NEF pays tribute to Prof R H Graham Suggett OBE

By National Equine Forum22nd November 202322nd November 2023 National Equine Forum

Joint founder of the National Equine Forum (NEF), Prof R. H. Graham Suggett OBE sadly passed away on Tuesday 7th November 2023, following a long illness. Graham founded the National Equine Forum, together with the late Prof Sir Colin Spedding OBE and the late Mr Arthur George MBE. The three met in 1991 at the…

National Equine Forum photography competition winner announced

By National Equine Forum2nd November 20232nd November 2023 Cover Image Competition, NEF24

The National Equine Forum (NEF) has announced the winner of its annual photography competition; Lorna Elliot’s captivating headshot of her Fell pony Greenholme Grey Bobby II will feature on the programme cover for the 32nd National Equine Forum, which takes place on Thursday 7th March 2024 (#NEF24), as well as in other #NEF24 contexts. Talented…

Cover star needed for #NEF24 programme

By National Equine Forum8th August 20232nd November 2023 Cover Image Competition, National Equine Forum, NEF24

If you are an aspiring equine photographer, now’s the time to reveal your talent; the National Equine Forum (NEF) is running a special competition to find a cover star for the NEF 2024 programme. All amateur photographers are eligible to enter, by submitting a picture of their own horse, pony, donkey or mule, or one…

Do you know someone who deserves to win the NEF Sir Colin Spedding Award?

By National Equine Forum6th July 20236th July 2023 National Equine Forum, NEF24, Sir Colin Spedding Award

If you know of an exceptional individual or organisation working within the equestrian sector who deserves recognition for their endeavour, the National Equine Forum (NEF) would like to hear from you. Nominations are now being received for the Sir Colin Spedding Award 2024 to champion the cause of those who strive to make difference in…

National Equine Forum delivers an educational and emotional 31^st event

By National Equine Forum14th March 202314th March 2023 National Equine Forum, NEF23

The National Equine Forum (NEF) took delegates on an educational and emotional journey of discovery at their annual event earlier this month. Themes included the Defra perspective, Equine ID, and the public acceptance of equestrianism. The latest data on the sector, the sustainability of riding schools, current equine health risks and working with paraprofessionals were…

Charlotte Thornycroft wins NEF Award and receives standing ovation

By National Equine Forum6th March 20236th March 2023 Memorial Lecture, National Equine Forum, NEF23, Sir Colin Spedding Award

Charlie Thornycroft was announced as the winner of the Sir Colin Spedding Award at last week’s National Equine Forum (NEF), 2nd March 2023. She was presented with the Award by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal. Charlie also received a standing ovation for her talk about her experiences providing vital aid to Ukraine’s equestrian sector…

NEF shines spotlight on tackling unwanted behaviours in horses

By National Equine Forum2nd March 20233rd March 2023 National Equine Forum, NEF23

The National Equine Forum audience (NEF) were taken on an enlightening journey of equine behaviour change this afternoon (2nd March 2023). They heard how the use of learning theory had helped a fearful horse with challenging behaviours get back on track to establish a solid and successful partnership with his rider. How to tackle unwanted…

Influencers, brand ambassadors and social media cheat sheet

By National Equine Forum2nd March 20236th March 2023 National Equine Forum, NEF23

Influencers, also known as content creators, are generally people with significant followings on social media. This makes them very attractive to brands as they can access a large number of people and make relevant videos or take photos that promote their products and services. The cost per post for brands can be in the thousands…

Don’t miss the National Equine Forum 2023

By National Equine Forum20th February 20236th March 2023 National Equine Forum, NEF23

What: National Equine Forum (NEF)When: Thursday 2nd March 2023 from 10am – 4.30pmWhere: London and live streamed While face-to-face tickets are now in very short supply for the National Equine Forum, 2nd March 2023, it will be live streamed again this year, giving everyone the opportunity to purchase a ticket and enjoy the event. The programme…

National Equine Forum tickets now on sale

By National Equine Forum19th January 20236th March 2023 National Equine Forum, NEF23

Tickets are now on sale for the 31st National Equine Forum (NEF23) with a limited number of early bird tickets available until Friday 20th January 2023. The popular event will be held in London on Thursday 2nd March 2023 and will cover industry advancements in science, health, welfare and sport. Tickets for the live event…