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The Not-So-Secret Diary of Diva the Shetland Pony – Build Quality
- 3rd March, 2025
By far the most common horsebox used by non-professionals is the 3.5-tonne, either van or coach built.
Emma’s blog – The breakdown
- 3rd March, 2025
As equestrians, I think we can all agree that breaking down with our horses on board is one of our worst nightmares. So my heart sank when I heard my friend, Emma, say that this had happened to her.
The Not-So-Secret Diary of Diva the Shetland Pony – Staying Overnight
- 3rd March, 2025
When showing our Shetland ponies Diva (Melland Queen of Scots) and Jackson (Melland Jackson Jive), we stay overnight at a couple of big shows each season.
Lancaster Insurance Pride of Ownership Spring Finalists Revealed Ahead of NEC Restoration Show
- 3rd March, 2025
The twenty finalists that will be competing for this year’s Spring final of the Lancaster Insurance Pride of Ownership competition can now be revealed, and with an amazing selection of cars choosing the winner will be harder than ever.
Get your classic ready for the spring and summer
- 28th February, 2025
Classic car maintenance is something every enthusiast should be familiar with, and it plays a crucial role in how quickly you can recommission your car for the spring and summer months.
Benefits of Multi Car Insurance with Lancaster
- 7th February, 2025
Owning multiple cars is a dream for many car enthusiasts. However, managing insurance for each of these prized possessions can be confusing and time consuming.
On the lookout for new wheels?
- 5th February, 2025
Get ready for the ultimate experience at this year's Classic Car Auctions by Iconic Auctioneers! This is the sale you've been waiting for, showcasing an incredible array of classic and collector cars, along with fascinating automobilia and much more!
Introducing our January Bright Young Spark - Arthur Atkinson
- 5th February, 2025
What first fuelled my passion for classic cars, was undoubtedly my grandmother. From an early age she would gift me model ‘Hot Wheels’ for me to play with- I was quite the imaginative child.
Meet the Colt Car Club by Guest Writer Andrew Roberts
- 5th February, 2025
One of the many highlights of last year’s Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show was the inaugural display of the Colt Car Club.
Meet the Owner – Steve Cokayne and his 2000 Escort 55D 1.8 Diesel Van
- 5th February, 2025
To begin, a little history of the MK6 Ford Escort… The sixth generation Ford Escort was introduced in January 1995. Based on the Mk5, which had been introduced in March 1992, the Mk6 had new front lights, bonnet, front wings, front and rear bumpers, wing mirrors, door handles and various restyled radiator grilles.
Meet the Car Club – The Morris Register and The Young Driver Initiative
- 5th February, 2025
The Morris Register young driver initiative gives young drivers the opportunity to drive a charming 1939 Morris Eight Tourer. The National committee of the Morris Register started the scheme in March 2018 with the aim to engage younger enthusiasts with pre-war vehicles.
Meet the YouTuber – Matt from Furious Driving
- 5th February, 2025
When I registered a YouTube channel name and website a decade ago I didn’t really have a plan, just some ideas and a name - taken from then new Top Gear when Jeremy Clarkson declared the only driving offence on the Isle of Man was ‘Furious Driving’.
Emma’s blog – A trip to Addington Equestrian
- 5th February, 2025
A rainy trip to Addington Equestrian, with a sprinkle of horsebox drama.
The Not-So-Secret Diary of Diva the Shetland Pony – Layout of the Horse Area
- 30th January, 2025
Horseboxes with a payload of 7.5 tonnes or above are usually designed so that the horses travel herringbone in the horse area with the partitions sideward.
