Dobby’s Fight
New resident Dobby is currently in a fight for his life. Please read on to help us help him and give him all the love and care he deserves. This month marks 135 years since The Horse Trust was born…
RIP Vienna
We are incredibly saddened to announce that another one of our beautiful residents has grown their wings and flown over the bridge for the very…
Anniversary Magazine
We're delighted to inform you that our latest edition of The Horse Trust magazine is now ready for you to read! This special edition is…
Harry Hall Partnership
We’re still riding by Harry Hall. Harry Hall has been helping equestrians for over 130 years. Through thick and thin they’ve been there,...
Samson’s Leg Injury
We have an interesting treatment our vet, Nicky is currently undertaking with Samson, formerly of South Wales Police. We’re really sad to report that Samson picked up a very serious tendon injury whilst out in the field and it is…
Welcome, Jupiter!
We're delighted to welcome another new resident through our stable doors, the very handsome Jupiter! 18-year old Jupiter (centre in the above photo), joins us after serving for over 12 years in The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment Blues and Royals…
Introducing Serendipity
We’re delighted to introduce you to another new recruit here at The Horse Trust. Please meet 10-year old Serendipity (stable name Hades), formerly of The Kings Troop Royal Horse Artillery (KTRHA). KTRHA is Her Majesty The Queen’s mounted ceremonial saluting battery. …
Farewell, Esmerelda
It is with the upmost sadness that we have to let you know about the passing of Esmerelda aka Bumble Bee at the tender age of 12. Bumble Bee, as she was affectionately known, a Welsh Section D standing at…
Welcome, Orla!
We are delighted to introduce our newest arrival at The Horse Trust, Orla, formerly of the Metropolitan Police. Standing at 17.2hh, this beautiful mare has had quite the career. Orla served at numerous public order and ceremonial events across London…
Farewell, Burniston
It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Burniston, at the age of 29. Burniston was a beautiful Irish Draught X standing at 16.2hh and served both in the Defence Animal Training Regiment and…
Goodnight Bronwen
The Horse Trust is heartbroken to announce that our little fighter Bronwen, who we rescued with her filly foal Seren last year from the streets of Swansea, has passed away. Standing at just 10hh, when she came to us she…
Horse Trust Legends
To celebrate our 135th anniversary this year (10 May), we’re counting down to the big day with a series of ‘Horse Trust Legends’ posts on our Facebook page. Every Wednesday we will be revealing one of our 10 legend horses…
RIP Uncle George
The Horse Trust is heart-broken to announce the passing of our oldest resident, Uncle George, at the age of 43. After many years at Battersea Children’s zoo, George came to us with Briar the donkey back in 2004. George has…
Strangles Awareness Week 2021
The Horse Trust is proud to be joining forces with some of the UK’s largest equine welfare organisations, in supporting Strangles Awareness Week 2021. Taking place on 3-9 May, this national week of action aims to promote better biosecurity and…
Take our Valentine’s Quiz!
Take Our Valentine's Quiz - Find Your Sponsorship Soulmate Find your perfect match with our Valentine’s Quiz! Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and our beloved sponsor residents have so much love to give. This year we thought it…
Coronavirus – COVID-19
We want to keep you informed about our response to COVID-19 and the changing government guidelines. Due to the Covid-19 guidance issued by the Government, our sanctuary in Speen is closed to visitors until further notice, in line with national…
Christmas-Raffle-2020
The Horse Trust's 2020 Christmas Raffle - Winners Announced! Thank you to everybody who bought a ticket for our online Christmas raffle. We will be starting to contact winners from tomorrow but you can help us out by checking…
Farewell, Mull
Rest in peace, Mull It is with great regret and sadness that The Horse Trust must announce that our much-loved resident, Mull, was put to sleep at the impressive age of 24 years. Mull arrived at The Horse Trust…
Our Winter 2020 Newsletter is here!
If you've signed-up to receive the The Horse Trust newsletter, then keep an eye out for our latest issue! The Horse Trust Winter 2020 Newsletter will be arriving with you soon, and is packed full of fabulous stories and photos…
We’ll miss you, Millie
Rest in peace, Millie We are incredibly saddened to announce that another of our beloved family members has spread their wings – we had to say our final farewells to the beautiful Millie at the grand age of 26. We…
RIP Bud the Brave
RIP Bud We almost can’t believe we are writing this so soon after we lost our dear Iceini. It is with a heavy heart that very suddenly we had to say our final goodbyes to Bud, aged 21, who retired…
RIP Iceini
RIP Iceini It is with the heaviest of hearts that we inform you of the passing of a dear old friend. At 23 years old, we said our final goodbyes to Iceini after 12 wonderful years of retirement at The…
Farewell, Falstaff
Farewell, Falstaff It is with the utmost sadness that we must inform our loyal supporters of the news of Mr. Screwemtight's passing at the age of 20. Mr. Screwemtight (aka. Falstaff, or Fally) had been battling a serious tendon tear…
