Stephanie Bateman

6 things to consider before travelling in the dark with your horse this winter

If you are going to get out and about with your horse this winter, you are likely to be loading and unloading in the dark. So how can you do this as safely as possible?

What does an Olympic dressage horse eat during the winter?

Keeping competition horses in peak condition through the winter can be a challenge. We delve into the diet plan of Team GB dressage horse Supernova II, to find out the details of his winter feeding regime

Winter feeding: how to keep a Hickstead Derby winner in top condition

Keeping competition horses in peak condition through the winter can be a challenge. We delve into the diet plan of 2017 Hickstead Derby winner Golvers Hill, to find out the details of his winter feeding regime

Find out what a Burghley winner gets fed during the winter

We delve into the diet plan of 2017 Burghley winner Ballaghmor Class, to find out the details of his winter feeding regime

Watch how Laura Tomlinson can control her horse — just using her body

The Olympic dressage riders shows us how you can use your body to influence the horse, improving the horse's reaction to the aids by engaging the rider's seat and balance

Petplan Equine Area Festivals: everything you need to know

Have you ever wondered what the British Dressage Petplan Equine Area Festivals competitions are all about? Here’s everything you need to know...

British Dressage My Quest: all you need to get started

Enjoy competing in unaffiliated dressage and looking for the next step? Then check out British Dressage’s My Quest series

Instant visual feedback — and other reasons arena mirrors are a useful addition to your yard

It’s not uncommon to find mirrors in the arenas of most professional riders, so what do they find useful about them?

Is this the most idyllic dressage yard in Britain?

With husband-and-wife dressage duo Richard and Gill Davison both riding at the top level and their sons competing in showjumping, Horse & Hound looks around the family’s multi-discipline yard in Staffordshire

How serious is scar tissue in horses? *H&H VIP*

Scar tissue may be superficial or more serious, but must it spell an end to a horse’s ridden career? Stephanie Bateman investigates

8 incredible things you've always wanted to know about being a stunt rider

Have you ever daydreamed about working alongside famous actors as their stunt double, pulling off thrilling stunts in blockbusters? For stunt rider, actress and showjumper Georgina Armstrong, the dream is a reality.

Ever wondered what it takes to build a showground? (These stats will blow your mind)

What does it takes to turn a grassy field or empty indoor arena into a thriving show centre, complete with stabling and foot-perfect, all-weather surfaces? H&H finds out

What is life like for a groom on the road with a four-star eventer?

H&H followed Francis Whittington's groom Sharon Mepham for the day at Tweseldown to find out what life is like on the road with a top rider

7 training tips that top showjumpers swear by

Want to find the secret behind top showjumpers' successes? We ask seven riders for their training tips

‘The difference between winning and losing’: 6 expert tips for mastering the walk

Dressage rider and British Equestrian Federation Futurity judge Lesley Peyton-Gilbert shares her top tips for getting the most out of your walk

Rug dilemmas: how can you make sure your horse is the ideal temperature?

The dilemma of which winter rug to put on your horse is one with which we are all familiar, so we ask the experts how to make sure your horse is comfortable in his turnout rug this winter

'People run up to give him a hug': what is it like taking on Andrew Nicholson's former ride?

Have you ever dreamed of taking on the ride on a top horse and competing him for your country? For some junior and young riders, the dream becomes reality, but is it as good as it sounds or are there pros and cons to riding a prolific horse?

Meet the 2016 Hickstead Derby winner William Whitaker

Following William Whitaker's Hickstead Derby win this weekend (26 June) with the chestnut gelding Glenavadra Brilliant, find out what makes the 26-year-old tick — from his favourite TV show to his biggest indulgence

H&H Feed Week: How to feed an injured competition horse on box rest

What's the best approach to take when feeding an injured competition horse on box rest? H&H speaks to top nutritionists to find out

'Don't look for eureka moments' — and 6 other training tips that top eventers swear by