Elizabeth Breton, a great-grandmother from Cirencester, has been riding horses since she was two years old, totaling 98 years of experience. She grew up near Lincoln on a rural property with a stable yard and was competent at riding by the age of six. After a 30-year hiatus due to personal tragedies involving horses, she returned to the sport in her 70s and even competed in cross-country championships, winning a class at the age of 78.

Breton has no plans to stop riding, as she feels a strong connection with horses and believes it is in her DNA. She currently visits Cotswolds Riding at Jill Carenza Equestrian in Stanton twice a week for rides. Despite her age of 100, she still enjoys being on horseback and feels at home when riding. She credits her son for inviting her back to riding after the tragedies she faced with her horses.

Growing up in a time where horse riding was a significant part of social life, Breton recalls the importance of riding and hunting for social engagements. She believes that part of riding is falling off, and she has learned how to cope with falls over the years. Although she no longer competes, she continues to ride for pleasure and exercise, feeling that twice a week keeps her in good shape and connected to the community.