The necessity of collaboration across the equine sector took centre stage at the National Equine Forum, which brought a packed audience to Westminster, London on 5th March 2026. Delegates and livestream viewers joined leading voices from across the industry for a day of lively discussion covering equine health, welfare, disease management, veterinary practices and the…

Professor Chris Riggs, FRCVS, Director Equine Welfare Research Foundation and Chief Advisor, Mainland Veterinary Engagement, The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC), was announced as the winner of the Sir Colin Spedding Award at yesterday’s National Equine Forum (NEF), 5th March 2026. The award was given in honour of Chris’s dedication to improving equine welfare internationally….

What: National Equine Forum (NEF) When: Thursday 5th March 2026 from 10am – 4.30pm Where: London and live streamed There is still time to book your ticket and be a part of the important annual equestrian discussions at this year’s National Equine Forum, 5th March 2026. This year’s diverse programme is aimed at helping to…

A stellar line up of speakers has been confirmed for the 34th National Equine Forum, which will take place in London on Thursday, 5 March 2026. NEF is one of the UK’s most important platforms for debate on issues affecting the equestrian sector, bringing together experts, policymakers, industry leaders and equestrian enthusiasts. Speakers this year will…

The National Equine Forum Organising Committee is proud to announce the generous support of 19 event sponsors for the forthcoming NEF26, to be held on in London on 5th March 2026. NEF is the UK’s foremost annual independent equestrian conference, bringing together equestrian experts, policymakers, industry leaders, and enthusiasts, to present on and debate the…

The National Equine Forum (NEF), the UK’s foremost independent equestrian conference, will hold its 34th event on Thursday, 5 March 2026, with a diverse programme aimed at helping to build a united vision for the future of equestrianism. “We have become well-known for bringing together equestrian experts, policymakers, industry leaders, and enthusiasts, to debate the…

This year’s National Equine Forum broke previous attendance records. It was enjoyed by more than 630 people, with the face-to-face event at Westminster, London, at capacity and a record 417 people watching the livestream from around the world. The event embraced an inspirational balance of the latest in equestrian news, knowledge and know-how, as well…

What: National Equine Forum (NEF)When: Thursday 6th March 2025 from 10am – 4.30pmWhere: London and live streamed There is still time to be a part of the important annual equestrian discussions at this year’s National Equine Forum, 6th March 2025. Tickets for the face-to-face event have been selling fast but a limited number are still…

Threats and opportunities for the future of the equestrian sector will be addressed at the 33rd National Equine Forum (NEF25), to be held at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), London on Thursday 6th March 2025. The bold and topical programme will see industry leaders, veterinary professionals and charity representatives initiating discussions on important issues…

Sir Colin Spedding Award 2024 Winner, Kirsty Withnall, sadly passed away on Sunday 21st April 2024, following a long illness. Kirsty was awarded the Sir Colin Spedding Award by HRH The Princess Royal, on Thursday 7th March 2024 at the 32nd National Equine Forum (#NEF24), in recognition of her tenacity and perseverance in bringing to…

What: National Equine Forum (NEF)When: Thursday 7th March 2024 from 10am – 4.30pmWhere: London and live streamed There is still time to book your ticket and be a part of the important annual equestrian discussions at this year’s National Equine Forum, 7th March 2024. A very limited number of face-to-face or live stream tickets are…

The box office is now open for the 32nd National Equine Forum (NEF24), to be held in London on Thursday 7th March 2024. The full day event, which is an important UK equestrian discussion platform, will address some of the most pertinent and topical subjects affecting the sector. Speakers include a government minister, leading vets…

Some of the most important challenges being faced by the equine sector will be addressed at the 32nd National Equine Forum (NEF24), to be held at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), London on Thursday 7th March 2024. The inspiring programme, which will also be live streamed, will shine a spotlight on some of the…

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…