by HorseMinute.com | May 8, 2026 | Dressage
At the 2026 Mars Badminton Horse Trials, Laura Collett experienced a first in her career by having a hunt horse escort her to the dressage warm-up, a strategy aimed at keeping her mare, Bling, calm after a frightening bolt incident earlier in the week. Despite Bling’s...
by HorseMinute.com | May 8, 2026 | Horse Riding
The article reflects on the unpredictable nature of late spring weather, noting that while May mornings remain chilly and a wet snowstorm is still possible, the likelihood is low due to an unusually warm winter and spring. The author recalls a memorable snowy track...
by HorseMinute.com | May 8, 2026 | Horse Shows
Queen Camilla attended the Badminton Horse Trials in a practical dark pantsuit, marking a departure from her usual royal attire of skirt suits and coat dresses. As the Royal Patron of the British Equestrian Federation, she spent the morning engaging with the Ebony...
by HorseMinute.com | May 8, 2026 | Horse Riding
Queen Camilla expressed being deeply “moved” upon learning about the Ebony Horse Club, a Brixton-based charity she has been president of for several years. The club, celebrating its 30th anniversary, provides horse riding lessons, workshops, and youth...
by HorseMinute.com | May 8, 2026 | Horse Breeding
Vickie Hewitt, who transitioned from a career in education to horse breeding, emphasizes patience, horsemanship, and careful management as key to developing successful racehorses from modest beginnings. Her approach at Cambrey Farm involves nurturing young horses like...
