We are backing Keeping Britain’s Horses Healthy Equine Flu Awareness (EFAW) campaign from October 9 -15. This will be a social media campaign aimed at educating and encouraging horse owners to vaccinate their horses, whether they are permanently on a yard or out competing, with an emphasis on the impact flu can have on equines….

We were over the moon to be able to welcome over 70 supporters for an exclusive look behind the scenes at our annual VIP day earlier this month. With around 35 people across both days, our guests enjoyed five individually tailored sessions, showcasing the work we do and of course, the very special equines their donations…

This week we are hosting a free information event aimed at horse and landowners addressing the legalities of the issues affecting them, such as equine passport requirements and how fly grazing laws work. It will be the last talk in our Make A Difference series, which has covered a number of topics from laminitis to…

Possibly the best value pumpkin picking patch in Lincolnshire will return to Bransby Horses this autumn. Pecan’s Pumpkin Patch will be open throughout the month of October, where for just £3 visitors can choose the perfect Halloween squash to take home with them. We are committed to improving equine welfare and we are excited to…

A pony found tied to the front gates of an industrial site unit in Doncaster is doing well, now he is safe in our care at Bransby Horses. Workers arrived at S.I.M Warehouse and Logistics Company on Shaw Lane Industrial Estate to find the pony looking bewildered but otherwise calm. They created a holding pen…

We are hosting an event for horse and landowners looking at the legalities of issues affecting them, such as equine passport requirements and how fly grazing laws work. It will be the last talk in our Make A Difference series this year, which has covered a number of topics from laminitis to grass land management….

We are turning to our supporters for help to replace crucial pieces of rescue kit. An increase in cases which require specialist items to safely remove animals from dangerous situations of neglect and abandonment has taken its toll on our equipment. We’re currently running out of the basic but vital items needed to remove equines…

We are proving a popular destination for dogs – and their owners – with almost one and half thousand four legged visitors coming to see us in the last six months. As one of the UK’s largest horse sanctuaries and leading equine welfare charities near Lincoln, we welcome visitors – and their dogs – to…

With the second £1,000 draw fast approaching we are asking our supporters if they could spare a minute to nominate us for this year’s Movement for Good Awards. Nominations need to be in by midnight on Wednesday, September 6 to make sure Bransby Horses are in the running. Earlier this year 150 organisations were handed…

After a thorough and rigorous judging process, this week it was revealed that Bransby Horses were among the shortlisted businesses, organisations, and individuals for the Destination Lincolnshire Awards. This list of finalists is described by the award organisers as a showcase of those that have demonstrated outstanding innovation, commitment, and leadership in the tourism industry…

Limiting an equines’ grazing is advisable as the wet, warm weather is proving ideal conditions for lush grass to grow. An exceptionally wet July has led to an increase in grass and many ponies, which would normally be living on sparse pastures, are in real danger of developing painful conditions such as laminitis if they…

Equines are generally better at dealing with the heat than humans but, there are a few factors to consider if you are caring for one during a heatwave. Bransby Horses’ Heatwave Tips  Make sure there is shelter: This could be a manmade polytunnel or purpose-built wooden shelter, tree or hedge offering good shade during the…

We know managing a horse’s weight can be an uphill struggle and have been sharing our knowledge with owners on how to set-up a track, grazing system, to help with this. Here at Bransby Horses we have been using this system to maintain our equines who are more naturally prone to weight gain. Our first track system information evening…

We are appealing to horse owners to donate any unwanted horse or pony rugs to us. As a charity we sell equestrian equipment through Ebay and in our onsite second-hand goods store and a high demand for outdoor, turnout rugs has left our stock levels low. All the funds raised from rug sales go directly…

One rather sad donkey called Benny arrived at Bransby Horses just over a year ago, following the death of his field companion. Much like Arnold Schwarzenegger’s donkey – who lives with a pony – Benny had lived with a horse for many years and so found it hard to form a pair bond with his…