Polly Portwin
Hunting editor
Polly joined the Horse & Hound team in summer 2013. A former senior master of the Bicester with Whaddon Chase, her hunting knowledge and contacts are second to none. She left Horse & Hound at the end of 2016 to join The Hunting Office.
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8 ways to avoid looking flustered on your first day autumn hunting
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‘Brave, competitive and always well mounted’: farewell to hunt chairman and respected restaurateur
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The Countryside Alliance’s Polly Portwin asks: ‘Are you a National Trust member?’
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Most treasured possessions: The deep significance of the hunting horn *H&H Plus*
A hunting horn often carries a deeper significance than merely a tool to hunt hounds, finds Polly Portwin
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Going hunting on Boxing Day? Here's what you need to know
Do you fancy going hunting on Boxing Day? Horse & Hound offers some tips on how to go about it, including who to contact and how to prepare
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Horse & Hound’s ultimate A-Z of hunting
To celebrate this week’s hunting special of Horse & Hound magazine (26 October 2017), take a look at our A-Z of hunting, from newcomers and Ireland to unseated riders and X-rays
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The 'ideal' tack trolley you can really rely on
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'She was a beautiful person': tributes to rider who died after hunting fall
'The whole equestrian community must be in complete shock tonight'
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Horse & Hound reveals hunting special issue
A special souvenir cover showing the beauty of our countryside, a full hunt directory and our first Hunt Hero are all included in this week's special edition
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Polly Portwin: Hunting is a wonderful distraction *H&H VIP*
Horse & Hound's hunting editor looks ahead to the start of the new season and discusses what hunting is doing to attract new followers.
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Hunting clinics: get ready for the season
Whether you are concerned about an unintended mid-field Spanish Riding School display, or simply want to brush up on hunt etiquette and terms, a pre-season hunting clinic provides an introductory hunting education for both horse and rider
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Huntsman acquitted of GBH 'should never have been prosecuted'
The Countryside Alliance has questioned why the case of Mark Doggrell was taken to court
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Bruises — and other things you swiftly encounter when you sign up for a charity race
If you are lucky enough — or perhaps crazy enough — to accept an invitation to take part in a charity race, H&H takes a look at a few points you may encounter along the way to lining up…
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'Amazing opportunity': chance to ride on Grand National course with top jockey
The winning rider will have the chance to get up close and personal with the famous Aintree fences
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Flying solo – how to tow alone safely and with confidence
If you're thinking about taking the plunge by towing a trailer on your own, read our expert advice on how to 'go it alone' with your horse
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Willberry Wonder Pony goes hunting
Hannah Francis's mascot joined the Devon and Somerset Staghounds for a special meet
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Roll up, roll up to Rydal: Which hound gets your nod?
Take a look at the hounds that caught the eye, plus some other highlights thrown in for good measure
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All eyes on the winners at the West of England hound show
Take a look at who caught the eye at the Honiton hound show
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Quorn to launch hunting safety helmet
The hunt has worked with members and manufacturer Charles Owen to develop the hat, which they hope will 'satisfy traditionalists'