Following an abandonment, five young colts were taken in by Bransby Horses, just in time for Valentine’s Day last year.

Every equine that arrives at Bransby Horses requires a training and handling regime tailored specifically to them, with some more complex than others.

Remus, Tonks and Miriam, whose story was featured in Bransby Life, have recently moved to our Visitor Centre.

In July 2025, the heartbreaking decision was made to euthanise a beloved resident of Bransby Horses, Toby the mule. 

A rescue pony is adjusting to a new way of life after having his eye removed following an accident.   Back in February of this year, Welsh cob Ginge severely injured...

When January’s weather brought a barrage of heavy rain and severe flooding to Lincolnshire, Bransby Horses were called to help rescue a group of horses trapped in a flooded field….

Summer is officially here which can only mean one thing – our donkey herds are back in their paddocks.  Every winter we bring all our herds in to live in…

The pitter patter of tiny hooves has caused huge excitement here at Bransby Horses.  While it’s not unusual for foals from rescued mares to be born with us, the arrival…

A pony who came close to death on more than one occasion has found a new home just in time for Christmas. Little Bert, a blue and white Fallabella Shetland…

We must announce the very sad loss of our beloved miniature donkey, Apache. He was 22 years old and had complex dental issues affecting his ability to eat. As one…

Benny the donkey is looking for love after struggling to find a suitable partner since he arrived at Bransby Horses over a year ago. Donkeys live in herds but like…

We have been busy this month moving the donkey herds back into their summer paddocks. Every day over the next few weeks the donkeys are hand walked from their winter…

One of our most popular donkeys is recovering well after undergoing surgery to remove a cluster of cancerous lumps on her ear. Matilda, who is a nine-year-old, skewbald (brown and…

We are extremely sad to announce the loss of our much loved Sponsorship Star, Saratoga. A retired police horse, the 16.2hh chestnut warmblood was euthanased under veterinary advice due to…

From the uncertain beginnings of surviving on a landfill site to becoming a much loved and cared for pony – it’s fair to say Bransby Horses’ Stig has had an…

Despite being close to death, a pony found in an appalling state in Lutton Marsh near Holbeach is now doing well. Bert, a blue and white Fallabella Shetland stallion, was…