Bransby Horses - Rescue and Welfare

29/08/2026

🐴 Rug & Tack Sale - One Day Only! 🐴

Looking for a bargain? Join us at Bransby Horses on Saturday 12th September, 10am to 2pm, and snap up some fantastic deals on equestrian essentials.

🛍️ Rugs
🛍️ Bridles
🛍️ Saddle cloths
🛍️ And much more!

With plenty to browse, there's something for every horse lover.

💙 Best of all, every purchase helps support Bransby Horses, providing a lifeline to hundreds of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules in need.

📅 Saturday 12th September
⏰ 10am to 2pm
📍 Bransby Horses

Don't miss out on these fantastic bargains!

28/08/2026

🎬🤠 HELP WOODY FIND HIS MISSING FILMS! 🤠🎬

Oh no! Woody was all set for a cosy movie night with his crunchy carrots when disaster struck...

🐴 Nipper has hidden all of Woody's favourite films around Bransby Horses!

Can you help find them?

Follow our brand-new Woody's Missing Movie Trail, solve the clues, and discover which famous family films are hidden around the site. From snowy adventures and underwater journeys to talking toys and friendly monsters, there's plenty to uncover along the way!

Once you've found all the films, return them to Woody and head to the Visitor Centre to collect your prize! 🎁

💷 £4 per child or £10 per family
🏆 Includes a prize
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Suitable for all ages
✅ No booking needed
📍 Ask at Reception to begin

Will you be the hero who saves Woody's movie night?

🍿🥕🎥

27/08/2026

As a proud beneficiary of the Purple Poppy Appeal, we'd like to shine a spotlight on an incredible achievement.

This year, Murphy's Army celebrates 10 years of the Purple Poppy Campaign, recognising the bravery, loyalty and sacrifice of animals who have served alongside our Armed Forces and emergency services.

Over the last decade, their campaign has not only raised awareness of these extraordinary animals but has also generated valuable support for charities like Bransby Horses, helping us continue our work caring for vulnerable equines.

We're honoured to be part of their journey and thankful for everything they have done to support animal welfare charities across the UK.

Please help us celebrate this special anniversary and the lasting impact of the Purple Poppy Campaign.

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💜 *A Decade of Purple Poppies... A Decade of Making a Difference* 💜

This year is incredibly special for Murphy's Army as we celebrate 10 years of our Purple Poppy Campaign. For the past decade, together we've honoured and supported the incredible animals who served and continue to serve alongside our emergency services and Armed Forces.

As we mark this milestone, we are delighted to announce our 2026 Purple Poppy Campaign beneficiaries:

💜 *Bransby Horses - Rescue and Welfare* - providing lifelong care for horses, including retired Police Horses.

💜 *WAGs Retired Police Dogs* - supporting retired Police Dogs as they enjoy the retirement they've earned after years of dedicated service.

💜 *They Also Served Memorial Fund* - Established to create lasting tributes to the animals who served to show our gratitude and honour.

Every Purple Poppy purchased, every share, every conversation and every act of support helps us continue our mission to remember, honour and give back to these remarkable animals.

As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, we'd love you to join us in making this our biggest and most successful campaign yet. Together, we can make a real difference for these deserving charities. 💜

Thank you for standing with Murphy's Army over the past decade, and here's to another amazing year of remembering those who served without choice.

27/08/2026

Equine Welfare Trustee Opportunity

Your Leadership Can Change Lives.

Bransby Horses is looking for passionate individuals to join our Board of Trustees and help shape the future of one of the UK’s largest equine welfare charities.

We're looking for a trustee who can provide strategic insight and challenge in the (majority of the) following areas:

• Horse management knowledge and experience
• Equine care and land management
• Equine welfare, quality of life and welfare impact
• Sustainable approaches to equine welfare and lifelong care

We're particularly interested in candidates with senior-level experience in equine welfare, veterinary care, behaviour, training, rehabilitation, equine management, education, or related fields. You don't need previous trustee experience.

This is an opportunity to help shape the future of equine welfare and support our vision of a world where all horses have a life worth living.

👉 Interested or know someone who might be?

Visit our Trustee recruitment page to learn more and download the application pack:

https://bransbyhorses.co.uk/trustee-recruitment/

Closing date for all applications to be submitted is the 14th September 2026.

Together, we can create lasting welfare impact for equines across the UK. 💙

18/08/2026

☀️ Summer Management for Horses and Ponies

Summer can be a wonderful time for horses and ponies, but changing weather patterns are bringing new challenges for equine owners and carers.

With warmer temperatures lasting longer, prolonged dry spells becoming more common, and extreme weather events occurring more frequently, managing equine health and welfare during the summer months requires careful consideration.

From ensuring access to fresh water and shade, to managing grazing conditions, flies and the effects of heat, there are a number of factors that can impact an equine's wellbeing during warmer weather.

That's why we've put together a guide full of practical advice and considerations to help support horses and ponies throughout the summer months.

📖 Read more here: https://bransbyhorses.co.uk/what-we-do/equine-advice/summer-management/

Whether you're an equine owner, carer or simply passionate about horse welfare, we hope you'll find the information useful.

17/08/2026

Why is it important not to feed our equines?

We know it can be tempting to offer a pony or horse a treat during your visit. It comes from a place of kindness, and we understand that people want to connect with the animals they meet.

However, many of our equines follow carefully managed diets designed to support their individual health needs. Even seemingly harmless treats, grass, or other food items can cause serious health problems for some horses and ponies. Conditions such as laminitis and Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) can be extremely painful and, in severe cases, life-threatening.

There's much more to this topic than we can cover in a social media post, so we've put together a helpful guide on our website explaining why feeding equines can be harmful, even when it's done with the best intentions.

🐴 Pudding has shared some important information on this subject to help keep our equine friends safe and healthy.

Read more here: https://bransbyhorses.co.uk/its-important-what-you-feed-us/

14/08/2026

It's hard not to smile when you're around Shane... and just look at that grin! 😁🐴

Shane is clearly loving life at Bransby Horses, where every day is filled with friendship, care and the company of his wonderful equine pals. Whether he's relaxing in the field, spending time with his herd, or simply soaking up the attention, Shane's happy face says it all.

We're so delighted to see him thriving and enjoying every moment surrounded by friends. His cheerful smile is a lovely reminder of the difference a safe, loving home can make.

Join us in celebrating Shane and his infectious happiness! ❤️🐎



📸 Photograph by Imogen, Walklands Yard

11/08/2026

Sometimes the sweetest friendships appear in the most unexpected places. 💙🐾🐴

When Charlie the dog met Myrtle, there was an instant connection. Separated only by a fence, the pair gently reached out to one another, sharing a quiet moment as they touched noses. 🥹

It was a beautiful reminder that kindness knows no boundaries, and that friendship can blossom between even the most unlikely of companions. Charlie was curious, Myrtle was gentle, and for a moment the world seemed to slow down as they said hello in their own special way.

These heartwarming interactions are just one of the many reasons we love what we do here at Bransby Horses. Moments like this show that compassion, trust and friendship can be found in all shapes, sizes and species. 💙



📸 Photograph by Eliza, Visitor Centre Yard

10/08/2026

🐴💭 "What ARE those?" 💭🐴

Curious Olive has been doing a little investigating lately!

After spotting some unusual visitors around Bransby Horses, Olive couldn't help but wonder who they were. They look a bit like her, but they make some very funny noises! 🤔

Over time, Olive has learned that they're our wonderful donkeys. Although they share some similarities with horses, donkeys have their own unique personalities, habits and sounds. Olive has been fascinated watching them whenever they appear and is always keen to learn more about her long-eared friends! 💙

Would you like to learn more about our donkeys too?

🫏 Join us for our next Donkey Talk 📅 Wednesday 12th August 🕚 11:00am

Come along and discover fascinating facts about our donkeys here at Bransby Horses, learn what makes them so special, and maybe even see them through Olive's eyes!

🔗 Pre‑register here:
https://bransbyhorses.co.uk/event/donkey-tales-life-and-care-at-bransby-horses-11/

You can also register on the day, but pre‑registration really helps us plan ahead. Prefer to book by phone? Call our Supporter Relations Team on 01427 788 464 (lines open 9am–3pm).



📸 Photograph by Natalia, Main Yard

04/08/2026

🎉 Happy 11th Birthday to our resident troublemaker, Nipper! 🎉

Born right here at Bransby Horses, Nipper has spent the last 11 years perfecting his reputation as one of our cheekiest characters. A sponsorship star and professional mischief-maker, he's always on the lookout for his next adventure... or his next item to "borrow" from an unsuspecting member of staff. 👀

If you're thinking of bringing him a birthday present, don't worry. Chances are he's already helped himself to something of yours when you weren't looking! 😆

Have a fantastic birthday, Nipper. Here's to another year of keeping us all on our toes! 🫏🎂💙