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8 July 2021
Throughout the pandemic, our aim has been to provide as much tangible support as possible to everyone in the equestrian community. Riding schools in every BHS region have been supported during a challenging year of lockdowns by the BHS COVID-19 Hards...
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25 June 2021
The British Horse Society (BHS) are calling for horse riders in Devon to saddle up and take part in a unique fundraising challenge. The “Olympic Rideathon” aims to clock up enough miles to get from Topsham to Tokyo, raising money for safe off-road ri...
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4 Mar 2021
The past year has been extremely challenging for all of us, but it has been heart-warming to see the whole equestrian community come together to support one another through such a critical time. I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you, ou...
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2 Sept 2020
Updated 02/09/2020 Please note, while the guidance is current at the point of publication, it may quickly be superseded following further government updates, or changes to the situation. Please bear with us while make these changes. Regional restrict...
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13 Aug 2020
Wellington Riding held a hugely successful annual Fun Ride and Pleasure Drive event on Sunday 2nd August, organised to support the British Horse Society (BHS)’s Covid Appeal. The route allowed riders and carriages to take in and enjoy the stunn...
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9 July 2020
The Eat Out to Help Out scheme has been launched as part of the Government’s package of support to businesses. If your riding school runs a cafeteria you may be able to benefit. If you run a cafeteria or eatery connected with your busines...
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1 June 2020
From Monday 1 June, in England only, riding schools will be able to offer group lessons and hacks for five people from separate households plus one coach. Coaches will also be able to teach groups of five riders at group clinics. Social distancing g...
From Monday 1 June, in Wales, coaches will be able to offer one to one lessons and group lessons for members of the same household providing all government advice on social distancing is followed and people remain two meters apart. Riding schools are...
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28 May 2020
Scotland
Scotland has now moved to Phase One of the easing of lockdown restrictions. Exercise and non-contact outdoor leisure activities, including horse riding are permissible. Confirmation that limited one on one coaching can take place, providing social di...
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22 May 2020
The Rt. Hon. Dame Caroline Spelman DBE has joined The British Horse Society (BHS) as Specialist Trustee for Policy, Campaigning and Government Relations. She will play a pivotal role in the Society’s lobbying effort across many key causes, incl...
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