Bought as a gangly two-year-old magnificent Harley, owned by Jane Titley-Perrin has gone from strength to strength and she is now enjoying the fruits of her hard work.

Standing 16.3hh the coloured, Warmblood x Thoroughbred is now four and Jane is busy educating and producing him.

Based in Market Drayton, Jane has worked with horses all her life but apart from a ‘problem horse’ she took on to help, Harley is really the first horse she has owned from a youngster and for herself.

Said Jane: “After years of working at a dealing yard as head girl, before going freelance with clipping and grooming jobs I decided it was about time I bought a horse of my own.

“I broke Harley in as a three-year-old and he’s been on fun rides and on hound exercise with our local pack.

“He has been fed on Equerry Conditioning Mash since I got him as a two-year-old and now he’s in work he is having Equerry Cool Mash.  Both have been fantastic in keeping him looking in fabulous condition and calm and focused as a youngster.

“Harley is such a star and I feel very lucky to have him to bring on and spend time with.  He has competed at a couple of dressage competitions scoring 60%+ with lots of positive comments and I was aiming to do some jumping clinics this year, so fingers crossed we will be able to get out soon.

“There’s nothing he likes more than to go out for hacks enjoying everything he sees. I’m hoping to do a bit of everything with him and I’m excited for our future together.”

Added Jane: “Harley still has a lot of maturing to do but he looks great for a big horse and I am really looking forward educating him further.

“The Equerry Cool Mash keeps him level-headed and he looks in superb condition, I couldn’t ask for more.”

A fusion of world-class equestrian sport, lifestyle and hospitality awaits as the 2020 Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show enters a new era.

A key date in the equestrian calendar and held in the stunning surrounds of Bolesworth Castle in the beautiful Cheshire countryside, the show takes place June 9 to 14.

Bringing together many of the world’s leading riders at one iconic venue, the event continues to break the mould when it comes to experiencing the finest day out in a truly unique environment while mixing with the very best riders in the world.

The 2020 show is set to be truly memorable with the sports leading contenders vying it out for honours across such legendary classes as the heart-stopping Puissance to the explosive action of the 1.60m Equerry Grand Prix.

Now a firm fixture on the dressage calendar, International competition will start on the afternoon of Tuesday 9^th June.  Wednesday 10^th June will see the climax of the CDI 3* – the Freestyle, with a new format day to include demonstrations and masterclasses from the stars of the World of Dressage.

The Event will celebrate Business, with unique networking opportunities throughout the week, and will be launching a new Gents Day on Friday 12^th June, in line with Saturday’s Ladies Day celebrations.

Guests can expect a new and exciting line up of Evening Entertainment, with the Bolesworth Elite Yearling Auction to take centre stage on Friday 12^th June.

Lifestyle will be a focus for this year’s shopping village with an expanded and improved food and drink offer across the site.

Bolesworth will be investing in the site over the winter, with new areas of hard standing and wet weather contingency plans to ensure that the doors open whatever the weather.

Visit www.bolesworthinternational.com to sign up for ticket alerts.  Tickets go on sale February 2020.

James Whitaker opened his legendary showjumping family’s winning account at the TheraPlate UK Liverpool International Horse Show on Saturday evening.

James, younger brother of Great Britain Nations Cup rider William Whitaker, took top honours in the Equerry Horse Feeds Under-25s Grand Prix.

It was a stylish performance in a class that produced just three clear rounds from 18 starters.

Ultimately, it proved to be a showdown between James on Caloro Ex Z and Robert Murphy, riding Highgrove Violet.

Robert followed his first round clear with another immaculate display, clocking 43.25 seconds, but James clipped half a second off that time to claim a £2,000 winner’s purse.

Harry Wainwright and Pinheiro Beech finished third, with leading Irish challengers Jason Foley and Castlefield Cass in fourth.

Reflecting on his victory, James said: “It’s fantastic. We didn’t have the best of weeks in a show last week, but we came back and tried hard, and luckily it paid off.

“You have got to learn from your mistakes, and we’ve both done that and got a great result from it.

“It was a tough course. There were only three clears in the end, and luckily it played into my hands a little bit.

“I wasn’t last to go (in the jump-off), so I didn’t have loads of pressure, but I put enough pressure on the last to go to have a fence down, so it worked out perfectly for me.

“We’ve only been together for about four or five months. We’ve won a couple of classes, so we are slowly getting together, and hopefully next year we will have a good year.

“It’s fantastic to win here at Liverpool, and I can finish the year on a high now.”

SIXTEEN-year-old Annabel Lomas was the delighted winner of a fast-paced Equerry Horse Feeds CSIAm Bronze final at a sun-kissed Bolesworth Young Horse Championships.

With 15 through to the jump-off, Buxton-based Annabel had her work cut out, but riding the 10-year-old mare, Vraiecocotte Berence, she kicked on to the last, clear in 33.40 seconds.

Said Annabel: “This is my first win at Bolesworth in the International Arena and she went fantastically.

“I have just finished at school so it really is a fantastic summer for me. We bought her from Carl Edwards and I am now competing at 1.20m to 1.30m level.

“She is a very reliable mare and consistent and I am hoping we slowly progress up the levels as she gives me so much confidence.”

Taking second and third place was Vicky Burns with Hippy and Denzel II.

The Litchfield-based rider set a blistering pace in the class from second draw when coming home in 33.59 seconds on her first ride, the bay gelding, Denzel II, but it was the grey, Hippy, that took a more direct line in 33.51 seconds.

Said Vicky: “Hippy is fantastic in a jump off as he is always looking for the next fence which is a huge help.

“Denzel has just come back after a year off with injury from trying to jump out of the field so I am delighted with both of them.”

Belgium’s Rik Hemeryk claimed one of his biggest career victories after winning the Equerry Horse Feeds Bolesworth International Grand Prix.

In doing so, he saw off a concerted challenge from nine other combinations that reached the jump-off in pursuit of a £29,500 top prize.

Riding 11-year-old stallion Ulyss Morinda, Rik’s jump-off time of 38.33 seconds proved 30 hundredths quicker than American world star Laura Kraut.

Laura, aboard new ride Vvaramog de Breve, produced the form that helped her guide the United States to World Equestrian Games showjumping team gold in North Carolina last September.

And there was also an outstanding performance from Ellen Whitaker and Arena UK Winston, who finished as leading British rider in third place.

Ireland’s David Simpson took fourth aboard Jenson 55, with Britain’s Alison Barton in fifth on Roma IV, just in front of Amanda Derbyshire and Luibanta BH.

The grand prix, which carries a £90,000 total prize fund, did not disappoint as 39 starters tackled the challenge posed by course designer Kelvin Bywater.

But it was Rik who came up trumps after last-to-go Laura finished just short in her attempt to knock him off the top of the leaderboard.

“I saw the jump-off course, and there were a lot of verticals, and I thought it would suit my horse,”  Rik said.

“I went with a lot of canter between the fences and managed to put some pressure on the others.

“I have had the horse since he was seven, and he is really careful. I took my time developing him, and he did a couple of bigger shows last year before having a whole winter’s rest. This would be his biggest win.

“I have really enjoyed the Bolesworth experience. It is so nice here, and I hope I can come back next year.”

For Laura, it was a case of so near, yet so far, but she was thrilled with the display of a 10-year-old mare that excelled amid the pressure of a four-star grand prix.

“I am thrilled. This was my first grand prix with her, and we went pretty close,” Laura said.

And for Ellen, who helped Great Britain to a team bronze medal at the European Championships 12 years ago alongside her uncles John and Michael Whitaker, it was an outstanding result.

“I am absolutely delighted. We got him  as a four-year-old, and it has been an interesting road to this point,” Ellen said.

“It has taken me a little while to get the hang of managing such a big horse, and he was great today. It is really exciting for the future.”

EQUERRY Horse Feeds is to sponsor the prestigious Amateur Bronze Grand Prix at the exciting new Bolesworth Young Horse Championship Show.

This five day young horse showcase runs from August 14 to 18 in the stunning grounds of Bolesworth Castle and will feature 4, 5, 6 & 7-year-old age classes, incorporating qualifiers for the FEI World Young Horse Breeding Championships in Lanaken, held in September.

This is a new addition to the Equerry team’s major sponsorship portfolio at Bolesworth International as title sponsor of the event and also supporter of the British Riding Club’s competitions, as well as sponsors of the Under 25 Grand Prix at the Liverpool International Horse Show over the New Year.

The young horse classes will run alongside CSI** and CSIAm International classes with the youngsters having the chance to experience jumping in the amphitheatre-style Main Arena with the atmosphere of a true International competition.

The Equerry Amateur Bronze Grand Prix takes place on Saturday, August 17 and will bring together the best combinations that have made it through to the prestigious final day.

Said Edward Lea of Equerry: “The new Young Horse Championship’s at Bolesworth is another fantastic addition to the growing number of events held at this magnificent venue and we are delighted to be sponsoring the Amateur Bronze Grand Prix.

“We are very committed to supporting events at Bolesworth with our title sponsorship of The Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show now entering its fourth year and work very closely alongside the events’ team.”

Added Show Promoter, Nina Barbour: “Equerry Horse Feeds are very supportive of the events established at Bolesworth and Liverpool, and we are delighted to have them on board for the new show.”

The opening night on August 14 will include an Eventing Grand Prix, and a Ramiro B Elite Auction for foals, yearlings and two-year-olds sired by the legendary Ramiro B.

The finals of a new British 3-year-old Loose Jumping Championship will be held on the Thursday night.

Qualifiers will be held throughout July at the following venues:

PYECOMBE (Sussex)

ONLEY GROUNDS (Warwickshire)

MUIRMILL (Scotland)

SPOT ACRE (Staffordshire)

LEDSTON EQUINE CENTRE (Yorkshire)

Friday night includes the launch of the new Bolesworth AES Elite Foal Auction featuring the very best British bred foals.

Saturday will conclude with the TheraPlate UK Puissance followed by evening entertainment, it’s party time.

VIP Hospitality packages are available from £85 plus VAT per person in the day and £50 plus VAT per person for the evening sessions.

A wide range of sponsorship opportunities are available, with supporter’s packages starting at £1,500 plus VAT.

For further information please contact 01829 307676, email melanie@bolesworth.com or visit www.bolesworthyounghorse.com.

FOLLOWING its huge success last year, the Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show is once again hosting the British Riding Club’s showjumping competition at the prestigious venue.

Taking place on Saturday, June 15 there will be an 80cm and 90cm class for British Riding Club members.

There will be four competitions including a Team and Individual Competition at 80cm and 85cm, and a Team and Individual Competition at 90cm and 95cm level.

The team classes include four horse and rider combinations and will be run under British Showjumping rules.

The Individual Competitions are only open to competitors who have competed in the Team Competitions and will see all competitors who gain a clear round jump against the clock to produce the individual winner.

Equerry Horse Feed, rugs and saddlecloths as well as rosettes will be awarded to the prize winners in what looks set to be a great addition to the competition at Bolesworth International.

Said Show President, Nina Barbour: “We were delighted with the inaugural British Riding Club competitions in 2018 so it’s great to be hosting them once again and are looking forward to members from all over the region taking part across the classes.”

Added Edward Lea of Equerry Horse Feeds: “The new addition was just fantastic last year and the classes give riding club members the opportunity to compete in front of Bolesworth Castle which provides a stunning and prestigious backdrop.”

Also taking place on Saturday, June 15 is the glamorous event of Ladies Day, CSI 4* Showjumping and CSI 2* Showjumping Grand Prix. The evening see’s the exciting Ride & Drive competition as well as the not to be missed evening entertainment from Furnace and the Fundamentals! With so much going on it is the perfect opportunity to have an enjoyable day out with your friends.

General admission tickets can be bought online at www.bolesworthinternational.com

Evening Hospitality Tables are available at a cost of £95+ VAT per person for tables of 6 or 8 with access to the VIP marquee from 6.30pm – contact hospitality@bolesworth.com

Amber Major and Howard looking fit and well.

Equerry Cool Mash is an efficient quick-soaking mash for horses that need a low energy feed.

And it has proved a great success for Amber Major and her horse Howard, especially through the summer months.

Designed for horses and ponies in light to medium work Equerry Cool Mash is cereal-grain-free.

It has low levels of starch and benefits from a ‘Non-Heating’ formula. Equerry Cool Mash contains highly digestible fibre sources including sugar beet, to benefit your horse or pony.

Said Amber: “The Equerry Cool Mash proved fantastic throughout the warmer weather when Howard didn’t need a conditioning feed but did require a diet to help him stay calm and perform at his best. It’s great to know he’s getting everything he needs and he loves it too.”

The mash also includes yeast to support a healthy digestive system and added vitamins and minerals including magnesium.

The Equerry horse feed range includes; Equerry High Fibre Cubes, Equerry Cool Mix, Equerry Horse & Pony Mix, Equerry Horse & Pony Cubes, Equerry Conditioning Mash, Equerry Conditioning Cubes, Equerry Sports Mix and Equerry Veteran Mix.

Equerry Cool Mash is available in a 20kg bag. RRP £11.95.

Is your horse or pony a bit light on condition after the colder months or are you looking for that extra finish and glossy coat in the run up to the outdoor season?

Throughout February and March there is £2 off Equerry Conditioning Mash at participating retailers and whilst promotional stocks last.

Says Audrey Muirhead who’s horse Skye won the Equerry Horse of the Year Award:  “I was so pleased that Skye won Equerry Horse of the Year.  She lives out and I find the Equerry Conditioning Mash helps her to keep her condition throughout the winter months. I have two other horses who are also fed on conditioning mash. One is 26 and the other is 24. They all love it and it’s so easy to feed.”

Equerry Conditioning Mash is a quick-soaking mash for horses that need to gain weight and condition.

It is a ‘Non-Heating’ formula with low levels of starch and has a good level of protein for muscle development and topline.

Highly-digestible fibre sources include sugar beet; while oil and linseed promote condition and a shiny coat.

A high level of yeast promotes a healthy digestive system, with added vitamins and minerals including magnesium.

Celebrate your New Year in style with the whole family at the Liverpool International Horse Show with a production that will keep you at the edge of your seat all night!

Running for the fourth time, from December 28 – 31, 2018 at the Echo Arena Liverpool, the show is both a serious highlight for the International Sporting Calendar and an essential date for the social calendar.

If you are looking for a unique way to spend New Year’s Eve with family and friends. whilst enjoying an unbelievable party atmosphere, the final performance of the Liverpool International Horse Show has it all.

The Evening Performance kicks off at 7pm with the €75,000 Liverpool International Grand Prix, showcasing some of the world’s best horses and riders, all with their eye firmly set on winning the top prize of the show.  The fences will be set at a staggering 1.60m high, and riders will also be competing for much sought after Longines World Ranking points.

The current dual Liverpool International Grand Prix champion, Irishman Billy Twomey, will be back to defend his title this year, having won the prestigious class in both 2016 and 2017 with his seasoned campaigner Diaghilev.

Spectators will then be treated to the amazing spectacle of the Arenacross UK Freestyle Motocross crew, performing gravity defying stunts against a backdrop of pyro, along with crowd favourites the Shetland Pony Grand National.

Gilles Fortier and his dramatic team of stunt riders and horses will be delivering a world premier of his new ‘Phoenix’ act, showcasing an emotive collection of equestrian art, acrobatics and fire performers.

There’s more equestrian action with the ‘Battle of the Sexes’ Knockout, involving riders racing against each other over two sets of mirror image fences.  This nail biting class promises to be the fastest and most furious show jumping you will see all weekend.

Finally we will be joined by world renowned party rock specialist Rick Parfitt Jr, and the RPJ band who will be ramping up the atmosphere as we get closer to midnight and counting down to a spectacular show with indoor fireworks and lots of surprises as the clock strikes 12!

At the heart of the shopping village, our Champagne Bar will once again be located next to the Warm-Up Arena allowing you to get close up and personal to the shows leading horses and riders before they perform.

All evening tickets purchased for Monday, December 31 INCLUDE access to the Shopping Village (with more than 80 equestrian and lifestyle outlets) and onsite restaurants from 9am, and unallocated seating is available during the day to watch the action from the Amateur and Pony Show jumping Finals. Tickets also give access to the Champagne Bar in Hall Two.
If you are unable to make the evening show, reduced price tickets are available for the shops, restaurants and unallocated daytime arena seating.

To book tickets and for further information visit www.liverpoolhorseshow.com
All performances are suitable for young children, and accessible seating is available by contacting the Echo Arena.
VIP Hospitality and Private Boxes are available for all sessions. All enquiries contact hospitality@bolesworth.com