Over the past year, Ashby Nub News has covered a wide range of community events and local issues shaping Ashby. Highlights include charitable collaborations such as the Fabric Boutique teaming up with Bracrafts for breast cancer fundraising, dramatic rescues...
Ronnie, a young part-bred Hackney pony, was rescued in March from Cranford Park, London, in a severely emaciated state and suffering from equine flu and a weak immune system. Abandoned likely due to being too weak to work as...
Firefighters from the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) responded to an incident where a showjumping horse's leg became trapped inside a horsebox while being transported from the Netherlands to Berkshire. Working alongside the vehicle's driver and an...
At the FEI dressage World Cup Grand Prix held during Jumping Mechelen 2025, Belgian rider Larissa Pauluis and her horse Flambeau delivered a standout performance, winning the event with a score of 73.91%. Their strong partnership and harmony impressed...
Horse welfare charities faced significant financial challenges throughout 2025, driven by rising costs in hay, veterinary care, and general upkeep amid a cost-of-living crisis impacting horse owners. World Horse Welfare, Blue Cross, Redwings, and the RSPCA all reported increased...
As Thoroughbred racing enters 2026, industry leaders emphasize the need to address declining field sizes by learning from past challenges and implementing strategic changes. Hall of Fame trainer Mark Casse highlights the impact of stricter medication rules and advocates...
