February

Horses, Heroes and Hounds - A Family Fun Day. Sunday 6th May 2012 from 11am-5pm

The Horse Trust has teamed up with Hounds for Heroes, who provide specially trained assistance dogs for disabled military and emergency services men and women, to bring you an exciting fundraising event at our magnificent sanctuary in Speen.  The countryside themed day will be fun for the whole family with military and animal displays and activities.  There will be a licensed bar, food, displays, stalls, games and activities so bring your family (dogs included) for a fantastic day out.  To find out more please contact Laura Hill on 01494 488464 or email laura@horsetrust.org.uk

One Of London’s Bravest Horses Takes A Break From The Barricades

Today, The Horse Trust welcomes two new arrivals from the Metropolitan Police to its Home of Rest for Horses in Buckinghamshire.  Police horse Chiswick was formally on active service at the Metropolitan Police’s Hyde Park stables, whilst Brigadier was based at their training establishment at Imber Court.

War Horse Documentary Filmed At The Horse Trust

A film crew spent a day at equine sanctuary The Horse Trust filming a documentary on the use of horses in World War 1, for a programme that is due to be aired on Channel 4 on 12th February.

January

The Horse Trust Sets The Record Straight On 21st Century War Horses

The recent release of the Steven Spielberg film “War Horse” has prompted some to ask the question, what happens to the horses serving in the British Army in the 21st century when their working days are over?

The Horse Trust Launches New Equine Influenza Vaccination Policy And Vaccinates All Residents At The Sanctuary

The Horse Trust last week vaccinated 72 of its 92  residents against equine influenza to implement its recently updated vaccination policy.