Stay warm this winter with this patchwork cover-up to sew

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

For horse lovers everywhere, these five properties boast facilities–from stables to solariums–that are the stuff of equestrian dreams

Shade pictured Marigold Ball weight/length 50g/112m Needle size 4mm (UK 8/US 6) Tension 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm Fibre content 50% Bluefaced Leicester wool, 25% Bluefaced Kerry Hill wool, 25% Masham

Keep fishing through the chilly weather with our line-up of top warm and waterproof garments for the colder months ahead…

Searching for the perfect Offshore jacket? We put half a dozen to the test to make your decision easier