British Eventing Life - The official magazine of British Eventing

Gatcombe’s magic

As Gatcombe’s Magic Millions Festival of British Eventing makes a welcome return this August, HRH The Princess Royal’s son, Peter Phillips, explains what makes the event so special.

Laura Collett: Born this way

After winning Olympic gold and Badminton in the past 12 months, Laura Collett is on top of the world – and she’s been destined to get there from a very early age

Summer horse care: The heat is on

We spoke with a variety of experts about how to ensure your horse is performing at its best through the summer

Gatcombe makes its magical return

Experience the thrill of watching live sport as the Magic Millions Festival of British Eventing returns to Gloucestershire

Let’s make eventing a place to belong for all

British Equestrian and its 18 member bodies including British Eventing sign a unity pledge to improve diversity, equality and inclusion.

Introducing GO BE

No membership needed and unpublished results make British Eventing accessible for all, thanks to brand-new GO BE classes

Bramham: Philippa Skelton and Brian Boru III NAF BE80 champions

In a close contest of talented grassroots horses and riders, Philippa Skelton and Brian Boru III had the round of their lives to take victory

Rider

Interactive BE dressage tests continue on BE TestPro

British Eventing is delighted to announce that the collaboration between Lion Dog Apps and British Eventing on BE TestPro has been renewed

Think like a champion

A golden 2021 saw British riders celebrate a number of successes on the world stage, but when it comes to finding out what makes a winner, it takes more than just talent

You ask the questions: Tom McEwen

After a memorable year for the double Olympic medallist in 2021, Tom answers your questions on his horses, the year that was and why there could be more success on the horizon

Our guardian angel: The medics

When it comes to rider safety, BE’s Chief Medical Officer Katharine Hartington and her team are on a mission to provide protection for all

Training

Gaining your cross country edge

Horse and rider fitness are essential ingredients for a cross country phase so are you ready to nail that perfect, penalty-free round?

Horse

The art of horse nutrition

Understanding what a balanced diet for your horse looks like can be a challenge. Katie Williams, Technical Manager at Dengie, advises

Owner Karen Bartlett: “Eventing brings me such joy”

For Karen Bartlett, co-owner of Olympic gold-medal-winning London 52, eventing means everything

The eventing stars of tomorrow

The 2021 season is one BE fans will remember for many years, but what about the future?

Training

You ask the questions: Warren Lamperd

The elite-level coach sits down to talk about his training philosophy, getting the most out of his riders’ performances and still getting in the saddle to compete

Clockwatching: Ride on time

As every good coach will tell you, watching the clock should be secondary to many other facets of cross country riding, but developing a feel for the correct pace really is a key lesson to learn

Gaining your cross country edge

Horse and rider fitness are essential ingredients for a cross country phase so are you ready to nail that perfect, penalty-free round?