‘Lovely interactions’ as much-loved pony reunited with youngsters he helped

A horse who’s having fun with his retirement at Redwings Horse Sanctuary had a particular go to from a few of the youngsters he has helped prior to now.

Younger individuals and employees from Ebony Horse Membership, Brixton, visited their much-loved cob Harley, who moved to the charity’s Norfolk base in April.

“Harley helped tons of of kids throughout 4 years on the membership, which supplies younger individuals, largely from low-income backgrounds, the chance to work together with horses,” a Redings spokesperson stated.

“The membership contacted Redwings earlier this yr after their efforts to discover a appropriate retirement house for Harley had failed. The 13-year-old has osteoarthritis in his hind fetlocks, which means he can now not work, and wishes intently monitored care.”

Ebony’s chief working officer Sidony Holdsworth stated Harley was a favorite and far cherished.

“We’re very grateful that Redwings agreed to take Harley,” she stated.

“It was so particular for us to have the ability to come and see him. It means so much to all of us to see Harley wanting so settled, nicely and blissful along with his new pals, dwelling his finest life for nonetheless a lot time he has.

“He’s a sweetheart of a horse, who has executed a lot for therefore many, and we all know that he has the easiest of all the things at Redwings.”

The guests had a guided tour of Redwings Aylsham, and met another residents, together with Maya, who’s now a detailed pal of Harley’s.

Redwings’ Charlotte McMorran-Inventory stated: “It was so particular to see the youngsters and younger individuals with Harley, and the opposite horses. I’ve labored at Redwings for six years and I don’t suppose I’ve seen such lovely interactions between our residents and folks.

“Harley clearly cherished seeing his outdated pals and loved a number of scritches and introducing them to his new friends.”

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Eleanor is an skilled journalist who spent over eight years working for native and nationwide newspapers earlier than becoming a member of H&H as information editor in March 2016. Keen about equine welfare and exposing the reality, Eleanor has reported on all facets of the trade, from Brexit to anti-bullying campaigns, and from dressage guidelines to mules. Her sport of selection is showjumping, by which she competes her personal horses, and he or she additionally enjoys reporting at native leaping exhibits via to worldwide championships.