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Laura Collett realised a childhood dream as she won Badminton Horse Trials, presented by Mars Equestrian, after a superb performance on Karen Bartlett and Keith Scott’s London 52. The post Laura Collett realises her childhood dream with record score completion appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Laura Collett and London 52 produced an outstanding cross-country performance at Badminton Horse Trials, presented by Mars Equestrian, to retain their dressage lead and go into tomorrow's show jumping finale with a fence in hand. The post Outstanding cross-country performance by Laura Collett appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Olympic gold medallists Laura Collett and London 52 are in pole position going into tomorrow's cross-country day at Badminton Horse Trials, presented by Mars Equestrian. They head the dressage leaderboard after a superb performance that earned a score of 21.  The post Olympic champions in the driving seat at Badminton appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Olympic gold medallists Tom McEwen and Toledo de Kerser, took an early lead at the beginning of today's dressage phase at Badminton Horse Trials, presented by Mars Equestrian, and remained unchallenged at the end of the day after a superb performance for the excellent score of 23.4.  The post Tom McEwen Leads Badminton Field appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

6 steps to minimise the risks of Atypical Myopathy caused by the ingestion of sycamore seeds as recommended by The British Equine Veterinary Association The post Keep your horse safe from Atypical Myopathy appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Yasmin Ingham cemented her position as Britain’s brightest rising star in the sport of eventing by scoring the biggest win of her career in the CCI4*-L at Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials. The post Blenheim: Rising star Yasmin Ingham registers biggest career victory appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Cornish born and bred Odette Insoll loves cooking and experimenting with flavours and in her latest column, Odette shares her creative recipes for both a traditional pasty as well as a spicy alternative. The post Spice up your Pasties appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Up-and-coming British rider Tom Jackson won the feature class, the Elite CCI3*-S - with its first prize of £2,500 - at Cornbury House Horse Trials in Oxfordshire on Capel Hollows Drift The post Jackson is the best at Cornbury appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Double celebrations for Gemma Tattersall as she takes the title at the Chedington Bicton Park 5* Horse Trials and says yes ! The post BICTON 5*: Double celebrations for Gemma Tattersall appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Have you ever thought about the quality of what you’re consuming and absorbing through your phone and computer, and how this not only impacts on your thoughts, but how it can also impact on your brand and business? The post What are you consuming? And is it helping you? appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

This little bottle of wonderfulness has been by my side all summer. Gifted to me by Grace at Sports Hai, I've taken LIP Hydrating Complex with me everywhere for several months.  The post Hero Product of the Week: LIP appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Priding themselves on a holistic approach, Pilot Equine balances fuelling performance with a blend of research-backed nutrition and expert knowledge The post Get To Know: Pilot Equine appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

There are plenty more uses for rhubarb than just gin, writes Odette Insoll. Here are two of my favourite recipes for this delicious, but often maligned, fruit. The post Rhubarb recipes appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Great advice from Bucas's Claire Nulty on summer rugging and the rugs all owners should have in their horse’s wardrobe plus rugging mistakes horse owners commonly make The post Summer Rugging for Warmer Climates appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

We are delighted to welcome Lisa Waterworth to you. Lisa and her partner Matt run ExpertBits.co.uk and will be sharing their expert bitting advice in their new column The post Bitting Advice: Refusing the contact appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Charlie Gray from Ask Charlie shares her family's favourite recipes that she swears by for when time is of the essence The post Ask Charlie: Quick & Easy Meals appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Sasha York, AKA Sash in the Garden, shares her top tips for the month of June now that we are finally enjoying some drier weather The post Sash in the Garden: Jobs for June appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

If you are planning a move, getting your personal admin mortgage ready is crucial for looking good for prospective lenders, writes Jamie Rigby The post Private Finance: Getting mortgage ready appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Camilla Richardson from Pink Storm Social shares her top tips for Instagram this month The post 10 things NOT to do on Instagram right now… appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Established legends of the game plus a cohort of rising stars of the sport feature in this year’s impressive team list. The post 15 world-class teams line up for Cartier Queen’s Cup polo honours appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Rhea Freeman discusses the impact of feeling copied in business. Coincidence or paying homage? And is it really flattery? The post Equestrian Business Coach: Have I seen this somewhere before? appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

A school lockdown project has turned into a promising start-up for sisters Honey, 11 and Coco, 9 The post Quite The Champion…and quite the start up appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

After a stunningly successful debut against the odds in 2020, Cornbury House Horse Trials will return in even better shape in 2021 The post Exciting developments at Cornbury Horse Trials appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Meet Poppy, founder of PeeWee Saddlery, who shall we say, likes to keep busy and cram as much into each day as possible! The post Meet the maker: A day in the life of Poppy Webber appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Wild garlic is one of my favourite things to forage and cook with and it grows from spring until the end of summer, writes Odette Insoll. The post Wild Garlic Recipes appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Guards Polo Club has today announced that a new 22-goal tournament, The Prince of Wales’s Championship Cup, will be played for the first time this season. The post Guards Polo Club launches new 22 goal tournament appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Very aptly this week is National Gardening Week and we have a bank holiday this weekend. The best time to get in the garden, writes Sasha York. The post The Garden in April & May appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Angela Walker shares her top tips for adapting your breakfast routine to start a new healthy habit. The post Feed Yourself Smarter: Breakfasts appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Super Groom Becca Ross shares her thoughts as the much anticipated new eventing season gets underway The post Super Groom Life with Becca Ross appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

This week's positive thoughts come from Alice Plunkett, presenter of jump racing on ITV ahead of the Grand National The post Positive Thoughts with…Alice Plunkett appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Competition was fierce throughout Oasby Horse Trials with some of the sport’s leading players all vying for podium positions The post Leading Names Triumph at Oasby appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

With Easter just round the corner and events restarting, what better start to the return of our Dare to Tupperware column with this scrumptious recipe for Lamb Tagine The post Dare to Tupperware: Lamb Tagine appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Meet Ellie, one half of the sibling duo behind SpiceMule who create delicious spice blends and kits, for cooks and can't cooks. The post Meet the maker: A day in the life of Eleanor Lelliott appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Odette Insoll creates an exclusive recipe for Hot Cross Scones - far less faff than their cousin, the bun! Enjoy! The post Exclusive recipe : Hot Cross Scones appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

8 ideas to help you create a beautiful Easter table The post Who else wants a beautiful Easter table? appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

It's the perfect time to throw open the windows, don your marigolds and give your home a thorough spring clean, writes Charlie Gray, AKA Ask Charlie The post Ask Charlie: Spring cleaning tips appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Top tips on researching new hashtags to increase your reach and target new audiences from Camilla Richardson at Pink Storm Social The post Insta Tips: How to research new hashtags appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Karl Ude-Martinez is a man of many talents and his positivity and passion, enthusiasm and have-a-go personality is clear in everything he does. The post Positive thoughts with…Karl Ude-Martinez appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Join Sasha York, AKA Sash In The Garden, for monthly gardening jobs, tips and advice from her garden in Yorkshire The post Sash in the Garden: Jobs for March appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Here's my pick of some gorgeous finds to give your garden and greenhouse a little makeover The post Is your garden ready for the rule of 6? appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

This month's delicious recipe from Matteo Polgrossi is the perfect dish to celebrate the imminent clock change, which we are all so ready for.  The post Pimp your pasta: Creamy spring vegetable Pappardelle appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

40 years to the day since Bob Champion won his battle with cancer and the world’s most famous horse race, he is to set off on #Bobs40For40Challenge The post 40 years on and Bob Champion embarks on Anniversary walk appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Demand for country property is enjoying a surge, with more buyers than available stock. But when is a mortgage not a mortgage? Jamie Rigby discusses financing country purchases The post Private Finance: When is a mortgage not a mortgage? appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Do you suffer from tight hip flexors? Or struggle to perform a squat correctly? India from Chukka Wellness is back with a couple of exercises to help you improve hip flexibility.  The post Hump Day Hip Stretch with Chukka Wellness appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

A huge welcome to Rhea Freeman who joins The Gaitpost as our resident Equestrian Business Coach to help riders and equestrians improve their social media by sharing her top tips and tricks The post Equestrian Business Coach: Top tips to get noticed appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

In our new series, Meet the Maker, we meet the people behind some of our wonderful new discoveries as they share a day of their life with us. First up is Odette Insoll, founder of Nouvelle Habit The post Meet the maker: A day in the life of Odette Insoll appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The British Horse Society has released a new app that enables equestrians to quickly and easily submit details of incidents that have negatively affected their safety. The post BHS launches a new app that enables equestrians to report their incidents appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

As the saying goes, positivity breeds positivity. We'll be sharing the positive thoughts from some friends of The Gaitpost over the coming weeks. First up is Vanessa Ryle The post Positive Thoughts with….Vanessa Ryle appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Feed Yourself Smarter with Cognitive Function expert, Angela Walker's top tips to future-proof your biggest asset, your brain. The post Feed Yourself Smarter with Angela Walker appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Wearing proper clothes again for the school run may come as a bit of a shock but help is at hand with some versatile pieces from some of my favourite brands The post What to wear for the school run appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Here's our special edit of books, old and new, some just for you and some to enjoy together with your child to celebrate World Book Day on 4th March The post World Book Day 2021 appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

This week's Finds are all curated for Mother's Day (Sunday 14th March 2021) but are equally gorgeous gifts for a girlfriend...or a treat for you to celebrate the end of home schooling! Why not!? The post Friday Finds for Mother’s Day appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Back injuries are highly common amongst riders. Try this great back stretch from Chukka Wellness to iron out all those niggles. I'm definitely feeling taller having done this for a few days! The post Back Stretch with Chukka Wellness appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

A big welcome to Jamie Rigby from Kentfield Private Finance who will be providing updates on the mortgage and property market each month The post Private Finance: Meet Jamie Rigby appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Make time for yourself with help from Chukka Wellness to ease out any tension from the prolonged way of living due to lockdown life The post Time out with Chukka Wellness appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

We are delighted to welcome Milla Richardson, founder of Pink Storm Social, as our Social Media Columnist to help you get to grips with your accounts The post Tech Tips: How to organically grow an Instagram following in 2021 – Part 1 appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

7 gorgeous Valentine's gift ideas: For him, for her, for both of you, that we would love to give, to receive and to share The post Valentine’s in Lockdown appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

We are delighted to welcome Charlie Gray, founder of Ask Charlie, the online resource for homegrown skills, as our resident expert to help smooth the chore of domestic life. The post Ask Charlie: Meal Planning appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Learn how to pimp your pasta with help from authentic Pastificio Matteo Polgrossi, our new Pasta Contributor The post Pimp your pasta appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

With more people taking to the countryside during the third COVID-19 lockdown, The British Horse Society has issued a warning to the public to stop feeding horses The post The British Horse Society issues warning to the public to stop feeding horses appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

So the Friends theme tune may be my daily earworm, but it has helped me create an obscure headline for a round up of my 5 favourite oils that you need now to help prep for one hell of a post lockdown party! The post Friday Finds: Oil be there for you appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Amidst the daily angst, we've made some wonderful discoveries and you can enjoy them too in our weekly Friday Finds round-up The post Friday Finds 2021: #1 | Sharing is caring appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

We are thrilled to bring you our fabulous Christmas Giveaway to win a gorgeous cowhide Gaucho Getaway bag from Forever Wild Interiors. The post Getaway in style (when allowed!) with our Christmas Giveaway appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Add a bit of extra wow factor to your Christmas table with these simple hacks The post 5 Christmas table hacks appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Thoughtful gift ideas that can de sent directly to your loved ones without the need to unpack, wrap and post in these tricky times. Win Win! The post Direct delivery Christmas treats appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

There are some wonderful new tomes to curl up with over Christmas (that is if you don't want to give them to friends and family!) The post Christmas Book List 2020 appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

I have one rule in the run-up Christmas...nothing gets planned, written or wrapped until I have my outfit sorted. And this year is no exception. The post How to sort your Christmas sparkle appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

A new online platform has launched to support, connect & inspire women who live in the countryside or love a rural way of life The post New online platform launches to support women in the countryside appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

William Fox-Pitt became the first winner of a showpiece class at the inaugural Cornbury House Horse Trials and declared that he was “daring to dream a little” after his victory in the CCI2*-S The post Fox-Pitt dares to dream after Cornbury win appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

We met with Vanessa Konig from Konig Colours for advice on revamping our unloved front door plus there's a treat for your door too with another fabulous Gaitpost Giveaway. The post DIY: Front door revamp & Giveaway appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Britain’s Oliver Townend set a world record at Burgham this weekend for the highest number of international eventing classes ever won at a single event in the modern era. The post Townend sets new winning record at Burgham appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Les Lions/Great Oaks beat Park Place in the final of the 2020 Cartier Queen's Cup in thrilling extra time at Guards Polo Club The post Les Lions / Great Oaks defeats Park Place in extra time in The Cartier Queen’s Cup 2020 appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

GIVEAWAY! With the rise of entertaining outside due to the damned virus, we are delighted to introduce you to The Summer House Collection where they share their top tips for entertaining plus a fantastic giveaway The post Top Tips for Entertaining Outside plus Giveaway appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The new norm. I'm still not used to it! So here's my pick of face masks that have put a smile on my face - even if covered up!  The post Masks to smile behind even if no one can see appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Forage Direct is a start up with a strong sustainability mission. Founder Jack Sherborn-Hoare shares his top tips for choosing your horse's forage The post How to choose your horse’s forage appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

At this point in the summer holidays, my usual repertoire of fave family dishes has been exhausted. Cue a browse through some new and not so new cook books to keep the teens fed and happy. The post Recipe inspo: August 2020 appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Last weekend our photographer William Carey returned to the eventing scene to capture the action at Barbury Horse Trials. We caught up with William to see how it all went. The post 5 minutes with…William Carey appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Check out this week's Friday Finds with fun stuff for the kids to make and wear and there's some lovely treats for us too! The post Friday Finds: Keeping cool appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The organisers of Barbury Horse Trials, Musketeer Event Management, are delighted to be kicking off the return of the British eventing season next month. The post Barbury is back with the return of eventing appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

With June historically being the time that BE young horse eventing classes start, we caught up with Georgie Strang, who has become a regular on the young horse scene, showcasing her stars of the future. The post Georgie Strang on young event horses appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Check out our weekly collection of Friday Finds including some clever creations from three inspired sisters & some stunning summer entertaining essentials The post Friday Finds: Summer Style appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Join Cross Country App for the online Equestrian Charity Speedy Quiz supporting Ebony Horse Club and pit your quick wits against eventing superstars The post Diary Date: Charity Quiz Night in aid of Ebony Horse Club appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

ITV Racing will bring all the excitement of five days of top class racing to everyone watching Royal Ascot at home in 2020. The post ITV Racing to show six races every day at Royal Ascot 2020 appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Redwings Horse Sanctuary is inviting supporters to embrace their lockdown hairstyles and help raise money for horses in need at the same time. The post Hair raising scheme raises money for Redwings appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The Injured Jockeys Fund has raised over £10,000 in the first 24 hours of a bespoke face mask going on sale The post Face mask sales raise over £10,000 for Injured Jockeys Fund appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Burgham International Horse Trials will move from its traditional date (23-26 July) to 20-23 August for 2020 in the light of the global COVID-19 pandemic. The post New date for Burgham 2020 appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

It's been a bit quiet on here lately. The good news is exams are over, home schooling is easing (a bit) and I've found some great new finds. So as they say, sharing is caring so here's what has caught my eye this week. The post Friday Finds: What has caught our eye this week appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

To whet your appetite for the return of live competition, Horse & Country has a wealth of new programmes featuring some of the very top names in the sport The post Bonanza for Eventing fans on Horse & Country appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The British Horse Society has issued a warning to members of the public to not feed any horses they may encounter whilst out and about as well as downloadable signs for horse owners The post The British Horse Society issues warning to public to stop feeding horses appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

We caught up with India Parker-Smith from Chukka Wellness about the launch of her new online fitness hub to keep polo players fit at home while they wait for the season to start The post New online fitness hub launches for polo players appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The amazing commitment and effort from riders and presenters, kind donations by the sponsors and generosity of those who pledged auction prizes has resulted in Equestrian Relief smashing its initial target The post Team Eventing wins Gold as Equestrian Relief raises £250,000 for NHS appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Dressage Anywhere is still running online dressage competitions, but with a twist...now entrants need a horse with only one leg! The post Ride for the NHS with Dressage Anywhere’s Hobby Horse Competition appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has produced a series of healthcare guidance videos for horse owners during the COVID-19 lockdown. The post BEVA publishes horse health guidance videos to help owners during COVID-19 lockdown appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

With lockdown a reality, it might be time to use the time to review your household clutter, including your wardrobe The post Wardrobe Declutter Tips To Beat Lockdown Boredom appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Find out all about ‘Equestrian Relief’ - 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. The post EQUESTRIAN RELIEF: Horse world unites to support our NHS heroes appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The British Equestrian Federation urges all members of the equestrian community to strictly adhere to the Government’s directive to stay at home unless it’s absolutely necessary to travel. The post BEF advice on caring for horses and riding in the current climate appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Vanessa Ryle shares her top tips for backing a Cheltenham Festival winner on the track but also on the outfit front too The post Winning the style stakes at Cheltenham appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Need some inspiration to jazz up the humble pancake today? Step forward Pony Mad Daughter (and No. 1 Bake Off Fan) to take us through creating these wonderful horse shaped pancakes. The post How to make horse shaped pancakes appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

With the onset of winter, many horses will undergo regime changes which will inevitably impact on their daily management. This in turn gives rise to certain risk factors which should be identified and understood to avoid troubles during the winter months. The post Winter problems appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

We are seriously loving William Fox-Pitt's new Youtube channel. It's great to see what goes on behind the scenes at Wood Lane but also super interesting to meet the rest of the team and pick up some top tips from Super Groom, Jackie Potts. The post Wednesday Wisdom: Jackie Potts on how to treat mud fever appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Roses are red, Violets are blue, I finally got a boy/girl/friend, Now what do I do?  We're here to help you with you Valentine's Day shopping. The post Valentine’s Gift Guide appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

This week's Guest Foodie, Lauren Barber, shows us how to prepare an easy-to-make balanced breakfast packed full of nutrition : Berry Overnight Oats The post Berry Overnight Oats appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

It's taken a while, but I have finally mastered the art of keeping warm when out and about with the horses and here's how you can to The post Top tips for mastering the art of keeping warm appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

This cleansing green soup with fresh coriander, lemongrass, chilli and ginger is the ideal comforting yet light meal that can be prepared in advance for a heavenly evening meal. The post Cleansing Green Soup appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

With winter working her magic, we look at winter hoof care and how to ensure your horses hooves stay healthy! The post Focus on Feet during Winter appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

There is no looking back once you've got your soggy hands on a Centaur rug dryer. What a lifesaver but it is a serious investment. Gone are the days of dragging drenched rugs around the yard but I would recommend getting a timer switch from your local DIY shop as I have been known to forget to turn it off. The post Centaur Rug Dryer appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Always on trend, Alex Calder, The Gaitpost's Style Guru guides us through the equestrian Instagram accounts you need to follow. The post 18 Equestrian Instagram Accounts You Need in Your Feed appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Put this date in your diary as it is a not to be missed solo show of equestrian artist Freddy Paske's wonderful work The post Diary Date: Freddy Paske Solo Show appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Oliver Townend has returned to the head of the FEI Eventing World Rankings, with Piggy French making it a British one-two The post Britain’s Oliver Townend jumps back up to the world number one slot in the FEI Eventing World Rankings appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

This October, reserve your place with Ros Canter and Caroline Moore as they show you the secrets of their success in building confidence in the top event horse.  The post Diary Dates: Training to Win with Ros Canter & Caroline Moore appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Britain’s Piggy French jumped two spectacular clear rounds to finish first and third in the principal CCI4*-L class at SsangYong Blenheim Palace Horse Trials The post Blenheim Finale: Continued success for Piggy French appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

We are all so busy, masters and mistresses of juggling the mundane with the necessary - often they are the same thing - and neglecting doing more of the things we enjoy. The post No buts, it’s time to do more of what you enjoy appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

We're loving listening to Rupert Lewis's The Polo Pod. It's a fun & entertaining podcast with interviews, comments & opinions and well worth a listen The post September Air waves: The Polo Pod appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

It's still pretty warm at the mo but the leaves are definitely changing and before long there will be a nip in the air. Here's our top 7 autumn essentials to see in the new season The post 7 Autumn essentials for the change in season appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Pippa Funnell is the 2019 Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials Champion and we can't stop saying it! Relive her magic moments in our special photo gallery The post Pippa Funnell: Once a champion, always a champion appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Be still my beating heart! A thrilling and quite frankly heart-stopping cross country day full of thrills and spills at the 2019 Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials The post Burghley ’19 XC: Sweaty palms, twitchy knees and red button drama appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The wind blew, the rain made its presence felt and the sun finally shone as the scores kept tumbling on a pretty chilly but incredible day 2 of dressage at the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials The post Brits in top 3 ahead of Burghley XC appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

An incredible Burghley debut for local rider Eliza Stoddart and Priorspark Opposition Free who top the leaderboard overnight on the opening day of competition at the prestigious 5 star The post Burghley ’19 | Dressage Day One | Debutante leads overnight appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The wait is over for the mother of all long weekends, the pinnacle of our sport and as described by Oliver Townend, the toughest event to win...that's right, it's Burghley time! The post Burghley ’19: First Vet Inspection appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Germany are European team champions once more and Ingrid Klimke joins an elite group of back-to-back winners as Michael Jung settles for silver The post Europeans: Ingrid Klimke and Hale Bob do the European double in Luhmühlen medal battle appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Team GBR remain in silver medal position at the Longines FEI Eventing European Championships in Luhmühlen on a score of 92.80 heading into the final showjumping phase tomorrow. The post Europeans: Master Class from Oliver Townend, combined with strong performances from the rest of the team, keeps Great Britain in second place appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Team GBR are in a strong position heading into the cross-country phase of competition at the Longines FEI Eventing European Championships at Luhmühlen The post Europeans: Team GBR sit second behind hosts Germany heading into cross-country appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

This year’s world-class day promises to be one of the standout social events of the year, with the Frasers England Polo Team playing against one of the all-time greats – Argentina, in a bid to win The Coronation Cup. The post Thousands expected at 49th Hurlingham Polo International Day appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Photo Gallery: Catch up with all the action from Barbury, which saw Andrew Nicholson regain his crown making it the sixth time he has won at this level here The post Brilliant Barbury! appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Olympic dressage rider Charlotte Dujardin is supporting global equine welfare charity Brooke’s second annual Hack to Remember Day on Sunday 7 July The post Charlotte Dujardin supports Hack to Remember Day appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

It’s all change at the Duo Group Holdings Ltd Nunney International Horse Trials this year, which runs from June 14 - 16 at Southfield House near Frome in Somerset The post Significant changes made to Nunney International Horse Trials XC course appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

New award titles, categories & a definitive split between the two sectors...find out all about the new developments at the Equestrian & Countryside Blogger Awards The post Equestrian & Countryside Blogger Awards Announce New Development appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Olympic athlete Tim Price (NZL) has topped the FEI Eventing World Rankings for the first time, overtaking Ros Canter (GBR) who last month ended the reign of compatriot Oliver Townend to hold the position for just 31 days The post New Zealand Olympian Tim Price debuts in Eventing world number one slot appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

"That horse is unbelievable" Fantastic to see Laura Collett and London 52 win the first leg of the Event Rider Masters at Chatsworth The post ERM LEG 1: Laura Collett wins at Chatsworth appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

All the big names were out for Ian Stark's much anticipated CCI4*-S cross country course at the Dodson & Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials. The post CHATSWORTH: CCI4*-S Photo Gallery appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Meet Doug Smith, a volunteer with Riding for the Disabled, whose time volunteering has led to exciting adventures all over the world The post Riding for the Disabled: Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Japan's Kazuma Tomoto had a thrilling weekend at Chatsworth achieving his highest placings since 2017. Here's our photo gallery from the Advanced class. The post CHATSWORTH : Podium places for Kazuma Tomoto appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

PHOTO GALLERY: In need of our next eventing fix following a brilliant Badminton, it was full steam ahead for the Dodson & Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials The post CHATSWORTH GALLERY: Enjoy a spin round the CCI-S 2* course appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Find out how you can get involved with all the action from the Event Rider Masters Series with the launch of three new fan apps The post Three new fan apps launched for followers of the Event Rider Masters Series appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

24 year old Alicia Hawker has had a meteoric rise to the dizzy heights of 5* competition. We caught up with her following her second Badminton completion The post Alicia Hawker: Local rider wins U25 prize at Badminton Horse Trials appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The teams have been announced for the 2019 Cartier Queen’s Cup Tournament at Guards Polo Club and it's a who's who of the great & the good The post Teams announced for Cartier Queen’s Cup 2019 appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Well that's a wrap. So many stand out moments from this year's Badminton, so many memories, it's been such a rollercoaster for the achievements we have witnessed. The post BADMINTON: What dreams are made of! appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Piggy French has today won her first 5* title and in breathtaking style at the last Mitsubishi Motors sponsored Badminton Horse Trials The post BADMINTON: Piggy French clinches victory in dramatic finale appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Visit our photo gallery from all the action at an adrenalin-filled XC day at the 2019 Badminton Horse Trials The post BADMINTON ’19: XC Photo Gallery appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Having completed her first Badminton last year, Georgie Strang is here as a vital team member for her fiancé Jesse Campbell as he takes on the Big B with Cleveland The post Badminton from the other side with Georgie Strang appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials is famed for its camaraderie and nowhere can that be more perfectly seen than in EHOA tent The post BADMINTON: We wouldn’t be here without them appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Photo Gallery: An emotional Oliver Townend secured a new record dressage score at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials today The post BADMINTON ’19: Dressage Day 1 | Oliver Townend sets new record appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Enjoy a browse through our gallery from the 1st Vet Inspection at the 2019 Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials The post BADMINTON ’19: 1st Vet Inspection appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

First time owners: The nerves, the fences and the fizz! We chat to Andrea Brereton about the privilege of having a horse heading to Badminton with Izzy Taylor The post BADMINTON: Springing to your first 5* – An Owner’s Perspective appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Here's how to watch all the action LIVE from the Land Rover Kentucky Three Day Event The post LIVE STREAM: How to watch all the action from the Land Rover Kentucky Three Day Event appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Find out about Eric Winter's 2019 Badminton XC course & how he has has kept his philosophy of making his track look as naturally cross country as possible The post Badminton 2019: XC Course Preview appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Enjoy a spin around the Lycetts Grantham Cup CCI S4* XC course with our photo gallery from Belton International Horse Trials The post Belton Photo Gallery: Lycetts Grantham Cup CCI S4* appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

We caught up with Danni Dunn after her top 15 placing riding Grandslam in the CCI-S3* at Belton last weekend to hear about her inspirations The post Danni Dunn: Between You, Me & The Gaitpost appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Enjoy a spin around The Land Rover Gatcombe Park Novice and Intermediate Horse Trials course, with our photo gallery from last weekend's event The post Gatcombe (1) Photo Gallery: Enjoy a spin around the course appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Whoever planned Mother's Day did a great job of ensuring it was at the start of the eventing season! Show your appreciation this Mother's Day (Sunday 31st March) with our edit of gorgeous gifts The post Mother’s Day Edit: Celebrating Equestrian Mums appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The wait is over...today we got our hands on the entries list for the 2019 Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials and it reads like a who's who of the eventing glitterati. The post BADMINTON 2019: Entries list announced appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Early alarm clocks, bacon butties and the whiff of adrenalin can only mean one thing! Eventing is GO GO GO! The post Moreton Gallery: Eventing is GO! appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Dressing for both warmth & style at Cheltenham does need some thought. Help is at hand with these top tips from some of our favourite brands The post Top tips for winning the style stakes at Cheltenham appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

A fundraising campaign to secure the long-term future for Dartmoor’s hugely popular Clydesdales has been launched The post Help Dartmoor’s famous Clydesdales find a new home appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The BEF has published advice on what symptoms to look for and recommended precautions to take due to the recent outbreak of equine flu The post BEF advises horse owners after equine flu outbreak appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Do you have what it takes to become part of Animalife’s exciting and dynamic team? Applications are now open to win sponsorship for 2019 The post Applications open for sponsorship with Team Animalife appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

This month we talk to the Society of Master Saddlers about the importance of a well fitting bridle for the smaller head such as Mountain & Moorlands and Miniatures The post The importance of a well fitting bridle for the smaller head appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Watch eventer Louisa Milne Home take on renowned British mountain biker Danny MacAskill in a challenge to see if horsepower could match Danny's pedal power The post Mountain Bike vs Horse: Thrill Seeking in the Saddle appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Adele Fowler, winner of the 2018 Virbac 3D Worming BE80(T) Technical Merit, was joined by Pippa and William Funnell to receive her fantastic prize. The post 2018 Virbac 3D Worming BE80(T) Technical Merit winner receives £500 Training Bursary appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The dates for the 2019 series of SEIB Insurance Brokers Search for A Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse have been announced. The post Dates announced for SEIB Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse 2019 HOYS qualifiers appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Winter can sneak up on us when Christmas is around the corner, but in January there’s no doubt that we are now facing the coldest time of year and the short days, frost, mud, rain, wind, sleet and snow that all conspire to make horse owner’s lives that little bit trickier. The post How horses adapt to winter conditions appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The excitement is already building ahead of the opening round of the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ 2019 series which will kick off at Deeridge Farm in Wellington, Florida (USA) next month. The post Counting down to the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ 2019 series appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Bestselling Yorkshire children’s author Hannah Russell has been named as an Ambassador for working equine charity Brooke, with a specific focus on engaging young people between the ages of 8 and 25. The post Hannah Russell announced as Brooke Ambassador appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

As usual preparations for Badminton Horse Trials, in their 28th and final year under the record breaking sponsorship of Mitsubishi Motors, are well underway. The post Preparations well advanced for Badminton 2019 appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Some great tips from leading riders to help beat the winter blues. The post Beat those winter blues with these great pro tips appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The 18 finalists for the 2019 Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards have been announced. The post Finalists announced for 2019 Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The best workplaces are those where career progression is possible and is encouraged – and rider and producer Adam Taylor knows what benefits this brings to a business. The post SCT Apprenticeships build solid career foundations appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Beat the January blues with this months book selection that includes a blueprint on how to live stress-free in the modern world, a hundred flavour-packed vegetarian recipes and the culminating collection of a master photographer who has travelled six continents in search of the most compelling horses in their habitats. The post Book List January 2019 appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

All The Queen's Horses brings a unique equestrian element to the London New Year's Day Parade with over 60 horses walking the streets of London as part of this huge carnival spectacle! The post Horses, Bacon Butties And Nelson – All In A Day’s Work For One Equestrian Photographer appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

There is a wide range and variety of reins all suited for different needs and riding disciplines so it is important to choose something that is comfortable and appropriate. The post Reins – And All You Need to Know! appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The Capital enjoyed a big carnival atmosphere on New Year's Day with the return of the annual London's New Year's Day Parade .... The post Horsing Around On New Year’s Day! appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

As official chosen charity of Olympia, The London International Horse Show, Brooke enlisted the help of Alfie the Dinky Donkey last week to spread awareness of the charity throughout the show, which ran from 17-23 December. The post Brooke mascot Alfie the Dinky Donkey steals the show at Olympia, The London International Horse Show appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Matt Sampson has reflected on the "amazing" experience of Puissance glory at the TheraPlateUK Liverpool International Horse Show. The post Matt and Michael Soar to Puissance Success appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

An Olympia victory was just what the doctor ordered when, two weeks after having his appendix removed, Robert Whitaker produced a masterful performance in a 13-horse jump-off... The post Robert Whitaker produces a Christmas cracker appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The Markel Champions Challenge in aid of the Injured Jockeys Fund (IJF) proved a huge crowd pleaser when, for the first time, five female jockeys, including recent big-race winner Bryony Frost... The post McCoy and his boys prove they’re the real deal appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The Voltaire Design Under 25 British Championship Final ended on a thrilling high note when, last to go in an eight-horse jump-off, 18-year-old Robert Murphy rode... The post Robert Murphy and Chablis are the toast appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Colic is unfortunately an increasingly common issue as the colder weather sets in, resulting in abdominal pain for the horse. There are many different causes and types, but each is as important to avoid as the other.  The post Winter Colic – prevention is always better than cure appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

World Individual Gold medallist, Ros Canter was among the recipients of the BEF Medal of Honour this evening at Olympia, The London International Horse Show. The post Ros Canter amongst the BEF Medal of Honour recipients recognised at Olympia appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Shane Breen gave a masterclass in cool-headed speed jumping to win Thursday’s main class, The Ivy Stakes. The post Breen swoops to claim The Ivy Stakes appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

From dressage and showing success to supporting people with learning difficulties and disabilities, rehomed rescued horses and ponies from Redwings Horse Sanctuary have flourished in their new Guardian homes this year. The post Rehomed rescued ponies put their best hooves forward appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Dodson & Horrell has the perfect Christmas present for your equestrian enthusiast, the Dodson & Horrell Masterclass Series is back in 2019. The post The Dodson & Horrell Masterclass Series Is Back! appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

A thrilling Cayenne Puissance class had the crowd roaring with excitement at Olympia, The London International Horse Show when four riders took on the 7ft 4in wall in the fifth and final round. The post Mr Blue Sky dazzles as Williams and Billot share Puissance title appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

As official chosen charity of Olympia, the London International Horse Show, equine welfare charity Brooke took to the arena for a special interval performance on Wednesday 19 December. The post Brooke CEO, Anthea Turner and equestrian stars lead Brooke Parade at Olympia appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

It is with great sadness that the Nina Barbour and the team at Bolesworth announce the passing of Ramiro B, after being diagnosed with irreversible kidney failure at the age of 24. The post Top Event Sire Ramiro B passes away appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Mary King, the Olympic Champion Event rider has become the first ever Equine Ambassador for national pet charity Blue Cross. The post Olympic Rider Becomes Blue Cross Ambassador to help horses in need appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The result could not have been closer with two riders finishing on an equal score in tonight’s FEI Dressage World Cup™ Grand Prix Freestyle supported by Horse & Hound. The post Germany’s Frederic Wandres victorious after nail-biting finish appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Dutchman Hans Peter Minderhoud and the young stallion Glock’s Dream Boy NOP stole the first win of the show. The post Dream win for Hans Peter Minderhoud appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

As you stock up on remedies to see you through the holiday season, spare a thought for your horse who may also be needing a boost. The post Does your horse need a boost? appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Having travelled to Olympia from as far as France, an array of equine and canine animals (listed below) arrived in ‘two-by-two’ formation. The post The animals arrive two-by-two for Olympia appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Olympia, The London International Horse Show has announced that one of Great Britain’s most successful ever Show Jumpers, Scott Brash MBE, has decided to officially retire his leading mare Ursula XII at the annual equestrian event, which is taking place from 17-23 December 2018. The post Scott Brash to retire once-in-a-lifetime mare at Olympia appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) is launching a ‘50 Faces’ campaign to highlight the fantastic achievements of its members, volunteers and supporters. The post 50 Faces to Celebrate 50 Years of RDA appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall attended the Brooke charity Christmas Carol Service on Wednesday 12 December at Guards’ Chapel, the spiritual home of the Household Division. The post The Duchess of Cornwall attends Brooke Carol Service appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Living in Scotland, Robinson Animal Healthcare sponsored event rider, Louisa Milne Home, is used to facing the extra challenges of trying to keep her horses in training during winter, so she is just the person to offer advice on how to cope with the unpredictable winter weather. The post Coping With Winter appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

The Theraplate UK Liverpool International Horse Show is set to host the biggest and best sporting spectacle at The Echo Arena on Liverpool's iconic waterfront this New Year. The post World Class Stars of Sport Head to Liverpool appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Retired racing legends Sir AP McCoy OBE and Bob Champion MBE headed to Ascot Racecourse to give some of the stars of the Osborne Refrigerators Shetland Pony Grand National their top tips. The post Sir AP McCoy gears up the younger generation of Shetland Pony jockeys appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Help is at hand with our top tips to make your Christmas table special, ring the changes and bring your own touch to the melee of traditions. The post Top tips for your Christmas table appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

Olympia, The London International Horse Show will return from 17-23 December 2018 with an even bigger and better Olympia Shopping Village, featuring around 240 exhibitors, offering a spectacular selection of shops to suit all tastes. The post Shopping extravaganza, the Live Zone and Tim Stockdale Foundation at Olympia appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

ITV Racing’s Oli Bell has become a patron of Ebony Horse Club, the charity that uses horses to teach and inspire disadvantaged young people in South London. The post Oli Bell becomes Patron of Ebony Horse Club appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

A three-year study into brain health and the long-term effects of concussion in sports-people, primarily in horseracing and equestrian sport, is calling for volunteers. The post First concussion study in horseracing and equestrian sport calls for volunteers appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]

An adorable Shire foal has been taking her first tentative steps into the world at Redwings Horse Sanctuary one year after her mother’s rescue. The post Shire foal marks one year since major rescue appeared first on The Gaitpost.... [Read more]