Love horses? You'll love Redwings.

Welcome to Redwings Horse Sanctuary, the UK’s largest horse welfare charity, where everything we do is for the love of the horse.

Every day, over 1,300 rescued horses and donkeys wake up safe, warm, and cared for – all because of Redwings, and people like you.

As the UK’s largest horse welfare charity, we believe every horse, pony, donkey and mule deserves a life free from fear, neglect, and suffering. That’s why we give them a second chance – from urgent rescues to lifelong sanctuary care.

Redwings is 100% funded by donations. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, another 700 are now living their best lives in loving guardian homes. That means every life we save starts with you.

Adopt and make a new friend today
Adopt now - from £2 Month

How adoption works

1. Pick a horse or donkey to sponsor

Whether you’re a fan of a good sing-song or love nothing more than snooze, find your perfect Adoption Star partner for yourself or your loved one!

2. Set up your adoption

For gift adoptions we will need to get a few extra details to know who to send adoption star updates too.

3. Receive your adoption star pack

Your wonderful adoption pack includes a special certificate, stunning photo of your new friend and their story

4. Get regular updates

We'll keep you up to date on how you're supporting our vital work including sending your adoption star updates with photos and stories throughout the year.

Donkey's nose
 
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Come visit us for free!

Drop by one of our centres for a warm welcome from our friendly staff and hear inspiring stories about our rescued horses. There’s plenty for the whole family to enjoy, and we’re happy to host groups too!

Ada Cole, Essex 
Aylsham, Norfolk 
Caldecott, Norfolk 
Mountains, Angus, Scotland 
Oxhill, Warwickshire 
Anna Sewell House, Norfolk (home of the author of Black Beauty)

I was left for dead.

But thanks to supporters like you, Redwings were ready to rescue me. The next horse might not be so lucky. Help make their rescue possible by donating today.

Watch Glorious' recovery

Donate to the appeal

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£17

could help one of our Field Officers find, assess and give urgent help to a vulnerable horse like Glorious.
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£23

could provide the tests, treatment and initial care for a new Sanctuary resident.      
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£29

could help meet the cost of regular dental assessments and treatments throughout the year. 
Rehoming a rescued horse
Redwings Brina and her young Guardian Eliana and mum Lisa
Redwings Brina and her young Guardian Eliana and mum Lisa
 
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Our rehoming programme – known as the Redwings Guardianship Scheme – involves loaning a horse from us on a permanent basis, while also always having the support of the Sanctuary. The dedicated rehoming team work tirelessly to find the best match between horse (or donkey!) and human.

Latest news from Redwings
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A horse with a pretty sash being held by his handler

Introducing our two brand-new Adoption Stars!
Adoption Star Lady, a Shire horse, tucks into a horse-friendly birthday cake held by her carers.

Adoption Star Lady is having a birthday party!
Adoption Star Noah, a brown mule, stands looking at the camera in his grass paddock.

Celebrate with Adoption Star mule Noah!
Photo of Zippy the horse's head, his mane has been decorated with ribbon.

Join us for Adoption Star Zippy's birthday party!
A horse with a pretty sash being held by his handler

Introducing our two brand-new Adoption Stars!

Adoption Star Lady, a Shire horse, tucks into a horse-friendly birthday cake held by her carers.

Adoption Star Lady is having a birthday party!

Adoption Star Noah, a brown mule, stands looking at the camera in his grass paddock.

Celebrate with Adoption Star mule Noah!

Photo of Zippy the horse's head, his mane has been decorated with ribbon.

Join us for Adoption Star Zippy's birthday party!

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