Love horses? You'll love Redwings.

Welcome to Redwings Horse Sanctuary, one of the largest equine welfare charities in the UK, where everything we do is for the love of the horse.

Every day, over 1,000 rescued horses and donkeys wake up safe, warm, and cared for – all because of Redwings, and people like you.

As one of the UK’s largest horse welfare charities, 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 600 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 to.

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.

Help feed our rescued herds this winter

Because of you, rescued horses like Soda and Bun (pictured) will never know hunger again. But after a summer of drought, rising hay costs have placed significant pressure on our resources. Donate today to help feed our rescued horses and donkeys this winter. 

Two horses eating out of a hay trough in a snowy field

Donate to the appeal

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£15

could help buy hay for a pony recovering in the Horse Hospital for a week. 
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£26

could provide special feeds for an elderly rescued pony for a week
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£52

could help pay for our dedicated carers to deliver the 'hay-run' to 125 horses
Meet donkeys at Redwings
 
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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 
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.

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Two cobs eating hay out of a feeder in the snow

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Go Low graphic

Redwings asks people to Go Low this Autumn

Horses stood in a field in the dark with a torch shining at them

Managing horses during firework season

Papillon looking over a fence

Meet Papillon, Redwings’ newest Adoption Star!

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