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LMC education and consumer promotions manager, Sarah Toland and LMC marketing placement student Jo-Anne McCay (second and third from left) pictured with teachers attending the workshop at the Royal School Dungannon

The LMC team have delivered workshops in Magherafelt, Belfast and Dungannon

Two horses on the loose bolt through the streets of London near Aldwych. (Photo: Jordan Pettitt/PA Wire)

Army horses on the loose bolt through central London

The Federation Equestre International official television commentators from Rhiyadh were County Antrim's Jessica Kuertan and Philip Gazala from Dorset. (Pic: Ruth Loney)

Ulsterwoman heads up TV commentary as Swedes dominate World FEI finals

League Champion Horse, Julie Donaghy Simpson, Hobnob, pictured with owner Adrian Martin. (Pic: Black Horse Photography)

A colourful end to Hagans Croft's Working Hunter League

Wilson Dennison, the major supporter of local point-to-points who provides the high profile Loughanmore course, having recorded a double the venue is pictured with multiple All Ireland Champion rider Derek O’Connor. (Pic: Freelance)

Rescheduled Loughanmore point-to-point proves a big success

Senior Prelim league winner Rachel Murray and Hawk. (Pic: Ellie Johnston Photography)

Sun shines on Knockagh View Equestrian's New Year Dressage League final

Second Lieutenant Erin Crawford. (Pic supplied by Defence Forces Press Office)

County Donegal officer joins Army Equitation School

The Northern Ireland Horse Board (NIHB) is proud to introduce the 'EquiSphere Total Wellness' programme. (Pic: NIHB)

NIHB pioneers with Concussion Awareness Seminar

Tilly Tumilty won Tyrella's EI90 (P) class with style on Barnadown Lad. (Pic: Anne Hughes)

Tyrella hosts the first event of 2024

This is a unique opportunity to acquire an equestrian smallholding in a highly convenient location. (Pic: Joyce Clarke)

Equestrian smallholding now on the market in Northern Ireland

Steam engines galore

All roads lead to Antrim for annual May Day Steam Rally

Liz Armstrong SAHS Fundraising Volunteer and Bryan McClory Joint Master Iveagh Fox Hounds. (Pic: A Woods)

Ballycross cross country raises over £3k for charity

Rhys Williams Parc Stables, Philip Gilligan GAIN Equine Nutrition, Niall O'Neill GAIN Equine Nutrition, Tony Hurley SJI, Coen Williams Parc Stables & Eddie Phelan Alltech at the recent launch of the GAIN Alltech National Grand Prix League. (Pic: Tadhg Ryan | www.bit-media.com)

2024 GAIN Alltech National Grand Prix Launches at Parc Stables

World Horse Welfare’s Norfolk Rescue and Rehoming Centre in Snetterton has not only welcomed its first foal of the year but the birth marks the first born to one of five pregnant mares that were rescued from being smuggled out of the UK and believed to be heading to a European slaughterhouse

World Horse Welfare announces birth of first foal from 'smuggled' horses

DAERA Minister Andrew Muir MLA. (Photo by Kelvin Boyes/Press Eye)

Payments of more than £9m commence to EFS participants

Arriving at the Fashion Show are Rita Dowds, Kathleen Boyle and Kathleen O'Mullan.

Dresser46 Portglenone provides the style at Armoy WI fashion show
Ladies from Armoy WI have held at fashion show at Roseyards Presbyterian Church Hall.
Sammy McMullan

Store owners James Henderson and Karan Boe with their partners Barbara and Alan, alongside the store’s Business Development Manager, Daren Esler and Justin Hayes, Regional Sales Manager at Henderson Group.

Dungannon store has made a huge impact on the local community

Eve Lindsay and Kilcurry Gem. (Pic: Black Horse Photography)

Ardnacashel Equestrian holds final of working hunter series

Weihnachts, ridden by Simon Torrens, claims the marathon chase which concludes the Fibrus race day card giving JP Mc Manus a double following his victory in the Aintree Grand National. (Photo by Kelvin Boyes /Press Eye)

The opening race at Down Royal proves to be a family affair

Lynsay Noble and Sachet De The. (Pic: Black Horse Photography)

Botanica Cash Back Dressage League at Narrow Water reaches midway point

Left to right: Kate, Head Housekeeper, Kris Cunningham, General Manager at Dunsilly Hotel, Eddie McKeever, Managing Director of McKeever Hotel Group

Latest investment at Dunsilly Hotel will further enhance the guest experience

Caitlyn Irvine and Kensington Absolute, winners off the Smalls and 1 metre and Champion. (Pic: SVRC)

Caitlyn is the champion at Strule Valley Riding Club working hunter

Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (15 Apr) launched its new Future Flyer Academy pilot training programme in partnership with Irish-based and world-renowned international flight school, Atlantic Flight Training Academy (AFTA)

Fancy taking to the skies as a pilot? Ryanair launches new training programme

SDLP MLA Patsy McGlone

McGlone raises plight of NI farmers with Minister Muir

Fermanagh Farmer and Country singer Karl Kirkpatrick has reached the Grand Final of Glór Tíre, TG4's long-running, hit Country Music programme.

‘It’s the opportunity of a lifetime’ for singing Fermanagh farmer

Billie Hoque, pictured with two of her three allergic children - Jess, aged 7 and Jude, 4, - said she found a community at The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation.

Tesco is working with The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation to raise awareness

Megan Houston, Western Ocala. (Pic: Black Horse Photography)

Megan and 'Western Ocala' take Champion Horse at Hagans Croft
WORKING hunter was back in full swing at Hagans Croft Equestrian on Saturday, April 13th after storm Kathleen cancelled events the previous weekend.
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Stuart McClough was in tremendous form with the Glen Harriers. (Pic: Glen Harriers)

A cracking season for the Glen Harriers

Zara Smyth riding Tilly in Class 4 at Lusk's. (Pic: Martin O'Neill Photography)

Horse Week: Lusk Liveries clean up on week one of showjumping series

Christopher Smyth jumping Sunny. (Pic: Lyndon McKee Photography)

Competitors out in strength at Connell Hill training show

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Mandy Blakely, Mossvale. (Pic: Ellie Johnston Photography)

Success for NI Riding Clubs at Dressage Championships

Ellie McDowell and It’s The Red Choice. (Pic: Black Horse Photography)

Penultimate leg of Ardnacashel's Winter Working Hunter League

Lucca Stubington rides her steed successfuly in the Open tests. (Pic: Equi-Tog)

Results from the last leg of the Laurel View Winter Dressage League 23/24

Jonny Steele riding George. (Pic: Martin O'Neill Photography)

Spring Derby and Balmoral qualifiers held at Lusk Equestrian

Richard Howley challenges at the FEI World Cup finals next week in Riyadh. There are 34 riders from 19 countries. (Pic: Ruth Loney)

Five star horses for FEI World Cup, as delighted Howley has his first final

Rosalind Canter riding Lordships Graffalo for GBR. (Pic: Kit Houghton)

Win tickets to the legendary Badminton Horse Trials (8-12 May 2024)

Catherine Spence riding Flyhigh Mable, winners of the 1.20m SJI on 6th-7th April. (Pic supplied by Tori OC Photography)

Photographs from recent competitions at the Meadows Equestrian

Mezcal jumps well clear for Jonny Steele to take 2nd place and qualify for Balmoral's 5yo Star of the Future class. (Pic: Anne Hughes)

Photographs from Gransha qualifiers for Balmoral's Star of the Future classes

Champion Horse, Julie Donaghy Simpson, He's The Lad and Reserve Champion Horse, Katie Donnelly, Majestical Grey Fire. Included is judge Conor O'Hare. (Pic: Black Horse Photography)

Working hunter horses take on Storm Kathleen

Jodie Creighton jumping Drumrankin Serpant on April 4th. (Pic: Lyndon McKee Photography)

Photographs from Connell Hill SJI Horse League

Fifth place overall, The Cheeky Ponies, Ellen Hare and Hannah Orr. (Pic: Mossvale)

Spotty and Dotty clinch Mossvale Pairs League win

Des Wright and Tom Stewart. Pic: John McIlrath

In pictures: Ploughing a furrow at Garvagh

The new date is Saturday, April 13th at Ecclesville Centre outdoor, Fintona. (Pic: stock image)

New date for Strule Valley Working Hunter competition

April is an exciting and busy time across Northern Ireland farms.

How to ensure you're adequately protected during spring season

Race 1 winner, Banter at the bar. (Pic: J Hislop)

Route Hunt holds spring point-to-point races at Portrush

Rosie Simple, Sara Moore on Gunner, Violet Simple on Prince, pictured with judge Mr Paddy Trainer. (Picture: Lyndon McKee Photography)

Easter Weekend at Connell Hill Equestrian

Pictured is Kathryn Holland, Commercial Manager at Down Royal with Cathy Fox, Head of Sales, Britvic NI. (Pic: Philip Magowan)

Britvic and Down Royal partnership refreshed ahead of May Day Meeting

INEOS Grenadier - official vehicle supplier to Badminton Horse Trials. (Pic: INEOS)

INEOS Automotive signs three-year partnership with Badminton Horse Trials

Pictured at the Healy's Haylage Midweek League. (Pic: Knockagh View)

Healy’s Haylage Midweek League concludes at Knockagh View Equestrian

Eva Kennedy, Nicely Dun Darcy. (Pic: Black Horse Photography)

'Nicely Dun' as Eva steals the pony championship at Hagans Croft

Supreme Champions Jonah Robinson and Dougie. (Pic: Ellie Johnston Photography)

Riders turn out in style for Knockagh View's pre-season show

Scarlet Knox with Patrick who won both the 90cm and 1m classes. (Pic: Ecclesville/Jennifer Leonard)

Double wins for Emma and Scarlett as showjumping league concludes at Ecclesville

Members and non-members are very welcome. (Pic: stock image)

Strule Valley Riding Club to hold annual working hunter competition

Sean Keane, Teagasc, David Colbourne, Teagasc, Damien Griffin, Lissyegan Stables, Richard Sheane, Cooley Farm, Commandant Geoff Curran, Army Equitation School and Wendy Conlon, Teagasc. Picture: Submitted

Equine demonstration event at Emerald Equestrian Centre, Co Kildare