Nuneaton and Bedworth Rural Area
Engagement Event for Farmers and Horse Owners – Monday 19th February
On Monday 19th February, between 6.30pm and 8pm, a ‘One Stop Shop’ engagement evening is being held by partner agencies for all farmers and horse owners to provide information, advice and an opportunity to chat about any issues at Fillongley Social Club, Ousterne Road, Fillongley, CV7 8EU. Those available to speak to include representatives from…
Read MoreSaddles and Horse Tack Stolen in Budbrooke – UPDATE
Crime Ref: 23/5978/24 – Update to descriptions Sometime between 13.00 hrs and 23.45 hrs on 6th February, unknown offender(s) forced entry to a vehicle parked near to Warwick Railway Station at Budbrooke and stole 3 x saddles, bridle parts, horse girths and saddle cloths. The saddles are very identifiable, 1 x Erreplus Essenza dressage saddle, 17”,…
Read MoreSaddles and Horse Tack Stolen in Budbrooke
Crime Ref: 23/5978/24 – UPDATE Sometime between 13.00 hrs and 23.45 hrs on 6th February, unknown offender(s) forced entry to a vehicle parked near to Warwick Railway Station at Budbrooke and stole 3 x saddles, bridle parts, horse girths and saddle cloths. The saddles are very identifiable, 1 x Erreplus Essenza dressage saddle, 17”, 34, black…
Read MoreWarwickshire Police Rural Crime Team Newsletter
Please find attached for your information the Warwickshire Police Rural Crime Team newsletter for January 2024: Newsletter January 2024 V2
Read MoreGreat Advice For Horses in Cold Weather
From the British Horse Society: Now the temperature is falling and ice is starting to form on water troughs and buckets it’s important to remember the vital role water plays in hydration and digestion. If your horse doesn’t have enough water it can affect how food passes along the gut, increasing the risk of impaction…
Read MoreWarwickshire Road Safety Partnership Recognised in National British Horse Society Awards
Great to hear that Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership have been awarded The British Horse Society Tarquin Trophy for excellent service by an organisation or business in the cause of equestrian safety. The Warwickshire Police Rural Crime Team coordinator was part of this team who helped make films and clips promoting the important message of passing…
Read MoreLarge Scale Fly Tipping in Corley
On 15th and possibly 16th October, on Square Lane and Breach Oak Lane, Corley, there was a large scale fly-tipping of cannabis farming waste materials. Yesterday, using external contractors to assist NWBC staff, all waste was removed. About six hours works in total to clear and make safe the area. If anyone has information relating…
Read MoreFireworks – Horses, Livestock and Pets
If you are planning to celebrate bonfire night with fireworks, please inform horse owners and farmers in your local area, so that they can make sure they can plan and prepare appropriately. Horses are flight animals and can become stressed by loud bangs and sudden flashes of lights in the sky Read more here about…
Read MoreAlert Re Tarmac Scammers
Warwickshire Trading Standards and Warwickshire Police have received reports that an aggressive rogue trader gang is operating in North Warwickshire and the Nuneaton area, targeting farms. The rogue traders, who may be falsely claiming to work for ‘Highways’ or ‘Traffic Management’ are making unexpected visits to farms and farm shops offering to tarmac farm roads/driveways etc. They…
Read MoreTrading Standards Information – Vet Attestation requirement from 13th December 2023
We have been asked by Warwickshire Trading Standards to pass on the following information to farmers, producers: Vet Attestation requirement from 13th December 2023. For livestock markets and producers This requirement will affect those using livestock markets for onward consignment to abattoirs/export and certain abattoirs in the UK. From 13th December 2023, to show compliance…
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