Sudden Loss Shocks All
Rest in Peace Olaf ... On the 17th June 2015, one year old Olaf passed away at the Royal Veterinary College. He had become poorly with a variety of symptoms and was under the vet when he suffered a massive…
Horses, Hounds & Heroes 2015
We thoroughly enjoy holding our annual Horses, Hounds & Heroes Day event as we always get some great feedback from all our visitors. Our Horses, Hounds & Heroes day was once again a resounding success and we hope that we…
Marathon Success
Congratulations to everyone who took part in the London Marathon this year! We would especially like to acknowledge Claire Twigg, who took part and raised £876 for The Horse Trust, and £670 for Hula Animal Rescue. Claire is a Metropolitan…
Royal Windsor Horse Show 2015
At the Royal Windsor Horse Show this year, Mr Twister, aka Bert, had the honour of being ceremonially retired to us at The Horse Trust from The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery where he has served as the Parade Commander's…
National Equine Health Survey
The National Equine Health Survey, supported by Zoetis and Spillers and in partnership with BEVA opens on Monday 18th May for one week only. This is the only survey that looks at the general health of our horses, ponies, donkeys…
Shocking Sudden Loss: Rest in Peace Red
It is with a heavy heart that we tell you of a very sudden and sad loss. Little Red who was rescued from Spindles Farm in 2008, along with 100 other horses, ponies and donkeys, an horrific place where the…
Rest in Peace Venture
Rest in peace, Venture. As a Home of Rest for retired equine civil servants we have more than our fair share of goodbyes. It is our duty and our privilege to care for these wonderful horses in their twilight years…
Help one of our funded researchers with their research project!
As part of our grant funding programme, we have recently funded a research project which focuses on anthelmintic (dewormer) resistance and the distribution of worms in horses across the UK. This project aims to identify if any issues arise from…
Stay vigilant: Warning to horse owners over atypical myopathy
National Equine Welfare Council members have joined forces to remind owners to stay vigilant against atypical myopathy this spring. With the Universite de Liege recording 97 known cases of Atypical Myopathy in the UK during 2014 and ongoing concerns from…
2015 Alfie: Sad farewell to a very special horse
Our lovely Alfie of the Met Police has been put to sleep after suffering a catastrophic fracture to his leg. Alfie was an absolute sweetie and we so wished him a long, long retirement but it wasn't to be. Here…
Control of Horses Bill is to become law
The Horse Trust is pleased to report the Control of Horses Bill has been passed Bill by the House of Lords and will soon become law. The equine and country sectors have been working together, with the support of enforcement…
Farewell Ganemedes
Our gorgeous Ganemedes, the 15.3hh little chap of the Met Police, has said his final farewell. This 16 year old little dynamo had served as a police horse in the capital for 11 years and was honoured with a royal…
The Horse Trust delivers first CPD course on equine behaviour modification for vets and nurses
The Horse Trust has delivered the UK’s first CPD courses on equine behaviour modification techniques for vets and veterinary nurses. The one-day courses were held on 25th and 26th November 2014 at The Horse Trust’s Home of Rest for Horses…
The Spirit Of Windsor
After spending the past six months at Windsor as resident artist Jeremy Houghton unveils his latest exhibition ‘The Spirit of Windsor’ at The Osborne Studio Gallery on Wednesday 15th October in aid of The Horse Trust. With many beautiful sketches…
Equine Behaviour Modification Techniques
On the 25th and 26th November 2014 The Horse Trust will be running two new, one day CPD courses for equine veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses on equine behaviour modification techniques. Practitioners can enhance their skills in handling difficult horses…
Freda and Felix
Freda and her foal Felix arrived with us back in March this year. We couldn't talk about them until now for legal reasons but it is now time to share their story with you. Five year old Freda and her…
Six months after arrival Polly is well enough to meet the herd
Rescue horse Polly, the sole survivor of the three emaciated horses found abandoned in Chalfont St. Peter, Buckinghamshire in February is finally well enough to be introduced to the herd after six months of constant care by the welfare team.…
Summer 2014 Newsletter
Summer 2014 newsletter is available to read online Our summer 2014 newsletter is now available to read online. There are details about Teddy's 2nd birthday party ( You are invited !) and you can find out where we will be…
Sad Loss of Titan
We are very sad to have to announce the loss of our beloved Titan, formally of Thames Valley Police. We are all devastated to have lost such a beloved gentle giant who at 18.3hh was one of our biggest in…
Forces TV visits the Home of Rest for Horses
Take 10 relaxing minutes to watch Rosie Laydon's beautiful film of her first visit to our Home of Rest for Horses on behalf of FORCES TV.
Blue Cross National Equine Health Survey
This year’s Blue Cross National Equine Health Survey is now live The Blue Cross National Equine Health Survey is the only survey that looks at the general health of our horses, ponies, donkeys and mules in the UK. It aims…
Success for The Horse Trust at the Royal Windsor Horse Show 2014
This was our first year attending The Royal Windsor Horse Show 2014, a truly international event in a beautiful setting, in the grounds of Windsor Castle. Over the 5 days the programme includes International Show Jumping, International Dressage, International Carriage…
Horses Hounds and Heroes
A fun day for all the family - dogs included! For more details on this great day out, please visit the event's page. Sunday 8th June - 12pm to 5pm Entrance: £5 per car.
Polly gets a new neighbour and enjoys her first bath
Rescued mare, Polly, who came to The Horse Trust in an emaciated state back in February, has made another new friend. Polly is now allowed to graze out in a small paddock all day and her new daytime neighbour is…
