Welcome to the National Equine Forum
The National Equine Forum (NEF) is the only equine conference of its kind in the UK, free from any specific equine sector affiliation, bias or commercial influence.
Recognised in the horse world as an outstanding annual event this exceptional conference brings together influential members of the equine industry, experts and government to debate pertinent topical issues and discuss current research and innovation. It also provides a unique opportunity for networking with the leaders of the industry.
The 28th National Equine Forum was held on Thursday 5th March 2020 (#NEF20). Presentations from the live streaming can be accessed through the #NEF20 Replay button below.
NEF introduces Special Sir Colin Spedding Covid-19 Award and extends nomination deadline
Given the exceptional circumstances of 2020 and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic the National Equine Forum Organising Committee has changed the emphasis of the Sir Colin Spedding Award 2021 to celebrate those who have gone ‘above and beyond’ during a very difficult year. The deadline for nominations has been extended to 16 October 2020. “We have already received many nominations for individuals and organisations, as yet without accolade, who...
Nominations open for Sir Colin Spedding Award
Do you know an exceptional individual or organisation, as yet without accolade, within the equine sector? Nominations are now being invited for the National Equine Forum (NEF) Sir Colin Spedding Award 2021 and the organising committee is keen to hear if you have any shining stars on your radar. The Sir Colin Spedding Award was introduced in 2013 and has become one of the most respected annual awards within UK...
Global reach for National Equine Forum
The 28th National Equine Forum, held in London earlier this month, sparked animated interaction from around the globe. As well as attracting delegates from many of the UK’s leading equestrian organisations on the day, the event was livestreamed in 23 countries and generated unprecedented social media engagement. Leading names in the veterinary, charitable and equestrian sectors shared their knowledge and encouraged discussion to help the industry move forward in the...
Next Forum
The 29th National Equine Forum takes place on Thursday 4th March 2021 (#NEF21). Details will be released in the autumn of 2020.
The 28th National Equine Forum was held on Thursday 5th March 2020 (#NEF20). The live streaming replay can be accessed on our You Tube channel. Information can be found on our dedicated #NEF20 page, and in News.
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Sir Colin Spedding Award
The Sir Colin Spedding Award is presented annually to an exceptional unsung hero or heroine of the equestrian world. Any individual or organisation from any equestrian field in the UK is eligible, as long as their outstanding qualities have not been formally acknowledged elsewhere. Past winners can be found here.
Nominations for the next Sir Colin Spedding Award, renamed the Special Sir Colin Spedding Covid-19 Award for 2021, are now open. More information can be found here and here. The deadline for nominations is 12 noon (BST), Friday 16th October 2020.
