New Honorary Secretary for NEF

By National Equine Forum4th September 201818th October 2018 National Equine Forum

The National Equine Forum (NEF) has appointed a new Honorary Secretary to help run this prestigious annual event. Debbie Rolmanis provided voluntary social media support at the NEF this year and takes up the reins of Honorary Secretary with immediate effect. Debbie is a Human and Equine Sports Therapist and Movement Educator. Having run her…

Calling for nominations for the NEF Sir Colin Spedding Award

By National Equine Forum6th July 201829th January 2019 NEF19, Sir Colin Spedding Award

Do you know a worthy unsung hero or heroine of the equestrian world who as yet remains unrecognised? If so The National Equine Forum (NEF) would love to hear from you. Nominations are now open for the NEF Sir Colin Spedding Award 2019, one of the most significant accolades in the UK’s equestrian industry. The…

International Reach for National Equine Forum

By National Equine Forum16th March 201829th January 2019 NEF18

Thanks to new live streaming and the power of social media the National Equine Forum has become a global phenomenon. The annual event, held in London on 8 March 2018, saw politicians, vets and equestrian business leaders share knowledge and encourage debate not just with the packed auditorium but also with audiences in Europe, Norway,…

Farrier Receives NEF Award

By National Equine Forum9th March 201829th January 2019 NEF18, Sir Colin Spedding Award

Dr Simon Curtis, a practicing farrier in Newmarket, Suffolk was announced as the winner of the Sir Colin Spedding Award at yesterday’s National Equine Forum (NEF), Thursday 8th March 2018. This special commendation was given in recognition of Simon’s exceptional practical and educational contributions to farriery over 45 years. Runner up was the British Grooms…

Questions & Answers With Dr Sue Dyson Landmark pilot study addresses effects of rider weight on equine performance

By National Equine Forum8th March 20182nd April 2019 NEF18

Dr Sue Dyson answers some questions about the pilot study addressing the effects of rider weight on equine performance Why was the study needed? Although it is intuitive that a rider who is too heavy for a horse may adversely affect its welfare, there are no scientific studies to support this under real-life conditions and…

Landmark pilot study addresses effects of rider weight on equine performance

By National Equine Forum8th March 20182nd April 2019 NEF18

Results of a new pilot study on the effects of rider weight on equine performance, presented at the National Equine Forum on 8 March 2018, show that high rider: horse bodyweight ratios can induce temporary lameness and discomfort. In simple terms, if the rider is excessively heavy for the horse in question it can have…

Don’t miss the equestrian discussion of the year

By National Equine Forum6th March 201829th January 2019 NEF18

What: National Equine Forum When: Thursday 8th March 2018 from 10am – 4.30pm Where: Live streaming, wherever you are! If you haven’t been able to secure a ticket for the National Equine Forum you can still be a part of it by registering for the FREE live streaming here. You will be able to interact…

Live Streaming for National Equine Forum

By National Equine Forum19th February 201818th October 2018 NEF18

This year’s National Equine Forum (NEF), on 8 March 2018, will be accessible to hundreds more people this year thanks to the introduction of free live streaming. In addition, the Forum now has its own new website. Live Streaming is an exciting advance this year. The Forum has teamed up with #HorseHour, the worldwide online…

Shortlist Announced for National Equine Forum Award

By National Equine Forum26th January 201829th January 2019 NEF18, Sir Colin Spedding Award

The National Equine Forum (NEF) has announced the shortlist for its prestigious Sir Colin Spedding Award 2018. The Sir Colin Spedding Award is presented annually to an exceptional equestrian individual or organisation whose outstanding qualities have not been formally acknowledged previously. Two commendable nominees have been selected this year: Farrier Simon Curtis FWCF and the…

Auspicious line up planned for National Equine Forum

By National Equine Forum19th December 201729th January 2019 NEF18

With a first class line up of speakers and a popular central London venue the impending National Equine Forum (NEF), to be held on Thursday 8 March 2018, is shaping up to be an auspicious occasion for the equestrian world. Government officials, vets and equestrian industry leaders will share their wisdom and invigorate debate on…