Hanging up those horseshoes

Double national champion and in the top 20 at her first Burghley, this rider has had the season of her career so far – 20 years in the making. Bethany Stone meets her

A Valentine’s gift proves a treasure, it’s third time lucky for a Welsh section A and a senior Arabian is London-bound

I’d met the man of my dreams, but there was a big problem. It was time to take drastic action. By Melanie Stevenson, 54

Her lifelong passion for dogs and horses has shaped her career and lifestyle – and now it has led to her first grown-up novel. So what else lies ahead for the unstoppable Clare Balding?

Experts debated whether being involved in sport is to the benefit or the detriment of our horses

From debut wins to emotional salutes, this week delivers rising stars, loyal partnerships and eye-catching comebacks