Send us 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 hearing all about them). An estate, run by the same family for over 500 years, has quite a story to tell and Clare, rightly feels that people are 'hungry' for the story behind the brand. With Cl...

Send us 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 no nonsense approach to the conversation. Standing up for countryside issues is also so needed at the moment. Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and we would love to hear...

Send us 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 many a good trail hunting story, as well as some of the more light hearted moments, which can happen, at a Cheshire rural funeral! #cheshirehounds #heythrophounds #beauforthunt #groveandrufford #sou...

Send us 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, respected by both his peers and the huge network of country people surrounding him. A very special guest! Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and we would love to h...

Send us 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 which were featured in the October 2024 issue, with more to come. How does she see social media trends unfolding and how can she advise on presenting trail hunting to a wider audience? Her boo...

Send us a textThere 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, third generation family farmer talks to From the Horsebox.Plus two short interviews with fellow marchers, Ollie Skinner and Sarah Taylor, who were kind enough to let me record.https://youtu.be/Xq5qm...

Send us a textMary 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 something ancient and unique in global culture, an exploration of tradition, nature and adventure.The Kazakh people remain true to their traditions even though they face some of the same...

Send us 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 they should in the natural world.The following podcast from the BBC's World Service was fascinating background to Mark's story.https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl8Please follow our Facebook / Ins...

Send us a textJoin 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 his father and being a good shot- make him a trusted figure and much in demand in local shoots.Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and we would love to hear any feedback on ...

Send us 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, he encourages an holistic approach to managing all wildlife in the river's ecosystem. Altogether, someone who goes out of his way to promote his sport to everyone, fully deserving of his MBE.His w...

Send us 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 all this to take place and their skills make all the difference to trade. Our guest is the perfect example of someone with a passionate knowledge of the animals he is selling and the people i...

Send us a textMarcus 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 RepublicRacing in Russia in the early 90'sRecently covering The Derby and Royal Ascot he describes the influences on putting the articles together for The Daily Telegraph and how he has to react to events, such as the horses escaping from the Household Cavalry in Central London t...

Send us a textThe 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 an orange suit, this is the place for the individual. How do the red trousers fit in? and much more...Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and we would love to hea...

Send us a textArtisan 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 coffee will also give you a sensational 'time capsule' experience if you taste it, its extraordinary.#thomondgatewhiskey#thelostbarncoffeeroasters#wrekinwhiskysshrewsburyPlease follow o...

Send us a textHappy 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 was the first lady jockey to ride a winner at the Cheltenham Festival when she took the Foxhunters on her own Eliogarty in 1983, then the first to be successful over the Grand National course when sh...

Send us a textHugo 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 Antarctic Exploration to the Titanic disaster.Hugo gives us a nostalgic look at the bravery of the Great Explorers- but it is the modern world's challenges, which Hugo is taking on, as he ...

Send us a textJonathan'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 the rural community and I don't think "bugs" will ever be popular on the menu!Please follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and we would love to hear any feedback on the text message s...

Send us a textHappy 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 follow our Facebook / Instagram pages @fromthehorsebox and we would love to hear any feedback on the text message system on each episode.What question would you have liked to ask?

Send us 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 tractors, both vintage and modern, in synchronised flow through the villages!#Nightingale House #Hope House #therainbowfoundationpenley #welshairambulancePlease follow our Facebook / Instagram page...

Send us a textPeter 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 keeps well ahead of pests and diseases with the emphasis on working with Mother Nature and the environment. As he says, "Science and technology rather than muck and magic!"#The Felix Project Chari...