AND THE CATEGORIES ARE...
HORSE & HOUND LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
Celebrating the life and work of the individual whose contribution to equestrian sport is little
rivaled and worthy of sincerest praise.
2016 winner: Nick Skelton
HORSE & HOUND INSPIRATION OF THE YEAR
Honouring someone in the horse world who has inspired others to great deeds through their life,
work or achievements.
2016 winner: Hannah Francis
HORSE OF THE YEAR
Celebrating our equestrian hero of today, the horse or pony who is at the top of his or her game and is a pure joy to watch in the flesh
and on our screens.
2016 winner: Valegro
PROFESSIONAL RIDER OF THE YEAR
Honouring the greatest rider of our age, who is a hero and an inspiration to the rest, and whose ability is a blessing for both their
horses and our sport.
2016 winner: Charlotte Dujardin
PIKEUR AMATEUR RIDER OF THE YEAR
Acknowledging the rider who does not make their living from riding, training or competing horses, yet
dedicates themselves to their passion.
2016 winner: Claire Abel
SARACEN YOUNG RIDER OF THE YEAR
Celebrating up-and-coming talent in the horse world. Nominees must be under 25 years old on the
day of the Awards (2 November).
H&H
New award
HORSEWARE GROOM OF THE YEAR
Honouring the dedication, skill and sheer effort and love of equines this individual exerts to ensure
the best care of their charges day and night.
2016 winner: Alan Davies
CHARLES OWEN MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT OF THE YEAR
The single moment in equestrian sport that has
best captured our imaginations. 2016 winner: Ben Hobday’s
Badminton double clear
TOPSPEC VET OF THE YEAR
Appreciating the singular difference this skilled professional has made to a horse or horses’
lives — in sport and/or leisure.
2016 winner: Ken Anderson
NAF FIVE STAR PROFEET FARRIER OF THE YEAR
Acknowledging the difference the knowledge,
care and effort of a unique farrier has made to an equine or equines’ performance
or wellbeing.
2016 winner: Paul Woodall
NAF FIVE STAR RIDING CLUB
OF THE YEAR
Celebrating the organisation that brings riders together and best supports them in achieving their goals — changing riders’ experiences for the better.
2016 winner: Crown
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Recognising the sacrifice made by this volunteer to enable countless others to enjoy their sport or
profession week in, week out.
2016 winner: Jane Cepok