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# News

News is the hub for The Saddlers' Company's stories across its four streams: Trade, Equestrian, Charity and Livery, plus events at Saddlers' Hall.[^page]

## What This Section Covers

The Company publishes updates on the craft of saddlery, British equestrianism, its charitable trusts and life within the Livery. Trade stories include the Capel Manor College Leather Showcase, addressed by Mary Lewis of the Heritage Crafts Association, and the new Saddlers' Award developed with Cockpit Studios. Equestrian stories include the launch of the Equine Fitters Directory in February 2025 with William Fox-Pitt MBE and Natasha Baker OBE, and the Saddlers' Prize at Badminton Horse Trials. Charity stories include Camilla Lywood's presentation of a £34,000 cheque to Shelter from the Storm and the Company's support for Riding for the Disabled. Livery stories include the unveiling of a new portrait of The Master, HRH The Princess Royal, at a January Court.

## Frequently asked questions

### What topics does Saddlers' Company news cover?

News is organised into four streams: Trade, Equestrian, Charity and Livery, alongside a stream for events at Saddlers' Hall.

### Where can I read about a specific Saddlers' Company event?

Each stream has its own hub page with the latest stories. For example, equestrian news covers competitions and welfare initiatives, while charity news covers the Company's trusts and fundraising.

## Related concepts

- [Saddlery Trade News](/pages/news/trade.md)
- [Equestrian News from the Saddlers](/pages/news/equestrian.md)
- [Charity News from the Saddlers](/pages/news/charity.md)
- [Livery](/pages/news/livery.md)
- [Events](/pages/news/events.md)
- [What's on at Saddlers' Hall](/pages/whats-on.md)

[^page]: Saddlers' Company News: Trade, Charity, Equestrian, https://thesaddlers.org/news