The Royal Stables in Sweden
05 March 2020The Royal Stables in Sweden, have played an important role in the country’s history and continue to do so today through ceremonial duties. Susan Dunne discovered more when she talked to the Head Coachman, Sara Thavenius.
Video: Saving the Quicksilver
26 February 2020The restoration of the iconic mail coach The Quicksilver by Mark Broadbent at Fenix Carriages, is one of the most important projects he has ever undertaken. He explains to Georgie Green how he has returned the legendary coach back to its former glory
Coping with Box Stress
25 February 2020Jemma Noble BSc (Hons), Nupafeed UK looks at why stabling can cause a horse stress and anxiety and has this a guide to keeping your horse calm and content. First published in Carriage Driving March 2019.
Carriage Driving Championships USA
24 February 2020The only international combined driving and show jumping tournament in the U.S. returns to Live Oak Stud, 5th-8th March. Live Oak International, now in its 30th year, attracts equestrian athletes and horses from more than 20 countries to Ocala each year to compete at this unique world class event.
Video: RSPCA Storm Dennis horse rescue
24 February 2020Following Storm Dennis, the animal welfare charity’s specialist water rescue team and its frontline officers worked round-the-clock to assess and rescue as many animals as possible.
Have a go at driving
24 February 2020On Sunday, 22nd February 2020 the Oaks Driving Club put on a "Have-A-Go Driving" day. Numbers were capped at 24 with many more people wanting to join in so the club is hoping to hold similar, in the near future.
Introducing donkeys to driving.
21 February 2020A well-trained donkey is a joy to drive, but you need patience and a sense of humour! As Elizabeth Brown explains, donkeys are deep thinkers, quick to learn but quick to get bored.
HOYS Qualifying Dates
04 February 2020Horse of the Year Show 2020 - Harness Horse and Pony of the Year. 2020 Showing Qualifier Shows and Dates
Cut cost not care
29 January 2020Charities combine expertise to help horse owners cut costs not care Member charities of the National Equine Welfare Council (NEWC) have collaborated to produce two practical guides; one to help horse owners find ways to cut costs without compromising on care and another on making the difficult decision to rehome a horse.
Carriage Driving Insurance
28 January 2020Before the new season gets under way or if you are simply planning to drive out and about with your local club, Fiona Gordon-Clarke from Carriagehouse Insurance has this practical advice. First published in Carriage Driving, February 2019.