Living the dream as a racehorse owner
Many people dream of owning a racehorse - but then bump up against the reality of the bank manager, or perhaps a partner who’d
Scooby makes his mark
After losing her previous horse to colic four years ago, Heidi Carden wasn’t really looking for a replacement – until something about an
John Day: John’s life of horsing around
You could say that John Day was born to ride. Certainly, he’d taken to the saddle by the tender age of four, went from
A slippery situation!
When Island Roads were successful bidders for the Highways PFI Contract the Island equestrian community were confronted with an additional hazard of extremely slippery
Robert Booth: A wealth of experience with horses
Whether it’s breeding or breaking-in horses, preparing them for a difficult equestrian discipline, or teaching students the finer points of riding them, Robert’s wealth
Eventer Sarah has a big decision to make
Island eventer Sarah Holmes is hoping she will have a difficult decision to make at the end of the summer season. After a
Young Shannon is riding high!
Dedication and determination are proving the key factors in the rise to prominence of young Island rider Shannon Cox. Shannon is still only
Warm reception for Bloodhounds
Bloodhound hunting is a totally non-blood sport. It was started here earlier this year by Islander Asa Wingate, a former National Hunt jockey. Asa
Inspired by our Olympic medallists?
Watching the Olympic equestrian events, one could not help but be inspired by the amazing achievements of Team GB on home turf in
Under orders! Island horse racing stretches back to 1845
Mr. A.W. Dabell on 'Trooper', Miss A.Warman, Howard Johnson, Mr.T.Cockram Each year thousands of enthusiasts flock to West Ashey Farm, Ryde
Clue up for cold weather colic
The number one cause of colic during the winter is a lack of fresh, unfrozen water. Horses must drink 10-12 gallons of fresh
Bob looks right guy for the Grand National
Chris Guy admits he learned about horse racing the hard way. When he first became interested in the sport of kings, he gambled far