Delight as paid-for riding permits axed

It appears that the abolishing of permits to ride in woods, billed as a way to make them more accessible, has had the opposite effect in many areas

Much forestry riding is now free – but some woods are now not allowing horseboxes to park as they did before

Since 2022, 84 schools have closed but there is positivity about attitude and ways to succeed

Here’s what you need to know about this month

Some riders say the new steps are an improvement but others say they are concerned about their horses’ safety

The horse world, including those riders who love to hack, is still years behind other sports in the sustainability stakes. Charlotte Cooper finds out how equestrians can change their ways and make a difference