Equestrian Advice & Guides

A saddle that fitted your horse perfectly when you bought it won't necessarily fit them forever.   Changes in weight, fitness, muscle development, age and workload can all alter your horse'...

Buying a second-hand saddle can be a great way to find a quality saddle for less, with plenty of used GP, dressage, jumping and other saddles available from private sellers and equestrian businesses. ...

From everyday hacking to dressage and showjumping, different types of horse saddles are designed to support different riding positions and disciplines.   Choosing the right saddle isn't sim...

Keep your horsebox and horses safe with this practical pre-journey checklist. Find out what to check on your tyres, wheels, lights, brakes, floor, ramp and partitions, as well as how to check your pay...

Find out which MOT or annual test your horsebox needs, when HGV plating is required and how MOTs, servicing and regular safety checks differ. This guide also explains ministry plates, maintenance requ...

Not sure what size horsebox you need? This guide explains payload, MAM and axle weights, how to calculate what your horsebox can legally carry, and what to consider when choosing between 3.5t, 4.5t, 7...

Driver CPC is not required for every horsebox driver. This guide explains when it applies, the exemptions for private and some work-related use, and what grooms, riders, trainers, farms, studs and pro...

Preparing for your C1 or Category C tests? Find out what to expect from the HGV multiple-choice and hazard-perception tests, Part 3a reversing exercise and Part 3b on-road driving test, with practical...

Ready to get your horsebox licence? Follow the process step by step, from choosing between C1 and Category C and completing your medical to passing the theory, training and practical tests needed to g...

Not sure whether to take C1 or go straight to Category C? This guide compares the two licence categories, explains the weight limits, training considerations and future flexibility, and helps you deci...

Not sure what horsebox you can drive on your licence? Our guide explains the UK rules for 3.5 and 7.5 tonne horseboxes, C1 licences, pre-1997 driving rights and zero-emission horseboxes, so you can un...

Arena mirrors are becoming an increasingly popular addition to equestrian facilities across the UK - they offer riders a unique perspective that simply can’t be achieved through feel alone, maki...

Competition wear in summer is always a bit of a balance. You want something that looks smart enough for the ring, but still feels comfortable once you’re actually riding and spending a full day ...

I tried a full Ariat outfit to see how it actually feels across a normal day - riding, yard jobs, and everything in between.

Covalliero’s spring/summer riding outfit is designed for those in-between days where you’re doing a bit of everything, from riding to yard jobs, without wanting to keep changing. I trie...

A clear look at what’s shaping 2026, bringing together the key dates, trends, and shifts riders are already planning around.    

Riders are heading into 2026 with a sharper sense of what matters to them - not just in the saddle, but across their whole routine. Time, comfort, clarity, and value are shaping decisions more than no...

Every year has its big wins and headline riders, but 2025 was shaped just as much by the quieter stories that travelled through yards, riding schools, and group chats. It was a year of strong performa...

Riders are loyal to their favourite brands, but every year certain bits of kit take over schooling sessions, hacking groups, and yard chat. 2025 had a clear pattern, and practicality won. Anything tha...

Choosing the right horse is never simple. Most riders start with a neat list of height, breed, age, and discipline, then end up rethinking all of it once they start looking. The past year showed the s...