Racing Welfare’s Nicki Strong Passes Away
Tributes have been paid to Nicki Strong, Head of Communications and Marketing at Racing Welfare, who passed away suddenly at her home in Andover on 5 October 2025, aged 41.
Nicki was widely admired across the UK’s equestrian and charity sectors for her professionalism, warmth, and passion for horses.
- She led key initiatives such as the Castle to Abbey Challenge, a nationwide fundraising walk which raised more than £100,000 earlier this year.
- She oversaw campaigns promoting mental health awareness in the racing industry and produced a number of acclaimed charity videos.
Chief Executive of Racing Welfare, Dawn Goodfellow, said the charity was “absolutely heartbroken” at her passing, describing Nicki as “never happier than when she was with horses” and “a wonderful communicator who made an enormous contribution to our work and to racing as a whole.
Author's summary: Nicki Strong passed away at 41, leaving a legacy in racing welfare.