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250 Horses. 1,000 Motorbikes. One Extraordinary Day.
Picture the scene. Hundreds of horses arriving at one of Cheshire's most prestigious equine venues. Motorbikes rolling in from across the country, from vintage classics to…
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Dark Mornings, Dark Evenings and Finding Time for Yourself
When your day starts and ends at the yard, winter can make it difficult to find time for anything else — including yourself.
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Winter on the Yard: When Your Passion Is Also Your Livelihood
For grooms, yard owners and equestrian professionals, winter is not a hobby you can put aside when the weather turns.
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The Real Cost of Keeping a Horse This Winter: Where Can You Save?
Bedding, forage, fuel, rugs and a dozen small extras. Winter costs mount quickly, but sensible savings do not have to come at your horse’s expense.
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Hay or Haylage: Which Makes Financial Sense This Winter?
It is tempting to compare the price of a bale. The real question is how much suitable forage your horse actually eats, wastes and needs.
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Winter Turnout Rugs: What Does Your Horse Actually Need?
When the forecast says rain, the tack room is full of rugs and everybody has a different opinion, how do you decide what your horse should wear?
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Muddy Paddocks: How Can You Protect Your Grazing This Winter?
Before the gateway becomes a swamp and your spring grazing disappears under hoofprints, a few practical changes can make a real difference.
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Winter Turnout: What’s the Best Routine When the Days Get Shorter?
Early mornings, muddy gateways and the familiar question of whether to turn out or keep your horse in. A winter routine needs to work for both of you.
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Cheap Horse Bedding: Are You Actually Saving Money This Winter?
Straw, shavings, wood pellets or miscanthus? The cheapest bale isn’t always the cheapest bed, especially when your horse is spending more time indoors.
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