Welcome to Western Horse UK
If you want calmer horses, clearer schooling, and better basics—without drilling or drama—you’re in the right place.
Western Horse UK is a practical, education-led publication for UK riders who love thoughtful horsemanship. We use western principles—clarity, purposeful patterns, rewarding the try, and self-carriage—in a way that works for any discipline.
Our mission
We’re here to:
Share expert tips and practical training you can use immediately
Highlight and grow the UK western riding community
Bridge British equestrian culture with the western way of riding
Keep things welcoming—whether you’re brand new or seriously experienced
Who this is for
UK riders with anxious, spooky, tense, nappy, or inconsistent horses
Riders who feel stuck and want a plan
Curious riders who like western ideas—even if you don’t ride in western tack
Anyone who wants training that’s kind, structured, and realistic
What you get when you subscribe (free)
Weekly Schooling Plan posts: simple, rideable sessions you can try straight away
Podcast posts (mostly free): key takeaways + one exercise to try this week
News and community updates: events, stories, and what’s happening in the UK scene
A supportive approach that prioritises calmness, confidence, and correct basics
What paid members get (the “print + ride” tools)
Paid membership is for riders who want the done-for-you version—not just ideas.
Full archive access (so you can binge the library and follow a learning path)
Monthly Purposeful Patterns Pack (PDF): arena-neutral diagrams you can print and ride
Printable session plans + troubleshooting guides (PDFs) for common challenges
Paid podcast extras: printable “Try This This Week” plans, transcript highlights, and bonus Q&A
A note on style
This isn’t about being “more western” for the sake of it. It’s about training that makes sense to the horse: clarity, consistency, and rewarding the try. Plus it’s fun!
Subscribe
Subscribe free for weekly schooling clarity.
Upgrade to paid when you want the printable plans and pattern packs.
For trainers and pros
If you’re a trainer, competitor, or experienced rider with something useful to share, I’d love to feature more expert voices.
Contributions can be:
A practical training piece
A case study (what you did, what changed)
An interview/podcast guest spot
Join the community
When you subscribe you can:
Connect with riders who share your passion
Join the conversation in the comments
Share your experiences and learn from others
Don’t miss the podcast
Talk Western to Me celebrates the western riding scene in the UK—real stories, practical tips, and conversations with great guests.
New episodes are shared here, with paid extras available for members.
