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Did you know horses can donate blood? What is plasma? Join Vet Chloe to learn all about plasma ❤️

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From rescue to their new happy endings...

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From rescue to their new happy endings...

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Be a Part of Their Story! - Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Our 2026 Writing competition is now open! 

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Our 2026 Writing competition is now open! 

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Our new writing competition is live! | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Would you like a chance to have the incredible Dame Jacqueline Wilson read your story? Enter our writing competition today…

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Fireworks consultation launched! We need YOUR help...

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Fireworks consultation launched! We need YOUR help...

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(Scroll to 'how to respond' section in the large document to answer the questions and give your views. Tips on how to fill this in, in the link below)

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Redwings welcomes fireworks consultation announcement | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Redwings is delighted that the UK government has today launched a 12-week public consultation on proposals to strengthen fireworks regulations. We are urging as many people as possible to use the opportunity to make their voice heard before 7th October.The proposals include reducing the maximum noise level of consumer fireworks to reduce the potentially devastating effect very loud fireworks can have on both animals on people, a practical step which has been at the heart of Redwings’ Keep Horses In Mind campaign.

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Tips for responding to the fireworks consultation

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Tips for responding to the fireworks consultation

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Fireworks consultation – Redwings tips for respondents | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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On July 16th the UK Government launched a 12-week public consultation to seek people’s views on proposed changes to fireworks regulations. Anyone can take part by using the online form which is available HERE until Wednesday 7th October 2026.

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We love Rehoming - Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash become Redwings Guardians | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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We’re delighted that TV stars Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash have recently rehomed miniature Shetlands Thumbelina and Mermaid from Redwings and are helping us spread the word about rehoming a rescued horse or pony!

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We launch our ‘kindness to animals’ pledge in honour of Black Beauty author Anna Sewell | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Redwings and the University of East Anglia (UEA) have launched a new animal welfare pledge that honours the legacy of Anna Sewell, the author of Black Beauty.The Black Beauty Pledge is inspired by the Bands of Mercy, an organisation established during Anna’s lifetime, to promote kindness to animals, especially amongst children, using education and direct action.

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The Redwings Donkeys audition for the Arsenal Football Team | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Sanctuary care in action – special care for our senior residents | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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When we rescue a horse or donkey, we pledge them a forever home – a lifelong commitment to provide them with whatever they need, for however long they need it. Over 700 of our residents at Redwings are aged 15 or over, classing them as veteran horses. With your support we can give them all the specialist care and attention they need as they get older. Meet Martha At just over 9hh, Martha is one of the smallest of the Redwings Caldecott donkey herd, but what she lacks in size, she certainly makes up for in personality!

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Suzie Fletcher joins us as a Redwings Ambassador!

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Suzie Fletcher joins us as a Redwings Ambassador!

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Redwings announces TV personality and author Suzie Fletcher as new charity Ambassador | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Suzie Fletcher has become an official charity Ambassador for Redwings Horse Sanctuary. The Master saddler and leather expert, known for her TV work and memoir The Sun Over the Mountains, is a life-long lover of horses and has newly welcomed Fliss, a Welsh D cross, into her life on loan, describing her as ‘beautiful’ and consuming ‘every whisper of spare time’.

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58 MPs spoke at the full-to-bursting fireworks debate | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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We are so thankful to everyone who has signed our fireworks petition! We are pleased that 58 MPs spoke at the fireworks debate on Monday (19th January), but we need your help to keep the pressure on!Our UK Government and Parliament petition was one of two which were the subject of a three-hour scheduled session, in a full-to-bursting chamber at Westminster Hall, London.

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Read pages 6-8 to find out the many stages of a Redwings rescue

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Free Black Beauty educational resources launched | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Redwings and the University of East Anglia launch their latest creative writing competition for young people, open until January 2025

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Redwings are proud custodians of the birthplace of Black Beauty author Anna Sewell in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. If you can't visit us, check out this 3D interactive tour...

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"The text is based on the first edition of Black Beauty that Anna hand-dedicated to her aunts, which is now located at the Norfolk Heritage centre. It is designed to be as accessible as possible, produced in a font commissioned by the Braille institute, and will be entirely produced and printed in Norfolk. We hope that this special Redwings edition, putting Anna's novel to work in the service of the horses she so loved, means we might finally be able to come to a proper reckoning with Norfolk's most successful literary export."

Professor Thomas Ruys Smith

The University of East Anglia

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Anna Sewell House | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Anna Sewell House in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, dates back to the 16th or 17th century, was birthplace of Anna Sewell, author of novel Black Beauty, in 1820.

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Check out our new SAW animation for 2026...

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Check out our new SAW animation for 2026...

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The BEST way to avoid strangles | Strangles Awareness Week 2026

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Our FREE information guide on common infectious equine diseases in the UK

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Download our FREE booklet

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Ready to Rescue: Harmonia, one of the most emaciated horses we have ever seen | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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We have given a home for life to ten thoroughbred horses after their owner was prosecuted for animal welfare offences.

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Information on job roles, work experience, volunteering and who to contact for more questions. Plus a link to a new careers hub.

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Redwings began 40 years ago with the rescue of a single pony.

From that one life saved, we have grown to become the largest horse welfare charity in the UK, caring for more than 1,500 horses, ponies, donkeys and mules every day.

Although we are still primarily based in our home county of Norfolk, we are now a national animal welfare charity, with centres in Essex, Warwickshire, Monmouthshire and Scotland. We are registered with the Charity Commission, we have a Board of Trustees who oversee the organisation and more than 300 staff caring for our resident residents every day.

Working for Redwings means you will be working in a supportive, collaborative working environment with the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge while playing a key role in the rewarding work of rescuing, rehabilitating and caring for horses in need.

The benefits of working for Redwings include: fair and equal rates of pay based on industry standards, a workplace pension scheme, comprehensive employee assistance programme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Death in Service benefit, Sanctuary sick pay and a minimum of 30 days holiday a year including bank holidays. And of course the chance to make a difference to the lives of our horses and donkeys!

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We have a variety of paid roles at Redwings, all of which are integral to our mission to provide and promote the care and protection of horses and donkeys.

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Join Redwings Careers - Redwings Horse Sanctuary Careers

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Join Redwings Horse Sanctuary and help us rescue and care for horses, ponies, and donkeys. Explore current job openings!

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A few different job roles at Redwings...

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A few different job roles at Redwings...

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A sneak peek into the daily work of our incredible 'Horse Care Team Members'. Are you up for the job?

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Sam Dracott becomes Redwings' latest ambassador!

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Sam Dracott becomes Redwings' latest ambassador!

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Neglected pony spends first Christmas at Redwings | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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A pony who was neglected along with hundreds of animals at a farm in Nottinghamshire is settling into his new home at Redwings just in time for Christmas.Will, who has a problem with his jaw that means he needed a special home, arrived at our Caldecott Visitor Centre in Norfolk earlier this month.

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Check out our new fireworks campaign page

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Check out our new fireworks campaign page

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All campaign information in one place, including petition links, reports and case studies.

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Some clips viewers may find upsetting. Featuring case studies and voiced by actor-conservationist Dan Richardson

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What impact can loud fireworks have on horses?

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Award-winning saddle fitter announced as Redwings Ambassador | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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We’re delighted that Poppy Webber, an award-winning saddle fitter and businesswoman who has built up a big following as @adayinthelifeofasaddlefitter on social media, has become an official Ambassador for Redwings.Poppy, a Society of Master Saddlers Qualified Saddle Fitter with over 15 years of experience, has become well known for sharing her knowledge with hundreds of thousands of fans online.

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Farrier-influencer Sam Wolfenden joins Redwings as a charity Ambassador | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Sam Wolfenden has become an official Ambassador of Redwings after contacting us to offer his help.The West Yorkshire farrier, who has 16 years of experience, has built up a following of over one million horse-lovers on his popular @SWFarriers YouTube, TikTok and Instagram social media channels, where he already shares positive welfare messages.

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Welcome to our new ambassador, Olivia Bowen! | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Horse-loving television personality and businesswoman Olivia Bowen becomes Redwings Ambassador

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We’re delighted to welcome Joe Stockdale as a Redwings Ambassador! | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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British showjumper Joe is now an official partner of Redwings!

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Announcing an official partnership! | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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We are delighted to have a new ambassador for the charity

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Sam Dracott's charity polo match to fundraise for Redwings

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Sam Dracott's charity polo match to fundraise for Redwings

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Tinkerbell and Marjorie’s day out at the Dracott Cup ❤️ Thank you so much @Sam Dracott Farrier for hosting such a lovely event and raising money for us!  @Megan Elphick @Demir Topcu @SillyPrune @Harlow White #dracottcup #redwingshorsesanctuary #horses 

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Tinkerbell and Marjorie’s day out at the Dracott Cup ❤️ Thank you so much @Sam Dracott Farrier for hosting such a lovely event and raising money for us! @Megan Elphick @Demir Topcu @SillyPrune @Harlow White #dracottcup #redwingshorsesanctuary #horses
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We loved welcoming Rhi and Miri to Redwings HQ!

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We loved welcoming Rhi and Miri to Redwings HQ!

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Redwings Ambassador Rhi Davies visits Redwings HQ!

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Redwings assists in rescue of over 450 animals including horses and donkeys in major operation | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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A man from Nottinghamshire has been jailed and banned from keeping animals for life.

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We release new film showing effects of fireworks voiced by actor-conservationist Dan Richardson | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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As New Year approaches, Redwings is releasing a new film featuring five stories of horses and their owners who’ve suffered because of fireworks.British actor, filmmaker, animal welfare and conservationist Dan Richardson has donated his voice to the film, as part of his support for our Keep Horses in Mind campaign.

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Within the green circle = positive areas of the domains and what we do here at Redwings
Within the red circle = negative areas of the domains and are examples of what we have experienced with our rescues.

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Redwings Horse Sanctuary and Equine Veterinary Centre

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Welfare Corner: The Five Domains of Animal Welfare

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In our Welfare Corner, Beth Cooper explains what The Five Domains of Animal Welfare are and why they're important...

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Redwings Horse Sanctuary and Equine Veterinary Centre

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Glorious looks unrecognisable over a year since her rescue | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Young thoroughbred mare Glorious was so badly injured during a lorry journey from Ireland to the continent that she was initially thought dead, but is now ‘unrecognisable as the same horse’ thanks to our care.

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Celebrity support for our fireworks petition

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Celebrity support for our fireworks petition

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Tens of thousands of people have signed a petition launched by Redwings asking the Government to reduce the maximum permitted noise level of fireworks from 120 to 90 decibels.

So far over 60,000 individuals have put their name to the UK Government and Parliament petition - at 100,000 signatures the Government is obliged to consider it for debate.

Amongst those supporting the call for change are actor, broadcaster and writer Sir Stephen Fry; actor Amanda Abbington, who is best known for her role on Sherlock; actor Kate Ford, who plays Tracy Barlow in Coronation Street; TV personality and presenter Kate Lawler and TV personality and businesswoman Olivia Bowen.

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High-profile signatories amongst over 60,000 people supporting our fireworks noise reduction petition | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Tens of thousands of people have signed a petition launched by Redwings asking the Government to reduce the maximum permitted noise level of fireworks from 120 to 90 decibels.So far over 60,000 individuals have put their name to the UK Government and Parliament petition - at 100,000 signatures the Government is obliged to consider it for debate.

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A video highlighting the five pillars of our work and introducing to you some of our wonderful rescued residents

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The Barney and Friends Fun Food Show series 

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The Barney and Friends Fun Food Show - lick mats #redwingshorsesanctuary

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How can we protect horses from fireworks? | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Redwings’ new report shares insights into some of the challenges horse owners face when trying to keep their horse(s) safe from fireworks.There are steps owners can take to help reduce the risk fireworks present to horses, but how effective are they? More than 5,000 owners took part in our Fireworks and Horses survey, and further analysis reveals compelling evidence of the limited ability owners have when it comes to keeping their horses safe when fireworks are set off nearby.

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Fireworks debris found all over Redwings Ada Cole 😔🐴🎆 Following fireworks displays near Redwings Ada Cole in Essex last weekend, our hard-working team have spent a considerable amount of time this week collecting the debris and making the fields safe for our rescued residents again. With just 24 hours' notice of some displays given, the team were able to make arrangements for the horses to be as safe as possible but, as Ada Cole Yard Manager Hollie explains in this video, the risks to both horses and staff were still very concerning. With more fireworks displays planned across the country this weekend we kindly as that you KeepHorsesInMind when setting off fireworks and also consider that what goes up must also come down too. If you are planning a display near us please do get in touch to inform us by calling 01508 505246 or emailing info@redwings.co.uk Thank you ❤️ #redwingshorsesanctuary #BonfireNight #fireworks #keephorsesinmind @BBC News  @Essex Live @itvnews 

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Fireworks debris found all over Redwings Ada Cole 😔🐴🎆 Following fireworks displays near Redwings Ada Cole in Essex last weekend, our hard-working team have spent a considerable amount of time this week collecting the debris and making the fields safe for our rescued residents again. With just 24 hours' notice of some displays given, the team were able to make arrangements for the horses to be as safe as possible but, as Ada Cole Yard Manager Hollie explains in this video, the risks to both horses and staff were still very concerning. With more fireworks displays planned across the country this weekend we kindly as that you KeepHorsesInMind when setting off fireworks and also consider that what goes up must also come down too. If you are planning a display near us please do get in touch to inform us by calling 01508 505246 or emailing info@redwings.co.uk Thank you ❤️ #redwingshorsesanctuary #BonfireNight #fireworks #keephorsesinmind @BBC News @Essex Live @itvnews
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There is no right answer when it comes to keep our animals safe with fireworks

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There is no right answer when it comes to keep our animals safe with fireworks

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Replying to @Katie 🖤  Horses are at risk whether they are inside or outside, there are no easy answers… other than changing fireworks regulations.  #redwingshorsesanctuary #KeepHorsesInMind #Fireworks #horses 

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Replying to @Katie 🖤 Horses are at risk whether they are inside or outside, there are no easy answers… other than changing fireworks regulations. #redwingshorsesanctuary #KeepHorsesInMind #Fireworks #horses
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Check out our fireworks YouTube playlist

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Check out our fireworks YouTube playlist

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Please note a few videos show equines in distress which may be upsetting for some viewers

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Redwings is launching a new campaign to better protect horses, ponies, donkeys and mules from the fear, injury, illness and worse that fireworks can cause. h…

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Fireworks: Amy and Zuri | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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ZuriStress-induced colic, November 2025Amy returned from work on the evening of November 7th to find both her rescued horses dripping in sweat and clearly distressed after a neighbour had let off fireworks just metres from their paddock.Nine-year-old Zuri went on to develop severe colic, prompting an emergency vet call out and intensive treatment.

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Fireworks: Tamzin and Merlot | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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MerlotDied January 2022Tamzin says: “Merlot was a 14-year-old Arab, a cheeky chap who didn’t hesitate to let you know what he thought about things.

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What's it like to see your horse terrified by fireworks? In this short film, Anna explains what it was like when a loud fireworks display was let off close to the livery yard where she cares for her horse Leon.

Fireworks are becoming more popular at any time of year, meaning the risk to the horses, other animals and humans who can be negatively affected by them is increasing.

Many people who enjoy fireworks simply don't realise that the same display that is providing them with an enjoyable experience may be having a very different impact on others in the surrounding area.

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Anna and Leon's fireworks experience | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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What's it like to see your horse terrified by fireworks? In this short film, Anna explains what it was like when a loud fireworks display was let off close to the livery yard where she cares for her horse Leon.

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Did you know we experienced a strangles outbreak years ago?

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Redwings Horse Sanctuary strangles outbreak

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When horses are negatively affected by fireworks, the results can sometimes be serious and this can have an effect not just horse owners, but vets as well. Redwings worked with XLVets, a network of independent veterinary practices, to run a short survey in November 2024 on how fireworks can affect equine vets.

Fifteen equine and mixed XLVets practices complete the survey and shared some of their experience and feelings around the impact of fireworks on horses.

The findings are now available in a short report (PDF 375 KB). One notable statistic was that all 15 respondents felt that horse owning clients do enough to protect their horses from the potential impact of fireworks. This suggests that raising awareness of the issue of fireworks with horse owners and providing more advice on keeping horses safe has limited ability to reduce the incidence of distress and adverse outcomes related to fireworks.

Other key insights from the survey include:

Twelve practices (80%) provided services related to fireworks in the two weeks between 30th October and 12th November 2024. This includes responding to requests for advice from owners (60%), prescribing and administering sedation (33%) and treating injuries or illness sustained due to distress caused by fireworks (53%).

Almost three-quarters of respondents said they were concerned about the impact of fireworks on animals and their owners.

More than half said they always prepare for an increased workload during the fireworks season while a third said fireworks aren't an issue for their practice.

Some of the survey findings have already contributed to Redwings' new 'Protecting Horses from Fireworks' evidence-based report. The document highlights the challenges horse owners face when trying to keep their horses safe and is shared here as part of our Keep Horses In Mind fireworks campaign.

With thanks to XLVets for their collaboration on this study.

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Vets share their thoughts about fireworks and horses | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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When horses are negatively affected by fireworks, the results can sometimes be serious and this can have an effect not just horse owners, but vets as well.

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What do we use woodchip paddocks for at Redwings? #redwingshorsesanctuary #horsecare

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Did you know we had to quarantine in 2023?

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Did you know we had to quarantine in 2023?

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We made sure to practice what we preach! Find out what happened here...

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Quarantine is in place at our Hapton HQ in Norfolk after a horse tested positive for strangles.

Although the site is not a visitor centre, we are asking people who may have cause to walk through or attend a meeting at our HQ, near Norwich, to adhere to strict restrictions.

Strangles is spread by direct contact with the disease or contaminated people or objects and is not airborne - therefore there is no risk of this particular bug getting to any local equines, providing all quarantine measures are followed.

Nic de Brauwere, Head of Welfare and Behaviour at Redwings, said: "We routinely put precautionary quarantine in place on our farms when any equine shows possible signs of an infectious disease. Testing is done and typically we will stop quarantine when we can establish that the signs were due to another cause, relying on the laboratory results and the expertise of our vets to assess the case as it develops.

"We regularly deal with cases of strangles and other infectious diseases in new arrivals at our reception facility where the equines remain until they are disease free. It's very unusual to find a case in a longer-term resident, but we approach it in exactly the same way to ensure we haven't missed a disease getting through our net or finding a new way into the herd.

"On this occasion, a single field of ponies within one of our resident herds at our headquarters in Norfolk had been placed into precautionary quarantine and the pony we were concerned about then tested positive for strangles. The affected pony has been moved to our dedicated quarantine yard. No further cases have been identified but we have adopted an early and widespread quarantine to prevent direct spread from horse to horse, and indirectly via equipment and people.

"It is a very interesting case given it was found in an elderly resident who has been at Redwings for many years, and we haven't been managing any other cases of strangles at either this site or our quarantine yard. Our initial diagnosis of a tooth abscess is also affecting the pony but in this case strangles is also in the mix of bugs affecting his sinuses, so the approach of precautionary quarantine has rewarded us with being able to limit spread even before we knew what was wrong.

"The version of strangles we have identified is lacking certain key features that would typically be expected when one gets a positive test result, possibly reducing the risk of spread and severity of disease. We are investigating this with interest and will share the lessons from this case to contribute to wider knowledge of the disease.

"We will maintain quarantine until we are assured that there are no cases on the farm. All fields in the quarantine areas have been taped off to members of the public, so it important to adhere to the restrictions we've put in place."

As well as leading Strangles Awareness Week during the first week of May, Redwings has campaigned to improve biosecurity procedures and tackle the stigma associated with the disease since 2018 and we have recruited hundreds of horse owners, yard managers and equine professionals to our Stamp Out Strangles pledge which aims to incentivize better biosecurity before an outbreak happens.

Andie McPherson, Campaigns Manager at Redwings, said: "In light of this case we'd encourage horse owners to remember not to become complacent about strangles and to be prepared to respond to symptoms and signs of infectious disease until it can be ruled out. Protect horses by knowing your horse's normal temperature and take temperatures routinely so you are better placed to respond if a horse spikes a fever.

"One way to be prepared for strangles is to read our Stamp Our Strangles Pledge and make that simple commitment to good biosecurity best practices. Don't forget to get your yard involved next May to help promote disease prevention."

Strangles is the most diagnosed equine infectious disease worldwide. Symptoms of the contagious respiratory illness range, but include a high fever, laboured breathing, difficulty eating, depression, thick nasal discharge and painful abscesses. In severe cases Strangles can pose a risk to the horse's life. There are complications in approximately 30% of cases and it is impossible to know which horses will require extra care and treatment. For the cost of a thermometer and spotting fever, owners can minimise scale and spread.

Make your pledge to good biosecurity practices and find out more about strangles here.

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Quarantine in place at Redwings Hapton site | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Quarantine is in place at our Hapton HQ in Norfolk after a horse tested positive for strangles.

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Special fireworks campaign action pack launched  

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Our new specialised google padlet for our firework campaign

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Read the results of our Fireworks and Horses survey | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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More than 90% of those who took part in our Fireworks and Horses survey think that increased use of low-noise fireworks and fireworks alternatives would be of benefit to horses.

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Redwings Indigo has his Strangles vaccination | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Firework displays set off near our farms. (2023)

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Firework displays set off near our farms. (2023)

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Footage captured by our nights team during extra checks on bonfire night.

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The distressing impact of fireworks shown in new footage | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Redwings is releasing video footage showing the effects of fireworks on some of their residents taken yesterday (Bonfire Night, Sunday 5th November).Last week, we urged people to contact their local MP to ask for a review of fireworks legislation and the impact they have on animals.Tragically, three…

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Which disinfectant is right for your yard? | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Redwings has teamed up with biosecurity specialists Ag+ to share practical tips on choosing and using disinfectant to help prevent the spread of equine infectious disease.It can be hard to know where to start when it comes to choosing the best disinfectant(s) for a particular environment and purpose, but taking the time to choose the right product is well worth the effort.

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Strangles Awareness Week (SAW) is a collaborative initiative that has achieved international recognition and support. The campaign brings people together to help protect horses from the misery of Strangles by using practical steps to stop the spread of our most commonly-diagnosed equine infectious disease. SAW takes place in the first week of May each year and is the perfect way for you to join a fast-growing network of horse-owners and equestrian professionals who want to help protect horses and businesses from the misery of a Strangles outbreak. The week is brought to you by:
Redwings Horse Sanctuary
Intervacc
Mare and Foal Sanctuary
The British Horse Society
The University of Edinburgh
Dechra
The Horse Trust
SES
World Horse Welfare
Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance Find out how you can get involved in the week, and become a Strangles Week Ambassador here - https://www.redwings.org.uk/strangles/strangles-awareness-week

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Meet Honey, Bumble and Bee, who were rescued in 2023 from a site in Wales. Learn more about our work on the Welsh commons here - www.redwings.org.uk/news-and...

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Ponies now enjoying a brighter future thanks to multi-agency work on Gelligaer and Merthyr Common | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Working alongside the RSPCA and World Horse Welfare, we are sharing an update on an ongoing project to improve the welfare of the herds of horses on Gelligaer and Merthyr Common.

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As we mark our 40th anniversary, we are reflecting on cases and rescues throughout our history which have shaped Redwings today. Our work on the Welsh commons is one such case.

In the winter of 2003/04, Redwings began formally working on rescue operations on the commons across south Wales. These rescues saw Redwings working directly with the Police, local charities, landowners and the local council plus commoners - people with the rights to graze ponies on the commons - to tackle issues that had arisen from horses being abandoned on the area, and indiscriminate breeding causing the population to outstrip what the land could sustain.

At the time, Redwings was very much a Norfolk-based charity (this was before we had any of our centres in Essex, Warwickshire or Scotland!) but we were already having a nationwide impact and were approached to help because of our experience working with large groups of ponies.

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Over 20 years of work on the Welsh commons | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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As we mark our 40th anniversary, we are reflecting on cases and rescues throughout our history which have shaped Redwings today. Our work on the Welsh commons is one such case.

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Your horse deserves the BEST | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Strangles Awareness Week encourages everyone who cares for horses to do the BEST to protect them from Strangles with four preventative actions:Boost immunity with Strangles vaccinationEngage with trusted informationSeparate unfamiliar horsesTemp-check routinely

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Your horse deserves the BEST | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Strangles Awareness Week encourages everyone who cares for horses to do the BEST to protect them from Strangles with four preventative actions:Boost immunity with Strangles vaccinationEngage with trusted informationSeparate unfamiliar horsesTemp-check routinely

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View our blogs on key horse welfare topics as well as free downloadable resources.

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Redwings is one of the largest horse keepers in the UK with over 1,500 horses and ponies in its care and 40 years' experience of rescuing equines who have suffered neglect or cruelty.

We are members of the National Equine Welfare Council and work closely with colleagues in the animal welfare sector and the equestrian industry to champion good treatment of horses and ponies in the UK and beyond.

Find out what to do if you have concerns for a horse's welfare, how we work with other charities and how the law works to protect animals.

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Horse welfare advice | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Redwings is one of the largest horse keepers in the UK with over 1,500 horses and ponies in its care and 40 years' experience of rescuing equines who have suffered

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Strangles Awareness Week encourages everyone who cares for horses to do the BEST to protect them from Strangles with four preventative actions:

B oost immunity with Strangles vaccination

E ngage with trusted information

S eparate unfamiliar horses

T emp-check routinely

In the third of our BEST blogs, we look in more detail at why and how keeping a healthy distance can make all the difference when it comes to preventing the spread of infectious disease.

Horses are often on the move. From importing a new horse or changing yards to attending events or travelling for veterinary treatment, horse boxes and trailers are a regular feature on our roads. But where horses travel, infectious diseases like Strangles can travel too.

The arrival of a new horse on a yard is one of the biggest risk factors when it comes to Strangles. A survey found that of yards that had experienced an outbreak, more than two thirds (67%) had welcomed a new horse in the previous two weeks. We can't conclude that the new horses were responsible for all those outbreaks, but the data certainly suggests a possible link, which needs to be taken into account when reducing the spread of infectious disease.

One of the most important ways we can reduce the risk of a Strangles outbreak on a yard is to routinely separate new horses when they first arrive, using quarantine measures to prevent any undetected disease from spreading. This means not allowing the new horse to be in direct contact with other horses on the yard, and to avoid transmitting bacteria on shared surfaces, equipment or water sources, or on people's hands, boots or clothing. Managing a horse in quarantine can be inconvenient, but it is far, far less inconvenient than dealing with a Strangles outbreak across the whole yard.

Separation doesn't necessarily mean having special facilities. Quarantine measures can be used effectively in lots of different ways, including in a paddock setting. Strangles isn't an airborne disease, so as long as there is either a solid partition, or enough distance to prevent mucus that is coughed or snorted landing outside the quarantine boundary, bacteria can be contained and other horses protected.

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Your horse deserves the BEST | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Strangles Awareness Week encourages everyone who cares for horses to do the BEST to protect them from Strangles with four preventative actions:Boost immunity with Strangles vaccinationEngage with trusted informationSeparate unfamiliar horsesTemp-check routinely

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Your horse deserves the BEST | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Strangles Awareness Week encourages everyone who cares for horses to do the BEST to protect them from Strangles with four preventative actions:Boost immunity with Strangles vaccinationEngage with trusted informationSeparate unfamiliar horsesTemp-check routinely

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All our FREE resources in one place

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We've pulled together all our free resources to help you successfully manage your horse's weight.

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Sponsor a rescued resident and visit us today!

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Sponsor a horse, pony or donkey at Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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WECs detect three of the most common worm species: large redworm, small redworm and roundworm.

The life cycles of these species all involve eggs being passed in horse droppings so that larvae can hatch onto grass and be ingested as horses graze.

Once in the body, small redworm larvae may develop into egg producing adults in as little as five weeks, however some larvae remain encysted in the gut wall in a dormant state for months or years. They don't lay eggs when encysted, meaning a WEC will not detect them during this phase. The emergence of large numbers of encysted small redworms can cause serious damage, and is often fatal.

To protect horses, either ask a vet to carry out a blood test between September and December to detect small redworm, or deworm routinely in autumn with a product that specifically targets encysted small redworm. .

Although tapeworm eggs are passed in droppings, they are not evenly distributed, making them difficult for a WEC to detect. However, we can check for tapeworm through reliable changes in a horse's saliva or blood. Kits are available that owners can use to collect a saliva sample and send for testing.

Alternatively, horses can be routinely dewormed against tapeworm using a targeted product. This would be at either six or twelvemonth intervals, depending on the level of risk to the horse.

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Worming advice | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Discover crucial insights and strategies for effective horse worming, including how to tackle resistance issues. Safeguard your equine companion's health.

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(You can find a more detailed video in the weight management link at the top of this column.)

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Learn to body condition score your horse

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Assembling and using a horse weighbridge

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All you need to know about our Stamp Out Strangles campaign here

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Because we can make changes before an outbreak happens Why not fill it with some of our lovely products? Remember, all the profits raised through gift sales help us care for our resident equines.

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International Event Rider Piggy March and our very own Equine Behaviour Manager Sarah Hallsworth demonstrate how to take a horse's temperature and challenge us to have a go ourselves.

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How to take your horse's temperature for the first time with International Event Rider Piggy March

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Find a centre near you today. We're still FREE to enter and your pooches are welcome too!

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Remember, all the profits raised through gift sales help us care for our resident equines.

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For as little as £2 a month you can sponsor one of our lovely rescued residents. Find out more here...

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Remember, all the profits raised through gift sales help us care for our resident equines.

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Start from the beginning with all episodes from series 1 here...

(All series are also available on your preferred podcast player)

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Redwings has launched a brand-new podcast to share stories of our rescued horses and donkeys, and conversations with our expert rescuers and carers.

This #InternationalPodcastDay on 30 th September, we're celebrating by announcing our podcast series, called Sounds of the Sanctuary.

The weekly podcast takes listeners on a journey through the Sanctuary, with a spotlight each week on a rescued resident and their care, plus conversations with the vets, nurses, carers and support teams who make it possible.

Listeners can expect to go behind-the-scenes and discover more about our facilities normally closed to the public, such as its specialist Reception Centre for new arrivals, Horse Hospital, Behaviour Centre and Rehoming Centres.

We've also produced a sister podcast, called Field Notes, involving sit down chats with our experienced team, delving deeper into the equine care and welfare issues they frequently encounter and sharing their top tips along the way, from worming to land management, basic training to creating the perfect paddock.

The first three episodes of Sounds of the Sanctuary and Field Notes are already available to download from all major streaming platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. The most recent episode features an update on Phoenix, the foal who was left with life-threatening burns after an arson attack, as his vet shares the latest news on his progress.

New episodes of Sounds of the Sanctuary will be released on Mondays, and Field Notes on Wednesdays.

Find out about the latest episodes below:
Epsiode 10
In this final episode of Sounds of the Sanctuary this series we discover more about Redwings Matty and his Guardian Sarah. Matty came to Redwings as an emaciated orphan foal with a wound to his hoof. At the Sanctuary he met Sarah, one of our veterinary surgeons, and it was love at first sight. Four years later Sarah rehomed Matty, and in this episode you will find out more about their lives together, plus get a ring-side seat at the Norfolk Equestrian Show as they take to the show ring together. In Field Notes, Rehoming Administration Manager Amber Fix talks us through how you can become a Redwings Guardian!
Episode Nine
The penultimate episode of the series tells the story of Esther, a little donkey who was rescued from appalling conditions when she was just two months old. We head to Redwings Caldecott, where she lives, to speak to equine carer Jess Cook about our largest long-eared herd, plus we drop into the visitor centre's gift shop to catch-up with Retail Development Manager Gareth Austin-Mills who explains some of the products supporters can purchase to help fund the care of Esther and her friends, providing some perfect Christmas shopping ideas! In Field Notes, Welfare Vet Nicola Berryman talks us through the differences between horses, donkeys and mules and their individual care needs.
Episode Eight
This week, Head of Welfare & Behaviour Nic de Brauwere discusses the challenges of welfare work and the large scale rescues Redwings often gets asked to help with. Then Welfare Veterinary Surgeon Alex Gibbons tells us all about Arista's rescue and the ongoing care she continues to receive at the Sanctuary. In Field Notes, we are once again joined by Nic who explains more about the laws that protect animal welfare, how we work with them when we attend rescues and the latest legislative updates.
Episode Seven
This week, Welfare Vet Nicola Berryman tells us how she worked with the Redwings vet teams to save the life of a pony called Arthur, who was rescued from Bodmin Moor. Meanwhile, Nursing Manager Louise Gedge shines a spotlight on the work of our veterinary nursing team, and tells us how horses can donate blood! Then, podcast hosts Steph, Jude and Jennie chat with Redwings CEO Lynn Cutress as we pay tribute to Phoenix, the foal who came to Redwings after being the victim of a cruel arson attack and who sadly passed away last month. We remember him, and honour the enormous impact he had on our staff and supporters alike.

In Field Notes, we sit down once again with Head of Welfare & Behaviour Nic de Brauwere to talk about how we've worked with our partners on projects to help the ponies living on our nation's moors and commons.
Episode Six
In this episode you can discover more about the care we provide in the Sanctuary as we share the story of Gibson - a Redwings Adoption Star who came to Redwings Mountains as an orphaned foal at just two days old. Welfare Vet Nicola Berryman talks us through what happens when foals are born to rescued mares at the Sanctuary, and Equine Behaviour Manager Sarah tells us how we go about training foals to set them up for success as they grow up. Meanwhile Kirsten from Redwings Mountains tells us all about Gibson's story and how the team at Mountains, along with the help of some all-important foster parents, raised him to be the star he is today!

Please note: This episode includes a section on our dear resident Phoenix, a foal who came to Redwings after being the victim of a cruel arson attack. He sadly passed away not long after this was recorded. In this episode you can join us as we deliver his early morning feed and spend time with him in his stable.

In Field Notes, Research & Policy Manager Helen Whitelegg talks us through some basic horsey body language and how we can use this to communicate and interact with our four-legged friends.
Epsiode Five:
In this week's episode we meet Riley - a hinny who came to Redwings with very challenging behavioural needs, and spent time at our specialist Behaviour Centre, as our teams pulled together to ensure he could live a peaceful, stress-free life - a far cry from what he had known. Hear from Senior Veterinary Surgeon Nic De Brauwere as he tells us the steps our veterinary teams took to try and help Riley and Equine Behaviour Manager Sarah as she tells us how her team, along with the help of two very special donkeys, finally managed to create the perfect environment for Riley. In Field Notes, Sarah shares even more of her knowledge as she tells us how you can create the perfect natural environment for horses.
Episode Four
In this episode we speak once again to Rachel Angell, Head of Norfolk Equine Operations who tells us why rehoming is such an important part of Redwings' work. Plus Rehoming Senior Team Leaders Kayleigh and Lucy share with us more about how they prepare horses for their new homes, and Jade tells us all about our exciting new rehoming facilities at Redwings Oxhill in Warwickshire. In Field Notes, Rachel is back to talk about how our rehoming team prepeares horses for their new homes - with lots of practical advice for owners training their own horses too!
Episode Three
In this week's Sounds of the Sanctuary, we share the story of Faith - a cob cross found abandoned in a field, so emaciated and weak that she was unable to stand. Once at Redwings, Faith was supported by our specialist Anderson sling - a life-saving resource made possible by our veterinary and maintenance teams. Senior Veterinary Surgeon Nicky Jarvis returns to talk about why a sling is essential in cases like Faith's, and hear from Maintenance Foreman Karl Boggis who helps to install and maintain such vital equipment. Plus in this episode, we have a special update on Phoenix - the little foal who suffered horrific burns in a suspected arson attack. Meanwhile, in Field Notes, we sit down with Head of Norfolk Equine Operations Rachel Angell to talk about the importance of good pasture management for horses.
Episode Two
Our second episode of Sounds of Sanctuary we introduce you to Amigo - a cob living with the long-term effects of liver damage, which means he will require specialist care for the rest of his life. Meet vet Nicola Berryman who helped care for him, plus the team at Redwings Aylsham who continue to provide all the care he needs. You can also discover more about visiting Redwings, and meet Amigo himself! This week's Field Notes episode includes Redwings' Head of Veterinary Services Nicky Jarvis to talk about all things worms, parasites and poisonous plants - something that sadly caused Amigo to suffer the damage to his liver.
Episode One
In our first episode of In our sister episode of Sounds of the Sanctuary, we share the story of Matilda - a young cob who was discovered in very poor condition.
Meet the team who saved her and continue to provide her with all the loving care she needs, and find out more about our specialist Reception Centre for new arrivals. Field Notes, we sit down with Senior Campaigns Officer Helen Whitelegg to talk about the basic care every horse needs to enjoy a happy and healthy life - something that was sadly not given to Matilda.

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Straight from the horse's mouth! | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Redwings has launched a brand-new podcast series, called Sounds of the Sanctuary.

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Redwings’ podcasts return for second series | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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‘Sounds of the Sanctuary’ - which has so far been downloaded nearly 4000 times – is back, along with its sister podcast ‘Field Notes’.

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Sounds of the Sanctuary and Field Notes are back for a third series. Listen TODAY...

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Sounds of the Sanctuary: Our podcast returns for a third series! | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Our first episode introduces our Nights team and all they do to keep our horses safe after the sun goes down.

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50 animal welfare charities created and released 'Act Now For Animals' report, setting out the sector’s priorities for creating a society which rebalances the way we rear, live and work with animals.

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Redwings has joined an unprecedented coalition of 50 animal welfare charities to urge the Government to act.

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Buy our SPECIAL EDITION of Black Beauty today!

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Buy our SPECIAL EDITION of Black Beauty today!

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You can also check our visitor centres, website and Amazon to get your copy!

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Black Beauty by Anna Sewell | Redwings Horse Sanctuary Edition | uea-publishing

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With a foreword by Jacqueline Wilson and edited with an afterword by Thomas Ruys Smith.“There are a great many kinds of men; there are good thoughtful men like our master, that any horse may be proud to serve; but there are bad cruel men, who never ought to have a horse or dog to call their own. I hope you will fall into good hands; but a horse never knows who may buy him, or who may drive him; it is all a chance for us.”Straight from the horse’s mouth, Anna Sewell’s beloved and pioneering work of animal literature is reborn in a new edition produced in collaboration with Redwings Horse Sanctuary. Featuring an original foreword by favourite children’s author Jacqueline Wilson and an afterword by Professor Thomas Ruys Smith (University of East Anglia) which reintroduces readers to this much-loved book, examining the roots of its extraordinary longevity, the timelessness of Sewell’s powerful literary vision, and the ongoing necessity of her message of kindness and care to animals – and humans.Redwings are the country’s largest horse welfare charity and proud custodians of Anna Sewell House in Great Yarmouth – the site of Sewell’s birth in 1820 and now a space dedicated to her life and legacy. Every copy of this edition sold will contribute directly to Redwings’ mission to value every horse and try to see the world from an equine point of view.“To induce kindness, sympathy and an understanding treatment of horses.” Such was Anna Sewell’s vision for her “little book”, first published in 1877, before it went on to become one of the most popular novels of all time. True to this aim, this new edition of Sewell’s classic account of a horse’s journey through Victorian England is the first to have been produced in collaboration with a charity dedicated to equine welfare. PRAISE for our special edition of Black Beauty: “This thoughtful new edition reminds us that Anna Sewell’s celebrated ‘translation from the original equine’ has much to teach us, and that Black Beauty’s quiet voice can still be heard above the noise of the twenty-first century.”- Susanna Forrest, author of The Age of the Horse (Atlantic, 2016) and If Wishes Were Horses (2012). “Whether it is the first time you have read this wonderful classic or the sixteenth, have a hanky ready. As heart-breaking and enthralling as ever, these horses have become the stuff of legend. Their legacy will now keep other horses safe and cared for by Redwings, so their suffering was not in vain.” Dame Joanna Lumley “Anna Sewell’s book is a beautiful, gripping and moving tale that highlights exactly why we need a charity like Redwings. It’s as relevant now as it was when she wrote it.” Martin Clunes OBE DL, President of the British Horse Society “Black Beauty was the first book that ever made me cry. I remember, as a horse-mad girl of nine or ten reading through tears the dreadful account of poor Ginger being carried away, and I remember the joy of reading about Beauty during the times he was safe and loved. It is such a powerful, wonderful story which brought about change, and I am delighted that this edition continues to help horses to this day, in particular the troubled and abused animals safe at last in Redwings Horse Sanctuary.” Pam Ayres “What a gift to us from Redwings! Black Beauty was the loveliest of books I ever read as a child. Re-reading it now in this excellent new edition, I find Anna Sewell’s story from this most articulate of horses can still play on the heartstrings as much now as it did seventy years ago, maybe more. Altogether wonderful.” John Nettles “My love of horses has been the mainstay of my life. As a child who had learning and reading difficulties I vividly remember saving up my pocket money to buy a copy of Black Beauty. I then spent many hours learning how to read this amazing story with its deep connection to the welfare of horses. May all who read it for the first time, or those who read it for the 100th time, enjoy.” Suzie Fletcher, Master Saddle Maker “Anna Sewell’s classic tale of how we humans treat horses has inspired television shows and film adaptations, and book sequels and spin-offs, and yet remains unequaled, impactful and relevant to this day. No one who has read Black Beauty can ever hear the words ‘Poor Ginger’ without gulping. This very special Redwings Horse Sanctuary edition will hopefully go on to raise vital funds for the ongoing care and rescue of still far too many equines in need.” Cressida Burton, author of The Ravensbay School Stories and The Starlight Pony --Thomas Ruys Smith specialises in the study of nineteenth-century literature and culture. He is the author and editor of a wide range of books including, most recently, The Last Gift: The Christmas Stories of Mary E. Wilkins Freeman (Louisiana State University Press, 2023).

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Find out more about the daily work our veterinary and care teams get up to (older video but still useful information!)

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Find out how we care for our horses at Redwings

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Meet the team - Redwings Caldecott horse care team / farm team 

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Liquid lifesaving gold - the power of plasma donations. | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Did you know that horses can donate blood too? It can even help save another horse’s life? That’s what happened in the case of Harmonia - thanks to horsey hero Rourke and our expert veterinary team.

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Did you know horses can donate blood? What is plasma? Join Vet Chloe to learn all about plasma ❤️

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Zeus helping the next generation of vets

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Zeus helping the next generation of vets

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Just in time for World Veterinary Day 2025, marked on April 26th, we're celebrating rehomed Redwings pony Zeus. The theme of World Veterinary Day 2025 is 'Animal health takes a team' and Redwings Zeus is making his own valuable contribution as part of the University of Cambridge's Department of Veterinary Medicine.

Zeus, a Welsh Section A pony, was rehomed to the Department in January last year, after they approached Redwings looking for a friendly and safe-to-handle horse with a heart murmur to join their teaching herd. Zeus helps students learn to detect the condition, as well as provide general equine behaviour and handling experience.

The 14-year-old gelding, who has a Grade 5 (out of 6) systolic heart murmur, was rescued by Redwings in 2014 from a site in Norwich, with a donkey named Rio. He had a large untreated sarcoid on his chest, and Rio the donkey had such overgrown hooves he could barely walk.

The pair were seized on welfare grounds and their owner was prosecuted under the Animal Welfare Act, receiving a ban from keeping animals for five years, and a suspended prison sentence.

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Redwings Zeus is helping to teach the next generation of vets | Redwings Horse Sanctuary

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Just in time for World Veterinary Day 2025, marked on April 26th, we're celebrating rehomed Redwings pony Zeus. The theme of World Veterinary Day 2025 is 'Animal health takes a team' and Redwings Zeus is making his own valuable contribution as part of the University of Cambridge's Department of Veterinary Medicine.