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Rain, rain go away
It might be August, but that hasn’t stopped the heavy rain showers and fluctuating temperatures we’ve been experiencing so far this month! If you’ve been pulling your hair out not knowing whether to put a fly sheet or a lightweight rug on your horse in the mornings, you’re not alone! Unfortunately, our horses can be […]
Read More9.9K Remus Reservoir Challenge
Join us on our 9.9K Remus Reservoir Challenge! We are asking our supporters to walk, run or cycle the full distance of the Hanningfield Reservoir 9.9km, or equivalent, in a day this September or October. Help us raise £10,000 to support the running of the Remus Horse Sanctuary, which provides lifetime help and care for […]
Read MoreA Family Friendly Day Out at Remus Horse Sanctuary
Remus Horse Sanctuary will be opening its gates again on Sunday 1 August for one of its summer Open Days. Unfortunately, the July date had to be cancelled last minute due to Met Office weather warnings which then never materialised. Founder Sue Burton hopes that nothing impacts their August event, especially after losing out on […]
Read MoreSummer comes with a yellow warning
We’ve had a very typical Great British summer so far, haven’t we? A little bit of sunshine and plenty of showers! Other than not knowing whether we’re coming or going with the fluctuating temperatures – not to mention masks, social distancing and everything else we have to think about – the mix of wet and […]
Read More9.9K Remus Reservoir Challenge
Many charities like Remus Horse Sanctuary have been directly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. It has massively affected the charity’s fundraising activities and they have lost out on crucial donations for horses in their care. The charity is calling on any supporters to help them raise £10,000 in donations by taking part in their 9.9K […]
Read MoreReturn of Fun Dog Show to Charity Open Day
Remus Horse Sanctuary is delighted to announce the return of its Fun Dog Show to its popular Open Day this July. Previously on hold due to the Covid restrictions and despite the delay of step four of the Lockdown Roadmap, the Charity will be able to incorporate the fun dog show and children’s entertainer, including […]
Read MoreLaminitis: the silent monster in older horses
We’re finally enjoying some much warmer weather but, as usual for horse owners, it comes with additional challenges! Many vets up and down the country have reported rises in cases of Laminitis, with the mixture of the warm and wet weather making the grass grow like crazy. Many of our residents here at Remus are […]
Read MoreGiving Checkout – A New Online Tool by JustGiving
In the past year, more and more people have been going digital and JustGiving is addressing this by helping charities and supporters get a smoother user journey through its new online donation tool called Giving Checkout. Why is this important to us? Put quite simply, it’s a no-brainer! Giving Checkout is completely free to use […]
Read MoreCelebrating Volunteers Week 2021
This week we’re celebrating the difference volunteers make to our charity and thanking them for all their time and dedication during this year’s Volunteers’ Week, which runs from 1-7 June. Furthermore, this 37th annual Volunteers’ Week is taking place during #MonthOfCommunity! Volunteers don’t get paid. Not because they are worthless. Because they are priceless! We […]
Read MoreVisitors invited to Covid-Safe Open Day at Essex Horse Charity
Remus Horse Sanctuary will be opening its gates on Sunday 6 June 2021 to welcome visitors safely to the charity with numerous Covid-safe measures in place. To minimise physical contact, tickets must be pre-booked, entry times will be staggered, and there will be waitress service within the refreshment area. The Sanctuary will be open from […]
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