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Equestrians Invited To Free, Charity-Led Welfare Awareness Events

Following on from the amazing success of last year’s events Bransby Horses are once again hosting a series of talks for horse owners covering the latest equine management topics, such as track systems and alternative grazing set-ups. These events are completely free and aimed at horse owners, equestrian business owners and land proprietors. Bransby Horses […]
March 27, 2024
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NEWC Director Receives Prestigious Equine Award

NEWC Director, Kirsty Withnall, was announced as joint winner of the Sir Colin Spedding Award at the National Equine Forum (NEF) on 7th March 2024. Kirsty was recognised for her tireless determination as an RSPCA Case Officer, bringing to justice those responsible for causing unnecessary suffering to animals. Joint winner, Amanda Stoddart-West, was acknowledged for […]
March 21, 2024
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NEWC Welcomes New Member

NEWC is delighted to welcome Hartpury University as a new member! Hartpury University's Equine Campus is renowned for its top-tier equestrian education and facilities. Offering undergraduate and postgraduate courses in equine science, management, sports science, therapy, and rehabilitation, the campus emphasises practical experience and hands-on learning. With state-of-the-art facilities, strong industry links, and research opportunities, […]
March 20, 2024
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NEWC Welcomes New Member

NEWC is thrilled to welcome Moreton Morrell College as a new member. Moreton Morrell offers a range of FE and HE equine courses in equine management, science, performance, and business, with accreditation ensuring graduates meet industry standards. The campus has strong industry connections, providing opportunities for internships and networking with a strong emphasis on developing […]
March 19, 2024
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Rescue Equine Showing Society

Exciting New and Inspirational Show Society launching in 2024 A new, exciting and inspirational Showing Society is launching in 2024 – the Rescue Equine Showing Society (RESS) will have its official launch event at Equifest on Saturday 3rd August 2024.  Due to there being a lot of interest and enthusiasm already, there are already several […]
March 15, 2024
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NEWC Welcomes New Member!

We are delighted to welcome Strength & Learning Through Horses as a new member of NEWC. Strength & Learning Through Horses promotes the mental well-being and education (including social and physical training) of people who are not in education or training (NEETS), those at risk of becoming NEET and people with learning difficulties. They provide […]
February 21, 2024
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Welfare organisations set to uncover the effect of cost of living crisis on those caring for horses

Animal welfare organisations are calling on horse keepers around the UK to help them assess the effects of the ongoing cost of living crisis. By taking part in a short, free SURVEY, launched today (16 January) anyone who cares for horses will be able to contribute to an understanding of how increased costs are affecting their […]
January 16, 2024
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Have you and your horses been affected by strangles?

Josh Eustace, an MSc student of International Animal Welfare Law and Ethics (IAWEL) has launched an online survey through The University of Edinburgh for his dissertation aimed at horse owners/loaners, employees or managers/owners of yards who have experienced at least one case of strangles since January 2020.  Strangles is the most common infectious disease in equids in […]
December 19, 2023
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Suitably Mounted Group Launches Survey

Equestrians are invited to share their views about how to determine rider suitability with horses or ponies. The Suitably Mounted Group (SMG) is pleased to announce the launch today of an important survey about the factors that should be considered when matching riders with horses or ponies.  What constitutes a suitable match between horses and riders has […]
December 8, 2023
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Equine Charities Issue Urgent Fireworks Appeal

For over two decades, the RSPCA (England & Wales) has campaigned for changes in fireworks legislation. In 2018, they launched the 'Bang Out of Order' report, shedding light on the distressing impact of fireworks on animals. Shockingly, 92% of respondents shared that they received no prior warning of fireworks in their area during the season. […]
December 6, 2023
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