Master saddler? Shrops/Cheshire/Hereford?!

[starryeyed]

Evening all, hope you're having a good weekend.

I was just wondering if anyone could recommend me a master saddler, who would either come out to me (I'm in Shropshire but happy to pay for their fuel costs) or who I could box my horse to?
I know that Andy Wheals is by far the best in the area but I also know that due to his popularity he always has an extremely long waiting list and the saddle in question needs adjusting ASAP!

Although I'm in Shropshire I would travel to the closer "edges" of Cheshire / Herefordshire & even Staffs if it meant it could get altered soon. I know the horse boutique in Leominster has a master saddler, but don't know of anyone who has used them?

Would be extremely grateful for any recommendations (or who-to-avoid's by PM) x

 

[starryeyed]

Oh dear, is there really no one?!

 

[Alec Swan]

I'm sorry that you're struggling, and whilst not wishing to make matters worse, I'd point out that there's a world of difference between someone who's a member of the Master Saddler's Association, and it's open to anyone, and someone who actually is, a Master Saddler.

I'd advise all those who are seeking the opinion of an experienced saddler, to enquire as to their status. Most tack shops will be members of the MSA, but Master Saddlers, they ain't!

Alec.

 

[spacefaer]

Couldn't agree more Alec.

Have pmd you starryeyed

 

[starryeyed]

Thank you so much both - have replied to you spacefaer x

 

[Sunshine]

Stephanie Bradley at Freedom Saddlery is over that way. She lives Cheshire/Welsh borders and is a Master Saddler.