PARTNERS

FIRTH ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN

  • KBIS was first established in 1986 as a specialist bloodstock insurance provider under the trading name of Kershaw Bloodstock Insurance Services. In 1991, the company was acquired by Guy and Liz Prest, who expanded the business to include insurance cover for the riding and competition horse. At the end of 2020, KBIS was acquired by Specialist Risk Group (SRG) whose portfolio includes Lloyd’s broker Miles Smith and The Underwriting Exchange (TUE).

    Over the years KBIS has grown further to include Horsebox insurance, Liability insurance and specialist equestrian Property insurance. Despite our growth we have still maintained our focus on providing a personal and efficient service, which has helped us to become the largest independent equine insurance provider in the UK.


  • Our mission is to provide innovative, affordable and transparent insurance policies while delivering excellent customer service from our passionate, personal and professional team, alongside supporting the equestrian industry through sponsorship and partnerships.

    Innovation – Create new products inline with customer requirements.

    Transparent – Providing clear policy terms and conditions and a straight forward claims process.

    Affordable – Offering a range of cover levels to suit different budgets.

    Knowledgeable – All of our team are experts in their field.

    Passionate – We all have an active interest in the equestrian industry, with many of us owning and competing our own horses, allowing us to combine our hobby with our work.

  • KBIS's growth and customer loyalty has been built upon a company ethos of providing excellent customer service combined with a fast, efficient and fair claims process. The majority of our customers have been recommended to us by friends, vets or by word of mouth thanks to the good reputation we have worked hard to achieve. We ensure that our policies offer comprehensive cover and are transparent, so you are clear on the cover you have in place. All of our staff have equestrian knowledge or are experts in their fields so are able to answer any concerns or queries you may have.

    In addition we have always believed in trying to offer our customers continuity and so when possible, whether taking out a new policy or making a claim, if you choose, you can deal with the same person each time helping to make the process as quick and easy as possible. Importantly though, as horse owners, we understand our customers concerns and expectations and how much you value your horse and so will always do our best to work with you to achieve the best possible outcome.

FIRTH ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN

  • Specialists in ideation, concept design and planning


    • A specialist service providing free online design consultations to help clients maximise their property’s potential.

    Ideation and Concept Design.

    Experts in the ideation and concept design process using the latest technology to bring ideas to life.

    Planning and Final Design

    Guiding you through the planning process and bringing the best consultants together to help make your application a success.

  • Residential, Commercial, Equestrian and Interior.

  • We are registered with the Architects Registration Board (ARB), the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), the Information Commissioners Office (ICO) and Propertymark.

    We use RIBA and JCT contracts for consultants and contractors to ensure that you and your project are fully protected.

ARIA GRACE EQUINE LAW

  • We offer all participants in the equestrian industry affordable access to excellent lawyers with a deep understanding of the equestrian world. We seek to guide the industry as it professionalises, while supporting the development of equestrian sport and the maintenance of its social licence to operate. 

    Our Equine Law Services 

     Our breadth of expertise allows us to provide pragmatic, clear, commercial advice backed by our personal understanding of the equestrian community, to clients both in the UK and internationally. We are a full-service firm, advising both on commercial and corporate matters and disputes and regulatory issues.

    • Co-ownership and syndicate agreements for bloodstock and sport horses.

    • Sponsorship and brand ambassador agreements.

    • Event organiser agreements.

    • Business structure and commercial agreements.

    • Professional rider agreements.

    • Regulatory and Governance (including compliance with the UK Code for Sports Governance).

    • Stud agreements.

    • Auction terms.

    • Employment contracts and related issues.

    • Yard agreements, including livery and training agreements.

    • Sale, lease and loan agreements.

    • Manufacturing, supply and “white labelling” agreements.

    • Consultancy agreements.

    • Advertising and promotion.

    • Disputes over sales and ownership arrangements.

    • Professional negligence claims.

    • Selection Appeals

  • We work with all participants in the equestrian industry, from young professionals starting their businesses to established brands, and governing bodies to start-up companies offering all types of services to the equestrian market. With extensive experience of operating within businesses at a senior level, we are also well-placed to advise companies, owners and professionals on strategic matters, with discretion being paramount at all times. 

    We also offer advice and support in relation to any disputes or disagreements our clients may encounter, from mis-sales to dissolving ownership arrangements, defending and bringing professional negligence claims, and all other commercial contentious matters from inception to representation in court.

  • We have an in-depth understanding of the global market for competition horses with legal knowledge, skills and experience gained in respected top-tier law firms and the in-house legal departments of large PLCs. Both Jodie Seddon and Hannah Bradley have developed extensive equine law advisory practices in recent years, with Jodie focussing on corporate and commercial matters (gaining Chambers rankings in 2022 and 2023); whereas Hannah advises on all types of disputes, operating as The Equine Law Firm.

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    In July 2024 we joined forces to combine our market-leading knowledge and ensure that all clients benefit from a full-service law firm. Together with the support of Laura Hillier, we aim to ensure that top-class, pragmatic legal advice is readily accessible to all equestrian industry participants, to support their endeavours and protect their interests. 

    We count amongst our clients leading owners, riders, trainers, studs, national governing bodies, corporates, events, global brands and start-up organisations