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Bransby Horses – Rescue and Welfare
Bransby Horses
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Lincolnshire-based equine charity, Bransby Horses, now has almost 1,000 equines in their care.
Over 300 live on the site at
Bransby, near Lincoln, and more than 500 live in foster homes across the country. Many of the horses, ponies, donkeys and mules have been rescued from mistreatment and neglect and the charity works hard to give them a second chance at life.
Bransby Horses is dedicated to rescuing those animals most in need, helping them put tragic and painful pasts behind them, and providing them with the secure future they deserve. They offer advice and support to owners so they can help even more equines before rescue becomes necessary. Many new arrivals are suffering from starvation, neglect, injury or disease. Some may also be very frightened of human contact due to previous bad experiences. The day before VE Day in 2017, Honour, befittingly named by staff, arrived at Bransby Horses as part of a multi-agency rescue of a Shire horse herd. This rescue was initiated after concerns had been raised for the welfare of these magnificent horses ahead of the cold, harsh winter months. Mares and foals including Honour, who was only two years old at the time, appeared to be abandoned in a field in the West Midlands, left with no food or shelter to keep her warm. Honour arrived at the charity on a cold winter’s day as a frightened youngster, but has since blossomed into a striking, confident 16.3hh mare. She soon started her career as a ridden horse in the Riding Barn, but sadly had to retire due to lameness in her hind leg, possibly due to the poor start she had in life. This doesn’t stop Honour enjoying her days at Bransby Horses, being out in the field with her friends and meeting visitors on the Visitor Centre Yard. By supporting Bransby Horses, you will help them through what is proving to be the most challenging time in their history.
When you leave a legacy for Bransby Horses, know that you are making a huge difference to this caring, hard-working charity and all the horses, ponies, donkeys and mules in their care. Your support makes a world of difference.
Next Steps… If you would like to remember the many rescued horses, ponies, donkeys and mules in your Will, please contact the Bransby Horses legacy team on 01427 788464 or email legacy@bransbyhorses.co.uk for a free Leaving a Legacy Pack.
