Events

Summer Fete

Date: August 25th

Time: 11:00am - 4:00pm

Location: Coombe Park Sanctuary

Price: Free

Come for a fun day out at The Mare and Foal Sanctuary’s Summer Fete.

With much of the event taking place in the indoor arena, we’re prepared for whatever the British weather throws at us!

Here are some of the fantastic activities we have lined up:

FOR EVERYONE

• Meet our rescued horses and ponies, and their dedicated grooms.
• Watch exciting horse demos.
• Learn about our Horsebox Crowdfunder.
• Meet Max the mannequin.
• Browse stalls featuring local arts and crafts, including work by Kathy Nettles and Fiona Crawford.
• Visit the Reflection Stable.
• Enter the raffle.
• Explore our Pop-Up Charity Shop.
• Adopt a pony.
• Check out the pre-loved tack and rugs sale.

FOR THE FOODIES

• Enjoy fresh pizzas from Taste of the Wild.
• Savor coffees, cakes, shakes, and toasties from The Flavour Shack.
• We’re hoping to add some ice cream to the mix too!

FOR THE KIDS

• Get faces painted and enjoy balloon modelling.
• Be entertained by Elfic the Juggler.
• Jump on the bouncy castle.
• Try the hobby horse gymkhana.
• Get creative at the colouring station.
• Experience woodland classroom fun, including seed bomb making and marshmallows around the fire.
• Follow the kids’ trail.
• Listen to story readings by Sarah Harrison, featuring her delightful Barley Bear children’s stories.

FREE ADMISSION

At Coombe Park Equestrian and Education Centre, near Totnes, TQ9 6LW

This is a fundraising event for The Mare and Foal Sanctuary, the place for people who want to make a difference to the lives of horses, ponies and foals.