A Christmas shopping trip turns into a chance to catch up on pony gossip for Tessa Waugh , who is on the back foot as far as present buying is concerned but replete with tales of happy new homes

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A swap from four legs to four wheels doesn’t go well for Tessa Waugh , after a rookie error leaves her quad bike stuck in a verge, much to the amusement and disparagement of onlookers

Three established trainers relish a brace of wins each while connections enjoy success with new horses

HOLLY pedalled along the track, the winter sun low in the sky ahead. She had one more stop, a stand of yew that would provide the final greenery she needed. Humming “The Holly And The Ivy” under her b

“Breaking up is never easy, I know…” Good old Abba – always ready with an apposite lyric, though in this case I suppose it should be “Letting go is never easy” as I say farewell to the garden I have m