Tag Archives: Horses

How to Choose the Right Turnout Rug for Your Horse

It is vital to keep your horse, warm, dry and clean and to do this effectively throughout the year you will almost certainly require more than one rug. A stable rug lacks a waterproof layer and so is not suitable for use outdoors. Turnout rugs are breathable, insulating and water resistant but should not be used in the stable as they could be damp from their time outside. Using your turnout rug in the stable will also mean that you will not have the opportunity to clean and dry it between uses. Continue reading →

Border Fine Arts

borders fine arts horse

If you love horses and would like to celebrate these magnificent creatures in your home then the work of Border Fine Arts is well worth considering. The company produce a range of high quality figures and scenes which are incredibly detailed and realistic and which are also very collectable. Horses and the hunt are two of the principle themes in the Border Fine Arts range and with price points from £7 to £1250 there is something in the range to suit all budgets. Continue reading →

Great Toys for Little Horse Lovers

Many little girls want a pony but that sort of extravagant gift is probably not an option as a birthday or Christmas present. If you need to find the perfect present for a little horse lover there are some great things on the market that won’t break the bank including several options from Gifts for Tweens, a company specialising in toys, games and creative gifts for young people aged 6 to 12. Continue reading →

Royal Ascot Week 2013

It’s Royal Ascot this week! I know I for one will be avoiding this lovely part of Berkshire over the duration of the event, as the popularity brings a large number of people to the area. That said, many do flock to Ascot for the races and it can be a very special event for those who do.

Royal Ascot Races

Photo at Royal Ascot races by Steve & Jemma Copley Via Flickr (CC BY-SA 2.0)

The event begins today, the 18th June and lasts through till Saturday the 22nd June. This particular event that Ascot host is steeped in history, with races taking place since 1711. Royal Ascot is marked by a series of high profile races and of course the Royal Processions.

One of the most notable races of the event is the ‘Prince of Wales Stakes’, this race occurs on Wednesday and you will note many recognisable names amongst past winners. Thursday is perhaps the most famous day of all amongst the Royal Meeting however. Thursday sees Ascot host the ‘Gold Cup Day’ or as it is more commonly called ‘Ladies’ Day’. This day sees a distraction from the horses somewhat with attention more firmly drawn towards fashion and the outfits and hats worn by some of the female racegoers. Thursday also sees a long 2 mile endurance race called the ‘Group 1 Gold Cup’.

Friday and Saturday include a number of other exciting races including none more so than The Diamond Jubilee Stakes on Saturday. This race is described by Ascot themselves as one of the most important and valuable sprint races, providing a wonderful climax to the Royal Meeting.

For many racegoers and organisers fashion and appropriate dress code is a priority for the duration of the event. Being steeped in history this Royal Meeting keeps to traditions by enforcing a strict dress code, details of which you can find on their website.

All in all a visit to Ascot during the Royal Ascot Meeting is well worth it. Even if horse racing isn’t really you’re thing you are sure to have a great time once you’re in the venue. There’s a great buzz about, with excitement and anticipation running deep. It truly is a special occasion and if you find yourself within some of the more exclusive zones you may find an extremely civilised fine dining set up including possible tea in beautiful decorative teacups

and luxurious laduree macaroons hidden amongst the fine dining options at Ascot.