The Lord-Lieutenant, Lady Colgrain, was delighted to visit Saracen Horse Feeds in Aylesford to present the company with the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in the International Trade category, on behalf of His Majesty The King. The presentation ceremony was attended by Deputy Lieutenant Marian Boswall, who read the official Grant of Appointment, and the Lord-Lieutenant’s Cadet, Cadet Sergeant Lucy Bryant, who supported the Lord-Lieutenant at the event.


In her address, Lady Colgrain congratulated the Saracen Horse Feeds team on their outstanding achievement, saying,
“A great deal of dedication and effort by everyone in the team goes into achieving and maintaining the success recognised by this Award. Having the right people in a business guarantees that a company not only succeeds and grows, but also delivers at the highest level. Each of you has demonstrated an exceptional ability to innovate, adapt, and lead in a competitive global market.”


Lady Colgrain praised the company’s commitment to producing high-quality, scientifically formulated horse feeds, and highlighted the positive impact Saracen Horse Feeds has made both in Kent and internationally. She added, “It is therefore with great pride that I am here, on His Majesty The King’s behalf, to bring heartfelt congratulations and thanks to you all for what you have contributed – not just to Kent, but to the international equestrian community. Your dedication and success exemplify the very best that can be achieved, and I hope that this award will bring you the ever-wider recognition that you so richly deserve.” The King’s Award for Enterprise is the UK’s highest accolade for business success, recognising outstanding achievement in areas such as innovation and international trade. Lady Colgrain was honoured to present the award to Saracen Horse Feeds, celebrating the company’s remarkable contribution to the county and to the wider equestrian world. The Lord-Lieutenant extends her warmest congratulations to everyone at Saracen Horse Feeds on this well-deserved recognition.