January 2012

The January edition of The Equestrian Magazine, on sale 29th December, featuring Olympic hopeful Amy Stovold, Irish Huntsman Rupert Macauley, Steven Spielberg's War Horse, British Military Tournament picture special, Alex Duffy on his German adventure and much more.

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FROM SUSSEX TO LONDON?

We meet Olympic hopeful Amy Stovold at her new yard in West Sussex and hear how she came to switch from showing to dressage.

THE SOUNDS OF THE HOUNDS

Rupert Macauley was just five when he began hunting in Ireland – now, he has formed his own hunt

BACK TO SCHOOL

Show jumper Alex Duffy explains why he has left Ireland for Germany to work on the next phase in his booming career

30 YEAR RIDE TO THE SCREEN

Find out everything you need to know about director Steven Spielberg’s film version of the novel-turned-stage play War Horse

COLOUR IN THE FIELD

Here’s the lowdown on what you should wear when you’re out hunting – and a look at some of the best clothes on the market

WINTER WARMERS

The folk from Aga show us how to prepare a chicken-and-leek pie and a steamed marmalade pudding

ANSWERED PRAYERS

The real-life tale of a horse’s rollercoaster ride to recovery after being struck down with the potentially fatal disease canker

BE BOLD IN THE COLD

Stable rugs and clothing for winter days

LEATHER WORKS!

A stunning array of saddles and bridles on the market

TIME TO TREAT YOURSELF

Ideas for spending that Christmas money

SINGING IN HARMONY?

Your mouth isn’t there just to drink wine, but also to give it the quality test

SMALL BUT PERFECTLY FORMED

The Falabella takes centre-stage in our A-Z of breeds series

2012 EQUESTRIAN CALENDAR

Top events for the year ahead

SERVICE & MoT

Why it’s necessary to keep a watchful eye on the saddle to avoid affecting your horse’s movement and causing pain

FIT FOR PURPOSE

Michael and Trish Ryan continue their advice series for riders by focusing on how to get your horse – and keep it – fit

FACE ON THE FRONT LINE

Life on horseback and around the yard can be a particular challenge on these bitter days – so follow our tips to keep your skin in good condition despite the elements

MINIMISE WASTE

Useful advice on keeping bedding waste to a minimum.

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March 2012

Check out what we've got for you in the March 2012 edition of The Equestrian/Ireland's Equestrian on sale 23rd February in all good newsagents.

February 2012

The February edition of The Equestrian Magazine, on sale 26th January, featuring Pony Racer Joe Doyle, Sarah Kreutzer on learning from your horse, looking after veteran horses, dealing with your first one-day event and much more.

December 2011

In the December edition, on sale 24th November, we talk to Natasha Baker about her 2012 Paralympic hopes, Niamh O'Reilly meets father and daughter artists Kenneth and Susan Webb, we have advice on feeding your horse correctly, the dos and don'ts of buying a horse, plus the usual round up of events, fashion, food and much, much more.

November 2011

In the November edition, on sale 27th October, we talk to Irish Apprentice's Brian Purcell, Paramedic Mike Crockford, and John Tytler Thompson who's vision of a horse brought him back from the brink following a stroke. Plus we have the usual round up of reports including HOYS as well as Christmas gift ideas, diet essentials for your horse and much more.

October 2011

In the October issue we meet three women who got their first horse in their forties, Anna Bruce talks to Minette Rice Edwards about her training techniques plus we have our usual round up of new products and recent events and a whole load of advice on all sorts of subjects.