Meet the Equine Team
Archie
D.O.B: 2007
Breed: Appaloosa X
Height: 14.3hh
Colour: Appaloosa
Gender: Gelding
Archie arrived at HorseWorld in January 2013 as part of an RSPCA seizure. He was very underweight, neglected, and had terrible rain scald across his back. Once healthy, Archie was rehomed but returned in 2021 and joined the Discovery team. He is a very sensitive horse who takes lots of reassurance from his handler, but he loves working with the young people and the grooms. He is very good at liberty work and likes to amaze the students with his skills.
Lunar
D.O.B: 2013
Breed: Welsh X
Height: 13hh
Colour: Bay Roan
Gender: Mare
Lunar was born at HorseWorld in 2013 after her mum was rescued from wandering a busy main road. Lunar was rehomed as a youngster to gain some life experience and when she returned the staff thought Lunar would make an excellent Discovery pony. Today, Lunar works on our Discovery programme during the winter time, as she suffers from sweet itch in the summer months. She especially enjoys getting lots of attention from the Discovery students and doing the obstacle course.
Red
Red
D.O.B: 2006
Breed: Irish Sports Pony
Height: 14.1hh
Colour: Chestnut
Gender: Gelding
Red first came to HorseWorld Discovery on loan in 2018 and quickly became a much-loved member of the team. A true gentleman, Red is a huge asset to the programme and has a special way of connecting with the young people he works with. He is a firm favourite with both students and staff, thanks to his kind nature and big personality. Although he can be a little high maintenance at times, always making sure his needs are met – that’s just part of his charm!
Charlie
D.O.B: 2011
Breed: Shetland
Height: 9hh
Colour: Chestnut
Gender: Gelding
Charlie was rescued back in 2020 in a terrible condition. He was suffering from a condition called Laminitis and his hooves were very overgrown. It took Charlie many months to recover but once he did, it was clear he would make an excellent Discovery pony. He is one of the smallest on the team but he has the biggest personality!
Sox
D.O.B: 2007
Breed: Welsh sec A
Height: 11hh
Colour: Chestnut roan
Gender: Mare
Sox arrived at HorseWorld in 2013 in foal, she later gave birth to a beautiful filly named Ruby. Sox spent some time out on loan homes to get some valuable life experience, before returning in 2022. She passed her Discovery training with flying colours in 2024. She is a quiet, sweet-natured pony who enjoys a good pamper session.
Cowslip and Barnaby
D.O.B: 2005 & 2007
Breed: Donkey
Height: 10hh
Colour: Grey & Black
Gender: Mare & Gelding
Cowslip came to HorseWorld in 2005 due to overbreeding in the New Forest and Barnaby in 2011 when his owner could no longer care for him. They are very closely bonded and must do everything together, so they work on our Discovery programme as a pair. They particular love being groomed side-by-side and are so gentle with the students.
Bertie
D.O.B: 2017
Breed: Shetland
Height: 8hh
Colour: Dun
Gender: Gelding
Bertie came to HorseWorld in 2023 as part of a seizure of a group of stallion Shetlands. He was very nervous of people and new environments when he arrived but his confidence has grown massively. He now enjoys human interaction and his inquisitive character has come out. Bertie passed his training for Discovery in 2025 and the students love him because he is so fluffy and cute!
Ash
D.O.B: 2017
Breed: Cob
Height: 12hh
Colour: Piebald
Gender: Mare
Ash came to HorseWorld in 2022 as part of a seizure of a group of cobs who were all pregnant and underweight. Soon after arrival, Ash gave birth to a colt called Oakley. Ash has been out on a loan home where she gained lots of life experience, when Ash returned to HorseWorld it was decided she would make a great Discovery pony due to her relaxed nature.
Jasper
D.O.B: 2018
Breed: Welsh Pony
Height: 12.2hh
Colour: Black
Gender: Gelding
Jasper came to HorseWorld in 2020 with two other horses, he had not received much handling but otherwise was in good condition. Jasper started groundwork training the following year and progressed really well, proving to be a very sweet natured pony. Jasper is now a member of the Discovery team and loves his job!
Iris
D.O.B: 2002
Breed: Shetland X
Height: 9hh
Colour: Skewbald
Gender: Mare
Iris came to HorseWorld in 2002 as part of a big organisational rescue. After maturing, Iris was taught how to drive and went on to a driving loan home where she gained lots of life experience. When Iris returned to HorseWorld, it was clear she would be a great fit for Discovery due to her experience and love for human interaction.
Megan
D.O.B: 2010
Breed: Donkey
Height: 10.1hh
Colour: Grey
Gender: Jenny
Megan came to HorseWorld in 2024 after her companion sadly passed away, followed by her owner. The stress made her put on a lot of weight and she became quite unwell. After spending time in our donkey herd, she soon recovered. Megan is a sensitive donkey but enjoys learning new things. She is new to Discovery but is doing very well with her training and is learning to long-rein.
Rio
D.O.B: 2014
Breed: Cob
Height: 12hh
Colour: Piebald
Gender: Gelding
Rio arrived at HorseWorld in 2016 after being seized with one other horse. Rio has been on loan homes where he was ridden, but returned due to lameness issues and it was later discovered he has a mild neurological condition. Due to Rio’s calm nature, staff thought he would make an excellent Discovery pony. He is a very sweet pony who lives life in the slow lane, which makes him great at building the students' confidence.
Benji
D.O.B: 2009
Breed: Connemara X
Height: 13.2hh
Colour: Grey
Gender: Gelding
Benji came to HorseWorld in 2023, after his owners could no longer care for him and he sadly lost his companion. Because of his friendly personality, our team decided he would make a great Discovery pony. He loves his job working on Discovery and getting extra attention!
Tilly
D.O.B: 2015
Breed: Cob
Height: 13.2hh
Colour: Skewbald
Gender: Mare
Tilly arrived at HorseWorld in 2025 with another pony called Trigger from a charity that was closing down their equine unit. She is a very sociable mare who loves attention and having a job to do. She loves her new role on our Discovery programme and working with the children.
Pearl
D.O.B: 2015
Breed: Welsh
Height: 12hh
Colour: Palomino
Gender: Mare
Pearl came to HorseWorld in 2024 with another pony called Twiggy from RSPCA boarding. They had been seized from a home where they unfortunately were victims of neglect and cruel abuse. Despite all Pearl had been through, she really wanted to trust. After working with her for some time, her sweet personality began to shine through. She now works on our Discovery programme and absolutely loves being pampered!
Ernie
D.O.B: 2011
Breed: Cob
Height: 12.3hh
Colour: Piebald
Gender: Gelding
HorseWorld rescued Ernie in 2013 from neglect. He was underweight and had overgrown feet which were infected with maggots. After he was brought back to full health, Ernie went out on a few loan homes where he shone in the show ring. He returned to HorseWorld in 2025 due to no fault of his own and because of his sweet and affectionate nature, it was decided he would join the Discovery team. Ernie loves people and really excels in his job. He has a beautiful long mane which the students love to groom and plait.
Bumble
D.O.B: 2017
Breed: Shetland
Height: 8.1hh
Colour: Appaloosa
Gender: Mare
Bumble was born at HorseWorld to her mother, Honey, who was part of a group of Shetlands seized from an unsuitable home. She went out on loan as a youngster and returned to HorseWorld in 2025 due to a change in her loaner’s circumstances. Since then, Bumble has trained to become a Discovery pony. She is a sweet little pony who is very bonded with Perdy, another Shetland born at HorseWorld at the same time. The two even shared the same loan home. Although quite shy, Bumble is always willing to try new things. Students love working with her because she is so small, gentle, and adorable!
Perdy
D.O.B: 2017
Breed: Shetland
Height: 7.5hh
Colour: Appaloosa
Gender: Mare
Perdy was born at HorseWorld to her mother, Megan, who was part of a group of Shetlands seized from an unsuitable home. She went out on loan as a youngster and returned to HorseWorld in 2025 due to a change in her loaner’s circumstances. Since then, Perdy has trained to become a Discovery pony. She is a confident pony who loves attention from people. Perdy lives in our Shetland herd and is closely bonded with Bumble, another Shetland born at HorseWorld at the same time. The two even shared the same loan home. Perdy helps give Bumble confidence, and together they work on our Discovery programme.
Vegas
D.O.B: 2010
Breed: Shetland X
Height: 10.1hh
Colour: Bay
Gender: Gelding
Vegas arrived at HorseWorld as a foal at foot to his mother, Georgia, from Cumbria. They had been seized from a case involving 100 horses that were all underweight and being kept in terrible conditions. Thanks to the care from our team, Vegas made a full recovery, and enjoyed many years in loving loan homes before returning to HorseWorld in 2025. Because of his sweet nature and loving personality, it was decided that he would make a great addition to the Discovery team. He is particularly good at long reining and is always tuned in to his handler's emotions.
Houston
D.O.B: 2013
Breed: New Forest
Height: 14.2hh
Colour: Bay
Gender: Gelding
Houston arrived at HorseWorld with his two herd mates in 2025 from a loving home who could no longer look after him. He is a very happy and relaxed horse who has settled into life at HorseWorld perfectly. He has recently joined our Discovery team and loves getting attention from the students.
