Hall of Fame – eurofarrier.com

Dennis Leveillard

France

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Started his own business in 1974
His experience and common-sense approach to horse shoeing is widely respected.
Earned enormous respect specialising in Orthopaedics and Equine Hoof Pathology.
Spent the last ten years in trade teaching students in Farriery schools and colleges
Denis was one of the founding fathers of EFFA and the second President from 2000 to 2003.
Honorary President of the Union Francaise Des Maréchauxferrants
Working within EFFA and is a valued and respected member of the Accreditation Board.

Having been shoeing for over forty years
He has trained many apprentices
Held the post as chairman of the Danish Farriery organisation was there at the start of EFFA where he started working on horse welfare thirty years ago.
EFFA President from 2011 to 2012.
Became the chairman of the Accreditation Board
Flemming has always worked towards better education for farriers and horse welfare

Flemming Christensen

Denmark

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Hans Castelijns

Switzerland

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Global reputation as podiatry expert and international speaker being able to lecture in six different languages.
Combines the educations of both farriery and veterinary medicine his understanding of practical application of podiatry concepts is exceptional.
One of his most important contributions to Practical farriery is the development of the Castelijns Digital Extension Device.
Works as a professional farrier since 1987 and as a veterinarian, specialized in equine podiatry, since 1999
Numerous publications and speaking engagements at Veterinary and Farriery conferences
Hans Castilians is past president of the Italian Association of Equine Podiatry
Is a member of the International Equine Veterinarian Hall of Fame

Having been shoeing for over forty years
He has trained many apprentices
Held the post as chairman of the English Farriery organisation. Always a teacher, David has trained over twenty-four apprentices, all to the same high standards
added to the International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame run by the American Farriers Association.
Developing a common basic standard of competence in farriery, to improve the welfare of the horse by encouraging the highest standards of trimming and shoeing in Europe and beyond.
In 2016 David was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Farriers Foundation Charity in the UK. He is very popular at dinner functions and can always gather a big group of people around him by producing a large round Stilton Cheese that he would gladly cut a piece for anyone who wants some, and it is usually a big crowd. David has been a large part of European farriery, a Teacher, Examiner, Competitor, Judge and friend.

David Gully FWCF

United Kingdom

Miles Williamson-Noble, stands as a respected figure in the realm of farriery
As the former Registrar and Secretary of the European Federation of Farriers Associations (EFFA), and time spent with the Farrier’s Registration Council, his contributions have left an indelible mark on the profession, ensuring its evolution and recognition in modern times.
One of Miles pivotal contributions was the implementation of a national accreditation system that culminated in the prestigious title of Certified Euro Farrier.
One of his most notable achievements is the formulation of the common standards of farriery for Europe.
His work has not only standardized and professionalized the craft across Europe but also highlighted the essential role of farriery in equine welfare.
Through his vision, dedication, and relentless pursuit of excellence, he has secured a place of honor in the annals of farriery

Miles Williamson-Noble

United Kingdom

Veterinary Doctor, Official FEI Veterinarian, President of the Polish Farriers Association

Education: Tadeusz Reytan High School, Warsaw; Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Warsaw University of Life Sciences (graduated 1968); Specialist in Equine Diseases (1997)

Professional Career: 1969: Began work at the Horse Hospital, State Horse Racing Tracks; 1976–1989: Chief and Head of Veterinary Care Department for racehorses at Warsaw Veterinary Institute; Since 1989: Own business focused on treatment, training, and transport of horses; Veterinary care for national teams; Participation in international events, including Olympic Games and World Championships

Expertise & Experience: Lifelong dedication to horses; Extensive collaboration with farrier

Leadership & Contributions: President of the Polish Veterinary Association (two terms); Founder and current President of the Polish Farriers Association; Major role in professionalizing the farrier industry in Poland; Strong advocate of cooperation between veterinarians and farrier

Janusz Okoński

Poland

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Dennis Leveillard

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Flemming Christensen

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Hans Castelijns

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David Gully FWCF

Miles Williamson-Noble

Janusz Okoński

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