Leisure Archive
(April 2023)

17 April 2023

Leading riders head to Thoresby Park

Catch up on the action at the Eventing Spring Carnival. Although persistent and heavy rain hampered preparations, it didn’t dampen the BEDE Events team’s spirits. In true “show must go on” style, they went ahead with the event, albeit with the cancellation of some sections. The original CCI4*S entry featured Olympic, World and European champions Read more…

Shire horse show returns to Newark Showground

The National Shire Horse Show returned for a successful second event at Newark Showground – offering Shire enthusiasts the chance to compete and fans of the breed the opportunity for a fascinating day out. With around 200 entries, the annual show is the largest gathering of pedigree Shire horses in the world. Visitors came from Read more…

New Ford Puma ST Powershift

Ford introduces new Puma ST Powershift SUV with most powerful version of multi-award-winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine and seven-speed automatic transmission. Responsive, rewarding, fun-to-drive Ford Performance dynamics are now set to be enjoyed by even greater numbers of SUV customers as Ford reveals the new Puma ST Powershift 1 – introducing the most powerful version of Ford’s multi-award-winning Read more…

The new BMW X5 M Competition and the new BMW X6 M Competition

BMW M has extensively modified both models in key areas, further heightening the impact of its high-performance cars in the luxury Sports Activity Vehicle and Sports Activity Coupé segments. For the new BMW X5 M Competition and BMW X6 M Competition, 48V technology makes its debut in the brand’s high-performance models, joining forces with a Read more…

14 April 2023

Our deeper canine relationship

Matt Limb OBE looks at the deeper relationship we have with our dogs and hounds, how we preserve breeds for future generations and how to ensure good breeding of functional working dogs. Dogs are man’s best friend, I don’t think there is any question about that – from simply being good company when out for Read more…