Cafre Enniskillen Campus

05/08/2026

Enhance Your Equine Knowledge with CAFRE Enniskillen Campus!

Looking to develop your skills, grow your business, or expand your equine knowledge? CAFRE Enniskillen Campus has a fantastic range of equine industry training courses and programmes coming soon!

📚 Upcoming Courses and Programmes:

✅ 1st4Sport Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Horse Care
Starting: 22 September
Ideal for anyone looking to build a strong foundation in horse care.
🔗 https://www.cafre.ac.uk/business-courses/level-2-certificate-in-the-principles-of-horse-care/

✅ Basics in Equine Parasite Management (Online)
Starting: 10 September
Learn key principles of effective parasite control and horse health management.
🔗 https://www.cafre.ac.uk/business-courses/basics-in-equine-parasite-management/

✅ Equine Grassland Management (Online)
Starting: 5 October
Discover how to maximise pasture productivity and support equine wellbeing.
🔗 https://www.cafre.ac.uk/business-courses/equine-grassland-management-online/

🤝 Equine Business Peer Learning Group 2026/27
Registration is now open for this valuable opportunity to learn from industry experts and fellow equine business owners. Commencing in October.
🔗 https://www.cafre.ac.uk/business-courses/equine-business-peer-learning-group/

📈 Level 3 Award in Business Management for the Environment and Land-based Sector
Expressions of interest are now being accepted. This programme will run subject to demand and is aimed at those looking to strengthen their business management skills.
🔗 https://www.cafre.ac.uk/business-courses/level-3-award-in-business-management-for-the-environment-and-land-based-sector/

🏇 Equine Simulator Training
Dates for our Rider Performance Hub simulator training sessions will be announced shortly. Register your interest now to be the first to hear when bookings open!
🔗 https://www.cafre.ac.uk/training-courses/equine-simulator-training/

Places are limited, so secure your spot or register your interest today!

04/08/2026

The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) is continuing to invest in equine education and rider development through its Rider Performance Hub at Enniskillen Campus.

04/08/2026

Horse Week: CAFRE’s Rider Performance Hub - Driving innovation in rider training and development

27/07/2026

Develop the Knowledge Behind Successful Horse Care

Passionate about horses? Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge or take the first step towards an equine career, the Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Horse Care will help you build a strong understanding of horse health, welfare, feeding, stable management and more.

✅ Industry-recognised qualification
✅ Evening course delivery
✅ Learn from experienced CAFRE tutors
✅ Ideal for horse owners and equine enthusiasts

📍 Online delivery with end point exam at either CAFRE Greenmount Campus or Enniskillen Campus

Register now: https://www.cafre.ac.uk/business-courses/level-2-certificate-in-the-principles-of-horse-care/

20/07/2026

Want to improve your horse's health and wellbeing?

Understanding parasite management is an essential part of responsible horse ownership. Join CAFRE's Basics in Equine Parasite Management course and learn practical, up-to-date approaches to monitoring and controlling parasites in horses.

✅ Learn the fundamentals of equine parasite management
✅ Gain knowledge to support horse health and performance
✅ Suitable for horse owners, equine enthusiasts and those working with horses

Find out more and book your place here:
👉 https://www.cafre.ac.uk/business-courses/basics-in-equine-parasite-management/

Please share this post with anyone who owns, manages or cares for horses and may benefit from this valuable training.

09/07/2026

🐴 Want to improve your horse’s health through better parasite control? 🐴

Join CAFRE’s FREE online course – Basics in Equine Parasite Management and gain practical, evidence-based knowledge to help you make informed decisions for your horses. Learn about common equine parasites, effective monitoring and testing methods, grassland management practices, and the latest guidance on parasite control.

Starting on the 14th September

✅ 2-week online course
✅ Study at a time that suits you
✅ Online discussions, quizzes and learning resources included
✅ Ideal for anyone involved in horse management
✅ FREE to attend

Whether you own one horse or manage a larger yard, this course will help you develop a more sustainable and effective approach to parasite management.

📅 Register today:
https://www.cafre.ac.uk/business-courses/basics-in-equine-parasite-management/

Are you interested in developing your knowledge of managing parasite burden in horses? Apply now for this online course.

07/07/2026

🐴 Booking is now open!

Join us for Lost Principles, New Understandings – a practical and informative equine event exploring the latest thinking in horse health, nutrition and management.

📅 Friday 11 September
🕙 10.00am – 4.45pm
📍 Irish National Stud

Whether you're a horse owner, breeder, trainer, equine professional or simply passionate about horse welfare, this event will provide evidence-based insights you can put into practice.

Topics include:
🌾 Practical Equine Nutrition
🦠 What Makes a Healthy Gut?
🐎 Feeding & Behaviour

Delivered by ECHO (Equine Collaboration for Health and Outreach), this event brings together expertise from:
• CAFRE Campus, Enniskillen
• Irish Equine Centre
• Teagasc
• Irish National Stud
• University of Limerick
• University College Dublin School of Veterinary Medicine

Together, these partners are committed to promoting sustainable equine health through education, outreach and practical support for everyone involved in horse care and management.

🎟️ Places are now available – book early to secure yours. https://teagasc.clr.events/event/139743:lost-principles-new-understandings-practical-equine-nutrition-microbiome-behaviour

25/06/2026

A great day being organised by BHS Ireland this Saturday. The CAFRE Be Worm Wise team will be there ready to answer any questions you might have. One not to be missed.

Don't Miss Attending this Special Day on Saturday!!
🐴 BHS Ireland Equine Futures Day 🐴
A holistic approach to horse management for a healthier future

Join us for a day of learning, inspiration and practical solutions to help you care for your horses, your land and the environment for generations to come.

📅 Saturday 27 June 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Shanaghan Hill Farm, Katesbridge
🍵Coffee/Tea and homemade scones served to start the day

You will learn about:-
Managing your land- sustainable land management for long-term productivity and biodiversity
Soil Health – Build healthy soil, improve fertility and support resilient pastures
Pasture Management – maximise pasture quality and utilisation for optimal horse health
Parasite Management – understand the parasite life cycle and implement effective control strategies
Training Holistically – develop willing partners through kind, consistent and holistic training methods
Holistic Treatments – Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Physiotherapy and Integrated Care

Together let’s build a sustainable future for our horses and our land.

This day will count as 3 CPD Points for BHS Accredited Professional Coaches.

Cost £15 per person

Click on the link to book your place
https://buytickets.at/bhsireland/2257525

23/06/2026

📣 Please Share – A Fantastic Opportunity for Early-Career Farriers and Their Employers/Mentors! 📣

Taking place Friday 26th June

Are you a newly qualified farrier, currently in training, or in the early years of your farriery career? Then this event is for you! CAFRE Enniskillen Campus, in partnership with the Northern Ireland Farriery Association (NIFA), is hosting The Thinking Farrier – Early Career Development Day on Friday 26 June 2026, featuring internationally renowned farrier Cody Gregory.

This free, hands-on CPD event is designed to help farriers develop confidence in real-world decision-making through practical demonstrations, interactive workshops and discussion-based learning.

✅ Free to attend
✅ Learn from internationally respected farrier Cody Gregory
✅ Practical demonstrations
✅ Networking and professional development opportunities

We would particularly encourage employers, master farriers, mentors, and anyone involved in supporting or educating new entrants to the profession to attend alongside their trainees.

Your support plays a vital role in developing the next generation of farriers, and this event provides an excellent opportunity to learn together and share experiences.

📍 CAFRE Enniskillen Campus
📅 Friday 26 June 2026

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with colleagues, trainees, apprentices, employers and anyone connected to the farriery industry.

🔗 Find out more and register: https://www.cafre.ac.uk/events/the-thinking-farrier-early-career-development-day/

Enniskillen Campus, in collaboration with the Northern Ireland Farriery Association is hosting hands-on farriery training on 25 June 2026

23/06/2026

📣 Please Share – A Fantastic Opportunity for Early-Career Farriers and Their Employers/Mentors! 📣
Are you a newly qualified farrier, currently in training, or in the early years of your farriery career? Then this event is for you! CAFRE Enniskillen Campus, in partnership with the Northern Ireland Farriery Association (NIFA), is hosting The Thinking Farrier – Early Career Development Day on Friday 26 June 2026, featuring internationally renowned farrier Cody Gregory.

This free, hands-on CPD event is designed to help farriers develop confidence in real-world decision-making through practical demonstrations, interactive workshops and discussion-based learning.

✅ Free to attend
✅ Learn from internationally respected farrier Cody Gregory
✅ Practical demonstrations
✅ Networking and professional development opportunities

We would particularly encourage employers, master farriers, mentors, and anyone involved in supporting or educating new entrants to the profession to attend alongside their trainees.

Your support plays a vital role in developing the next generation of farriers, and this event provides an excellent opportunity to learn together and share experiences.

📍 CAFRE Enniskillen Campus
📅 Friday 26 June 2026

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with colleagues, trainees, apprentices, employers and anyone connected to the farriery industry.

🔗 Find out more and register: https://www.cafre.ac.uk/events/the-thinking-farrier-early-career-development-day/

Enniskillen Campus, in collaboration with the Northern Ireland Farriery Association is hosting hands-on farriery training on 25 June 2026