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Lynn Russell: Why were grooms brought in one at a time? *H&H VIP*
Opinion Lynn Russell and CappashamRoyal Windsor proved hugely attractive to amateur riders. There were 27 catalogued in the amateur small and lightweight hunter class, 24 in the heavyweight section and...
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Nigel Hollings: Intermediates should be polished *H&H VIP*
Opinion My first love will always be ponies and the highlight for me, as senior showing steward, was the open show pony championship. What a thrill for those six riders who performed in front of The...
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Rebecca Penny: Shouldn’t judges assess on both reins? *H&H VIP*
Opinionclass 82 OLYMPIA SEMI FINAL SEC C 105 LYNUCK THE SHOWMAN. R: REBECCA PENNY.Royal Windsor is one of the highlights of the showing calendar. It always has a buzz about it and whether you’re a...
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Time as a child spent in a wheelchair — and other things you might not know...
This week's cover star Simon Reynolds might seem to hit the headlines after every major show, but what is life like behind the scenes for this showing supremo — and how did he get to where he is...
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What did the South of England Show look like in 1967?
Bar the blurry footage, it’s hard to spot the difference between the equestrian extravaganza at the South of England Show in 1967, and what it is like today. This year is the show’s 50th anniversary...
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Find the showing world intimidating? 6 questions you thought were too obvious...
Concerns over show ring etiquette can be off-putting for showing novices. So we have answered the questions that you thought were too obvious or embarrassing to askWhat colour and type of tack is...
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Lucy Eddis’ horsey teen blog: ‘now is not the time’ and a very special...
I am very sorry to my loyal followers for my recent absence. My life at the moment is, unfortunately, dedicated to A-Levels, and even my mother has cottoned on to the fact that now is not the time and...
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5 super-smart show horses for sale
If you’re looking for a horse to take to the biggest shows on the circuit, take a look at this selection of show horses for sale on the Horse & Hound website this week. 1. ‘Stunning’ Height: 16.3hh...
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16 adorable mini show ring winners (Warning: you will fall in love)
Horse No. 88, Reserve M&M Lead Rein and First Ridden at The Showing Register Spring Show on the Onley EC near Rugby in Warwickshire in the UK on the 1st May 2017It’s mini marvels week at Horse...
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Katie Jerram-Hunnable: Nothing’s worse than a spinning judge *H&H VIP*
Opinion I don’t usually write about my own horses in this column, but must say that winning the overall supreme title at Royal Windsor, in front of The Queen and riding one of Her Majesty’s horses, was...
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Chloe Chubb’s showing blog: dumped in the Queen’s back garden
They always say that horses are the greatest levellers and that I have found out recently is definitely true! The beginning of the season has started well (although we are probably already mid-way...
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When should you use studs on your horse?
Riders are often unsure when to use studs and how to select the right ones. Pippa Roome offers some expert adviceFitting studs to a horseshoeAre you fascinated by studs or do you see them as a...
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Stuart Hollings: It’s alarming to be told riders starve themselves before a...
Opinion Last season there were raging debates about overweight riders on ponies. This half term, it’s been underage/underweight riders showing horses — whatever next! In a recent letter from the...
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6 ways to wow the judges in the show ring — in the first 7 seconds
If you're looking to be in the ribbons this summer, it’s all about wowing the judges from the off. Here's how to create the best first impressionSome psychologists say it takes seven seconds to form an...
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Simon Reynolds: A horse should be like a bubbling kettle *H&H VIP*
Opinion The North Of England Summer Horse Show Saturday 5th July Arena UK, Allington Lane, Allington, Grantham. NG32 2EF The Kellythorpes Moulin Rouge Supreme Ridden Show Horse Championship Reserve...
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‘I’ll miss him greatly’: former showing champion dies aged 25
H/wt Hunter Imperial Imp and David TatlowShowing owner Sue Smith has said goodbye to her “horse of a lifetime” Imperial Imp at the age of 25. The heavyweight hunter was predominantly ridden by David...
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Julie Templeton: ‘Old-fashioned values are lacking in the show ring’ *H&H VIP*
OpinionShowing judges are often asked about their pet hates. Some — like the over-use of cosmetic products, too many plaits or the use of a particular bit — can be fixed quickly, but others come down...
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Rider almost ignored HOYS call over PPI fears
Holly Rowbotham and Bazaars HighwaymanA showing rider almost ignored a phone call confirming she had qualified for the Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) as she thought it was a PPI sales call. Holly...
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The hairiest moments from Hickstead 2017 (and the bits that made us smile too)
You don't have to be a showjumping expert to know when the Hickstead Derby isn't going quite to plan. This year's meeting (22-25 June 2017) had its fair share of spills — but plenty of thrills to...
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Superstitions, a scary goose and milking cows — 18 intriguing facts you...
She’s seriously superstitious, a gifted ballerina and loves surfing — here are 18 things you probably don’t know about producer Jo Bates, a familiar face in the show ring. 1. Jo is very superstitious....
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