Saddlery

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Saddlery at London’s environmental college

The British leather industries are growing at an exponential rate, with an estimated annual growth of £195 million and an estimated turnover of £1.14 billion. The success of these industries relies on superior quality, innovation and highly-skilled individuals.

Our leatherwork courses are taught through practical demonstrations and workshops in our dedicated studio, helping to provide students with the hand skills needed to pursue a career with a variety of employers such as luxury leather goods makers, equestrian suppliers, the British Army and fashion designers.

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  • Watch live talks and demonstrations
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Charlie's story

I really enjoyed the making aspects of my course. I now make bespoke leather goods for private clients and other companies, and I have also launched my own business selling made-to-order collections using leather sourced from British tanneries. Charlie studied saddlery during his time at the College.

Career prospects

Master Saddler

Master saddlers are trained, skilled and qualified to make and repair saddlery, ensuring a high quality of workmanship.

Harnessmaker

Harnessmakers craft harnesses and similar equipment for horses. They cut, assemble and join leather and other parts of the harness, following customer specifications regarding colour, thickness and size.

Loriner

A loriner makes and sells bits, bridles, spurs, stirrups and the minor metal items of a horse’s harness, together with the saddle tree.

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  • Bullsmoor Lane, Enfield, Middlesex, EN1 4RQ

    Tel: 0303 003 1234Map

  • By car: The Campus is situated just off junction 25 of the M25 and the A10 Southbound

    By rail: Served by Turkey Street Station (from Liverpool Street Station), the College is approximately 20 mins walk from Turkey Street

    By bus: Buses 217 and 317

Register for our Open Day

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Upcoming event

Saturday 22 March

Open Day

Explore your local campus from 10am to 3pm:
  • Meet our tutors and discuss courses
  • Apply for courses starting in September 2025