Ben Benson Farrier

Ben Benson Farrier AWCF Master Farrier- Oxfordshire
Remedial & Performance Farriery
London, Rio, Tokyo and Paris Olympics

Ben Benson AWCF is a Master Farrier covering Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Northamptonshire and Gloucestershire. Ben works with a huge range of clients, from those with 5* level and Olympic horses in all disciplines, to children’s ponies and leisurely hackers. With a specialism and passion for remedial and performance farriery, Ben is able to differentiate between the requirements for each horse’s discipline, individual confirmation and circumstances. The service offered by Ben Benson Farriery allows us to liaise with vets and all types of para-professionals (eg saddle fitter or physio) about specific horses, and the ability to work together collectively to help resolve issues. We have two vans on the road at all times, allowing us the flexibility to cover a large area, while working in two locations at once, increasing our ability to deal with emergencies as quickly as possible. Shoeing appointments are also available at our bespoke forge in Swalcliffe, Oxfordshire – ideally situated in a thriving equine area with ample parking available and excellent facilities, providing the optimal setting for us to fully assess your horse and his needs. We are able to make and fit (or when required, to fabricate) any remedial or therapeutic shoe when/as needed. We are proud to provide an exceptional service, just give us a call to discuss your requirements. Affiliates: Agria Pet Insurance Ltd

BT Benson Limited is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Agria Pet Insurance Ltd who administer the insurance and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Services Register Number 496160. Agria Pet Insurance is registered and incorporated in England and Wales with registered number 04258783. Registered office: First Floor, Blue Leanie, Walton Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 7QW. Agria insurance policies are underwritten by Agria Försäkring who is authorised and regulated by the Prudential Regulation Authority and Financial Conduct Authority. Find out more: https://quote.agriapet.co.uk/?affid=196472/

Find yourself someone that looks at you the way that Austin looks at this mini pony shoe 🥰 Can you guess what size of po...
08/12/2025

Find yourself someone that looks at you the way that Austin looks at this mini pony shoe 🥰

Can you guess what size of pony this was made for?

Great to see Jacqui and Ferdi back out at a party. Ferdi is by the late, great Uthopia whose legacy we are sure will liv...
08/12/2025

Great to see Jacqui and Ferdi back out at a party.

Ferdi is by the late, great Uthopia whose legacy we are sure will live on for generations to come.

06/12/2025

Nothing to hide here folks! Just endless photos of horses’ feet…🫣

Welcome to the real life camera roll of a farrier🐴

It could be said that some take our 'Feed the Farrier' competition more seriously than others but December is delivering...
05/12/2025

It could be said that some take our 'Feed the Farrier' competition more seriously than others but December is delivering so far!

Debbie Lee (some might say there's a bit of favouritism there!) comes in strong with a delicious, and beautifully decorated carrot cake number this Friday afternoon. Very happy boys!!!

03/12/2025

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, while our job is centred around the feet, understanding the whole anatomy of the horse is essential.

Meet Alice and Forest who we have been working with for just over a year. Forest has previously struggled with foot problems following a pelvis injury and bilateral front-limb lameness. After carefully assessing and addressing his movement and balance over time, we have been able to give him the support that he needed to recover and prosper.

Forest is now back competing (and winning!) and we are delighted to be able to continue to help him on his way.

Delighted to have joined the Mustad Hoofcare team as an ambassador 🤝🏼
01/12/2025

Delighted to have joined the Mustad Hoofcare team as an ambassador 🤝🏼

28/11/2025

The end of an era!

After three brilliant years, we said farewell to Lucy this week - an outstanding apprentice and a talented young farrier with a bright future ahead.

It’s been amazing to see her grow in skill, confidence and passion during her apprenticeship and in the year since.

We all wish her the greatest of success in her next chapter in Dorset - the horses will be very truly lucky to have her.

The importance of equine weight management 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
26/11/2025

The importance of equine weight management 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼

The last talk of the year...This time, I was in Birmingham to speak at the British Society of Animal Science (BSAS) mult...
24/11/2025

The last talk of the year...

This time, I was in Birmingham to speak at the British Society of Animal Science (BSAS) multi-disciplinary equine conference.

Discussions throughout the conference focused on managing horses from the perspective of an allied practitioner and my angle was how effective farriery and proactive foot management are fundamental to unlocking many other aspects of the horse’s body and overall performance.

How this year has flown by!

It’s always a proud moment seeing clients achieve big things. Huge congratulations to the talented Sarah Fitton on placi...
23/11/2025

It’s always a proud moment seeing clients achieve big things. Huge congratulations to the talented Sarah Fitton on placing 3rd at the MCI European Championships with an outstanding 71.44%.

Always a pleasure to work with, and a beautiful horse.

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Swalcliffe
Banbury
OX155EX

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Our Story

Master Farrier covering the North Oxfordshire, South Warwickshire border and beyond. We have a two vans that are out and about and our forge has all the equipment and latest technology if you horse ever needs some extra TLC or you are coming from afar. This includes our Werkman Black Gait Analysis System. We work with every day leisure riders and children's ponies up to professional riders competing at 4* to International and Olympic level.

Lead Farrier at London, Rio and again at Tokyo 2020!

Ben and his team offer a specialist remedial farrier service and have helped serious veterinary cases. We are able to make and fit (or when required fabricate) any remedial or therapeutic shoe as/when needed, using all the modern materials that are available.

We offer a service which allows us to liaise with vets and all types of Para-professionals about specific horses and collectively being able to work together to help a horse’s problem.