Equine welfare organisations look back at a challenging year in the sector, as rising costs are still biting deep

As the year draws to a close, H&H investigates the situation – and looks at possible solutions

A LOVER of horses from a young age, Ann Bird found a stable near her home in central London and would muck out for a free horseride. She didn’t actually own her own horse until the age of forty – an e

Horse welfare is as critical as ever as we enjoy Christmas jollity. Howard Newitt MRCVS explains how racehorses are cared for during the festive racing period

As other forces close or reduce the size of mounted branches, one has brought horses back into action

British Eventing operated at a deficit last year but is to save £176,000 in 2026 without reducing safety or value