In this issue

The team at Bennington Carriages share a series of straightforward exercises, suitable for all levels and abilities, that will work wonders for your horse’s training. The British Horse Society look at first aid courses for equines and humans, and we tackle summer skin complaints. As the Hackney Horse Society returns to its spiritual home at Ardingly, Barbara Stockton has all the news from their successful annual Breed Show. Liz Harcombe looks back on three CIAT events in glorious locations – Glamis, Sandringham and Elevedon. Amy Mundell has all the latest news from driving trials at home and abroad. We have full scurry reports as the season heats up. In Coaching Chatter, Bob Elliot looks at a tale of two different experiences at Windsor, and a perfect tour with the European Private Driving Club. We discover the history behind the Gold State Coach and the role it played in Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.