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From the Horsebox
by Kate and Claire
Hosted in the horse box - Claire travels the countryside chatting to inspiring people about wildlife, farming and field sports - while you relax at home! Fed up with celebrity culture? Join me as I listen to the hidden stories behind the banjo-playing farrier and the recently retired racecourse executive, who ran two of Englands premier racecourses. So here we go ...... load the lorry, rev the engine and enjoy the ride! You can now send a text message from the show notes on the website. What would you have liked to ask?
Episodes
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Clare Mainwaring, at The Oteley Estate, Ellesmere, Shropshire.
Send a text I had such an enjoyable morning, chatting to Clare about how The Oteley Estate balances history and innovation on the edge of Ellesmere, Shropshire. Those saddleback pigs and piglets snuffling round the ancient walls in the sunshine were a joyful welcome as I arrived! (You will be...
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Jonathan Greatorex, fairness, food and making your voice heard.
Send a text Jonathan Greatorex is back in the horse box and this time we learn how he froze the assets of Lambeth Council no less, in what became known as 'The Salters Hill Scandal'. From anti bullying in the work place campaigns to running his own restaurant, Jonathan brings his own energy and…
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"Never Say Die", Nigel Burrows, rural undertaker talks about his business and his sporting life.
Send a text "Never Say Die" sounds like a James Bond 007 movie and, to be fair, it is a bit like that in my profession. Very full on and stressful at times, often shaken and stirred!" Calm under pressure and taking to the tractor on the farm to wind down, Nigel has a rich family history and a…
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A conversation with Jeremy Reed, retired huntsman of the Flint and Denbigh foxhounds.
Send a text One of Captain Ronnie Wallace's 'disciples', Jeremy is steeped in the etiquette and tradition at the heart of hunting, now trail hunting, from his time with the Exmoor Foxhounds. Expect some huntsman's wisdom, humour and straight talking from someone who was a dedicated professional,...
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Amberly Valentine, from The Rake magazine, looks at country life through the lens.
Send a text Amberly talks about her fashion and lifestyle photo shoots all over the world. She explains how she uses the media, to promote her documentaries about traditional cultures and heritage brands in the global magazine, The Rake. She has also done a film shoot with the Wynnstay Hounds…
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Richard Blackburn, former NFU County Chairman of Cheshire, takes you to the heart of the Farmers' March in London, 19th November.
Send a text There were plenty of flat caps at Crewe Station on Tuesday morning, 19th November as everyone from the Cheshire farming community trouped up to the capital to join the many thousands who wanted to make their voices count in opposition to the assault on family farms. Richard Blackburn,...
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Mary Williams, hunting in eagle country, Bayan-Olgii, Western Mongolia.
Send a text Mary Williams organises trips to Mongolia, eagle hunting, in aid of FIRE charity which funds healthcare in the country. It’s an exciting adventure for those lucky enough to go .. Mary’s CV in life adventures is astounding. Have a cosy listen, From the Horsebox! A rare glimpse into...
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Mark Hardcastle, Falconer to Sheik Ahmed bin Khalifa Al Maktoum at Shadwell Falcons UK.
Send a text "Intangible Cultural Heritage," falconry is as ancient as the History of Mankind. 'Mews' property, 'hoodwinking,' and 'haggard,' are all words with a rich cultural past. Mark and fellow falconers preserve and protect some magnificent birds of prey whilst giving them a role to live as...
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Tom and Alex Painter and the world of high-flying game.
Send a text Join two seasoned gamekeepers, Tom and Alex Painter, as we explore the world of high flying game. Though known as a gamekeeper, Tom has got a rock 'n' roll twist to his story in his younger days. Alex' deep understanding of the traditional and correct way of doing things, learned from...
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Karl Humphries MBE. Fly fishing master coach, with tales to tell about fishing all over the world.
Send a text "An extraordinary casting coach who teaches you how to fish rather than merely cast" is how one of his fellow fishermen describes him. As part of the charity 'Get Hooked on Fishing' enabling thousands to try fishing, he 'puts something back' in more ways than one. A keen naturalist…
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Sion Eilir Roberts Livestock Auctioneer, National Eisteddfod winning singer.
Send a text "Its only worth what someone is prepared to give" The live auction is still the best way to determine the right buyer and the right price. The popularity of platforms like eBay and T.V's "Bargain Hunt" indicate peoples' fascination with the 'art'. The auctioneer is the crucible for…
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Marcus Armytage, Grand National winning jockey, racing correspondent for The Daily Telegraph
Send a text Marcus has many personal anecdotes to draw on for his writing career, from his 20 years as an amateur jockey. Winning the Grand National with Mr. Frisk Competing in the Velka Pardubicka in the Czech Republic Racing in Russia in the early 90's Recently covering The Derby and Royal…
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Patrick Barker of Crichton Bespoke Tailors
Send a text The glorious world of country clothing seen through the eyes of Patrick Barker from Crichton Bespoke. He creates a 'Savile Row experience' in the North of England, through his shop in Chester, which incorporates 'The Disguisery' cocktail bar. From hunt coat repairs, shooting tweeds to...
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Nick Ryan, Thomond Gate Whiskey and Lost Barn Whiskey Coffee.
Send a text Artisan producers of Thomond Gate whisky and The Lost Barn coffee will get your taste buds going this month with their latest products. Nick Ryan tells a whisky galore of a story which puts us in touch with a great age of Irish whiskey production in Limerick. The Lost Barn whiskey...
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Caroline Robinson, record breaking jockey, farmer, point to point trainer, honorary chair of stewards panels under rules.-
Send a text Happy Easter everyone, with a third anniversary episode with Caroline Robinson (nee Beasley), who farms and trains a string of pointers at Sheriffhales in Shropshire, as well as acting as honorary chair of stewards panels under rules, holds two records that will never be broken. She…
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Hugo Owen, adventurer and co host of "A Dream and a Fear" and "On Hunting" podcasts.
Send a text Hugo Owen co hosts the "On Hunting" and "A Dream and a Fear" podcasts. Both have riveting guests and subject matter. With a title a quotation from Joseph Conrad's novella "Heart of Darkness," "A Dream and a Fear covers stories of unimaginable hardship and bravery in the Golden Age of...
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Jonathan Greatorex, civil rights campaigner, rural business leader, media figure, choral music conductor
Send a text Jonathan's dislike of bullying in any form could be a legacy of a teaching career or it could be that he has a gift for incisive debate, when dealing with the rules raining down from the Welsh Government in Cardiff. The Hand Hotel is a haven of comfort and good cheer at the heart of…
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Jay Reardon, Tales from Tipperary..our New Year Episode.
Send a text Happy New Year to you all and we hope you will enjoy listening to our first ever recording back in February 2021. Jay's stories of hounds, hunt balls and pony club games give a picture of rural life that we all love. We look forward to bringing you more interviews in 2024! Please…
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Brian Jones' Christmas Tractor Run 2023 in aid of The Welsh Air Ambulance and The Rainbow Centre at Penley.
Send a text "It brings out the best in people" said Brian, about the massive community fund raiser that he instigated. Discover how the event has grown, with a small and committed group of people, into one of the most exciting spectacles of Christmas. Dressed as the "head elf," he guides the...
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Peter Hall farms in Kent, where there are fruit, hops, oast houses and wine production..
Send a text Peter Hall is a third generation Weald of Kent farmer whose passion for growing things is in his blood, hops, top fruit, a full range of vegetables and much more. His interest in using the advantages of a scientific approach means that he harnesses the best technology can offer. He...
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Ed Walley and The Crocky Trail.
Send a text The Crocky Trail theme park in Cheshire is a paradise for children who want to run, jump and play in freedom. The name was inspired by Roald Dahl's poem, 'The Crocodile' "No animal is half as vile As Crocky-Wock, the crocodile. On Saturdays he likes to crunch Six juicy children for…
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Hook Norton Brewery's Head Coachman, Nick Carter.
Send a text 'From the Horsebox' becomes 'From the Brewers' Dray' this month as we record directly from the delivery round to some of the most idyllic village pubs on the edge of the Cotswolds. The home of Hook Norton Brewery. Nick Carter is a natural horseman and spokesman, and perfect in his...
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David Minton, legendary bloodstock agent for the jump racing world.
Send a text Winner of the Federation of Bloodstock Agents lifetime achievement award in 2019 which was a huge accolade from the industry, in recognition of a lifetime of association with top class horses. He has either bought or sold names such as Altior, Long Run and Sprinter Sacre as well as…
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Eilberg Dressage Masterclass organised by Synovium Supplements Ltd.
Send a text Enjoy listening to our episode with Michael Eilberg, team silver 2013 European Championships, Team Silver 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games, Vicky Hipkins UK Director of Synovium and Anouk Frieling Equine Nutritionist. We were invited by Synovium Supplements UK to their Open Day with…
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Hats and how to wear them with Rebecca Jones and Tom Hollins
Send a text Whether you are going to a wedding, riding horses or braving the elements there is a hat for everyone. We examine the art and history of hat making in both the fashion and equestrian world and find that there is plenty of overlap! Look good, feel good and listen well to our 35th...
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Episode 34 Eric Windsor OBE
Send a text It would be difficult to find a better qualified country character to fit our guest profile than Eric. If you' ve had experience of the politics of Pony Club, mounted games team selection, the local magistrates court or enjoyed point to pointing there is a story for you! Not many of…
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Episode 33 The Point to Point, a great day out.
Send a text What talented people we found behind the scenes of the running of a point to point! The natural selling skills of the young with their race cards, commentators who learn on the job, long serving success in the sponsorship department, the art of keeping control of jockeys at the start…
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Episode 32 Seth Adams, with entertaining stories from his farming life.
Send a text Seth's farm has had everything from rare breed longhorn cattle, sheep, a dairy herd and all kinds of poultry and guinea fowl. He has a rich sporting life to match his great knowledge of the countryside and its wildlife and listen out for the train story! Please follow our Facebook /...
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Episode 31 Sarah Evans' Watery Lane Produce..Veg Boxes..
Send a text A wonderful example of creative diversification on the farm in North Wales, Sarah Evans has created a veg. box business using her own talents and ability to network in the local community. Visit her website www.waterylane.co.uk We tried out some recipes... Dahl with Shredded...
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Episode 30 Campbell Thompson BVM&S MRCVS Cheshire Equine Vet.
Send a text Campbell now specialises in horses but over the years he has had to treat the full range of farm animals as well as the small animals including the exotics ...snakes and lizards! With strong memories of the troubles in Northern Ireland where he grew up, he escaped to The Royal Dick...
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Episode 29 Christmas Chris..unwrap our Christmas interview treat.
Send a text An irrepressible character - Chris Stockton - has, through his own skills and talent for horses and people, built a successful business and family life. 67 Point to Point winners and 3rd in The Foxhunter at Aintree. He has raced cars professionally worldwide, including Formula Ford...
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Episode 28 Autumn at Alderford with Rob Bebbington
Send a text Farmer's son and Nuffield Scholar, Rob Bebbington, runs Alderford Lake near Whitchurch, Shropshire, a bustling leisure venue with thousands of visitors. People love the rich, varied and hugely fun events they organise all year round .. Nightmare Island is fully booked this week for...
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Episode 27 Andrew Robson, gives us a window into the International world of top class bridge.
Send a text A bonus episode for you, Do you play bridge? Or is this mysterious world alien to you?! Andrew Robson has won so many of the top championships in the world and our country village has managed to engage him to teach some of his skills in aid of our much loved St Mary's Church in…
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Episode 26 An Interview with Gamekeeper, David Pooler, on the part shooting plays in rural Wales.
Send a text It was very special indeed to be taken to feed the deer in the park and to chat to David, about his work on The Rhug Estate in North Wales, where he is Head Keeper. On shoot days the job of ensuring clients' expectations are met, organising beaters, game carts, 'picker uppers,' and…
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Episode 25 The Clwyd Special Riding Centre
Send a text The transformational story of a run down hill farm to a centre producing the Paralympian medalist, Georgia Wilson. It has also provided riders with top placings at the RDA National Championships at Hartpury College in July 2022. How does it all work? How is it funded? You are about to...
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Episode 24 Kinvara Garner, building her career from a successful start on show ponies..
Send a text Creating an image of perfection for the show ring has been a winning way for Kinvara from a very early age and it was this professionalism which led her to be picked to play the part of Her Majesty for her 90th birthday celebrations at Windsor in 2016. However it does take a life of...
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Bonus Episode 23 Major Richard Waygood MBE, World Performance Manager for the British Eventing Team
Send a text Dickie got his love of horses, dogs and all that goes with it from his father, who was a gamekeeper. A "hedgekicker from the West Country" is how he describes his early beginnings at The Guards' Depot, which he also describes as a "working class finishing school". At Knightsbridge...
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Episode 22 The Platinum Jubilee
Send a text We hear from Mark Dollar, Robert Walker and Pete Hockenhull about the Household Cavalry's preparations for the trooping of the colour, the busy season of a top show producer and an insight Into thoroughbred breeding at Shade Oak Stud. Queen Elizabeth II is a rock for many traditions…
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Episode 21 Susan Thomas, when showing Shires you get your own lorry park...
Send a text Susan breeds, trains, shows, rides (including going trail hunting), the family's Shire horses. Their progeny have been sold all over the world and two went to The Queen to be Royal drum horses. Managing large animals has also given her the skills to be chairlady of the Young Farmers...
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Episode 20 Badminton Voltaire Design Grassroots Championship 2022
Send a text In this Bonus Episode, From the Horsebox motors to the heart of the Grassroots Championships to speak to William Bedell of Horse Weigh. He was asked to supply the weigh bridge for the horses but if any camels or zebras had qualified he could have weighed them too! Two of the…
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Episode 19 Oliver Greenall Racing
Send a text The racing yard at Stockton Hall is a very special place, it has all the benefits of purpose built facilities against a natural backdrop of 300 acres of farmland including the Wych Valley, providing a unique place to train horses. It wasn't just the warm sunshine when we drove in…
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Bonus Episode 18 Strictly Wynnstay
Send a text What was it like to be one of the dancers in this year's Strictly Wynnstay? Kate and Claire go behind the sequins to find out. Interviews before, on the night and after reveal the fun and the friendship that made it magical. A donation was made to the Ukraine Relief Fund. Please…
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Episode 17 Happy Birthday to From the Horsebox, our podcast on a podcast...
Send a text Join us as we celebrate 12 months as podcasters! Instead of questions for a guest, this month we do the talking and share the highs and lows of "From the Horsebox". Will it get through its MOT? Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and we would love to hear any...
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Episode 16 John Laird - fishy tales from a life at sea.
Send a text We chat to John Laird who brings us sumptuous seafood - about his time on The North Sea Oil Rigs and his early mornings at Fleetwood Fish Market. "Ocean Wave" delivers the finest seafood all over the North West of England straight from the dock to your door.…
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Episode 15 Jill Hutchinson-Smith.
Send a text As we drive off into 2022, we bring you a glimpse of country life from Jill Hutchinson-Smith, farmer, cheesemaker, conservationist and Nuffield Scholar. Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and we would love to hear any feedback on the text message system on...
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Episode 14 Christmas Special!
Send a text Before you put your feet up in front of the fire this Christmas it may be wise to listen to Bethan Richards, who entertains us with her stories of her chimney sweeping in rural West Wales. We have also persuaded some of our North Wales children of all age groups to say a few words or...
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Episode 13 John Clarke - "always 5 minutes early for parade".
Send a text John tells us why he swapped a successful accountancy practice for a farm - and galloping inflation for galloping horses. Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and we would love to hear any feedback on the text message system on each episode. What question…
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Episode12 Sue Owen, farmer's wife, teacher, archaeologist, buyer for Fortnum and Mason, but not keen on lorry driving!
Send a text An entertaining description of managing a busy life in the country. Sue gives us an insight into how she managed to adapt to helping on the farm after working in London. Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and we would love to hear any feedback on the text...
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Episode 11 The Wynnstay Gardening Competition 2021
Send a text Celebrating the inaugural Hunt Supporters' Gardening Competition. We chat to the organiser, judge and green- fingered winners. A mystery winning cocktail, cows on the lawn and a 9' 2" sunflower, contribute to "Gardeners' World" Wynnstay. Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages...
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Episode 10 Meet Dominic Curran, who can tell us what it is like to be a "top rider" on the Cresta Run as well as fishing in Russia and hunting with the Wesa Vale Bloodhounds in Germany.
Send a text Dominic Curran has enjoyed the full range of equestrian sports and can explain the conservation work which goes alongside them. Worth waiting for the story of Eric's Bar embellished with authentic Scottish commentary! Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hosted in the horse box - Claire travels the countryside chatting to inspiring people about wildlife, farming and field sports - while you relax at home! Fed up with celebrity culture? Join me as I listen to the hidden stories behind the banjo-playing farrier and the recently retired racecourse executive, who ran two of Englands premier racecourses. So here we go ...... load the lorry, rev the engine and enjoy the ride! You can now send a text message from the show notes on the website. What would you have liked to ask?
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Kate and Claire
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