Following confusion on social media, Horse & Hound has checked the rules on the use of indoor schools under the current Covid-19 lockdown restrictions as sporting bodies are urged to ensure everyone complies with the government’s current guidance....
Riders and equestrian centres are being urged to be aware they may not use indoor arenas under Covid-19 lockdown restrictions, despite some confusion.
Restrictions in England have relaxed, allowing sporting activities to resume outdoors, but the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) and British Equestrian (BEF) have confirmed that indoor arenas do not fall into this category.
An indoor arena is defined by the BEF as having a roof with sides or walls of any construction. An outdoor arena with a roof is permissible.
British Equestrian has provided further guidance today (21 May) following the announcement that riding centres, training facilities and venues could
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Since joining H&H in 2018, Becky has covered a broad range of equestrian news including welfare matters, veterinary studies, FEI Tribunal hearings and road safety campaigns. She has also interviewed top riders including Scott Brash, John Whitaker and Ian Stark, to name just a few. Becky’s reporting has taken her to Canada for Spruce Meadows and France for Pau five-star, as well as the Royal Highland and Blair Castle International Horse Trials closer to home. She was also a key part of the remote reporting team for the Tokyo Olympics and the Europeans.
