Bransby Horses’ Tudor is celebrating with his foster carers at the College of West Anglia after bagging second place in a Preliminary 14 dressage test. Tudor, who is a 14.1hh cob, came to us in 2012. He had been abandoned and was very thin and worm infested. With care and treatment he started to thrive…

This January our veterinary team hosted two students from Surrey Vet School as part of its first equine charity elective. Jasmine Bunn and Katie McCauley have been working under the watchful eye of our Veterinary Advisor Jeremy Kemp-Symonds, as well as with the farriers, the dentist, and some of the equine care teams. Dr Kemp-Symonds…

A young pony left to fend for himself on a landfill site in Gainsborough has had a lucky escape. As our first rescue of the year, it is hoped this pony’s brush with danger will act as a reminder to all horse owners to keep their animal’s identity details up to date. No microchip was…

This weekend, Bransby Horses’ Veterinary Advisor and leading equine skin tumour (sarcoid) expert, Jeremy Kemp-Symonds, will be speaking at the British Student Equine Veterinary Association’s (BSEVA) annual congress. The BSEVA hopes to encourage veterinary students to explore the equine sector by offering a wide range of practicals, talks, trips and information on equine veterinary medicine…

Word puzzles, trails and quizzes, we’ve got lots for you and your family to enjoy here at Bransby Horses this winter, including February half-term. Entry is free to our miles of picturesque, pushchair friendly walkways, with over 300 of our four-legged residents to meet During the month of January, children can explore the countryside with…

  One of our oldest residents, Ebony, is celebrating her 30th birthday today. Ebony – who being a mule is the offspring of a female horse/pony (mare) and a male donkey (jack) – was wandering the streets of Gainsborough in Lincolnshire when we were called to her rescue back in 1992. It wasn’t clear if…

We have been shortlisted in the 2021 Harry Hall charity partner campaign – but you only have until 23rd December to vote for us! With over 7,000 nominations, Bransby Horses couldn’t be prouder to have made it through to the final 10. There will be three winners picked for 2022 and these will be announced…

Every horse, pony, mule or donkey rescued by us, Bransby Horses, has a story to tell. When equines first arrive here, the next steps on their journey begin and this couldn’t be demonstrated more than in the story of a little piebald cob called Hope. From the very beginning, this 10.3hh pony proved how resilient she…

Wish, a 22-year-old chestnut mare who has been with Bransby Horses for over eight years, has found her forever home – just in time for Christmas. Every single team member who worked with Wish during her many years with the charity is over the moon to know she has settled in well with her new…

As the festive season creeps ever nearer, now is the perfect time to start planning for Christmas. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for someone who has everything, or searching for a unique gift with a difference, this Christmas we have the perfect gift for you. With over 900 equines in our care, we…

Back on the shelves by popular demand is a Christmas book telling the story of Pudding, the abandoned Shetland pony. Pudding’s Christmas Miracle is a wonderfully uplifting tale, written to raise vital funds for equine care while helping to spread the word about the welfare and rescue work we do out in the community. Sally…

As the nights draw in and the weather has taken a bitter turn this week, our thoughts turn towards adapting a little later than usual this year, and implementing those winter routines to ensure our equines stay happy and healthy. Below are our six top tips for owners caring for horses this winter. 1.Provide the…

BHS Healthcare and Education Clinic – Ashford, Kent Numerous BHS Clinics are held throughout the year across the UK providing horse owners the opportunity to seek information, advice, and support on a huge range of issues and allow experts to engage with and build lasting relationships with people in the local communities. Bransby Horses have…

Consisting of current employees working across the Farm, ARC and Estates Teams, the Rescue Support Team supports our External Welfare Officers when responding to a variety of equine collections and in multi-agency working, continuing to build and develop our relationships with other organisations. This may include the collection of a legacy equine, removal of RSPCA…

On 4th November, our Executive Director of Equine Welfare, Emma Carter and External Welfare Manager, Rachel Jenkinson, were presented with the 2020 BHS Welfare Award on behalf of Bransby Horses at the BHS Annual Awards Ceremony, by BHS President, Martin Clunes. The BHS Welfare Award is awarded for excellent service in the cause of equine…