Events Calendar
Some of the dates below are subject to change, especially events which are weather dependent. If you are interested in any of the activities you are welcome to ring before you visit to ensure that they are going ahead as planned.
Come along and learn more at the Talk and Tour of Bransby Horses with a member of the team guiding you through the walkways and introducing you to the equine residents. Refreshments in The Lodge are included, where you can meet fellow supporters and visitors on the day.
The Talk and Tour is free to attend but donations are gratefully received.
Enjoy a day out with your dog at Bransby Horses, exploring the 600 acre site and meeting our equine residents here at the charity as well as other furry friends.
Indulge in lunch from The Feedroom Café in The Lodge, whatever the weather!
The activity is free to take part (lunch not included) but donations are gratefully received.
‘Friends of Bransby Horses’ can enjoy exclusive talks, demonstrations and a guided tour across the site.
‘Friends of Bransby Horses’ can enjoy exclusive talks, demonstrations and a guided tour across the site.
An evening with James Cooling, Horse Fit Bit Consultant, who will be here to discuss the importance of bit and bridle fit to improve a horse’s comfort, biomechanics and their welfare.
Horse Fit Bit believe that the correct fit of both a bit and bridle are equally as important as saddle fit and should not be left to trial and error. James is an accomplished horseman with 35 years of experience across the disciplines; has qualifications in Lorinary Science, Saddle Fitting, BHS stages and has worked with Monty Roberts on a number of different projects.
During the evening, James will cover:
- bit and bridle fit to improve horse’s comfort and biomechanics.
- dispelling some traditional myths surrounding bitting.
- looking at some of the latest research on bitting and bridle fit.
- understanding anatomy in relation to bit and bridle fit.
- looking at behavioural and physical issues arising from poor bitting and bridle fit to improve horse’s welfare.
- looking at the function of bits/bridles and bittless bridles.
- selection of case studies.
Tickets are £5 per person, to reserve your ticket please email education@bransbyhorses.co.uk with Bit Evening’ in the subject line. Payment will be taken on arrival at the Visitor Centre. The Feedroom Café & Gift Shop will be open from 6pm and close shortly after 7pm. Please arrive in plenty of time to secure any purchases before the evening session.
An action packed fun day for children including games, face painting, animal meet and greet and much more.
Get inventive and join us for Creative Crafts in The Lodge from 1pm-3pm.
Craft activities vary, please check on the day. (£3 per person).
Children must be supervised throughout the activity.
Get stuck in and paint your own plant pot to keep as a memory of the day and even pot your own plant to take home and look after.
Planting and pot painting will take place in The Lodge (at the Visitor Centre) 1pm-2pm.
(£5 per person, all materials are provided)
Pony handling is the perfect opportunity to be hands on with a pony in our five minute Pony Handling sessions. Booking is essential, please email events@bransbyhorses.co.uk to book a five minute time slot.
*limited availability*
Hats will be provided but please wear suitable footwear.