Stephen’s childhood love for show jumping and horses paved the way for his journey as a compassionate farrier. 
Growing up around a riding school owned by his Auntie and Nan, Stephen developed an interest in farriery and actually trained with the farrier that was used at the riding school.

He completed his training with John Blake and passed his diploma in 2010.  

Stephen then traveled, under the British Farriers and Blacksmiths Association Cultural Exchange programme, around the USA for 3 months, working with some amazing farriers. On his return, he then began working for some of the best farriers in the country, further developing his skills and knowledge base.

As he progressed he passed his associate in 2016, then passed his fellowship practical (FWCF) in March 2023 and will continue to do his research the theory module.