New partnership goals to ‘enhance the lives of horses in Britain’ – whereas Thelwell helps Shetlands

Agria has been named British Equestrian’s equine insurance coverage associate, with the purpose “to enhance the lives of horses in Britain”.

The partnership pledges to “carry to life the important thing social impression areas” wherein BEF and Agria are aligned, together with equine welfare, wellbeing and sustainability, by a variety of content material, coaching and initiatives. There will likely be a give attention to the BEF’s Constitution for the Horse, launched in April, “particularly empathy, care, respect, consideration and ethics and studying”.

“At Agria we’re very conscious {that a} wholesome horse is a cheerful horse — and vice versa,” mentioned Agria CEO Vicki Wentworth.

“Together with our group of Agria-sponsored riders and companions, we put plenty of power into content material creation and communication round welfare, particularly across the 5 key domains of vitamin, setting, well being, behaviour and psychological state. So, working extra carefully with British Equestrian as their equine insurance coverage associate is an excellent subsequent step, particularly as equestrianism works to make sure all riders put the care of the horse first, all through its lifetime.”

Agria’s Vicki Wentworth and British Equestrian chief govt Jim Eyre.

An Agria spokesperson added that the partnership will assist “unfold extra broadly the data and finest follow all house owners and riders have to know to maintain their horse as wholesome as doable”.

“We’re very proud to mix our personal property and information with the intensive experience of the BEF and its member our bodies by this partnership, to supply the equestrian neighborhood with the easiest help and data doable, particularly round welfare and training,” mentioned Ms Wentworth.

BEF CEO Jim Eyre mentioned the partnership is an “thrilling step” within the governing physique’s dedication to “enhancing information, empathy and understanding for equine individuals at each stage”.

“Our emphasis on welfare, sustainability and wellness aligns completely with Agria’s experience and keenness for serving to horse house owners create the very best setting for lifelong wholesome partnerships with their horses,” he mentioned.

“Agria’s partnership and help comes at a welcome time, as we collectively give attention to our duties as guardians of the horse and of the sector.”

Thelwell’s continued help of the Shetland Pony Grand Nationwide

For the second season, the late cartoonist Norman Thelwell’s Thelwell Property will help Cherhill Shetlands within the Shetland Pony Grand Nationwide. The stud’s Oldeworlde Daniel and younger jockey Fleur Smith have been chosen among the many 9 runners within the class at London Worldwide Horse Present (18-22 December).

The Shetland Pony Grand Nationwide’s 2024 charity is the Bob Champion Most cancers Belief. Fleur and Oldeworlde Daniel will put on the Aldaniti colors – worn by Bob Champion when he overcame most cancers to win the 1981 Grand Nationwide with Aldaniti – by permission of Barkfold Manor Stud following Oldeworlde Daniel’s victory within the Shetland race on the Bob Champion Most cancers Belief charity race day at Wincanton racecourse in October 2023.

“We’re delighted that Oldeworlde Daniel and Fleur will likely be representing Cherhill Shetlands within the Shetland Pony Grand Nationwide at London Worldwide. It’s a true honour to personal one of many ponies chosen to participate on this prolific occasion,” mentioned Isabella Bride, Cherhill Shetlands founder.

“Not solely am I happy with Daniel and Fleur however of our complete group of riders who work tirelessly in all weathers, all 12 months spherical to maintain each themselves and the ponies in top-notch situation.

“Thelwell has been an excellent supporter of Cherhill Shetlands all through 2023 and 2024. It’s improbable that they had been our sponsor when Daniel had his very first race on the South of England Present final 12 months and we are actually wanting ahead to having them supporting Daniel at London this December.”

David Thelwell and his sister Penny added that they’ve “actually loved” assembly a few of the Cherhill ponies this 12 months, “a few of them reminding us fondly of our father’s prolific illustrations”.

“The eagerness and willpower for ponies is clear inside Cherhill in each ponies and riders, and we’re thrilled that this spirit, that’s wholly synonymous with Thelwell, lives on and will likely be represented at this 12 months’s London Worldwide Horse Present. Dad can be delighted,” they mentioned.

British Dressage pronounces official wine provider

Winners on the BD 2024 NAF 5 Star winter championships, and 2025 Le Mieux nationals, will take pleasure in a celebratory drink because of a brand new partnership between BD and English wine producers Gusbourne.

BD members also can purchase Gusbourne wine by unique partnership charges by the members space.

“We’re extremely happy about this chance for BD to associate with Gusbourne, the premium English classic wine producer. With sustainability at its core, we’re extremely happy with what Gusbourne has achieved over the past 20 years in creating their property and we look ahead to sharing their story to our neighborhood,” mentioned BD industrial supervisor Chris Phillips.

“The partnership will current an thrilling alternative for members to style Gusbourne by unique member advantages and onsite experiences on the Gusbourne property.”

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Since becoming a member of H&H in 2018, Becky has lined a broad vary of equestrian information together with welfare issues, veterinary research, FEI Tribunal hearings and highway security campaigns. She has additionally interviewed high riders together with Scott Brash, John Whitaker and Ian Stark, to call only a few. Becky’s reporting has taken her to Canada for Spruce Meadows and France for Pau five-star, in addition to the Royal Highland and Blair Fort Worldwide Horse Trials nearer to residence. She was additionally a key a part of the distant reporting group for the Tokyo Olympics and the Europeans.