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A Farrier is far more than simply a Blacksmith who
shoes horses.

When the use of horses to work the land declined, the craft began to decline also but today the number of Farriers is increasing. This is because, with the increased private ownership of horses for riding and country pursuits, their skills are in demand again.

The apprentice training is rigourous…
However, Mr Gulley received his training in the Army…
Click Here to Listen[David Gulley on Farrier training]
Click Here to Listen[David Gulley on the training of Farriers]

The basic tool kit consists of a wide range of specialist tools such as the 'turning hammer', the 'pritchell' the 'toeing knife' and the 'hoof cutters'. The real skill of the Farrier is to be able to re-shoe a horse without causing injury and in such a way that the horse can walk or gallop in comfort…

[David Gulley on the basic tools of a Farrier]

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