Ahead of the King George VI Chase at Kempton Park on Boxing Day, bookmaker Fitzdares takes a look back at the names – both human and equine – who have…
Hunting
Why the early starts are worth it for autumn hunting
Autumn hunting’s smaller fields provide the perfect chance to get close to hounds – if you can stand the early starts, says Camilla Swift
Sporting Diana Sarah Henderson on the magic of growing up on her father’s racing yard
Sarah Henderson, the daughter of six-times National Hunt champion trainer Nicky Henderson has riding and the countryside in her blood
How Red Rum launched sculptor Philip Blacker’s career
When sculptor Philip Blacker retired as a jockey, his involvement with racehorses was far from over, as he explains to Janet Menzies
Sporting Wagers: The St Leger
Bookmakers Fitzdares celebrates the oldest Classic race on the British racing calendar, taking a look back through the history books at its notable winners
Why the Irish hunter is the ultimate hunting horse
An enviable mix of breeding and attitude makes the Irish hunter the perfect companion for a day across the most challenging country, says Sarah Kate Byrne
Sporting Diana Lydia Cope: ‘I never want to leave a day’s hunting before the end’
A stalwart of the Pytchley and accomplished team chaser, Lydia Cope leads an equestrian life to the full – with nothing keeping her from the saddle
Sporting Wagers: The York Ebor Festival
Bookmaker Fitzdares looks back through the history books of this four-day race meeting held at York racecourse, to find out who has featured on the roll call of past winners
The Household Cavalry: perfect on parade after a strange year
There may not be the usual Trooping the Colour this year, but a new crop of horses is keeping the Household Cavalry as busy as ever, says Eleanor Doughty
What you need to know about hound puppy walking
There’s no better way to show commitment to your hunt than by puppy walking – and it’ll provide you with lasting memories, too