The Equestrian Directory - Top 10 Links in London

Hyde Park Stables

Rotten Row, in London's Hyde Park, has been the most famous equestrian venue in England for 300 years. Hyde Park Stables offer horse riding in central London and riding lessons all year round on Horses and Ponies chosen for their safe temperament. There are five miles of bridleways for riding in London's Hyde Park beside the Serpentine Lake, in the most beautiful setting for horse riding in a Capital City anywhere in the world. There are also two outdoor riding arenas, for more formal riding lessons and dressage

British Horseracing Authority (BHA)

As the governing and regulatory body for the sport, the British Horseracing Authority�s responsibilities are wide-ranging. They include: * Compilation of the Fixture List * Setting and enforcing the rules and orders of racing. * Race Planning, including the supervision of race programmes and the employment of Handicappers * Licensing and registering racing participants - jockeys, trainers, horses, owners and stable staff. * Strategic planning and policy for Racing * Setting and enforcing standards of veterinary and medical care. * Protecting the integrity of the sport on and off the racecourse. * Setting and enforcing common standards for British racecourses * The conduct of a day�s racing * Central promotion of Racing * Encouraging and fostering the breeding of bloodstock * Developing and maintaining programmes of training and education * Representing Racing in dealings with Government * Liaison with the Betting Industry * Representing British Racing abroad, which includes membership of the Executive Council of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities

Windsor Park Equestrian Club

The Windsor Park Equestrian Club is situated among the 5,000 acres of the Windsor Great Park which in turn is part of the 14,000 acre Windsor Estate spanning two counties, Surrey and Berkshire.

Show Jumping and Dressage members arrive through the Berkshire entrance whilst Carriage Driving members drive through Surrey to enter the park.

The aims of the Club are for the enjoyment of equestrian sport, whatever the discipline, and to encourage sportsmanship and fairplay. To provide excellent conditions at an affordable cost to enable all levels to compete.

Show Jumping - Three show jumping arenas, with lorry parking plus car parking at the ringside, on Smith's Lawn. Competitions run under BSJA Rules. Juniors, Intro, Progressive, Advanced, Amateur, Unaffiliated Including Scope Qualifiers and Junior Discovery Second Rounds.

Dressage - Up to five arenas, with lorry parking and car parking at the ringside, on Smith's Lawn. Unaffiliated competitions run under the guidance of BD Rules. BD Tests: Preliminary * Novice * Elementary * Medium. BE Tests with jumping

Carriage Driving - Competitions are run under BHDTA national rules and cater for Novice, Intermediate, Open & Advanced single classes as well as Pairs, Tandem and Teams of four ponies and horses. Competitors are able to participate in Dressage, Cones and Marathon, including Obstacles etc. individually or combined on and around the Cannon Ground. Parking for lorries, trailers & cars is near the Cannon Ground. We also offer a pleasure drive on marathon days, this follows the marathon course but excludes the obstacles.

Mote End Farm Livery Stables

Mote End Farm Livery Stables - "This is a prestigious establishment that was immaculate" was one of the comments from the British Horse Society inspector after his unannounced visit. He went on to say "high standards of horse husbandry were apparent in all areas" during his visit he looked at all areas of the yard including DIY stable boxes, riding schools and welfare facilities.

Mote End Farm Livery Stables, Nan Clarks Lane, Mill Hill, London. Tel: 020 8959 1345

British Paralympics Association

The British Paralympic Association (BPA) is a registered charity which is responsible for selecting, preparing, entering, funding and managing Britain' s teams at the Paralympic Games and Paralympic Winter Games. The invitation to participate in the Paralympic Games is to the BPA as the National Paralympic Committee for Great Britain.

British Veterinary Association

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) are the national representative body for the veterinary profession and we help our members fulfil their professional roles. As a BVA member, you benefit from of being part of a national association, with tangible services and benefits to help you save money and give you access to a range of highly regarded publications. If you�re not already a member, don�t miss out, join today.

The Brooke

The Brooke is a charity helping working horses, donkeys and mules in the world's poorest communities through free veterinary treatment and community animal health programmes.

Countryside Alliance

The Countryside Alliance works for everyone who loves the countryside and the rural way of life. Through campaigning, lobbying, publicity and education the Alliance influences legislation and public policy that impacts on the countryside, rural people and their activities, Free insurance with your membership for a wide range of country pursuits.

The Countryside Alliance, The Old Town Hall, 367 Kennington Road, London, SE11 4PT
Telephone: 020 7840 9200

The Racehorse Owners Association

With more than 7,500 members, the Racehorse Owners Association promotes and protects the interests of racehorse owners in Britain. ROA Council members serve an important function on many of racing's boards and committees including the BHA Board.

The Worshipful Company of Saddlers

The Worshipful Company of Saddlers is one of the very oldest of the City of London Livery companies. The earliest surviving records of a Guild of Saddlers in London date from circa 1160 AD, although the guild could well pre-date that. The Saddlers Hall itself is a magnificently appointed building furnished with historic treasures. When not in use for Company matters, the public rooms are available for private and business hire