News and events

Watch the Carriage Driving Awards 2022

30 March 2023

This year's ceremony will be available to watch from 8pm on 31 March on our Facebook page.

The April/May issue of Carriage Driving is out now!

24 March 2023

In this issue we have a focus on AIAT as delegates from across the globe get together in the Netherlands for their much-missed annual conference.

A visual history lesson at the London Harness Horse Parade

15 March 2023

This Easter Monday’s London Harness Horse Parade at the South of England Centre in Ardingly RH17 6TL will feature transport through the ages. The magnificent sight of over a hundred historic horse drawn carts and carriages together with vintage and classic cars, tractors, vans and motorbikes is a spectacle not to miss.

The February/March 2023 issue of Carriage Driving is out now!

27 January 2023

In this month’s issue we have all the highlights from the thrilling British leg of the FEI Driving World Cup as Amy Mundell reports from The London International Horse Show; Emily Ham discovers how small ponies provide the basis for future driving success.

More diversity, more tech and better road safety – predictions from the BHS

16 December 2022

By the end of the century, the British equestrian community is hoping for more diversity, more tech and better road safety, alongside an increase in sustainable practices. To celebrate its 75th anniversary, The British Horse Society undertook a survey of over 2,000 members to understand their predictions and priorities over the next 75 years, taking us to the year 2097!

All this beautiful pair want for Christmas is a loving new home together…

16 December 2022

A pair of horses are hoping to find a new retirement home for Christmas together after more than 100 days in the care of charity Blue Cross.

The London international horse show 2022 to be broadcast live on the BBC and streamed across the world

16 December 2022

The London International Horse Show, which returns to ExCeL London this week, from 15-19 December, is set to deliver five-days of world-class international equestrian competition and spectacular display acts. However, for those unable to attend, there is an extensive TV and online streaming schedule to facilitate viewing by both national and international audiences.

RDA Announces Appointment of New Chief Executive

16 December 2022

Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) have announced that Kathryn England has been appointed as their new Chief Executive. Kathryn joins RDA from Zoological Society of London (ZSL) London Zoo, the international conservation charity and global destination, and will start on 1st March 2023.

The December/January issue of Carriage Driving is out now!

25 November 2022

We celebrate success both at home and abroad with reports and stunning images.

Lady Riki wins BDS Veteran Award at the recent BDS AGM

22 November 2022

This award is given to horses, ponies & donkeys that are active in their older years (oldest winner this year was a 29 year old Shetland).