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British Dressage Announce Plan to Recommence Activity Following the suspension of British Dressage (BD) training and competition in March 2020, BD has announced a strategic plan to recommence activity inline with the government recommendation’s to ease lockdown, expected Sunday, May 10. Integral to the plans roadmap are four-stages; Ride, Train, Compete and Qualify. The British Dressage Coronavirus Operational Plan follows extensive consideration, planning and collaboration between the board of directors and senior management team alongside the British Equestrian Federation and its relevant bodies. The 12-page, three-phase document maps out direction according…

Kentucky’s Churchill Downs to re-open in May Horse Racing :: Everything Horse The 2020 Kentucky Derby was supposed to run on the first weekend of May. Due to the coronavirus pandemic the race was postponed and is expected to run on September 5. In the build-up to the most famous American Thoroughbred horse race in the autumn, Kentucky’s Churchill Downs, home of the derby, is to re-open in May. Punters are following limited horse racing events in the United States at the moment with much of the action coming from…

Valegro II Auction Launched to Raise Funds for NHS Equestrian News :: Everything Horse Valegro II auction to raise vital funds launched by Dressage Anywhere Auction winner invited to meet world champion, Valegro Valegro II schooled by Carl Hester and Charlotte Dujardin, free of charge An exciting FEI Pony prospect is coming up for auction. Full brother to VALEGRO but smaller and with only one leg. VALEGRO II, according to Carl Hester, has all the attributes to make a top international prospect. The hobby horse is receiving his education with…

Hickstead Cancels 2020 Fixtures as Pandemic Persists Equestrian News:: Everything Horse The Directors of Hickstead’s All England Jumping Course yesterday released an official statement regarding the cancellation of both of International fixtures in 2020. Earlier in April, Directors had announced they were hopeful for both events still to take place, however, a reschedule of June’s Hickstead Derby meant it would have been moved to September. The latest news acts as a further blow to the remaining of equestrian’s sporting calendar for 2020. However, knowing all bodies and event organisers are…

Mare and Foal Sanctuary Release Heartwarming Video of First 2020 Foal being Born as Charity Adapts to Coronavirus Equestrian News :: Everything Horse The Mare and Foal Sanctuary has released a heartwarming video of their first foal for 2020 being born. The short clip shows how the mare foaled peacefully and covers the first moments of life amid a pandemic sweeping the world. The arrival of Lotte’s foal comes at a time when The Mare and Foal Sanctuary, based in Newton Abbot, has already made significant work adjustments during the…

BEF Talk Financial Impact and Sport Resumption Post Coronavirus Lockdown Equestrian News :: Everything Horse News has been published today of the impact to equestrian sports following the government enforced lockdown in a bid to slow down the outbreak, save lives and to protect the NHS. The British Equestrian Federation (BEF) has continued to be at the forefront in communication and strategic development amidst the crisis, along with other key equestrian organisations. Together with its Olympic and Paralympic governing bodies British Dressage, British Eventing and British Showjumping, in conjunction with…

BETA Survey Highlights Equestrian Trade Downturn Since Coronavirus Equestrian News :: Everything Horse A recent survey conducted by BETA has established nearly 200 equestrian businesses faced an average 63% fall in turnover in the first 10 days of the coronavirus lockdown. Trade association members – retailers and suppliers – were consulted in the period up to 2 April and given the opportunity to share figures and fears. Covid-19’s unique and all-pervading impact is posing the greatest threat to the future of our trade that most of us will have ever…

Brand New App, EquiNation, to Launch June 2020 Equestrian News :: Everything Horse EquiNation, a new App designed to connect riders and horse owners to professionals in one single place, will officially launch on June 1st, 2020. The App has been designed to simplify enquiries and streamline connections between horse owners and equestrian professionals offering services in the relevant areas. The idea for this app was built over many years,” says Amna Ahli, the creator of the EquiNation App. As the wife of a Show Jumping trainer in Dubai, I…

Horses Found Dead in Field thought to have been Unintentionally Poisoned Equestrian News :: Everything Horse Two horses have been found dead in a field which has seen a substantial increase in footfall since the coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown. The two Leicestershire based mares, Mary Legs and Flossie were found lifeless on Monday morning by a friend of the owners. With foam in their mouths, their death is believed to have been caused by ingesting poison. There is potential for a post-mortem to be carried out to find the exact cause…

H&C TV Launch Classic Burghley Box Set Featuring Ten Classic Events Equestrian News :: Everything Horse Help take the boredom out of lockdown with the just-launched Burghley Classic Boxset, released today by Horse & Country TV (H&C). The series features extended highlights from ten classic Burghley Horse Trials years, dating back to 1990! The box set features momentous memories of years gone by such as William Fox-Pitt’s first Burghley win (1994) on CHAKA, Pippa Funnell’s historic victory on PRIMMORE’S PRIDE during her Grand Slam victory year and Michael Jung’s extraordinary…

Mary King Loses Beloved 5* Horse Equestrian News:: Everything Horse British eventing superstar, Mary King MBE, yesterday announced the loss of her 5* mare King’s Tempress, stable name Tess, via a social media message. The mare had just foaled a beautiful bay colt by Van Gogh. Unfortunately, she soon suffered complications caused by peritonitis and was sadly put to sleep not long after the feature image to this post was taken. The shock passing left question over whether the urgent replacement for the foal would be available. King confirmed Pat…

FEI TV Free of Charge while Sporting Action on Hold Equestrian News :: Everything Horse FEI.TV, the FEI’s online television platform, will be providing all its coverage of past events and special equestrian features free of charge while live sport is on hold until the end of June. Under normal circumstances, FEI.TV live-streams all major FEI Series and Championships, with an extensive range of replays, special features and historic events coverage available on-demand combining to provide unparalleled coverage of equestrian sport year-round. But with no live sport, access to FEI.TV will be…

Design a Jump Competition Gives New Focus During Lockdown Equestrian News :: Everything Horse The team behind Jump 4 Joy have launched an exciting design a jump competition to give horse riders a new focus during lockdown. The prize? A replica of the designed piece! With equestrian activities abandoned during the lockdown period, Jump 4 Joy has given budding artists the chance to divert their energies to more creative activities. It’s a chance for riders to let the imaginations run wild by designing their own jump – either a show…

  Equestrian Relief Tops £250,000 in Donations for NHS COVID-19 Appeal Equestrian News:: Everything Horse Equestrian Relief and the team at Bolesworth have announced they are thrilled to be handing over £250,000 to the NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Appeal. The amazing commitment and effort from riders and presenters, kind donations by the sponsors and generosity of those who pledged auction prizes have resulted in Equestrian Relief smashing the initial target. Team Challenges Four-time Olympian, Richard Davidson, Sarah Higgins (dressage), Jay Haylim (showjumping), Harry Charles (showjumping), Oliver Townend (eventing), Ros Canter…

Leading Pet Insurer Warns of Rise in Cases of 3 Top Illnesses in Horses During May Equestrian News :: Everything Horse Leading pet insurer, Petplan, has warned of a rise in claims of 3 top illnesses in horses during May each year. The recently released figures show up to the top five most claimed for conditions in 2019. The overall rise in claims year on year, when compared to the last three, show an important trend that horse owners need to be aware of.  Gastric Ulcers, Colic and Laminitis insurance…

Sky Lanterns Continue to Ignite Concern Among the Equestrian Community Equestrian News:: Everything Horse As harmless as they first may seem, sky lanterns can prove fatal to horses, other livestock and wildlife. One single candle rising into the sky can just as easily float into a field, hay barn, or a stable yard/cattle shed causing fires, irreversible damages and in some cases, multiple deaths. Over recent weeks, it’s understandable that those who have lost loved ones are trying to celebrate their lives during a time where funerals are starting to…

BEF Issue Guidance Updates mid Coronavirus Battle Equestrian News :: Everything Horse With the UK being three weeks into lockdown, and midway through the battle against the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, the British Equestrian Federation have released guidance updates from the relevant bodies of the equestrian industry. The following statement was released this afternoon (14/14/2020); Please note: This statement has been taken directly from the press release so no information is misguided from that what was released. With news due any day from the Government on the continuation of the lockdown…

Dressage Anywhere is still running online dressage competitions, but with a twist! Following guidance from the UK Government and equestrian governing bodies around social distancing and staying at home, riders have been invited to compete on a horse with only one leg – a hobby horse! Alice Oppenheimer and ‘Legless’ were the first Grand Prix combination to take part. Video of the test with commentary is above. On the first run through the test, Sarah Oppenheimer thought it was a pretty good effort, but the pair started off ‘with a bit…

Pegasus Jewellery Raises an Amazing £2,400 for The Racehorse Sanctuary Equestrian News:: Everything Horse Leading equestrian jeweller, Pegasus Jewellery, has raised an amazing £2,400 for The Racehorse Sanctuary. Every penny raised will go directly to help the sanctuary support the rehabilitation of ex-racehorses. The money was raised from the sale of 480 Purple Poppy Pins since their launch in autumn 2019. 50% (£5.00) from the sale of every single pin went directly to the Racehorse Sanctuary’s fundraising campaign. The 50% meant that Pegasus made no profit at all on this item,…

Windrush Equestrian One of the First to Join EquiRatings OnForm NEW App Equestrian News :: Everything Horse The Windrush Equestrian Foundation is among the first to sign up to OnForm, the revolutionary new equestrian video analysis and coaching app from EquiRatings. EquiRatings OnForm is a new video coaching and analysis tool which allows athletes and coaches to connect and communicate using video, drawing tools and voiceover. Working globally with many of the major teams, events and national federations in Eventing, EquiRatings was founded in 2015 by event rider Sam Watson…

Charities Receive Much Needed Funds from SEIB Virtual Awards Equestrian News :: Everything Horse Two charities shared the top spot in the SEIB Insurance Brokers Giving Virtual Awards held from the 30th March to 3rd April 2020. It is hard to believe that following over 36,000 nominations for 1,300 charities, two remained neck and neck and ended on exactly the same number of votes. Bransby Horses Rescue and Welfare, and Redwings Horse Sanctuary were announced as joint winners and were each granted £15,0000. Winners throughout the week were announced each…

Equestrian Relief Fundraising Initiative Launched to Support NHS EQUESTRIAN RELIEF: HORSE WORLD UNITES TO SUPPORT OUR NHS HEROES Equestrian News :: Everything Horse LEADING Olympic riders from across the disciplines, as well as horse racing jockeys and celebrities, have shown their support for a major fundraising initiative launched by the team behind Bolesworth and Liverpool International Horse Shows. ‘Equestrian Relief’ is an urgent fundraising campaign to raise money and change lives, with donations going directly to support the efforts of the wonderful work being carried out by the NHS. Leading names are all showing…

Virtual Windsor Launched in wake of 2020 Show Cancellation Equestrian News :: Everything Horse Royal Windsor Horse Show (RWHS) has announced the launch of a NEW virtual online hub to replace the 2020 event. Virtual Windsor aims to help fill the gap left by the cancellation of the 2020 RWHS due to coronavirus Covid-19. Virtual Showing Classes With a variety of virtual showing classes available online, competitors are encouraged to enter by using their preferred photos, which need to be uploaded using a simple form found on the competitions page.…

BEF Announce Update to Equine Influenza Vaccination Schedule for 2020 Equestrian News :: Everything Horse The British Equestrian Federation (BEF) has announced an update to Equine Influenza vaccination requirements for horses competing under relevant member bodies. The move came following complications surrounding the issue of the vaccine due to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. The now-approved proposal has been formulated in conjunction with the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) and the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) Interim BEF Chief Executive Iain Graham commented; The length of the coronavirus pandemic is unknown but…

Ben Hobday and Wife Emma Join Sprenger Sponsorship Team Eventing News :: Everything Horse Leading UK distributor Zebra Products have announced Ben Hobday and his wife Emma, have joined world-renowned German bit and stirrups brand, Sprenger as sponsored riders. By offering sponsorship to top equestrian athletes, the brand is able to adjust their products to the riders’ demands and furthermore to start new trends. Known for its philosophy not to be satisfied with what has already been achieved, the brand offers one of the most comprehensive ranges of bits that…