Many UK horse owners will find themselves navigating a hay shortage and higher prices this winter, after a prolonged dry summer dramatically affected farmers’ yields. Lauren Williamson finds out what the forage alternatives are and how to keep a horse’s stomach full this season

Cold, wet days can be tough for senior equines, with weight loss, stiffness and feeling the chill just the beginning of potential problems. Vet Emma Cassidy explains how to beat common concerns before they start and help a golden oldie thrive this season

Here’s what you need to know about this month

Whether you’re feeding a poor-doer or a good-doer, many factors need to be considered when planning their winter ration – especially this year – discovers Catherine Welton

How do we give our horses the retirement they deserve in old age, whether they’ve been a superstar or a happy hacker? Suzi Lewis-Barned finds out

Opportunities to benefit from the wisdom of great people such as showing star Katie Jerram-Hunnable, farrier Sam Dracott, liberty artist Ben Atkinson and free rider Emma Massingale don’t come along all that often — and we’ve got them all, plus other pros, in the same place!