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As one of the largest equine charities in the United Kingdom, every day Bransby Horses rescues, rehabilitates and cares for equines in need.

Bonfire Night and firework displays – Bransby Horses’ top tips to keep horses and owners safe

Bonfire night and fireworks displays are usually a time of fun and excitement. However, for many animals and their owners, the 5th November can be a nerve-wracking experience. Explosions, fire…

Farewell Captain

It is with profound sadness that we deliver the news to you that our recently retired police horse, Captain, has been put to sleep. Captain came to us from Greater…

Local Councillor Gives Back To Bransby Horses Through The Councillor Initiative Fund

We recently invited West Lindsey Chairman of the Council, Cllr Steve England, for a tour after selecting Bransby Horses as a community project to award a financial contribution as part…

Remembering Pistachio

We are very sorry to announce the passing of much-loved Shetland, Pistachio. Supporters will remember Pistachio for his close relationship with son and popular Sponsorship Star, Pecan. Our beloved Shetland…

Bransby Horses gains valuable grant at SEIB Insurance Brokers Awards

The fourth annual SEIB Insurance Brokers Awards took place at Dallas Burston Polo Club in Warwickshire on the 8th September. The much anticipated £43,000 SEIB Charity Awards which granted precious…

BRANSBY HORSES HOSTS EAST MIDLANDS’ GREAT HORSES FOR HEALTH RELAY BATON EXCHANGE

Bransby Horses hosted the East Midlands baton exchange of The Great Horses For Health UK Relay between Georgia Kavulok from YouTube and TikTok channel, Lilpetchannel, and Natasha Rhodes from Bransby…

JOIN US AS WE HOST THE GREAT HORSES FOR HEALTH RELAY BATON EXCHANGE

Join us on Saturday 21st August for the East Midlands Baton Exchange of The Great Horses for Health Relay. We’re excited to announce the baton exchange will take place between…

TOP TIPS FOR HORSE OWNERS RETURNING TO THE OFFICE

The pandemic brought some of us the opportunity to spend more quality time with our animal companions and, for some, it was the perfect time to bring a horse into…

Two Ex-Greater Manchester Police Horses To Enjoy Retirement At Bransby Horses

Bransby Horses are delighted to announce the arrival of two ex-Greater Manchester Police (GMP) horses into their care after a combined 13 years of public service. 18-year-old Irish Draught, Captain…

Fundraising Horses for Health UK Relay Reaches Half Way Mark

A six month fundraising event, which aims to boost the nation’s mental health and highlight how horses can help with our well-being, has reached its half-way point with donations still…

Statement on BBC Panorama programme – The Dark Side of Horse Racing

Joint statement from British Horse Society, Blue Cross, Bransby Horses, Horse World, Redwings, RSPCA and World Horse Welfare As welfare charities we were disturbed and deeply concerned by Monday’s (19/07/2021)…

Vandalism and theft at the charity

Bransby Horses is sad to report the charity has recently been the victim of theft and several cases of vandalism. As a charity we rely solely on support from donations…

Tougher Prison Sentences For Animal Cruelty Come Into Force

Bransby Horses is delighted with the introduction of tougher prison sentences for animal cruelty this summer. The Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill came into force on 30th June and saw the…

REMEMBERING OUR ROCK STAR, FERGUSON

It is with heart-breaking sadness that we announce the passing of popular Sponsorship Star, Ferguson. Such a firm favourite with team members across the charity and supporters alike, this devastating…

Equine Grass Sickness Biobank

The Moredun Foundation along with The Equine Grass Sickness Fund and the British Horse Society have created a nationwide biobank to gather samples relevant to grass sickness research. The biobank…

The Royal Windsor Horse Show Names Its Charity of the Year

The Royal Windsor Horse Show has chosen The Great Horses for Health UK Relay as its 2021 Charity of the year. As one of the seven charities benefitting from the…

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