Horse & Hound

Carry on competing

ESSENTIAL GUIDE

to the season 2023

WITH spring on the horizon, many equestrians are turning their thoughts to the competition season ahead – and how this might look this year. The cost-of-living crisis remains a major concern and for many this might mean making cut-backs and savings.

Whether you enjoy the occasional outing or you're a regular face on the circuit, we look at ways to make competing more wallet friendly – and find out what different memberships are on offer across the disciplines.

Alison Waller enjoys riding in British Dressage (BD) competitions with her 12-year-old gelding Little Bob and makes use of the BD club membership, costing £50 per year for her and Bob's registration.

“The club membership is really beneficial because this allows me to ride up to novice

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