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I still have my Barbour fleece and Musto riding jacket bought at some expense more than 20 years ago when it was clear I was going to...

I was in much the same situation. It does happen that a horse is no longer young enough or fit enough for a working life as an RS pony...

4 years is definitely too young. But the questions you need to ask are more about your own learning curve. The first year lessons on an...

When I was a child during WW2, clothes were rationed and usually made of natural fibre. My mother also occasionally dyed clothes which...

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I would like to buy a Connie mare 14.2. And can afford one. But the mare I actually ride (like my previous long term share) is an Irish...

I used to hack from a yard where young staff took the BHS exams both riding and stable management. After Stage 2 when it came to...

Every yard I have ever been on has had a head collar, lead rope and hoof pick by every box. The collar and lead rope are in case of...

Adding a personal note. I started to ride in the autumn and had a horrible time being bullied by the teacher who believed I was too old...

You are not too old. I didnt start riding till I was 60. But I do suggest starting with riding school lessons and riding several RS...

I would be guided by finding the right person rather than whether it is share for 5/7 days or full loan. What situation would someone...

I am a weeday sharer. The rate I pay works out roughly the same as the local RS charges for a Private hack. But the advantage of a...

My winter boots are ankle high, lace up, warm lined Mountain Horse Mountain Rider Classic Boots, I think they still exist. For winter...

It isnt realistic to have just one coat for both winter and summer. I have a Berghaus light anorak which I wear to ride in summer rain...