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Dorothy Paget: Eccentric Racehorse Owner of Hermits Wood Retreat Deep in the Buckinghamshire countryside, a reclusive heiress left an indelible mark on British horse racing. Dorothy Paget, one of the most celebrated and unconventional owners in the sport’s rich history, lived a life shrouded in mystery at her hidden Hermits Wood estate near Hambleden. Wealthy,…

Top Jockey Nico de Boinville Hospitalised After Shocking Race Fall Leading National Hunt rider suffers serious injury at Cartmel racecourse Champion jump jockey Nico de Boinville has been taken to hospital following a heavy fall during Monday’s meeting at Cartmel. The experienced horseman was unseated in a dramatic incident while riding Shinobi in a handicap…

British EBF Pledges £2 Million to Support UK Racing in 2025 A Significant Financial Boost for the Racing Industry The British European Breeders’ Fund (EBF) has announced a £2 million funding commitment to support British racing during 2025. This substantial investment reaffirms the British EBF’s ongoing dedication to the domestic racing and breeding industries, offering…

RMG and HBA Unite to Launch All-in-One Racing Hub Racecourse Media Group (RMG) and Horse & Country TV’s parent company, HBA Media, have joined forces to unveil a new, centralised platform that promises to revolutionise horse racing content delivery and fan engagement. The partnership aims to create a seamless, one-stop digital destination for enthusiasts, fans,…

Equine Welfare Efforts Highlighted at Grand National Festival 2024 Comprehensive Animal Welfare Measures Take Centre Stage at Aintree The 2024 Grand National Festival at Aintree has placed equine welfare at the heart of its operations, showcasing a series of innovative and robust safety measures designed to protect the wellbeing of racehorses throughout the three-day event….