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Don`t miss out on your chance to join us at the BETA Bitting, Bridles & Saddlery Conference on 28th & 29th October 2025!

🐦Our Early Bird discount ends on 31st August,
so you need to book your tickets ASAP! As a BETA member, you also get an exclusive 15% discount –
Contact BETA office for details.

What`s On the List?

Day 1: Making Equitation a BIT Better – with a focus on bitting and bridles

Day 2: Helping Equitation to SIT Better – with a focus on saddles and accessories

Plus, you`ll hear from equestrian legends like Olympic rider Richard Davison and biomechanics guru Dr. Hilary Clayton!

Conference Dinner: Join us for a special dinner on the evening of the 28th, with a private audience with Richard Davison!

Hotel Discounts: Get 15% off at the two conference hotels using code BETA2025. o Burleigh Court Hotel
o The Link Hotel

Book your tickets and the dinner via Eventbrite: www.bit.ly/4jdxI0u

Check out the full programme here: www.beta-uk.org/conferences/

Both links in our bio >>>

#BETA #EquestrianConference #Saddlery #BitsAndBridles #EquineWelfare #MemberDiscount

☀As part of BETA `Summer of Safety` campaign, Claire Shand from @westgatelabs recently joined us on BETA Live, where she highlighted the incredible benefits of a smarter approach to worming.

As she explained, understanding your horse`s individual needs through regular worm egg counts and tests isn’t just good practice—it`s essential for their long-term health. Don`t forget, we have an exciting social media competition running with fantastic prizes from Westgate Labs! Make sure you’re following all our channels to find out how you can enter.

🎯🐴 Targeted parasite control is great news for horse health. By using regular worm egg counts and tests we support our horses by:

💊 Avoiding unnecessary treatments - this slows down the development of resistance, preserving our medications for when we really need them.
🦠Wormers are essentially poisons and which means they can upset the good gut bacteria as well as tackling parasites. Using fewer of them means a healthier microbiome, helping to support gut health.
🩺 Regularly monitoring parasite levels helps us to keep worms in check, boosting overall health for better condition and performance.

The BETA `Summer of Safety` campaign is covering Rider, Tack, Yard, Feed Room, Horse Health, and Road Safety all summer long! Follow us for expert tips, engaging content, and awesome prizes to help you stay safe.

#BETA #SummerOfSafety #BSOS2025 #HorseHealth #ParasiteControl #WestgateLabs #EquestrianLife #Competition

We are delighted to announce the finalists for the prestigious BETA Export Award, proudly sponsored by GBH Exhibition Forwarding!

These four companies have demonstrated incredible success in expanding their reach and flying the flag for British equestrian innovation around the world:
@blissoflondon
@equilibriumprod
@science_supplements_uk
@hiltonherbs_uk

Congratulations!

Join us to celebrate their success and find out who will be taking home the top prize at the highly anticipated BETA Gala Dinner at The Hilton Metropole Hotel, Birmingham, on Sunday, September 28th.

Don`t miss out on this fantastic evening! Secure your tickets here: https://forms.gle/pTHEDadbyGFXZqT47

Good luck to all our finalists!
#BETAAwards2025 #ExportAward #EquestrianBusiness #GlobalExcellence

Protect your investment: proper leather care extends your saddle`s life dramatically
As part of BETA Summer of Safety, we`ve partnered with @batessaddles to share essential leather care knowledge that every rider should know. Prevention really is the best cure for leather – regular maintenance will significantly extend your saddle`s lifespan and performance.

Start by assessing your leather`s condition. Look for signs of dryness like fading colour, stiffness, or damaged surface grain. Depending on what you find, you might need regular light care, intensive overnight repair, or a full restoration programme.

For regular maintenance, clean with glycerine saddle soap and a damp cloth, then apply wax-based balsam using circular motions. For severely dry leather, apply balsam liberally and leave overnight before buffing away excess.

The difference proper care makes is remarkable – saddles with regular balsam treatment can withstand 125 000+ rubs compared to just 50 000 without protection. Remember to pay extra attention to high-wear areas like stirrup leather contact points.

Store your saddle in a dry, ventilated space with proper support to prevent uneven pressure. Click the link for a complete leather care guide. https://batessaddles.com /pages/caring-for-the-leather-in-your-saddle

BETA `Summer of Safety` campaign is covering all aspects of equestrian life, including Rider, Tack, Yard, Feed Room, Horse Health, and Road Safety all summer long! Make sure to follow BETA for more expert tips, engaging content, and awesome prizes

#BETA #SummerOfSafety #BSOS2025 #EquestrianSafety #RiderSafety #HorseHealth #EquestrianLife #SafetyFirst

Looking to learn more about air jackets and how they can enhance your safety? 🛡️

You can find a comprehensive guide to air jackets in the latest September issue of @horseandrideruk magazine! This essential article is a fantastic resource for any rider considering an air jacket or wanting to better understand this vital piece of safety equipment.
Check it out in the September 2025 issue:

http://bit.ly/3UjuZsC

#BETA #EquestrianSafety #RiderSafety #AirJacket #HorseRiding #SafetyGear #HorseAndRider