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In a recent survey conducted by mental health charity Riders Minds, released in conjunction with Mental Health Awareness Week, 12-18 May, 93.3% of respondents said that they have experienced kindness in the equestrian community and 98.1% stating they have carried out an act of kindness for someone else.

Father-daughter duo Greg and Millie Dickens recently competed at the Petplan Area Festival Championships. As we celebrate Be Kind Month, read Greg and Millie’s story showing the power of family in sport.

British riders who recently competed on mainland Europe showed promising results at Aalborg CDI, Mannheim CDI and Las Cadenas CDI, with a mix of podium placings and valuable experience gained across the U25 and Children on Horses ranks.

The world of para dressage has lost one of its leading pioneers as the passing of Anne Dunham OBE was announced on Sunday, 11 May 2025, aged 76. In a career which spanned 23 years, five Paralympic Games and 32 championship medals, Anne was a trailblazer, tireless campaigner for her sport, fierce competitor and inspirational mentor.

Burnout is something that can impact anyone. As part of BD Be Kind Month, we're sharing some fascinating research and advice by BD member Megan Lane; read part one below, where Megan tells us what burnout is and how we can identify the commonly experienced condition.

British youth riders displayed top riding at Addington CDI (2–5 May 2025), setting the scene for the season ahead at the first domestic international fixture of the year.

Whether we recognise we’re struggling, or recognise someone else may be struggling, having a conversation might seem daunting, in any environment. Learn more about how to have courageous conversations, with some expert advice from Riders Minds.

The starters flag is raised for the 2025 Combined Training Championships, sponsored by Red Gorilla, which take place this weekend at Weston Lawns Equestrian Centre in the Midlands.

Carl Hester led the home contingent, making their mark across the CDI1*, CDI3* and Under 25 divisions at Addington Equestrian, as British riders enjoyed the first domestic CDI fixture of the year (2–5 May 2025).

Few riders breeze through their dressage career without encountering some bumps in the road. In this feature, we address the topic of 'losing your nerve'.