Mel Beale

Freelance writer

Mel Beale is a freelance writer, photographer, and content creator with a lifelong passion for horses. She holds a 1st class degree in Equine Sports Science from Nottingham Trent University and has built a diverse career both in the saddle and behind the scenes.

From managing a successful livery yard in the UK to working around the globe – including time as a horseback safari guide in South Africa and as a work rider in Japan – and writing for Your Horse magazine, she has built up a wealth of equine experience. 

Now based in the UK, Mel shares life with sport horse Romeo, whom she’s owned for over a decade, and former racehorse Alfie, whom she’s retraining. She’s passionate about equine welfare, behaviour and helping owners and riders to better understand and care for their horses. 

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