Events

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 […]

Imagine strolling around a peaceful Devon pony sanctuary surrounded by beautiful, original equine artwork inspired by the theme of ‘wellbeing’.  Following the success of Kathy Nettles’ exclusive fundraising art event at The Mare and Foal Sanctuary last year, you’re invited to a special art and photography exhibition and sale showcasing the work of creatives across […]

Have you HERD the news?  Around 30 wonderful horses and ponies living at our Upcott Park Sanctuary are looking for new homes in coming months.   We’d love you to meet them, so we’ve arranged a special event to introduce them.  Date: Wednesday 16th October (Holsworthy Market Day) Place: The Mare and Foal Sanctuary, Upcott Park, Cookbury, […]

Date: Saturday 2nd November    Location: The Mare and Foal Sanctuary, Coombe Park Equestrian and Education Centre, Littlehampton, Totnes, TQ9 6LW     You’re invited to enjoy a tea-rrific time with our horses and ponies on a guided tour of the stables at Coombe Park this autumn.   Stirrup and sip while hearing more about our equine residents and […]

Saddle up for some yuletide magic as we gallop into the festive season together at The Mare and Foal Sanctuary’s Christmas Fair.  Get set for a barn-storming celebration for all the family featuring local stalls with unique gifts. It’ll be a day packed with festive storytelling, live music, festive food and drink stalls, children’s craft […]

IMPORTANT NOTICE With amber and yellow weather warnings in place for Totnes, we regret to announce the cancellation of our Christmas Tea and Tour event at Coombe Park Equestrian and Education Centre tomorrow.   Storm Darragh is set to bring very strong winds and rain. Your safety and the well-being of our horses, ponies and team […]

When? Saturday 11th January  Where? Coombe Park Education and Equestrian Centre, Littlehempston, Totnes. TQ9 6LW  Could you make a real difference to the life of one of our rescued horses or ponies?   We have EIGHT wonderful equines at our Coombe Park Sanctuary near Totnes who are ready right now to find a loving new home. Some will […]

When? Saturday 15th February   Where? Upcott Park Rehoming Yard, Cookbury near Holsworthy, EX22 6NT    Could you make a real difference to the life of a rescued horse or pony?    We have many wonderful equines ready to find a loving new home and we’re especially keen to introduce you to ponies who would make fantastic companions.  A […]

Date: Saturday 22nd February Location:  Coombe Park Education and Equestrian Centre, Littlehempston, Totnes. TQ9 6LW  Love horses? You are cordially invited to enjoy some quality time with our equine friends on a guided tour of the stables at Coombe Park Education and Equestrian Centre near Totnes.  Hear more about our four-hooved residents and our work […]

✨ New Year, New You, New Adventure! ✨ Is 2025 the year you take the leap?  Make your New Year’s resolution an adventurous one by joining us for one of our exhilarating charity skydives! We’ve booked two incredible dates for 2025: 26th April – Help a Horse Day 4th October – World Animal Day and World […]

Are you looking for something FUN and FREE to do with the family this half term?   Come and meet our amazing rescued horses and ponies at our Coombe Park Education and Equestrian Centre near Totnes. You can spend an hour discovering more about our four-hooved residents and the life-changing work we do to rescue, rehabilitate, […]

Almost 600 rescued horses and ponies have lifelong care at The Mare and Foal Sanctuary. This means they’ll live the rest of their lives at one of our peaceful reserves, or with a dedicated Sanctuary at Home carer who understands their individual needs.  Around 120 rescued equines are homed at our four Sanctuary sites across […]