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.

Saving horses like Harmonia

Harmonia was one of the most emaciated horses we had ever seen but thanks to supporters like you we were Ready to Rescue. Watch her story below and donate today to help save horses just like her. 

Harmonia before and after images

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 Harmonia. 
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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. 
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)

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.

Harry Hall One Club - Horse insurance that comes with handy benefits and a donation to Redwings.

The Harry Hall One Club

Horse insurance that comes with handy benefits and a donation to Redwings.

We’re delighted to say we’ve partnered with the Harry Hall One Club to offer you a fantastic way to support Redwings – Harry Hall’s Charity of the Year. Take out their Gold or Platinum membership – public liability and personal accident insurance, plus a bunch of shopping discounts and other perks – receive a £10 gift voucher to spend on their website, and Redwings will receive a £10 donation!

To make sure the donation is included, join the club using the button below.

Latest news from Redwings
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Two photos of Harmonia the horse. On the left is Harmonia on intake, she is very emaciated. On the right is Harmonia now at a healthy weight.

Ready to Rescue: Harmonia, one of the most emaciated horses we have ever seen
Photo of Barbara in a wheelchair meeting a pony being held by a handler.

Norwich woman marks 99th birthday with visit to Redwings
Photo of Tom the pony stood in a field in sunshine.

Winter prize draw winners announced!
A photo of Campaigns Manager Helen at the National Equine Forum

Fireworks are still a hot topic - even in March!

Two photos of Harmonia the horse. On the left is Harmonia on intake, she is very emaciated. On the right is Harmonia now at a healthy weight.

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

Photo of Barbara in a wheelchair meeting a pony being held by a handler.

Norwich woman marks 99th birthday with visit to Redwings

Photo of Tom the pony stood in a field in sunshine.

Winter prize draw winners announced!

A photo of Campaigns Manager Helen at the National Equine Forum

Fireworks are still a hot topic - even in March!

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