Initially launched in 2021 by Katy Wright, the prestigious Equestrian Business Awards has grown from strength to strength. With approximately 1 million horses in the UK, the equestrian industry contributes nearly £8 billion to the economy. The UK is world renowned for its expertise in relation to horse care and rich heritage of being a horse loving nation. With this in mind, the awards strive to give much deserved recognition to small equestrian businesses as these are the heroes who are on hand to make sure we can give our equines the very best. The Equestrian Business Awards aims to raise their profile and award them for all the hard work, achievements and support they provide with every aspect of horse ownership and horse riding. The equestrian industry is dealing with tricky times and more than ever small businesses need help in order to continue to thrive. The Equestrian Business Awards also raises the profile and credibility of businesses and professionals, through celebrating equestrian excellence and promoting best practice, with equine welfare at the forefront. The awards also facilitates networking between businesses and professionals, providing a platform to collaborate and champion one another.
Our awards have garnered national attention, with esteemed personalities such as Clare Balding, who presented an award in previous years, and Natasha Baker OBE, who served as a judge, lending their support. 2024 was another successful year, with an incredible 16,185 nominations for 2,578 businesses, professionals or charities across 20 categories. We had a diverse sponsorship team ranging from large businesses such as Bloomfields Horseboxes to governing bodies such as the BAEDT to innovative tech companies such as Equicantis and small businesses such as Exclusivia Equine Agents. We truly believe in being inclusive and providing a platform for everyone which is why it is free for businesses to be nominated and free to be a finalist and winner, with no other strings attached. This is what sets us apart from other awards organisations and has earned us a reputation for honesty and integrity with equine welfare at the forefront of our values. Our 2024 awards evening was our biggest yet, with 320 guests from across the UK who work within the equestrian community attending our elegant event.
Award Categories
For 2025, the award categories are:
Farrier of the Year
Retailer of the Year
Riding School of the Year
Instructor of the Year
Bit/Bridle Fitter of the Year
Saddle Fitter of the Year
Equestrian Tech of the Year
Equine Dental Technician of the Year by The BAEDT
Event Venue of the Year sponsored by AGM Planning Consultants
Vet Practice of the Year
Horse Transporter of the Year
Equine Therapist of the Year sponsored by Equicantis
Behavioural Trainer of the Year
Diversity Award sponsored by EquuStrong
Charity of the Year sponsored by Downwest Embroidery Services
Photographer of the Year
Equestrian Media of the Year
Groom of the Year
Equine Service of the Year
Livery Yard of the Year sponsored by Westgate Labs
Nominations are open until 01.04.25. Nominate for free at www.equestrian businessawards.co.uk/nominate
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Event
The 4th Equestrian Business Awards Evening will be held on 29th November 2025 at The Holiday Inn Peterborough-West. Tickets will be available from 1st July 2024 via www.equestrianbusinessawards.co.uk/tickets Interest can be registered by emailing contact@equestrianbusinessawards.co.uk
