Horse & Hound

Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Every week Horse & Hound brings horse lovers up-to-date with the latest news and event reports and provides expert equestrian advice on subjects including training and horse care, the latest equine products and feed. The weekly features inform and entertain inspiring readers to go out and ride to improve their horsemanship in every discipline from eventing to show jumping, dressage to showing, polo and hunting. It is also the must read for anyone wanting to buy or sell a horse.

An iconic class

A wake-up call – now working together is crucial • The results of an independent survey show many of the public do not trust the equestrian industry on welfare

HORSES IN THE NEWS

Post-Brexit VAT change could leave dealers out of pocket • The previous lower rate of tax on “second-hand goods” no longer applies, meaning lower profits on European horses

IN BRIEF

Dog debate reopened after rider’s fall at top-level event • A dog on an extendable lead caused the issue for top British rider Tom McEwen

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS

JONQUIL SOLT

Post-Brexit clarification on Irish equine passports • Confusion and frustration has arisen since the UK left the EU, on how to update passports of Irish horses in Britain

GOOD WEEK/BAD WEEK

And finally… wood be good

NEXT WEEK

LETTERS

The H&H Quiz

Horse & Hound

Plus and minus on the star levels • Mark Phillips reflects on the issues thrown up at Bramham and Luhmühlen

‘A horrible wake-up call for everyone’ • Nina Barbour reels from the rising costs in the competition events industry

‘We need to preserve our native breeds’ • Kerry Wainwright reflects on judging at the Royal Highland Show

Anna Hall • Implementing change in the world of polo couldn’t be further from Anna Hall’s expertise as a geologist, says Aurora Eastwood of the sport’s new CEO, whose love for horses emerged in a roundabout way

Flying groom • Zac Carroll on treating all horses the same, forming bonds with tricky champions and his secret weapon, Tabasco sauce

Not so sweet • For horses and ponies afflicted by sweet itch, the arrival of midges in the summer signals persistent discomfort – with little that we can do to relieve it. Kieran O’Brien MRCVS explains

Is there a hope for a vaccine?

Bonny Scotland • Land, views and scenery aplenty in this beautiful part of Britain

Scott Brash • The Olympic gold medal-winning showjumper on falling off ponies, porridge and Hello Jefferson’s party trick

Which famous person would you invite to dinner?

Give us the lowdown on your top horse

Describe your dog

Determination, ambition – and plenty of fuel • Living in Scotland necessitates long road trips, especially for regular elite competition, but for some determined riders there’s nowhere they’d rather be. Becky Murray finds out how top Scots make it work

“A way of living”

‘It takes your breath away’ • Unparalleled access rights, dramatic mountain vistas and white-sand beaches – there is plenty to explore on horseback in Scotland. Martha Terry investigates the best places to visit from those in the know

‘I’ve had my moment in there’ • After nearly 20 years of trying, Shane Breen finally raises the trophy in the big class, putting in the only clear round with the stallion Can Ya Makan

‘This is bittersweet’ • Behind the victor came a string of hard-luck stories and near-misses – not least for five-time placed Harriet Biddick

Biddick Lifts off again • A combination who triumphed twice in the speed Derby before Covid return to take the honours

“HE LIVES IN THE GARDEN”

Hickstead specialists shine • Despite missing out on the...