Farrier Nigel Brown has been running his own farriery business in Abergavenny, South Wales since qualifying in 1997 and in 2004 he gained the ‘Associate’ examination from the Worshipful Company of Farriers.

Regularly participating in Continuing Professional Development activities such as hands-on clinics and seminars ensure that his knowledge is up to date with the latest research and techniques.

Nigel’s clients include professionals and non-professionals alike participating in a wide variety of equine disciplines including racing, showjumping, dressage and eventing. Therapeutic and remedial work is frequently undertaken, many involving referrals from local veterinary practises.

An Approved Training Farrier, Nigel currently has two apprentices. His first apprentice has just graduated with honours in his theory paper. Nigel frequently participates in shoeing and shoemaking competitions. A member of the Welsh International team, Nigel has already secured placings in many of the county shows and large events.

Together with his wife, Claire, they run two farriery websites – Forge & Farrier, an online magazine for farriers, and Farriers Pages, the online directory of farriers and hoof care resource for the horse owner.