Latest Horsebox Podcast Episodes
Caroline Robinson, record breaking jockey, farmer, point to point trainer, honorary chair of stewards panels under rules.-
From the Horsebox - March 21, 2024 10:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHappy Easter everyone, with a third anniversary episode with Caroline Robinson (nee Beasley), who farms and trains a string of pointers at Sheriffhales in Shropshire, as well as acting as honorary chair of stewards panels under rules, holds two records that will never be broken. She was the firs...
Hugo Owen, adventurer and co host of "A Dream and a Fear" and "On Hunting" podcasts.
From the Horsebox - February 14, 2024 13:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHugo Owen co hosts the "On Hunting" and "A Dream and a Fear" podcasts. Both have riveting guests and subject matter. With a title a quotation from Joseph Conrad's novella "Heart of Darkness," "A Dream and a Fear covers stories of unimaginable hardship and bravery in the Golden Age of Antarctic ...
Jonathan Greatorex, civil rights campaigner, rural business leader, media figure, choral music conductor
From the Horsebox - January 25, 2024 14:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJonathan's dislike of bullying in any form could be a legacy of a teaching career or it could be that he has a gift for incisive debate, when dealing with the rules raining down from the Welsh Government in Cardiff. The Hand Hotel is a haven of comfort and good cheer at the heart of the rural co...
Jay Reardon, Tales from Tipperary..our New Year Episode.
From the Horsebox - December 31, 2023 19:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHappy New Year to you all and we hope you will enjoy listening to our first ever recording back in February 2021. Jay's stories of hounds, hunt balls and pony club games give a picture of rural life that we all love. We look forward to bringing you more interviews in 2024! Please follow our Fac...
Brian Jones' Christmas Tractor Run 2023 in aid of The Welsh Air Ambulance and The Rainbow Centre at Penley.
From the Horsebox - November 24, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating"It brings out the best in people" said Brian, about the massive community fund raiser that he instigated. Discover how the event has grown, with a small and committed group of people, into one of the most exciting spectacles of Christmas. Dressed as the "head elf," he guides the tractors, bot...
Peter Hall farms in Kent, where there are fruit, hops, oast houses and wine production..
From the Horsebox - October 20, 2023 09:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingPeter Hall is a third generation Weald of Kent farmer whose passion for growing things is in his blood, hops, top fruit, a full range of vegetables and much more. His interest in using the advantages of a scientific approach means that he harnesses the best technology can offer. He keeps well ah...
Ed Walley and The Crocky Trail.
From the Horsebox - September 24, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThe Crocky Trail theme park in Cheshire is a paradise for children who want to run, jump and play in freedom. The name was inspired by Roald Dahl's poem, 'The Crocodile' "No animal is half as vile As Crocky-Wock, the crocodile. On Saturdays he likes to crunch Six juicy children for his lunch.....
Hook Norton Brewery's Head Coachman, Nick Carter.
From the Horsebox - August 24, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating'From the Horsebox' becomes 'From the Brewers' Dray' this month as we record directly from the delivery round to some of the most idyllic village pubs on the edge of the Cotswolds. The home of Hook Norton Brewery. Nick Carter is a natural horseman and spokesman, and perfect in his descriptions o...
David Minton, legendary bloodstock agent for the jump racing world.
From the Horsebox - July 26, 2023 15:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWinner of the Federation of Bloodstock Agents lifetime achievement award in 2019 which was a huge accolade from the industry, in recognition of a lifetime of association with top class horses. He has either bought or sold names such as Altior, Long Run and Sprinter Sacre as well as the Grand Na...
Eilberg Dressage Masterclass organised by Synovium Supplements Ltd.
From the Horsebox - June 29, 2023 12:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingEnjoy listening to our episode with Michael Eilberg, team silver 2013 European Championships, Team Silver 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games, Vicky Hipkins UK Director of Synovium and Anouk Frieling Equine Nutritionist. We were invited by Synovium Supplements UK to their Open Day with the Eilberg d...
Hats and how to wear them with Rebecca Jones and Tom Hollins
From the Horsebox - May 30, 2023 18:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhether you are going to a wedding, riding horses or braving the elements there is a hat for everyone. We examine the art and history of hat making in both the fashion and equestrian world and find that there is plenty of overlap! Look good, feel good and listen well to our 35th episode. #rebecc...
Episode 34 Eric Windsor OBE
From the Horsebox - April 29, 2023 19:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIt would be difficult to find a better qualified country character to fit our guest profile than Eric. If you' ve had experience of the politics of Pony Club, mounted games team selection, the local magistrates court or enjoyed point to pointing there is a story for you! Not many of our guests c...
Episode 32 The Point to Point, a great day out.
From the Horsebox - March 22, 2023 17:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhat talented people we found behind the scenes of the running of a point to point! The natural selling skills of the young with their race cards, commentators who learn on the job, long serving success in the sponsorship department, the art of keeping control of jockeys at the start of the race...
Episode 33 The Point to Point, a great day out.
From the Horsebox - March 22, 2023 17:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhat talented people we found behind the scenes of the running of a point to point! The natural selling skills of the young with their race cards, commentators who learn on the job, long serving success in the sponsorship department, the art of keeping control of jockeys at the start of the race...
Episode 32 Seth Adams, with entertaining stories from his farming life.
From the Horsebox - February 22, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingSeth's farm has had everything from rare breed longhorn cattle, sheep, a dairy herd and all kinds of poultry and guinea fowl. He has a rich sporting life to match his great knowledge of the countryside and its wildlife and listen out for the train story! Please follow our Facebook / Instagram p...
Episode 31 Sarah Evans' Watery Lane Produce..Veg Boxes..
From the Horsebox - January 25, 2023 17:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingA wonderful example of creative diversification on the farm in North Wales, Sarah Evans has created a veg. box business using her own talents and ability to network in the local community. Visit her website www.waterylane.co.uk We tried out some recipes... Dahl with Shredded Greens/Cabbage/Sp...
Episode 30 Campbell Thompson BVM&S MRCVS Cheshire Equine Vet.
From the Horsebox - December 06, 2022 17:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingCampbell now specialises in horses but over the years he has had to treat the full range of farm animals as well as the small animals including the exotics ...snakes and lizards! With strong memories of the troubles in Northern Ireland where he grew up, he escaped to The Royal Dick School of V...
Episode 29 Christmas Chris..unwrap our Christmas interview treat.
From the Horsebox - November 11, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingAn irrepressible character - Chris Stockton - has, through his own skills and talent for horses and people, built a successful business and family life. 67 Point to Point winners and 3rd in The Foxhunter at Aintree. He has raced cars professionally worldwide, including Formula Ford Champion ...
Episode 28 Autumn at Alderford with Rob Bebbington
From the Horsebox - October 27, 2022 07:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingFarmer's son and Nuffield Scholar, Rob Bebbington, runs Alderford Lake near Whitchurch, Shropshire, a bustling leisure venue with thousands of visitors. People love the rich, varied and hugely fun events they organise all year round .. Nightmare Island is fully booked this week for Halloween! W...
Episode 27 Andrew Robson, gives us a window into the International world of top class bridge.
From the Horsebox - October 19, 2022 18:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingA bonus episode for you, Do you play bridge? Or is this mysterious world alien to you?! Andrew Robson has won so many of the top championships in the world and our country village has managed to engage him to teach some of his skills in aid of our much loved St Mary's Church in Overton on Dee. ...
Episode 26 An Interview with Gamekeeper, David Pooler, on the part shooting plays in rural Wales.
From the Horsebox - September 20, 2022 16:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIt was very special indeed to be taken to feed the deer in the park and to chat to David, about his work on The Rhug Estate in North Wales, where he is Head Keeper. On shoot days the job of ensuring clients' expectations are met, organising beaters, game carts, 'picker uppers,' and all their do...
Episode 25 The Clwyd Special Riding Centre
From the Horsebox - August 23, 2022 15:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThe transformational story of a run down hill farm to a centre producing the Paralympian medalist, Georgia Wilson. It has also provided riders with top placings at the RDA National Championships at Hartpury College in July 2022. How does it all work? How is it funded? You are about to hear fro...
Episode 25 The Clwyd Special Riding Centre
From the Horsebox - August 23, 2022 15:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThe transformational story of a run down hill farm to a centre producing the Paralympian medalist, Georgia Wilson. It has also provided riders with top placings at the RDA National Championships at Hartpury College in July 2022. How does it all work? How is it funded? You are about to hear fro...
Episode 24 Kinvara Garner, building her career from a successful start on show ponies..
From the Horsebox - August 01, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingCreating an image of perfection for the show ring has been a winning way for Kinvara from a very early age and it was this professionalism which led her to be picked to play the part of Her Majesty for her 90th birthday celebrations at Windsor in 2016. However it does take a life of dedication t...
Bonus Episode 23 Major Richard Waygood MBE, World Performance Manager for the British Eventing Team
From the Horsebox - July 13, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDickie got his love of horses, dogs and all that goes with it from his father, who was a gamekeeper. A "hedgekicker from the West Country" is how he describes his early beginnings at The Guards' Depot, which he also describes as a "working class finishing school". At Knightsbridge barracks he t...
Episode 22 The Platinum Jubilee
From the Horsebox - June 27, 2022 18:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWe hear from Mark Dollar, Robert Walker and Pete Hockenhull about the Household Cavalry's preparations for the trooping of the colour, the busy season of a top show producer and an insight Into thoroughbred breeding at Shade Oak Stud. Queen Elizabeth II is a rock for many traditions of British l...
Episode 22 The Platinum Jubilee
From the Horsebox - June 27, 2022 18:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWe hear from Mark Dollar, Robert Walker and Pete Hockenhull about the Household Cavalry's preparations for the trooping of the colour, the busy season of a top show producer and an insight Into thoroughbred breeding at Shade Oak Stud. Queen Elizabeth II is a rock for many traditions of British l...
Episode 21 Susan Thomas, when showing Shires you get your own lorry park...
From the Horsebox - May 31, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingSusan breeds, trains, shows, rides (including going trail hunting), the family's Shire horses. Their progeny have been sold all over the world and two went to The Queen to be Royal drum horses. Managing large animals has also given her the skills to be chairlady of the Young Farmers with a glor...
Episode 20 Badminton Voltaire Design Grassroots Championship 2022
From the Horsebox - May 17, 2022 06:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this Bonus Episode, From the Horsebox motors to the heart of the Grassroots Championships to speak to William Bedell of Horse Weigh. He was asked to supply the weigh bridge for the horses but if any camels or zebras had qualified he could have weighed them too! Two of the competitors spoke to...
Episode 20 Badminton Voltaire Design Grassroots Championship 2022
From the Horsebox - May 17, 2022 06:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this Bonus Episode, From the Horsebox motors to the heart of the Grassroots Championships to speak to William Bedell of Horse Weigh. He was asked to supply the weigh bridge for the horses but if any camels or zebras had qualified he could have weighed them too! Two of the competitors spoke to...
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