An insight into what cover I have and why I think it's important. Now, you might be thinking... "that bloody Wimpy's sponsored by KBIS, course she's going to be banging on about insurance!" or thoughts to that effect! But alas my friends, I have been insured with KBIS for over 10 years, with 5 different... Continue Reading →
Stable Management Tips: What’s in my grooming bag?
Hello my dear friends and welcome back to some very exciting content! I would like to start by wishing you all a very happy February and I hope that, even in lockdown, that you are managing to cling onto a handful of sanity. Here's something to keep you moderately entertained, so sit back and enjoy... Continue Reading →
Let’s talk about: Horse feed and why I keep things simple!
It's 2019 and there are nearly double that number of horse feed options available to horse owners... I'm glad it's not 4019! Disclaimer - I am not sponsored by a feed company, I am not a moron and I am aware of the difference between quality products and good marketing. Basic Pony Club knowledge enlists... Continue Reading →
In a TIGHT spot? Need LEGGING up? I’ve got a treat for you!
Now, I'm not a huge fan of brazen product reviews... the "I got this for free and I'm obliged to say it's amazing" kind of thing. But the reality is, I do get a lot of products to try out and when something really catches my attention, I'll share it... simple, Right?! So, yes I... Continue Reading →
HOW I COPE WITH WINTER ….
Here's the deal Mr. Winter, you're either cold, dark, p*ssing with rain or blowing a bloody gale or all of those things on a really great day! But ... if there were no seasons how would you appreciate the few flakes of snow that might appear on Christmas morning? Or the first snowdrops that pop... Continue Reading →
#blogtober – Autumn essentials for you…
In the spirit of equestrian blogging, I have decided to dip in and out of the #horsebloggers Blogtober topics when the inspiration takes me. Today it took me... I'm going to bring you my 3 Autumn essentials that I, or anyone else shouldn't be living without. Now, I expect you're about to click the home... Continue Reading →
Which rug should I put on my horse?
Rugging Temperature GuideNow, this doesn’t cover everything there is to know or every different circumstance, and I sharn't make this into too much of a biology lesson either. But hopefully it helps in times of rugging confusion! What I have learnt...I have run some of the most elite yards in the country, working with both... Continue Reading →
What I wear competing Part 2: Show Jumping
There are obviously do’s and don’ts that you have to comply with and I advise that if you are unsure that you check with the British Eventing Rule Books just to be safe. I know that all of the gear I am wearing is above board but equally I also know that I push the... Continue Reading →
What I wear Competing: Part 1 – Dressage
There are obviously do’s and don’ts that you have to comply with and I advise that if you are unsure that you check with the British Eventing or British Dressage Rule Books just to be safe. I know that all of the gear I am wearing is above board but equally I also know that... Continue Reading →
August Favourites – you can’t afford NOT to…
Now, protection is something we all have at the forefront of our minds; not only for ourselves but (often more importantly) for our horses. I'm relatively new to Eventing and I have only one, very precious horse. I want to make sure I am doing all I can for his safety and longevity as a... Continue Reading →
My July Favourites – What’s GLOVE got to do with it?
So, being 'out there' in the public eye definitely has it's ups and downs. Being a blogger and author or one of the largest equestrian blogs in the country brings with it some exciting opportunities to try new things that I ordinarily wouldn't get to try. New product launches, events and meet ups are so... Continue Reading →
Feeding for purpose
I thought I would take a minute to impart a little wisdom, please take from it what you will for I am no David Marlin, but what I do have is experience, years of it, spanning over 300 horses that I have cared for in these years. Now, these days, what to feed your horse... Continue Reading →
Very proud to announce….
WELL.... What a day!!! Today I have made the most valuable investment of my life (Pat excluded - he is family and doesn't count) in more ways than one. I expect you all remember the post I did a few weeks ago about having THAT exciting phone call but not being quite ready to divulge... Continue Reading →
Making Safety the POINT!!
WIMPY Eventing is a terrifying thing, when you're scared out of your bloody mind and rely heavily on booze and Imodium supplies to keep you in check, something has to have your back. I am delighted to announce that from March 2017; I, the Wimpiest Eventer that ever trotted the earth, will be the VERY... Continue Reading →
The WIMPY guide to Olympia Horse Show!
So, every year a huge percentage of us make the pilgrimage to the sparkly lights and festive flush of Olympia Horse Show. Every penny we have saved doing all of our Christmas shopping on Black Friday, goes into a pot, reserved for the all-important shopping village. This year will be no different! There are a... Continue Reading →