Winter mornings with horses are no joke, especially when the UK gets hit with a proper cold snap! ❄️ With temperatures dropping to a frosty -9°C, I take you through my full morning routine with my 10 horses. From feeding, changing rugs, turning them out, and mucking out, you'll see all the ins and outs of what it takes to keep the horses happy, healthy, and avoiding any winter ailments.
Thankfully, I’ve got Hobs (aka Hobbit) and King Kenny on hand to help, and as always, there are plenty of laughs to keep us going through the freezing temperatures. 🐴🥶
I hope you enjoy this honest look at winter life on the yard—don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes equestrian life. Let me know in the comments how you’re managing your horses in this weather! 🌟
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Kicking Off the Year with a Q&A – Plans, Horses & Mental Health
January is here, and let’s be real… it’s not the easiest month for horsey life in the UK. The weather’s grim, plans are already being canceled, and the motivation is a little harder to find! So, I thought the perfect way to start the year would be to sit down with you all for a chatty Q&A to catch our breath after the madness of Vlogmas.
This video covers everything from plans for the horses (who’s staying, who might be going, and whether there’s room for any new arrivals 👀), to some deeper topics like mental health and how I’m approaching 2025. It’s a relaxed, open conversation, so grab a cuppa, settle in, and let’s start the year with a good catch-up.
Thank you so much for all your support in 2024, and here’s to making 2025 amazing – even if it’s already off to a soggy, cold start! Don’t forget to leave your questions or thoughts in the comments, and let me know your horsey plans for the year ahead.
Videos You Might Enjoy:
This Was Huge For Me, Come BTS!
https://youtu.be/4SymvNyy9N4
Behind-the-scenes of a major milestone—my first live commentary at a big event with Simon Grieve and Lucinda Green guiding me through!
SAVAGE COACH Meets 'CRAZY' PONY
https://youtu.be/1vdSd29E1wg
Watch my dressage instructor, Rich, as he meets Bear after her 3-year break. Can Rich’s brutal honesty handle our favorite pony?
Simon Plays Chase Me Charlie on Wilma 👀
https://youtu.be/7539YL2KbMY
Dive into pony camp with Simon Grieve and me as we challenge Wilma in a thrilling Chase Me Charlie competition!
VALI WAS RUSHED TO HOSPITAL
https://youtu.be/AzugPygqtBQ
A tough week as our foal Vali had a health scare. Get the full update on his condition and the support we received.
THE DAY IT ALL CAME CRASHING DOWN
https://youtu.be/2r2D2tf8fGg
Experience the highs and lows of eventing with Jammy at Ascott Under Wychwood, including the challenges we faced.
One of My MOST SPECIAL Days Eventing!
https://youtu.be/nLkpxQYqanE
Join me as I take Winnie to her second 80cm event and achieve a sentimental victory—my first win on a homebred horse!
Ultimate CHASE ME CHARLIE ~ Jam VS Winnie
https://youtu.be/BapE4DIFojc
The long-awaited showdown between Jam and Winnie in the ultimate Chase Me Charlie challenge!
BADMINTON (Part 2) Showjumping & Cross Country
https://youtu.be/3543PiFpzR4
Relive the excitement as I tackle the jumping phases at Badminton Grassroots—my first time at 100 and Jam's impressive performance.
MEET MY NEW HORSE (The big reveal)
https://youtu.be/NaWA6He2Pdw
Get the first look at my new horse and join the excitement of the big reveal!
DECISION TIME IN IRELAND 🇮🇪
https://youtu.be/789EbhMxiK8
Follow along as I make crucial decisions during my horse shopping trip in Ireland.
THE MOST HORSES WE TRIED IN A DAY (Part 3)
https://youtu.be/zDHAd0xN5lA
Experience the excitement and challenges of trying multiple horses in one day.
IRISH HORSE SHOPPING TRIP CONTINUED
https://youtu.be/E8FpPv1nYkI
Join me for more of our Irish horse shopping adventure.
BUYING HORSES IN IRELAND (Part 1)
https://youtu.be/FgqcCwagHkA
The beginning of our journey buying horses in Ireland—what you need to know!
SHOWJUMPING AFTER A FALL ~ Bicton 3 Day Event (Part 3)
https://youtu.be/AEXr6MLLZiY
Watch as I have to showjump on the final day after a fall at Bicton 3 Day Event.
BEAR'S FOAL REVEAL ~ We’ve Waited 2 Years for This…
https://youtu.be/HsTdDpO78Kg
The long-awaited reveal of Bear’s foal—see the adorable new addition!
RIDING 2 HORSES AT BADMINTON GRASSROOTS (Jumping Day)
https://youtu.be/hrOCskl2wgE
Catch all the action as I ride two horses at Badminton Grassroots on jumping day.
I HAVE MY WORST EVER HORSE FALL ~ Bicton 3 Day Event (Part 2)
https://youtu.be/llm5oaJvr3U
Watch my most challenging fall at Bicton 3 Day Event and how I dealt with it.
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