Billericay Fun Walk
Walkers wanted urgently! Do you fancy a stroll or walk and want to help the animals too?
The Billericay Fun Walk is on Sunday 21 May at Barleylands and Remus are keen to have a team of 12 walkers so that we can raise maximum funds for the animals. There are two walks – one circular of 3 miles and the second a much shorter walk within the Farm which is suitable for toddlers, families and people with disabilities.
All walkers get as many sponsors as possible, take part in the Fun Day and Walk, with refreshments, stalls and music and raise funds to help the many needy animals at Remus.
If you can help and join us on the day please register your interest by phone 01277 356191 or email at info@remussanctuary.org.
Alternatively you can download and complete the Billericay Fun Walk Form 2017.
Open Season at Remus Horse Sanctuary
Remus Horse Sanctuary is delighted to open its gates and welcome visitors to the Sanctuary for the first time this year on Sunday 7 May 2017. The Mayor for Brentwood, Noelle Hones, will also be in attendance during the afternoon to express her support for the charity.
Further dates throughout the 2017 season can be found below:
- Sunday 4 June
- Sunday 2 July
- Sunday 6 August
- Sunday 3 September
- Sunday 1 October
Open on each of the above dates from 1pm to 5pm, the Sanctuary offers entertainment for the whole family including competitions and games, special guests such as Cinderella or Snow White, music from local band Midnite Blu, delicious refreshments including gluten-free sandwiches and homemade cakes, lots of stalls and a raffle.
Parking is available on-site, with disabled access and dogs are welcome on a lead. Admission will be charged at just £4 per adult and £2 for children. Members of the Sanctuary will receive a discount upon presentation of their membership card. Visitors to the Open Days will be able to meet horses, Blax and Lady, recently rescued from Kent.
The Sanctuary is currently providing rehabilitation and care for over 200 animals, including horses, ponies, donkeys, cows, goats, sheep and cats. The Open Days are a vital source of fundraising for the charity which, due to its location on greenbelt land, can only open to the public for a limited number of days each year.
Founder of the Sanctuary, Sue Burton, says, “we love inviting the public to come and visit the Sanctuary and learn more about what we do. We always have such a great time showing off our facilities and our amazing animals and giving people an insight into the valuable work that we do here.”
For further information, browse the website or contact Sue Burton on tel: 01277 356191.1
Raise Free Funds for Us this Easter
Did you know that you can raise free funds for Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary when you shop for Easter goodies via Give as you Live?
This Easter, whether you’re buying sweet treats for the kids, food for a seasonal feast, or a special gift for someone, please shop via Give as you Live and raise money for us, at no extra cost to you.
Treat the ones you love this Easter!
Help spread the word and get others raising free donations when they shop online through Give as you Live. Use Twitter and Facebook to tell all your friends today.
Volunteers Drive
Remus Horse Sanctuary is inviting people to attend one of its volunteer induction days at the Sanctuary located near Ingatestone in Essex on either Sunday 30 April for adult volunteers or Sunday 11 June for young volunteers. The events will take place from 11am to 1pm and include refreshments. Everyone must complete an application form in advance, which can be obtained either directly from Remus or downloaded from the website.
Remus is actively looking for volunteers to join the existing and dedicated team and there are many ways in which an individual can help – whether in the office, helping with the animals, maintenance, cleaning, knitting or stuffing envelopes. Remus can accept volunteers from the age of 11 upwards.
Founder, Sue Burton, says: “all we need is for the person to want to help us, to be able to spare a few hours and to be flexible and happy to work as part of a team.”
The induction days will give interested people an insight into the issues that Remus face and the support needed, including relevant Health & Safety information, and offers the chance to meet other prospective volunteers. Remus are always looking for additional volunteers to help at their Open Days during the summer season; the Open Days are held on the first Sunday of the month from May to October and help is also required with set-up the day before.
Sue Burton, Founder of the Sanctuary says, “an additional bonus is that many lovely friendships are made between the volunteers and its always really nice to hear the volunteers refer to Remus as an extended family!”
For further information, visit www.remussanctuary.org or contact Sue Burton on tel: 01277 356191.
Raise Free Funds for Us this Mothers Day
If you’ve not already noted the date in your diary, this year Mothering Sunday is on Sunday 26 March – so just a week to go!
Did you know that you can raise free funds for Remus Horse Sanctuary when you shop for Mother’s Day gifts via Give as you Live?
This Mother’s Day, whether you’re buying flowers, fragrances, chocolates or jewellery, please shop via Give as you Live and raise money for us, at no extra cost to you.
Treat mum for less this Mother’s Day!
And why not help spread the word and get others raising free donations when they shop online through Give as you Live. Use Twitter and Facebook to tell all your friends today!
Indulgence Day
We are pleased to announce that we will be holding our first Indulgence Day at Writtle Village Hall (opposite the duck pond) on Saturday 13 May from 10am to 4pm.
We will be offering taster treatments (usually £10 for 20 minutes) such as Indian Head Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Reiki, Reflexology, Thai Foot Massage and many more. Come along and pamper yourself!
There will also be a variety of stalls to shop from and we will have all of the usual Remus merchandise available. If you don’t want to shop why not have a cup of tea or coffee and a psychic reading!
Entry is by donation, minimum £3 please, which will all go towards the continued care of our 200+ wonderful animals.
For further information please contact the Sanctuary directly on 01277 356191 or contact the event organiser at events@remussanctuary.org.
We still have a few spaces for therapists and sellers and would love to hear from you – contact details as above.
Kids Activity Days Over Easter
Not long now until the Easter holidays! Are you making plans for you and your kids? We have a great way of keeping them entertained on either Wednesday 5 April or Wednesday 12 April – or both if you like!
Would your kids like to join us during the Easter break for some activities and to meet the animals? Boys and girls between the ages of 7 and 11 years are welcome to join us from 10am to 12 noon. Refreshments will be provided, but not lunch.
Your child will be fully supervised throughout the event and would need to wear suitable outdoor clothes, wellies and bring a hard hat if they have one.
The cost is £20 per child per date and advance booking is fundamental
Places are limited and must be booked beforehand.
Just click on the link to find out more and to book your place.
If you have any queries, don’t hesitate to contact us on tel: 01277 356191.
The Worsening Plight of Horse Welfare in the UK
Sue Burton, founder of Remus Horse Sanctuary in Essex, has been spending time meeting with other horse welfare groups and with Brentwood Borough Council and Thurrock Council to discuss the escalating problems of horse welfare in the area, including pregnant, tethered mares having to give birth on chains.
Sue Burton and her colleagues witnessed the now common-place scenes of horses left in the most appalling conditions. Of the three in the accompanying picture, two could walk off to the dry grassy area beyond, whereas the other was tethered – it has access to hay but no dry area in which to lay. Hundreds of horses literally live in quagmires and their lives are worthless – so many would be better off not being born into it.
Sue said “we probably saw over 100 horses and just looking into their eyes turns my stomach every time, but I can’t just walk away. These horses aren’t designed for this sort of life. Yes they cope with it as we would cope with being in a prison, but these animals should be roaming flight animals with a gregarious nature who can interact and mutually groom their herd members – not spend their life tied by their necks to the ground.”
Sue also reports that some of these same horses were heavily pregnant and giving birth on chains. She ponders if this “can really be acceptable in this day and age when we have the ability to send men to the moon but we can let innocent living creatures suffer like this? There is something very wrong in our society.”
The horse welfare crisis in this country is getting worse and the scenes witnessed are replicated the length and breadth of the country. There can be no excuse for turning a blind eye and allowing this suffering to continue. Horses on tethering chains with no food, no water, no access to the five freedoms and no hope in their sad eyes.
The ‘five needs’ are a fundamental part of The Animal Welfare Act 2006 and the animal owner’s ‘Duty of Care’ in British Law. The five needs are:
- Freedom from hunger and thirst.
- Freedom from discomfort.
- Freedom from pain, injury and disease.
- Freedom to express normal behavior.
- Freedom from fear and distress.
Sue has asked that people keep a close eye on horses in their area and report any that they are concerned about. That horse owners take responsibility for their horses and ensure they have all they need in this inclement weather. Anyone wishing to help Remus in their work can do so by making a donation to the Sanctuary at Little Farm, Buttsbury, Nr Ingatestone, Essex CM4 9NZ or by telephoning: 01277 356191.
For further information or to participate in the Remus Welfare Watch scheme, browse www.remussanctuary.org or contact Sue Burton on tel: 01277 356191. Anyone wishing to make a donation to the Winter Feed Appeal can do so via www.justgiving.com/rmhs.
Raise Free Funds for Us this Valentines Day
Did you know that you can raise free funds for Remus Horse Sanctuary when you shop for Valentine’s Day gifts via Give as you Live?
This Valentine’s Day, whether you’re buying flowers, fragrances, experience days, jewellery or a must-have gift for your partner, please shop via Give as you Live and raise money for us, at no extra cost to you.
And, of course, if you’re looking for something that’s just a little bit different from the norm, you can sponsor one of our animals as a gift too. More on that here.
Spread a little love this February!
Help spread the word and get others raising free donations when they shop online through Give as you Live. Use Twitter and Facebook to tell all your friends today – just remember to tag Remus!
Feel The Love
Feel the love this Valentine’s Day with Remus Horse Sanctuary and receive a special Valentine’s badge with all new Sponsorship Orders this month!
Sponsor an animal as a gift for your loved one this Valentine’s and you’ll receive a free valentine’s day badge… at no extra cost.
Our Sponsorship Programme is an extremely vital part of our fundraising efforts – you will be contributing directly to the upkeep of the animals we rescue and re-home, to ensure they live out the rest of their days relaxed, happy, loved and nurtured, free from disease and well-fed. And, by helping to care for the animals we have already saved, you will also be helping us to go on and save more.
You can sponsor one of our animals for just £25 a year, by ordering online right now. Alternatively, if you prefer, you can sponsor one of our animals for as little as £2 per month, payable by Standing Order. Just download and complete the form and either post it or scan it back to us by email, with your choice of animal.
You can choose your animal to sponsor, order and pay for your Sponsorship online via our Online Shop or download the form and post to us at: Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary, Little Farm, Buttsbury, Near Ingatestone, Essex, CM4 9NZ.
Please, help us to help them!
Take a look at our Sponsorship Programme today!
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