Rest In Peace, Piglet
A very special, very sad message from Jeanette, our CEO: Dear All, My heart is utterly broken. We have had to say our final goodbyes to Piglet, the Terror of the Chilterns, himself. Early one morning he developed an extremely…
A very special, very sad message from Jeanette, our CEO: Dear All, My heart is utterly broken. We have had to say our final goodbyes to Piglet, the Terror of the Chilterns, himself. Early one morning he developed an extremely…
Discover, Connect, and Celebrate Summer with Us! As the summer holidays begin, we’re excited to invite you to enjoy a season full of discovery, connection and of course, horses! From Wednesday 23rd July to Sunday 7th September, our gates will…
Frank is just four years old - a young, beautiful Friesian x donkey mule who, until recently, had known nothing but neglect. Found in appalling conditions and suffering from a truly horrific mass, Frank has now been rescued and is…
It is with deep love and gratitude that we remember the life of Stanley, a true gentleman and one of the gentlest souls ever to grace our herd. Born in 1993, Stanley lived an incredible 32 years – a testament…
What a day it was! Horses, Hounds and Heroes 2025 was nothing short of spectacular. Thanks to your overwhelming support, we’re thrilled to share that we welcomed almost 2,000 visitors and raised an incredible £32,000 — all to help us…
The Horse Trust is delighted to welcome three remarkable horses – Jezz, Vella and Bill – into their forever home in the peaceful Chiltern Hills, where they will enjoy a well-deserved retirement after years of extraordinary service in equine-assisted therapy…
The Horse Trust is delighted to announce a successful and heartwarming collaboration with the Society of Equestrian Artists (SEA), who have raised an incredible £1,500 through their “Secret Postcards” fundraiser – an annual initiative where SEA members donate original postcard-sized…
We are heartbroken to share the news that we have said goodbye to our beautiful resident and former Royal Mews horse, Londonderry, at the age of 17. Londonderry was one of our cherished Windsor Greys, bred at The Royal Mews…
From South Africa’s show rings to the peaceful fields of the Chiltern Hills, Zara has always followed her heart when it comes to horses. Now working as our Training Coordinator, she combines her teaching background, equine knowledge, and a sprinkle…
HRH The Princess Royal visited The Horse Trust recently to find out about the Weigh To Win Healthiest Body Condition Awards—a pioneering initiative promoting healthier body condition in show horses and ponies. Over 50 shows are set to host the…
We’re delighted to introduce Shadow, one of the newest ponies you can now sponsor at The Horse Trust. At 18 years old, Shadow is a charming Shetland Pony with a gentle soul and a story that reminds us why your…
We’re saddened to share that Jaipur, one of our much-loved retired Household Cavalry residents, has sadly passed away at the age of 22. Although he was only with us for a short time, Jaipur touched the hearts of everyone who…
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of one of our cherished residents, former Police Scotland horse Orcadia, at the age of 27. He lived a full and remarkable life. Fondly known as Jester or “Mr Brown”…
If you’re visiting us on a weekend, you might spot a friendly face around the yard – that’s Trish, our wonderful Visitor Engagement Ambassador! With a lifelong passion for horses and many years of carriage driving experience, Trish is thrilled…
At The Horse Trust, we’ve always believed that every horse deserves a safe and loving place to rest, recover, and simply be a horse. Thanks to your kindness, horses like Kahlo, Poppy, and Zara are now thriving here in Buckinghamshire…
Join us from Thursday 15 to Sunday 19 May | Stands G500 & G502 (by the Food Hall) We’re thrilled to be back at this year’s Royal Windsor Horse Show, one of the highlights of the equestrian calendar – and…
We are delighted to welcome Inverness, a much-loved 20-year-old Clydesdale from Police Scotland’s Mounted Unit, into retirement at The Horse Trust. Standing at an impressive 17hh, Inverness is one of the most iconic figures in mounted policing from the last…
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to one of our oldest and most beloved residents. Bob, our much-adored Shetland pony, has passed away peacefully at the remarkable age of 34. Bob first arrived at The Horse Trust…
Join us on Sunday 29 June 2025, from 12pm to 5pm, for Horses, Hounds & Heroes – The Horse Trust’s annual summer fundraising event, hosted at our Home of Rest for Horses in Speen, Buckinghamshire. This much-loved family day out…
We’re thrilled to introduce our new residents: Bowker, Kelbrook and Scooby – three incredible horses who’ve dedicated their lives to serving the public and are now beginning a new chapter in the beautiful Chiltern Hills.
This month, we sat down with Poppy, our Marketing and Design Executive. Poppy has been with us for over two years, originally starting in a different role as part of the Equine Care Team. She’s now been able to combine…
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to another of our beloved residents. Shamrock spent eight wonderful years in our care, touching the hearts of countless people during that time. We bid a very fond farewell to Shamrock…
We’re thrilled to welcome three magnificent new residents to our Sponsorship scheme – Meg, Max and Atlas! All three gentle giants served the public before retiring to the peaceful surroundings of our Home of Rest for Horses in the Chiltern…
It is with great sorrow that we share the passing of our beloved Longbow at the age of 19. Some horses arrive at our Home of Rest for Horses, and it feels as though they were always meant to find…