Watching horse sport can vary from superficial to highly technical. Lucy Elder finds out how to make the most of each discipline as a spectator, and spot the nuances that enrich the viewing experience

Stuart Hollings on HOYS levies and showing’s role in nurturing careers

Planning your season? With plenty of series and championships to target, find what fits, map out your qualification route – and set your goals

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Pippa Roome considers what we could learn from the Winter Olympics

The two disciplines share many of the sport’s most iconic venues. Here’s our guide to the standout events of the season for both, spanning world-class internationals to the ever-popular county shows