Amid the short, cold days of winter, many riders struggle with motivation and mood. James Shrubsall finds out why this time of year hits so hard – and how to fight back

As winter relinquishes its grip, Tessa Waugh enjoys a copybook meet, with convivial chat, springy turf and good sport – while the real hunting aficionados demonstrate their teleporting skills

MIND, BODY, RELATIONSHIPS & MONEY

Winter mud is something all British horse owners must endure. Thankfully there are plenty of practical ways to keep our paddocks from becoming a mud bath, discovers Catherine Waterfall

It’s not easy bringing a string of horses in from the field solo at the best of times – let alone when frost lies thick and the yard resembles an ice rink. Tessa Waugh gets her lead ropes in a twist

The Doc salutes cycling’s boredom-vanishing powers