Bramham – That’s a Wrap
With Bob Cotton Bandit taking a big step at Bramham, Laura Birley and her mum, Jan, went with only two big hopes, the first that they'd get round safely and…
Bob Cotton Bandit – Start to Now…
It's time. It's taken two days of packing to get two lorries ready for the trip (Laura will head straight back to Ireland after the event, so two lorries, whilst…
Bandit – A Strong Cross Country Horse
As Bramham looms for Bob Cotton Bandit and Laura Birley, show jumping has been a particular focus in their preparations. If you were to look back at his BE record,…
Bandit – Learning to Stand Up
As Bramham is approaching, Laura has worked hard, over the years, to develop his balance. When he arrived as a 7 year old, with Laura's mum, Jan, he was clumsy,…
Heading to Bramham
All Equestrian is delighted to sponsor Bob Cotton Bandit, ridden by Laura Birley, at Bramham CCI4*-S in 2022. Laura grew up as a member of the Bramham Moor pony club,…
New Highway Code Rules – Protection for Horse Riders
Are you aware that the government is introducing a series of changes to the UK’s Highway Code, that drivers on our roads need to read up on? These changes are…
Should helmets be compulsory for trot ups / handling horses ?
We’ve all heard crazy examples of when health and safety has gone too far, first aid boxes not being re-stocked with plasters in case someone has a mild allergic reaction,…
Working on Straight Lines
BE Accredited trainer, Tracy Garside, works with Laura Birley, riding Bandit (Bob Cotton Bandit), on straight line exercises, as he comes back into work after his end-of-season break. Watch their…