Served a 4 year apprenticeship in Derbyshire
Gained a diploma in 1990 and placed on the Register in 1991
Registered Farrier for 18 years
Approved training Farrier (ATF) since 1999
Gained entry to the Associate of the Worshipful Company of Farriers (AWCF) in May 2009.
Foundation degree with a merit in Farrier Science
President of the National Association of Farriers, Blacksmiths and Agricultural Engineers (NAFBAE)
Provided training to 3 apprentices; 2 now work in this country and 1 in South Africa, all have successful businesses
Currently training another 2 apprentices
Currently studying a BSc Honours degree in Farriery Science