Today is the last episode in our month of travel - and what a month it has been. From the exhilarating Mongolian Derby, to travelling the world with Zara’s Planet and Pedens plus, we’ve been on safari too. We’ve been busy! But we’re not done yet. This week, we are looking closer to home to a venue that you can take your horse on holiday with you. 

Nestled deep into the South Downs with all its very beautiful hacking, is Westerlands Farm. It sounds quaint, doesn’t it? But what Westerlands have developed on their land is truly unique and the business has such a diverse offering, we just knew that you would be interested. It is a working farm with a commitment to biodiversity and regenerative farming, they offer farm stays in a mixture of accommodations, which we will talk about a bit later. They have a small trekking centre and an equestrian wellness division. There’s fitness classes, cycling, art, and foraging all on offer, along with a packed calendar of events. But, most importantly, your horse can go with you. Find out what taking your horse on holiday entails, and all that Westerlands offers.

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Ghengis Khan said: “It’s easy to conquer the world from the back of a horse”, before setting up a postal transmission system in 1224 that saw communications taken on horseback from the Mongolian capital to the Caspian sea. This method of communication continued right into the 1950s, and it is based on this route that a trip labelled as ‘The greatest equine adventure in the world’ is based on, and it is called the Mongolian Derby, and in this episode we will find out all about it. 

Journalist Camilla Swift has ridden most of her life, and has been lucky enough to ride at courses including Ascot, Aintree, Windsor, and over the Derby course at Epsom. But, perhaps the most exciting course to have ridden is that of the Mongol Derby, and in this episode Camilla shares her experience of riding 100km a day over mixed terrain in a race chosen by the horse, what it's like to stay with mongolians in yurts and what fermented mares milk really tastes like!

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Hakuna matata, dear listeners, we are going on safari in today's episode! For many of us the idea of a safari on horseback is a bucket list item. The idea of cantering alongside giraffes, or seeing the big five from the quiet of a horse is the stuff that dreams are made of, and our guests today bring that dream to life.

In 1998, today’s guest bought a farm in South Africa, with the intention of offering short rides around a local reserves. She and her partner quickly grew a reputation for excellent riding on well schooled horses, and their initial herd of seven horses grew to 33. Offering three different safari packages, the team has also grown and, today, telling us about life on a farm that focuses on offering horse back safaris is Gerti, the owner of Wait A Little safaris in South Africa, and Clare, the centre’s manager.

Close your eyes and travel with us... we can almost taste the sundowners!

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Last time, we met Jill and Zara from Zara’s planet, and we’ve spent the past week dreaming of sunshine, sangria and sparkling ponies. This week, we’re looking at the travel of horses themselves, and we don’t mean those just hopping across the channel. How do top competition horses arrive safely and ready to perform at international events, like the Olympics for example?

Our guest today is Henry Bullen from Pedens. Pedens transport horses of all value all over the world. We find out what first class, business and economy travel looks like for horses and the logistics behind it. Henry was a fascinating guest and we hope you enjoy the episode.

Tania answers more of your training questions and Katie has a gin taste test.

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It’s a known fact that January is the longest month of the year. It’s cold, it’s dark, it’s usually wet and we’re always broke. It’s no fun. Now, we could immerse ourselves in the gloom, but here at Poles, Piaffe and Prosecco HQ, we say no. We are refusing to succumb to the winter grizzles, and this month we are bringing the sunshine to you. It’s travel month on Poles, Piaffe and Prosecco!

Joining us in this episode are two ladies that specialise in chasing the blues away and when I say that’ve nailed the perfect career, they. Have. Nailed. It. They met as children in Scotland, where they were both under the tutelage of show producer, Jill Cousens. They grew up learning to ride together, and even spent a gap year grooming for show jumpers in Belgium. As life and corporate jobs took over, three things remained: their strong friendship, their love of horses and their love of travel. And the story doesn’t end there. As corporate roles lost their dazzle, a new business was borne - one that centres on those three important factors. Find out how Zara Stassin and Jill Dolan from leading equestrian travel company, Zara’s Planet, have made a career out of horses and travel, and listen to details of the amazing breaks they offer. You can almost feel the sunshine!

Tania talks about goal setting and spooky horses, and our drink is Champagne Tattinger.

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What a year it has been! From a humble tack room discussion to recording live on the live zone stage at the London International Horse Show, our pod has gone bonkers!

In our end of the year pod, we look back on what has been an incredible year bursting with phenomenal opportunities, and we bring you THE cocktail to end 2024. We chat with the lady who has arguably had the year of her life: the amazing Becky Moody, who is secretly our favourite. Find out all about Jagerbomb at home, and Becky’s plans for 2025. Plus, what exactly is it like to be licked by James Bond?

We wish all of our listeners a very Happy New Year; may it be filled with our three favourite things: Poles, Piaffe & Prosecco. Thank you so much for listening; we truly treasure your company. See you on the first Friday of 2025, when we begin Travel month. Prepare for take off…

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Wowzers, what a fabulous time we had recording the pod live at the London International Horse Show on the Live Zone stage! We loved talking with Robert Le Mieux about how he has turned tack rooms from a dreary sea of black and white to a multicoloured treat, and we very much enjoyed our visit from the Tack Room Distillery's owner Tim, who shared a fabulous gin with us. Answering your questions live was truly special, too.

While the sound is a little compromised, the training tips are not and we hope you enjoy this special episode.

Our thanks to the London International Horse Show for hosting us, and to Holland Cooper clothing for dressing us.

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It’s the third of four special episodes dedicated to the London International Horse Show at Excel, and who doesn’t love the sight of small furry ponies racing around the arena? The Shetland Pony Grand National is an institution in its own right, and delights audiences every year. In this episode, Katie and Tania chat to Sebastian Garner, the man behind the Shetland Pony Grand National, and ex-jockey Claudia Groves about how it shaped her journey with horses.

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As we try to jolly Tania into finding her Christmas spirit, we continue our month celebrating the institution that is the London International Horse Show.

In this episode, Katie and Tania are joined by Chief Showing Steward Nigel Hollings and amateur show rider, Olivia Lyall. Did you know that amateurs can also compete at the London International and ride at such a huge show? That’s goals right there! Find out how you could qualify and discover the ins and outs of showing at the London International.

Our drink of choice goes a bit wrong this week, but we recover with some top training tips from Tania and plenty of giggles.

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As the distant sounds of jingle bells and Mariah Carey come closer, we begin a month dedicated to the event that kicks off Christmas for equestrians everywhere: the London International Horse Show at Excel.

In today’s episode, Katie and Tania chat with Nick Brooks-Ward to find out the history of the show, from its beginnings at Olympia to its growth at Excel. Just how does the team take an exhibition hall and turn into an equestrian destination? Nick answers this question and shares some anecdotes involving camels… Do not miss this interview!

Tania brings more training tips and we catch up with Rocky.

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