The NFED is a small, family-run business operating under the partnership name CK Art – NFED, created for fellow equestrian enthusiasts. Based in the New Forest village of Sway, we’ve been proudly serving the equestrian community since 1999.

Claire originally qualified as a nurse, but her natural talent and deep love for painting soon took centre stage. She left nursing to pursue a full-time career as an artist, specialising in equine and animal subjects, along with evocative New Forest landscapes. You can explore her work at www.clairekitcher.com. Claire is also an accomplished rider, having competed in the New Forest Boxing Day Point-to-Point—winning on Briar (Yewtree Slipaway) and placing second on Yewtree Good Vibrations.

Steve’s career has spanned roles as a motorcycle mechanic and Chemical Process Operator. Driven by a lifelong passion for building and creating, he’s crafted everything from a Rickman Honda 750 and Rickman Ranger kit car to a pony cart—just a few of many hands-on projects.
That same curiosity eventually led him into website design, with the original NFED built on a computer he assembled himself at home. We have previously bred New Forest ponies under the “Brushwood” prefix. Our horses are kept on our own land in Wootton.

Claire on Briar, New Forest Boxing day point to point and playing at Rockbourne. Pedigree

The NFED is run entirely from our home, allowing us to offer a uniquely personal service without the constraints of office hours. With minimal overheads, we’re able to keep costs low and update the site frequently—often several times a day, all year round. Few platforms can match this level of responsiveness, which is one of the key reasons the NFED has flourished over the years

Steve on his horse Star (Copsem Cambridge Starburst). Pedigree Sire TB x Welsh Section D. Dam Anglo Arab
The Weirs Drift 2012. Photo copyright Sally Fear

We charge only a minimal fee to cover essential costs, never use third-party advertising, and never sell user data. This approach allows us to pass savings directly on to our users—offering exceptional value to advertisers and contributors alike.

Since its launch, the NFED has earned several accolades, including proud recognition as a runner-up in the Hampshire Web Awards 2007.

Our mission is to support every aspect of horse ownership and riding across the central southern region, with a strong commitment to promoting the New Forest and championing commoning wherever possible.

Claire with her current horse, Rion (Orions Sunset). Pedigree

We hope you enjoy using the NFED and always welcome your comments and suggestions. If you value what we do, the best way to support us is by sharing the site with others and helping spread the word.

Warm regards

Steve & Claire Kitcher

Claire and Steve on their old horses, Mitch and Briar.
Hats were only removed for the photo!

Claire's prints are available from Red Bubble through her website: www.clairekitcher.com

For anyone interested in the technical side!

We have a dedicated server hosted in London by UK2

Domains
nfed.co.uk
newforestpony.co.uk
newforestequinedirectory.co.uk
nfedclassifieds.co.uk

Social
Facebook @nfed.co.uk
X (Twitter) @nfed_equestrian

Payments
Shopping Cart by RomanCart
Payments processed by Paypal