Bransby Horses - Rescue and Welfare

Bransby Horses - Rescue and Welfare Founded in 1968 by Mr Peter Hunt, we're one of the UK’s largest equine welfare charities. Horse in need? Sally and Faith became firm friends.
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Report it on our website, call 01427 787369 or email [email protected] Always concerned about the welfare of horses, Mr Hunt rescued his first horse Sally in 1947. Sally, a 4-year-old mare, was being kept on a bombsite in South London. She was ‘broken in’ at 18 months and was used to pull logs from a spinney. Sally had been found tearing around a yard with a tyre round her neck after the

furniture van she was kept in had overturned in a storm. Mr Hunt rescued her by paying £14 and rented a stable for her for 2/6 a week. When Mr Hunt moved to Bransby to start the charity Sally came with him. One of the first horses rescued by the charity was a blind grey mare called Faith. Over half a decade later the charity Mr Hunt set up cares for nearly 1000 equines. There are over 300 equines at their two sites in Lincolnshire (Bransby, which is open to visitors, and Barlings) as well as over 550 equines in foster homes around the UK. The charity is completely reliant on public donations. The Visitor Centre at Bransby has grown over the years, and now has an award winning cafe, gift shop, donated goods and tack shop and tens of acres for the public to explore and meet the horses, ponies, donkeys and mules that reside there. Every day the teams at Bransby Horses rescue, rehabilitate and care for equines in need. They also educate owners on how to best care for equines, offering support and advice. The charity is one of the largest equine charities in the United Kingdom, and continues its expansion, with the support of the public, as demand for equine rescue and welfare increases.

✨ Say hello to Raven! ✨Meet Raven, a lovely 7‑year‑old, 14.2hh piebald Cob mare who is now looking for her perfect home ...
10/06/2026

✨ Say hello to Raven! ✨

Meet Raven, a lovely 7‑year‑old, 14.2hh piebald Cob mare who is now looking for her perfect home as a non‑ridden companion.

Raven is a friendly, easy-going mare who enjoys attention and thrives with a calm, consistent routine. She would love a home where she can spend quality time with her new fosterer, enjoying grooming sessions and gentle in‑hand walks 🪮💕

🏡 Raven’s ideal home:
✅ A fosterer with knowledge of EMS and the ability to manage this
✅ A calm environment with a consistent routine
✅ A home with horses of a similar confident temperament
✅ Someone who can offer time, attention, and routine handling

Raven is a sociable girl who loves interaction and attention. She is a more dominant mare in the herd, so she is best suited to living with companions who match her personality.

With the right home, Raven will flourish and make a wonderful, affectionate companion 💙

💙 If you think you could offer Raven the knowledgeable and loving home she deserves, please visit her profile to find out more and submit an application.

https://bransbyhorses.co.uk/welfare/rehoming/horse/raven/

Let’s help Raven find her perfect match 🏡✨

🐴 Talk & Tour: The Path to Recovery 🐴✨ How Our Teams Transform Lives Through Trust-Based Training ✨📅 Friday 12 June and ...
09/06/2026

🐴 Talk & Tour: The Path to Recovery 🐴

✨ How Our Teams Transform Lives Through Trust-Based Training ✨

📅 Friday 12 June and Saturday 13th June
⏰ 11:00 am (meet at the Visitor Centre)

Rehabilitation is at the heart of everything we do at Bransby Horses 💙

From rescue to rehoming, building trust is a vital part of every equine’s journey—and this special Talk & Tour gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how it all happens.

This time, we’ll be shining a spotlight on Pam 🐎

Pam joined us as part of the Welsh commons multi-agency round-up, alongside her group who were all named after Gavin & Stacey. She’s a confident character who enjoys being top of the herd—but she’s just as happy relaxing and soaking up the sunshine 🌞

Visitors love Pam for her calm nature—she’ll happily stand for strokes for as long as they’re on offer!

Join us to:
✨ Discover Pam’s journey of recovery
✨ Learn how we build trust through training and care
✨ See how our teams transform lives every day

👉 A must for anyone interested in equine welfare and rehabilitation. Come along and be inspired!

Pre‑register here: https://bransbyhorses.co.uk/talks-and-tours-registration/

You can also register on the day, but pre‑registration really helps us plan ahead.

🌍✨ Someone say World Cup?!Not that one… ⚽🙅‍♂️Dexter has officially entered training for the Welly Wanging World Cup 🥾🏆Fo...
08/06/2026

🌍✨ Someone say World Cup?!

Not that one… ⚽🙅‍♂️

Dexter has officially entered training for the Welly Wanging World Cup 🥾🏆

Form? Impeccable.
Focus? Absolute.
Technique? Questionable… but enthusiastic 💪😂

At this rate, we’re expecting a record-breaking throw (or at least a very muddy welly retrieval 🐴💨)

Move over footballers—Dexter’s got his eye on a different kind of goal!



📸 Photograph by Imogen, Walklands Yard

05/06/2026

Our Donated Goods Shop has returned to its original location – and we’re excited to welcome you back!

Many of our regular visitors already know, but if you haven’t visited in a while… now’s the perfect time to pop by 👋

Your support makes a real difference 💙

Last year alone, our Donated Goods Shop raised an incredible £64,746 for Bransby Horses.

🛍️ You’ll find a fantastic range of items, with favourites like bridles, reins, travel boots and girths always in stock.

🎥 Watch Gemma as she shows off some of our latest top finds – you never know what treasures you might discover!

Access to Food Matters 🐴🌱Small things make a big differenceIn our weight management series, we’ve been looking at differ...
03/06/2026

Access to Food Matters 🐴🌱

Small things make a big difference

In our weight management series, we’ve been looking at different ways to keep horses healthy. One of the most important—and sometimes overlooked—factors is making sure horses have regular access to forage.

Forage includes things like grass, hay, straw, or haylage, and it should be available to horses throughout the day. Unlike us, horses are designed to eat little and often, so regular access to food is essential for both their physical health and wellbeing.

Why This Matters 🤔

Taking the time to understand what animals need to eat and drink—and providing the right amount—is a key part of responsible care.

A horse’s diet doesn’t just affect their body—it can also affect their mental wellbeing:

✅The right diet can bring comfort and satisfaction
❌A poor diet can lead to hunger, discomfort, and stress

What We Sometimes See 👀

In the equine community, we do see situations where horses may not be getting enough access to food, for example:

⏺️Little or no grazing available
⏺️No supplementary forage such as hay or haylage
⏺️Too many horses in one field, limiting access to food

As the seasons change, this can become more of a concern. Hot, dry weather can reduce grass growth, meaning horses may need additional forage to stay healthy.

What You Can Do 🙏

If you notice a horse that looks underweight and has little or no access to grass or forage, it may be a welfare concern.

You can report concerns to our Welfare Team, who are here to offer advice and support:

📞 01427 787369
📧 [email protected]

Want to learn more? 🧠

👉 Spot the signs: https://bransbyhorses.co.uk/what-we-do/equine-advice/body-condition-scoring/

👉 Test your knowledge: https://bransbyhorses.co.uk/bodyconditionquiz

💙 Making sure horses have access to the right food, little and often, is one of the simplest ways we can protect their welfare.

We were just strolling past minding our own business when this little lady popped up to say hello! 😄🐴Meet Cadi, the quee...
03/06/2026

We were just strolling past minding our own business when this little lady popped up to say hello! 😄🐴

Meet Cadi, the queen of cheeky expressions — head over the fence and pulling the funniest little face like she’d been waiting for us all along. Honestly, how could we not stop and give her some well-deserved attention after that performance? 💁‍♀️✨

Safe to say, Cadi completely stole the moment (and our hearts)! 💙



📸 Photograph by Imogen, Walklands Yard

Bransby Horses returns to Appleby Fair to support equine welfareBransby Horses will be at Appleby again this year, conti...
02/06/2026

Bransby Horses returns to Appleby Fair to support equine welfare

Bransby Horses will be at Appleby again this year, continuing our commitment to supporting equine welfare alongside partners in the National Equine Welfare Council (NEWC).

This year, fairgoers are being invited to brand-new “Meet the Expert” sessions—bringing together leading charities to share practical advice on horse health, happiness and horsemanship.

From the latest thinking on hydration and fitness, to essential vet care and understanding behaviour, these friendly Q&A sessions offer a great chance to learn, ask questions and share experiences.

📍 Find out what’s happening, when, and why it matters for horses at the Fair—read the full story on our website.

https://bransbyhorses.co.uk/fairgoers-invited-to-talk-to-experts-at-this-years-appleby/

🚚🐴 Hay There! Special Delivery… or Self-Service? 🐴🚚Our four lads – Atlas, Frosty, Lotso, and Valentino – clearly think o...
02/06/2026

🚚🐴 Hay There! Special Delivery… or Self-Service? 🐴🚚

Our four lads – Atlas, Frosty, Lotso, and Valentino – clearly think our delivery service is just a little too efficient…

The buggy hadn’t even come to a full stop before these cheeky chaps decided to take matters into their own hooves! Why wait for room service when you can grab it straight from the source? 😄🌾

You could say our delivery is always on the hoof, right on time, and… apparently… open for early sampling!

Five-star reviews from the boys though – fast, fresh, and impossible to resist! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

L-R: Atlas, Frosty, Lotso and Valetino

📸 Photograph by Victoria, Main Yard

At just seven months old, Olive had already suffered more than most equines endure in a lifetime—abandoned on a roadside...
01/06/2026

At just seven months old, Olive had already suffered more than most equines endure in a lifetime—abandoned on a roadside with a devastating, infected wound and left to face the unthinkable alone.

Thanks to the dedication of rescue teams and the life-changing care she received, her story didn’t end there. From one of the worst injuries her carers had ever seen to a future full of hope, Olive’s journey is both heartbreaking and inspiring.

Discover how she fought against the odds—and why stories like hers make your support so vital

https://bransbyhorses.co.uk/the-shocking-abandonment-of-seven-month-old-olive/

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Cowdale Lane, Bransby
Lincoln
LN12PH

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Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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