MARYLAND

Maryland, or Mary for short, joined us in March 2022 after a wonderful career serving at the Royal Mews.

Mary, a 16.2hh Cleveland Bay was one of the horses used to pick up high commissioners and ambassadors presenting their credentials to the late Queen Elizabeth II. Whilst serving, Mary worked as a State ceremonial carriage horse, taking part in many important events such as State visits, State Openings of Parliament and Trooping the Colour. She even pulled the carriage on many occasions with fellow Horse Trust resident, Sydney!

Upon arrival, Mary was described to us as a little ‘tricky’ but ‘really gentle’ and ‘lovely’. Mary has settled in very well and enjoys playing with her herd mates when she isn’t greeting visitors on our open days, where she loves nothing more than a fuss and lots of attention.