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LEATHERWORK SKILLS STEAL THE SHOW

Full results from the annual SMS National Saddlery Competition. There were more than 125 entries for this year’s Society of Master Saddlers’ (SMS) National Saddlery...

WORKING AT THE BENCH “TAKES MY MIND OFF MY HEALTH WORRIES”

‘Outstanding’ saddler succeeds against all odds Hattie Crabtree – who runs a thriving saddlery business while living with multiple sclerosis - has been named ETN...

HARD WORK PAYS OFF FOR SADDLER 

From Christmas gifts to gorgeous headcollars… this award-winner makes it all in leather.  Bonnie Dale has been named ETN/SMS Bench Saddler of the Month. The award,...

SADDLERY FITTING CPD – DECEMBER 2024

The importance of correct girth fit and design The Society of Master Saddlers (SMS) discusses the key muscles that the girth sits on and looks...

WHY THIS SADDLER IS FIRED UP ABOUT EQUINE WELFARE

Award-winner on leather dragons and comfortable bridles.  Tamsin Raymond has been named ETN/SMS Bench Saddler of the Month for November.  The award, presented in conjunction with...

“IT’S TRULY A PRIVILEGE,” SAYS NEW LEADER

Membership of body is on the up. Catherine Baker is the new President of the Society of Master Saddlers (SMS). She holds the role for 12-months,...

“STARTING MY OWN BUSINESS IS EXCITING AND A LITTLE DAUNTING”

Award winner offers “great service” to local equestrian community. Charlotte Cheesman – who recently set up Charlotte Cheesman Leatherwork in Sittingbourne, Kent - has been...

“IT’S ABOUT EDUCATING PEOPLE TO A NEW WAY OF THINKING”

Award-winning saddler spreads the word from Eastern Europe to the Scottish Highlands. Jocelyn Danby has been named ETN/SMS Bench Saddler of the Month for September.  This...

“WHAT I DO DOESN’T FEEL LIKE A JOB”

How an award-winning saddler has created a family-friendly lifestyle. Lee Jones has been named ETN/SMS Bench Saddler of the Month. The award, presented in conjunction with...

MANUFACTURERS WELCOME NEW QUALIFICATION 

Helping “ensure a vibrant future” for industry. Key figures in Walsall’s saddlery and leather industry have welcomed a new SEG level 1 qualification in leather. The...

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“THE HORSE IS AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO,” SAYS...

Yesterday’s launch highlights evolution, tradition – and a sprinkle of equine royalty. Dodson & Horrell introduced a new-look logo yesterday (18 February). Based on its famous...
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