We help British Eventing competing members, no matter what level they are competing at. Our case studies share inspiring stories of triumph over adversity and what we can achieve when we pull together to support those in need.
Their Stories
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Rhea’s story: Overcoming injury through specialist rehabilitation
Self-employed rider Rhea Macleod, who competes up to Intermediate/3*, suffered a serious accident while cross-country schooling in September 2023. The fall resulted in severe injuries, including breaks to both wrists…
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Alison’s story: Finding strength after a life-changing injury
Grassroots eventer Alison Glover’s life took a sudden and traumatic turn on the 15th of October 2023, when she was unexpectedly kicked in the face while checking her horses in…
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Louisa’s story: Rebuilding strength after a fractured tibial plateau
International event rider Louisa Lockwood suffered a serious injury while out hacking when another horse kicked her, fracturing her tibial plateau. Louisa was unable to bear weight for six weeks,…
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Harry’s story: Helping a rider recover from an elbow break and get back in the saddle
We support BE competing members if they are injured training or competing – even if they aren’t in the saddle. Self-employed professional rider Harry Horgan, competing up to 4*, suffered…
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Bubby’s story: A remarkable recovery from a life-threatening injury
British 5* event rider Bubby Upton faced one of the most challenging periods of her career after suffering a devastating fall in August 2023. The accident resulted in multiple fractures…
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Melissa’s story: Overcoming hidden injuries to return to competition
Four-star event rider Melissa Joannides literally walked away from a fall while cross-country schooling in April 2023 with just a sprained ankle. However, persistent pain and a total lack of…
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Tim’s story: Competing again against the odds
Professional event rider and BE coach Tim Cheffings was competing in the Seven-Year-Old World Championship at Le Lion in October 2023, when a simple fall in the cross-country phase left…
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Jo’s story: Overcoming a life-changing fall
Five-star event rider and British Eventing coach Jo Rimmer suffered a devastating rotational fall in March 2023 that resulted in multiple fractures and internal organ damage. Jo’s injuries included fractures…
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Sandra’s story: Returning to eventing after a badly broken collarbone
Amateur event rider Sandra Wharton competes at BE90 with her mare, Townsend Pink Champagne, affectionately known as Pinkie. But in November 2022, a training accident left Sandra with a badly…