AccreditationAs a Master Saddler and a Member of The Society of Master Saddlers, my promise is that any piece commissioned will exceed your expectations in quality.
I've been running my bespoke bridlework business and repairs service since the Autumn of 2000 and have continually built on my skill sets and education since then. A summary of my accreditation is below.
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2021
I received a scholarship from The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust in the traditional skill of collar making.
The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) supports the training and education of talented and aspiring craftspeople through traditional college courses, vocational training, apprenticeships and one-to-one training with a master craftsperson; helping to support Britain’s cultural heritage and sustain vital skills in traditional and contemporary crafts.
Since 1990 QEST has awarded nearly £5million to 600 individuals working across the UK in 130 different craft disciplines. QEST funding has provided an essential turning point for many of our alumni, and the charity continues to support them throughout their career, offering opportunities for exhibitions, collaborations and commissions through an extensive network.
QEST was founded by the Royal Warrant Holders Association in 1990 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Association and the 90th birthday of HM Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother.
In 2017 HRH The Prince of Wales became our Patron, with Vice-Patrons the Earl of Snowdon and the Marquess of Salisbury.
I received a scholarship from The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust in the traditional skill of collar making.
The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) supports the training and education of talented and aspiring craftspeople through traditional college courses, vocational training, apprenticeships and one-to-one training with a master craftsperson; helping to support Britain’s cultural heritage and sustain vital skills in traditional and contemporary crafts.
Since 1990 QEST has awarded nearly £5million to 600 individuals working across the UK in 130 different craft disciplines. QEST funding has provided an essential turning point for many of our alumni, and the charity continues to support them throughout their career, offering opportunities for exhibitions, collaborations and commissions through an extensive network.
QEST was founded by the Royal Warrant Holders Association in 1990 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Association and the 90th birthday of HM Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother.
In 2017 HRH The Prince of Wales became our Patron, with Vice-Patrons the Earl of Snowdon and the Marquess of Salisbury.
2017
I became a Society of Master Saddlers Registered Qualified Saddle Fitter.
I became a Society of Master Saddlers Registered Qualified Saddle Fitter.
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2014
Due to quality of craftsmanship, qualifications gained and having completed enough years in the saddlery trade I was accepted as a Master Saddler. |
2013
I gained my Society of Master Saddlers Flocking and Flocking Adjustment Qualification. |
2012
I gained my City and Guilds Level 3 Harness Making. |
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2011
I gained my City and Guilds Level 3 Saddle Making. |
2010
I gained my City and Guilds Level 2 Saddle Making and Level 3 Bridle Making. |
2009
I gained my City and Guilds Level 2 Harness Making. |
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2008
I gained my City and Guilds Level 2 Bridle Making. |
2001
I took my City and Guilds Level 1 Saddlery. |
2000
I trained at Cambridge and District Saddlery Courses and completed certificates in Saddle Repair and Flocking, Basic Bridlework and Advanced Bridlework. I set up my bespoke bridlework business and repairs service Alongside the business I continued to add to my skills by training with a local Master Saddler and Mark Romain at the Saddlery Training Centre. |