“horses are incredible ice breakers”

Gin, witches, regicide, boats, nudists, an Egyptian curse, Spitfires, the invention of windsurfing and more writers and vineyards than you can shake a fishing rod at: this beloved English county has it all. Here are 13 stories you may never have heard about Hampshire

Who says you need a blue-blooded warmblood to succeed in showjumping? Jennifer Donald meets some eye-catchers who prove that success in the ring can come from every shape and size

Gone, but never forgotten – Kate Johnson unearths the stories behind the spectacular horses that have given their names to trophies

Sharon Thomas on the appeal of local shows, an ill-timed back flip, the joyful chaos of entertaining children – and smuggled dogs

Your guide to the best equestrian events, hacks, holidays, shopping and social gatherings taking place across the county this year

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