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NEW YEAR HONOUR FOR SADDLER

Recognition for former winner of ETN award. Godfrey Morris, a Master Saddler to the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery, was appointed MBE in the 2023...

FROM WALSALL TO NEW ZEALAND AND BACK…

This award-winner’s career began when saddlers wore suits and ties to work.  Mick Pegg has been named ETN/SMS Bench Saddler of the Month for December.  The...

SADDLE FITTERS CPD – DECEMBER 2022

Designs on different disciplines As more riders want specialist saddles, from dressage to jumping, Steph Bradley assesses how these products have evolved. Saddle fitters who read...

ANCIENT LIVERY COMPANY WELCOMES NEW MEMBER

“It’s an utter privilege,” says saddlery trade stalwart.  Nikki Newcombe, owner of the Bliss of London saddle company, has been accepted into the Worshipful Company...

SADDLERS APPOINT NEW PRESIDENT

Former computer analyst to champion traditional skills and new ideas. Chris Taylor has been appointed as the new president of the Society of Master Saddlers...

“I’M PROUD TO MAKE HARNESS FOR LADY LOUISE WINDSOR”

Award winner gives us a glimpse behind the scenes at the Royal Mews. Kirsty Thomson has been named ETN/SMS Bench Saddler of the Month...

TRAINING AND WELFARE “WILL SAFEGUARD OUR INDUSTRY”

Industry body makes strides in a busy year.  The promotion of well-fitting saddlery to improve horse welfare will help safeguard our industry for future generations.  The...

SADDLERY OFFERS GREAT OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE, SAYS AWARD WINNER

How an apprenticeship paved the way to a successful new business.  Glasgow based Emma Hamilton has been named ETN/SMS Bench Saddler of the Month for...

SADDLERS SHOW THEIR SKILLS IN LEATHER

Prizes go to talented craftspeople. Saddlers, apprentices and trainees competed for top awards in the Society of Master Saddlers’ competitions held during last week’s BETA...

AWARD WINNER MARKS 70 YEARS IN THE TRADE

Notable figure thanks his wife for her support. Richard Godden, a world-famous authority on side saddles, has been named ETN/SMS Bench Saddler of the Month...

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SIX QUALIFY AS GOLD STANDARD SADDLE FITTERS 

“We’re incredibly proud of them.” Six newcomers have joined the ranks of Society of Master Saddlers (SMS) Saddle Fitters. Rachael Duke, Shannon Rodway, Caitlin Porter, Caitlin...
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