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‘This horse is my best friend – I owe him everything’: retrained racehorse...
Sonnetist ran 26 times winning £13,000 during his racing career. A former racehorse is set to make his debut at the London International Horse Show (LIHS) next month. Sonnetist and Emma Rhymer have...
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Buying a mini show pony: top tips on how to find your child’s next superstar
If you’re looking to buy a mini show pony for either lead rein or first ridden classes, continue reading so you can learn how to source the correct one for your child. What is a show pony? The show...
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Show Horse of the Year 2024
With film-star looks, superb ringcraft and manners to burn, the show horse who both gives an impeccable ride and wows the spectators.Show Horse of the Year 2024 winner Mulberry Lane 9yo Irish Sport...
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The Horse & Hound Podcast Professional Rider of the Year 2024
Honouring the greatest rider of the year, who is a hero and an inspiration to others, and whose ability is a blessing for both their horses and our sport.Professional Rider of the Year winner 2024 Ros...
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Amateur Rider of the Year 2024
Acknowledging the rider who does not make their living from riding, training or competing horses, yet dedicates themselves to their passion.Amateur Rider of the Year winner 2024 Lucy Latta The...
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Young Rider of the Year 2024
Celebrating up-and-coming talent in the horse world. Nominees must be under 25 years old on the day of the H&H Awards (27 November 2024)Young Rider of the Year winner 2024 Olli Fletcher Age: 21...
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Absorbine Groom of the Year 2024
Honouring the dedication, skill and sheer effort and love of horses this individual displays in the care of their charges day and nightAbsorbine Groom of the Year winner 2024 Jackie Potts The path to...
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Dodson & Horrell Team of the Year 2024
The team of top-level horses and riders that produced their very best in 2024 to shine on the world stage – whose meticulous approach, team spirit, support and exemplary performance are the envy of...
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7 common conformation faults and their effect on health and soundness
The show ring has a strict no blemishes or conformation faults policy for a horse to stand at the top of the line. But which issues can potentially compromise a horse’s physical health and which can...
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‘This is just a dream’: nurse wins her second miniature horse of the year...
A three-year-old colt provided his owner and handler with a second Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) win of her career as he flicked his toes to the head of the 2024 HOYS miniature horse of the year...
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‘It must be those Cumbrian hills’: incredible horse wins second title of HOYS...
The incredible show horse Briarhill Buddy Bolden cemented his name in the history books as he won the Hamilton Tarmac HOYS 2024 small show hunter of the year tricolour after winning the intermediate...
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A star is born: first-season mare is crowned riding horse of the year at HOYS
A novice mare in her first season ate up the International Arena on her Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) debut to lift the Epiony 2024 HOYS riding horse of the year championship. Edward Young rode Lauren...
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‘He’s a diamond’: triple HOYS winner enjoys his championship moment at the NEC
On the final day of the Horse of the Year Show (HOYS), The Binks Family HOYS 2024 show hunter pony of the year spoils were secured by a three-time class winner. Katie Parker and her 133cm contender...
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Judges speak out as they 'put their lives in competitors’ hands' while work...
Guy Landau - Cuddy judgeJudges and officials must have better insurance cover to protect them, shows and the sport as a whole – as they are “putting their lives in competitors’ hands”. This is the...
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‘She’s fun, sweet and spicy’: Welsh mare bounces back to make London dreams...
A home-producer’s pony of a lifetime is bound for London International Horse Show for the first time in the Senior Showing and Dressage Ltd (SSADL) finals. Amy Ashworth’s Belchford Mari qualified for...
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Do you want to buy a side-saddle horse? This guide will help you on your...
A ladies’ horse for the show ring has a niche set of requirements, so if you’re looking to buy a side-saddle horse for the coming season or for some time in the future, then this guide is a must-read....
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BBC to broadcast London International highlights: find out how to watch live
Joseph Trunkfield riding Cruze joint winners of The LeMieux puissance at the London International Horse Show in 2022. Fans will be able to watch the London International Horse Show live via a variety...
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The Horse & Hound Podcast 160: showing’s Sam Roberts on her London memories
Harwell Wizard and Samantha Roberts at Olympia in 1998. Episode 160 of our popular audio service The Horse & Hound Podcast, is now live. Each episode is available for H&H fans to listen to via...
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How to get to London International Horse Show at ExCeL
sign for elizabeth line undergroundWhether you’ve worked out how to get to London Horse Show from its previous runnings at ExCeL over the past couple of years or it’s your first visit to the event...
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9 jobs worth tackling over the festive period to help you get ahead
Bridles in a tack roomOf course we’d encourage you to eat, drink and be very merry, but as the Christmas period is one of the few times most amateurs get an extended break from work, it might also be...
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