Staff help available opening times. Step-free access is available to both London Overground platforms via lifts from the footbridge. Does Blackhorse Road have step free access? Step Free Access Note: Step-free access is available to both London Overground platforms via lifts from the footbridge. There is no step-free access to/from Read more…
Horse eyes are among the largest of any land mammal, and are positioned on the sides of the head (that is, they are positioned laterally). This means horses have a range of vision of about 350°, with approximately 65° of this being binocular vision and the remaining 285° monocular vision. Read more…
* Originally called ‘Werdestrete’, Blackhorse Lane was a Saxon route from the communal lands of Higham Hill to the nearest mills, situated at Lea Bridge to the South. The name ‘Blackhorse’ is a corruption of ‘Black House’, a mansion that stood at the southern end of the road. Why is Read more…
Stand side on to the horse, facing caudally. Run your hand over the shoulder and down the caudal aspect of the leg. Continue down the leg with your hand cupped round the palmar aspect, over the tendons behind the cannon bone. Some horses will know to pick up the foot Read more…
Changing your vehicle at the end of your agreement is simple and easy. You can part exchange your vehicle, choose another vehicle, and authorise your dealer to settle your agreement on your behalf. If you do this, any new credit agreements are subject to status. How do I get out Read more…
Reining is a western riding competition for horses where the riders guide the horses through a precise pattern of circles, spins, and stops. All work is done at the lope and gallop; the fastest of the horse gaits. Follow us on : Facebook Youtube Twitter RSS Blog FAQ Video/Media What Read more…
Rules for Safely Handling Horses Wear sturdy hard-toed shoes or boots that will protect your feet if the horse or pony steps on them. Get the horse’s attention before approaching or touching and always approach the horse from the front. Be calm and quiet. Feed treats from buckets or tubs. Read more…
One of the most common reasons for a horse hollowing out is cringing away from a poorly-fitting saddle. Saddles can not only cause pain but muscle atrophy and nerve deadening. This is one of the first things that you should look at if your horse is becoming hollow backed. What Read more…
While shipping wraps/boots do protect your horses’ lower legs from trauma in the trailer, they are not always needed and can sometimes cause more negative effects. Some things to consider: What is the weather like? Hauling your horse on a hot day and applying shipping wraps may cause overheating issues. Read more…
Black Seminole leader John Horse was born in Florida circa 1812. A Seminole slave of African American, American Indian, and Spanish descent, he became a subchief during the Second Seminole War (1835–42) and participated in negotiations with the U.S. Army. Who is John Horse Why is he important? Born a Read more…