Equine specialist, Harry Hall, is calling on residents from Lancashire to take part in its first ever Horse Census - a survey of horse owners and riders to provide an overarching view of how recent economic instability across the UK has impacted horse ownership and equestrian communities.

The inaugural Harry Hall Horse Census is targeting people from Lancashire as it has been revealed as a top 10 county, home to one of the largest split of horse owners in the UK. The equestrian specialist hopes to expose the everyday sacrifices equestrians are making in order to prioritise the care and welfare of their horses.

The findings of the census will be used to identify areas across the equestrian sector that need immediate improvement, with Harry Hall leading the charge on making the pastime more accessible and affordable than ever before, to help ensure that all horses and riders are safe and supported throughout their ownership or riding journeys.

Liz Hopper, Managing Director at Harry Hall, explains: “It’s imperative for businesses serving communities such as equestrians across the UK to understand how their customers are being impacted by the cost of living crisis, what industry matters are close to their heart and how horse riding and ownership trends are changing.

“We know from previous research that there’s a lack of data across the horse community and understanding how many uninsured riders are regularly taking to UK bridleways is just one example of how we can use the results for good.”

As a thank you for completing the survey, Harry Hall is offering a £10 e- voucher* to participants to spend at www.HarryHall.com Respondents must be over 18 years of age, a UK resident and be a current horse owner or rider.

The anonymised results from the surveys will be made public to “highlight any challenges and concerns that owners are facing”, and their potential impact on horse ownership.

To take part in the Horse Census, please visit: harryhallinsurance.com/horse-census/