Horse rider heads to Badminton Trials after vertebrae break

Eilidh counts herself lucky that her injuries weren't worse but admits her confidence did take a hit

An Aberdeenshire rider heading to one of the most prestigious horse trials in the UK says there was a point where she didn’t think she’d ever compete again.

Eventer Eilidh Herd broke her back over a year ago but has been training hard to regain her confidence and fitness for the Badminton Horse Trial.

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