National Equine Forum
@natequineforum.bsky.social
Aim: To host an annual assembly of individuals who reflect every area of the equestrian industry, to hear presentations from experts on diverse and topical aspects of the industry and allow them to share their views
🐴 Two equine friends chosen as #NEF26 cover stars. The image will feature on the programme cover for the 34th National Equine Forum, on Thursday 5th March 2026 (#NEF26): bit.ly/NEF26CoverIm...
📸 Robbie & Tilly grazing together. Picture courtesy of Ellie Taylor.
📸 Robbie & Tilly grazing together. Picture courtesy of Ellie Taylor.
November 18, 2025 at 10:39 AM
🐴 Two equine friends chosen as #NEF26 cover stars. The image will feature on the programme cover for the 34th National Equine Forum, on Thursday 5th March 2026 (#NEF26): bit.ly/NEF26CoverIm...
📸 Robbie & Tilly grazing together. Picture courtesy of Ellie Taylor.
📸 Robbie & Tilly grazing together. Picture courtesy of Ellie Taylor.
** DEADLINE 23:59 GMT Mon 17 Nov 2025 **
📢 We’re Hiring: Honorary Social Media Officer for the National Equine Forum!
📍 Remote | 🗓 Fixed-term / Freelance with stipend
👉 Scan the QR code in the image, or click bit.ly/NEFHSMONov2025
📢 We’re Hiring: Honorary Social Media Officer for the National Equine Forum!
📍 Remote | 🗓 Fixed-term / Freelance with stipend
👉 Scan the QR code in the image, or click bit.ly/NEFHSMONov2025
November 17, 2025 at 11:46 AM
** DEADLINE 23:59 GMT Mon 17 Nov 2025 **
📢 We’re Hiring: Honorary Social Media Officer for the National Equine Forum!
📍 Remote | 🗓 Fixed-term / Freelance with stipend
👉 Scan the QR code in the image, or click bit.ly/NEFHSMONov2025
📢 We’re Hiring: Honorary Social Media Officer for the National Equine Forum!
📍 Remote | 🗓 Fixed-term / Freelance with stipend
👉 Scan the QR code in the image, or click bit.ly/NEFHSMONov2025
📢 We’re Hiring: Honorary Social Media Officer for the National Equine Forum!
📍 Remote | 🗓 Fixed-term / Freelance with stipend | 🎥 Event-based coverage | 💬 Multiple platforms
👉 Click on the QR code in the image, or go to: bit.ly/NEFHSMONov2025
📍 Remote | 🗓 Fixed-term / Freelance with stipend | 🎥 Event-based coverage | 💬 Multiple platforms
👉 Click on the QR code in the image, or go to: bit.ly/NEFHSMONov2025
November 4, 2025 at 8:58 PM
📢 We’re Hiring: Honorary Social Media Officer for the National Equine Forum!
📍 Remote | 🗓 Fixed-term / Freelance with stipend | 🎥 Event-based coverage | 💬 Multiple platforms
👉 Click on the QR code in the image, or go to: bit.ly/NEFHSMONov2025
📍 Remote | 🗓 Fixed-term / Freelance with stipend | 🎥 Event-based coverage | 💬 Multiple platforms
👉 Click on the QR code in the image, or go to: bit.ly/NEFHSMONov2025
👉 Closing soon!
Could a picture of your equine friend follow in Arthur's footsteps?
We're calling for amateur equine photographers to enter a special competition to find a cover star for the #NEF26 programme.
👉 More info: bit.ly/NEF26CoverIm...
Could a picture of your equine friend follow in Arthur's footsteps?
We're calling for amateur equine photographers to enter a special competition to find a cover star for the #NEF26 programme.
👉 More info: bit.ly/NEF26CoverIm...
September 12, 2025 at 3:45 PM
👉 Closing soon!
Could a picture of your equine friend follow in Arthur's footsteps?
We're calling for amateur equine photographers to enter a special competition to find a cover star for the #NEF26 programme.
👉 More info: bit.ly/NEF26CoverIm...
Could a picture of your equine friend follow in Arthur's footsteps?
We're calling for amateur equine photographers to enter a special competition to find a cover star for the #NEF26 programme.
👉 More info: bit.ly/NEF26CoverIm...
Could a picture of your equine friend follow in Arthur's footsteps?
The National Equine Forum committee is calling for amateur equine photographers to enter a special competition to find a cover star for the #NEF26 programme.
👉 More info: bit.ly/NEF26CoverIm...
The National Equine Forum committee is calling for amateur equine photographers to enter a special competition to find a cover star for the #NEF26 programme.
👉 More info: bit.ly/NEF26CoverIm...
August 13, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Could a picture of your equine friend follow in Arthur's footsteps?
The National Equine Forum committee is calling for amateur equine photographers to enter a special competition to find a cover star for the #NEF26 programme.
👉 More info: bit.ly/NEF26CoverIm...
The National Equine Forum committee is calling for amateur equine photographers to enter a special competition to find a cover star for the #NEF26 programme.
👉 More info: bit.ly/NEF26CoverIm...
Don't miss your chance to nominate an unsung individual or organisation with outstanding qualities for the Sir Colin Spedding Award.
👉 Find out more: bit.ly/NEFSpeddingI...
👉 Nominate here: bit.ly/NEFNominations
👉 Find out more: bit.ly/NEFSpeddingI...
👉 Nominate here: bit.ly/NEFNominations
July 28, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Don't miss your chance to nominate an unsung individual or organisation with outstanding qualities for the Sir Colin Spedding Award.
👉 Find out more: bit.ly/NEFSpeddingI...
👉 Nominate here: bit.ly/NEFNominations
👉 Find out more: bit.ly/NEFSpeddingI...
👉 Nominate here: bit.ly/NEFNominations
Nominations are now open for exceptional individuals or organisations within the equine sector for NEF's Sir Colin Spedding Award 2026.
This prestigious award champions the cause of those who strive to make a difference in the horse world but are, as yet, unacknowledged.
👉 bit.ly/NEFNominations
This prestigious award champions the cause of those who strive to make a difference in the horse world but are, as yet, unacknowledged.
👉 bit.ly/NEFNominations
July 8, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Nominations are now open for exceptional individuals or organisations within the equine sector for NEF's Sir Colin Spedding Award 2026.
This prestigious award champions the cause of those who strive to make a difference in the horse world but are, as yet, unacknowledged.
👉 bit.ly/NEFNominations
This prestigious award champions the cause of those who strive to make a difference in the horse world but are, as yet, unacknowledged.
👉 bit.ly/NEFNominations
Strangles Awareness Week is over for another year! We really hope it’s been the BEST week for protecting horses from Strangles! #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek
May 13, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Strangles Awareness Week is over for another year! We really hope it’s been the BEST week for protecting horses from Strangles! #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek
Using the BEST steps significantly reduces the risk of Strangles, but outbreaks can still happen to anyone. Watch our short film to discover how one yard smashed Strangles #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek t.co/9QujXsitmY
https://youtu.be/Z-plcL4DFYI
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May 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Using the BEST steps significantly reduces the risk of Strangles, but outbreaks can still happen to anyone. Watch our short film to discover how one yard smashed Strangles #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek t.co/9QujXsitmY
By making temp checking part of your routine, not only will you and your horse be used to the process, but you’ll know what is normal for your horse. Spotting a health problem early gives you the BEST chance to get on top of it. #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek #HotBeforeSnot
May 9, 2025 at 11:20 AM
By making temp checking part of your routine, not only will you and your horse be used to the process, but you’ll know what is normal for your horse. Spotting a health problem early gives you the BEST chance to get on top of it. #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek #HotBeforeSnot
It’s Day 4 of Strangles Awareness Week, and we’re looking at how to SEPARATE horses when needed to stop Strangles spreading. It may be easier than you think, especially as Strangles is not an airborne disease! #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek
May 8, 2025 at 11:53 AM
It’s Day 4 of Strangles Awareness Week, and we’re looking at how to SEPARATE horses when needed to stop Strangles spreading. It may be easier than you think, especially as Strangles is not an airborne disease! #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek
Accurate info helps us recognise that Strangles can happen to any horse, and those dealing with it deserve understanding & support. The SAW Collaborators have produced useful resources. Visit @redwingsuk.bsky.social
#SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek
#SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek
May 7, 2025 at 9:41 AM
Accurate info helps us recognise that Strangles can happen to any horse, and those dealing with it deserve understanding & support. The SAW Collaborators have produced useful resources. Visit @redwingsuk.bsky.social
#SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek
#SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek
Meet Indigo and his loaner Ellen, as we look at how we can BOOST horses’ immunity to Strangles with vaccination. #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZSK...
Indigo has his first Strangles vaccination
YouTube video by Strangles Awareness Week
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May 6, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Meet Indigo and his loaner Ellen, as we look at how we can BOOST horses’ immunity to Strangles with vaccination. #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZSK...
Welcome to #StranglesAwarenessWeek 2025! Seven days when sharing is caring as we give horses the BEST protection from a horrible but often avoidable disease. #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek2025
May 5, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Welcome to #StranglesAwarenessWeek 2025! Seven days when sharing is caring as we give horses the BEST protection from a horrible but often avoidable disease. #SAW25 #StranglesAwarenessWeek2025
HRH The Princess Royal, National Equine Forum President, provided her remarks on the topics discussed throughout #NEF25, and presented the 2025 Sir Colin Spedding Award.
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/K5K3MWHYZfI
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/K5K3MWHYZfI
April 7, 2025 at 11:48 AM
HRH The Princess Royal, National Equine Forum President, provided her remarks on the topics discussed throughout #NEF25, and presented the 2025 Sir Colin Spedding Award.
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/K5K3MWHYZfI
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/K5K3MWHYZfI
The recording of our #NEF25 Memorial Lecture titled ‘Charities Working Together’ is available now.
Chaired by James Hick, speakers were:
- Penny Baker, Field Officer
- Jana Merrett-Jones
- Christine Styles
Watch the video here: youtu.be/RxCKgiH9uI4
Chaired by James Hick, speakers were:
- Penny Baker, Field Officer
- Jana Merrett-Jones
- Christine Styles
Watch the video here: youtu.be/RxCKgiH9uI4
April 7, 2025 at 11:47 AM
The recording of our #NEF25 Memorial Lecture titled ‘Charities Working Together’ is available now.
Chaired by James Hick, speakers were:
- Penny Baker, Field Officer
- Jana Merrett-Jones
- Christine Styles
Watch the video here: youtu.be/RxCKgiH9uI4
Chaired by James Hick, speakers were:
- Penny Baker, Field Officer
- Jana Merrett-Jones
- Christine Styles
Watch the video here: youtu.be/RxCKgiH9uI4
The recording of our Equine Assisted Services session is available now.
Ed Bracher gave an overview of EAS, before introducing:
- Sharon Gray
- Rosie Bensley and Dr Jemma Hockley
- Andrew Brooks
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/OES2srbWEj8
Ed Bracher gave an overview of EAS, before introducing:
- Sharon Gray
- Rosie Bensley and Dr Jemma Hockley
- Andrew Brooks
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/OES2srbWEj8
April 7, 2025 at 11:46 AM
The recording of our Equine Assisted Services session is available now.
Ed Bracher gave an overview of EAS, before introducing:
- Sharon Gray
- Rosie Bensley and Dr Jemma Hockley
- Andrew Brooks
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/OES2srbWEj8
Ed Bracher gave an overview of EAS, before introducing:
- Sharon Gray
- Rosie Bensley and Dr Jemma Hockley
- Andrew Brooks
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/OES2srbWEj8
Our #NEF25 afternoon sessions began with a Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games review.
Chaired by Jim Eyre, Helen Nicholls (Performance Director, British Equestrian) gave the review before she and Jim took questions.
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/lv1gQJEMT1c
Chaired by Jim Eyre, Helen Nicholls (Performance Director, British Equestrian) gave the review before she and Jim took questions.
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/lv1gQJEMT1c
April 7, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Our #NEF25 afternoon sessions began with a Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games review.
Chaired by Jim Eyre, Helen Nicholls (Performance Director, British Equestrian) gave the review before she and Jim took questions.
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/lv1gQJEMT1c
Chaired by Jim Eyre, Helen Nicholls (Performance Director, British Equestrian) gave the review before she and Jim took questions.
Watch the recording here: youtu.be/lv1gQJEMT1c
The recording of the #NEF25 Equine Industry in a Changing World session, chaired by Roly Owers, is available now.
Speakers were:
- Baroness Hayman of Ullock
- Dr Richard Newton
- David Mountford
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the replay here: youtu.be/Pi8yT-zW7sk
Speakers were:
- Baroness Hayman of Ullock
- Dr Richard Newton
- David Mountford
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the replay here: youtu.be/Pi8yT-zW7sk
April 7, 2025 at 11:44 AM
The recording of the #NEF25 Equine Industry in a Changing World session, chaired by Roly Owers, is available now.
Speakers were:
- Baroness Hayman of Ullock
- Dr Richard Newton
- David Mountford
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the replay here: youtu.be/Pi8yT-zW7sk
Speakers were:
- Baroness Hayman of Ullock
- Dr Richard Newton
- David Mountford
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the replay here: youtu.be/Pi8yT-zW7sk
The recording of the #NEF25 Equine Health and Welfare Updates session, chaired by Peter Laurie, is available now.
Speakers were:
- Prof Bruce McGorum
- Prof Richard Piercy
- Dr Julia Shrubb
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the video here: youtu.be/9GvIObETVng
Speakers were:
- Prof Bruce McGorum
- Prof Richard Piercy
- Dr Julia Shrubb
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the video here: youtu.be/9GvIObETVng
April 7, 2025 at 11:43 AM
The recording of the #NEF25 Equine Health and Welfare Updates session, chaired by Peter Laurie, is available now.
Speakers were:
- Prof Bruce McGorum
- Prof Richard Piercy
- Dr Julia Shrubb
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the video here: youtu.be/9GvIObETVng
Speakers were:
- Prof Bruce McGorum
- Prof Richard Piercy
- Dr Julia Shrubb
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
Watch the video here: youtu.be/9GvIObETVng
The recording of The Importance of Feed and Forage to All #NEF25 session is available now.
Chaired by Dr Pat Harris, speakers were:
- Ruth Bishop
- Prof Meriel Moore-Colyer
- Dr Katie Williams
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
You can watch the video here: youtu.be/_fTsBnhu1h8
Chaired by Dr Pat Harris, speakers were:
- Ruth Bishop
- Prof Meriel Moore-Colyer
- Dr Katie Williams
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
You can watch the video here: youtu.be/_fTsBnhu1h8
April 7, 2025 at 11:42 AM
The recording of The Importance of Feed and Forage to All #NEF25 session is available now.
Chaired by Dr Pat Harris, speakers were:
- Ruth Bishop
- Prof Meriel Moore-Colyer
- Dr Katie Williams
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
You can watch the video here: youtu.be/_fTsBnhu1h8
Chaired by Dr Pat Harris, speakers were:
- Ruth Bishop
- Prof Meriel Moore-Colyer
- Dr Katie Williams
This session concluded with a panel discussion.
You can watch the video here: youtu.be/_fTsBnhu1h8
We're delighted to announce that #NEF25 broke previous attendance records, with the face-to-face event at capacity and the highest-ever number of people watching the live stream from around the world.
Find out more here: www.nationalequineforum.com/record-atten...
Find out more here: www.nationalequineforum.com/record-atten...
March 17, 2025 at 2:11 PM
We're delighted to announce that #NEF25 broke previous attendance records, with the face-to-face event at capacity and the highest-ever number of people watching the live stream from around the world.
Find out more here: www.nationalequineforum.com/record-atten...
Find out more here: www.nationalequineforum.com/record-atten...
March 17, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Di Arbuthnot, the former Chief Executive of the charity Retraining of Racehorses (RoR), was announced as the winner of the Sir Colin Spedding Award at #NEF25.
The award was given in recognition of Di’s dedication to racehorse welfare.
Read more here: www.nationalequineforum.com/nef-sir-coli...
The award was given in recognition of Di’s dedication to racehorse welfare.
Read more here: www.nationalequineforum.com/nef-sir-coli...
March 17, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Di Arbuthnot, the former Chief Executive of the charity Retraining of Racehorses (RoR), was announced as the winner of the Sir Colin Spedding Award at #NEF25.
The award was given in recognition of Di’s dedication to racehorse welfare.
Read more here: www.nationalequineforum.com/nef-sir-coli...
The award was given in recognition of Di’s dedication to racehorse welfare.
Read more here: www.nationalequineforum.com/nef-sir-coli...
HRH The Princess Royal, National Equine Forum President, provided her remarks on the topics discussed throughout the day, and presented the 2025 Sir Colin Spedding Award at #NEF25.
March 17, 2025 at 2:08 PM
HRH The Princess Royal, National Equine Forum President, provided her remarks on the topics discussed throughout the day, and presented the 2025 Sir Colin Spedding Award at #NEF25.