Category: Horse News

SEIB Insurance Brokers has announced an extended sponsorship partnership with British Riding Clubs (BRC) for the next two years, solidifying their support for the grassroots equestrian sector. With over 30 years of collaboration, SEIB is committed to bolstering its relationship with BRC. The insurance broker will serve as the title sponsor for several prestigious events, including the SEIB BRC Quadrille of the Year, the SEIB National Horse Trials Championships, and the SEIB Combined Championships until 2026, in addition to continuing their sponsorship of the SEIB Novice Winter Championships. Rachael Hollely-Thompson,…

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The world’s largest gathering of Shire horses is making its presence felt this March as the iconic National Shire Horse Show returns to Staffordshire Showground. Following interruptions due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the event found temporary refuge at Newark Showground in Nottinghamshire. However, the show now returns to its indoor venue at Staffordshire Showground for three days of fun-filled action from March 8th to March 10th, 2024. Further helping promote the anticipated return of such a prestigious event, Shire horses gathered at the Stone Farmers’ Market on March 2nd. The…

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The National Steeplechase Association has given prestigious approval to an innovative new horseshoe, designed with horse welfare at its very heart. Equishox is a composite rubber-coated aluminium horseshoe designed especially for racehorses that provides shock absorption and reduces the impact on horses’ legs. The innovative shoes are said to reduce the risk of slipping and encourage horses to stride “with newfound confidence.” “We are honoured to have received the endorsement of the National Steeplechase Association,” said former jockey and co-founder Robert ‘Choc” Thornton. “This recognition is a testament to the…

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The National Equine Forum (NEF) takes place on 7th March 2024 and a very limited number of face-to-face or live stream tickets are still available, and you can get your voice heard. The event takes place in London and is available on a livestream. The programme and full speaker details are available to view now on the NEF website. Q&A opportunities have been built in at the end of all the main sessions to give the audience and the livestream viewers a chance to engage with the discussions. The BEVA…

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This heartbreaking story is one that all riders of Great Britain will no doubt admit is their greatest fear when they take to the roads on their treasured horses. It is the story of Katie, a beloved Welsh pony owned by Laura Grant, a resident of Carmarthenshire, South Wales, and the terrible accident that could have been avoided but instead led to Katie’s untimely death. On 2nd April 2023, Laura and her young friend, Ellie, decided to take a carriage ride with Katie the Welsh Pony and her good companion,…

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Pick up after your horse signs to be removed as local councillor declares them fake! Sophisticated signs bearing Edinburgh’s local authority logo have been screwed to trees along the Water of Leith walkway which clearly display the wording “Please pick up after your horse”. Locals believed that the signs had been attached to the trees by Edinburgh City Council, however, it has been confirmed by a local councillor that it appears to be the work of a local individual(s) trying to take matters into their own hands. Councillor Scott Arthur,…

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Labour’s plans to eliminate hunting have been announced as the Party is accused of pursuing a toxic culture war in the countryside. The plans, released on Monday morning and further reiterated in a press release by the Countryside Alliance, will see the party implement a “full ban on trail and drag hunting, bringing an end to the activity for once and all. Steve Reed, the shadow environment secretary, made the announcement as part of a wider pitch to rural voters, who he said Labour would treat “with greater respect”.  He claimed…

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The Mare and Foal Sanctuary announced a staggering £200,000 has been raised through a Crowdfunder campaign which has been spent on a vital and very unusual piece of lifesaving kit.  The new equine mannequin will be used to help train emergency teams to rescue horses and ponies from trenches, ditches and cliffs and from water and mud entrapment.  Named ‘Max’, following a very generous donation of £175,000 by Lesley Willianin in memory of her friend Jeff Ward, has been engineered by specialist UK company Resquip. Max is designed to be…

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If you’re a horse owner worrying about managing Equine Gastric Ulcers, then you will want to get yourself enrolled on the webinar with David Randle, due to take place on Tuesday, 27th February. The former BEVA president will join the World Horse Welfare for the webinar to discuss how we can manage equine gastric ulcers in horses. Welfare will be another key topic alongside the treatment options to consider if your horse does develop gastric ulcers. David will then be available to answer your equine gastric ulcer related questions in…

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Contemporary Artist, Emily Hancock and Andrea Bristol from Admire PR are calling on individuals to nominate unsung equestrian heroes from all over the UK. The pair are asking for nominations who are deserving of this accolade to feature in an exclusive book and subsequent exhibition that is planned for Summer 2025. The competition is open to any person involved in the UK equine industry. A proportion of profits from the book will go to Brooke Action for Working Horses and Donkeys. Emily Hancock is a renowned contemporary artist based in…

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Using horses and other animals to control knotweed involves a process known as “grazing management,” where animals are used to feed on the plants, potentially helping to control their growth and spread. However, it’s essential to approach this method with caution and knowledge, as knotweed (particularly Japanese knotweed) is a highly invasive species with a robust growth habit that can be difficult to manage and control. Here are some guidelines on how to potentially use grazing as a method to control knotweed: 1. Choose the Right Animals 2. Understand the…

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In a milestone celebration marking a quarter-century of dedication to equine health, Westgate Labs commemorates its 25th anniversary as a pioneer in improving horse worming practices. Founded in 1999 by husband-and-wife team David and Gillian Booth, the company embarked on a mission to revolutionize horse parasite control from their humble farm in Northumberland. Reflecting on the early days of the business, David Booth recalls the determination to drive change: “We recognized the looming threat of resistance in sheep farming and realized the urgent need for a similar shift in horse…

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