather being so mild albeit rather wet, at least my arena has not been frozen so flat and jump training has been in full…