The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre
Also known as: The Thoroughbred Rehabilitation Centre Limited, Trc
The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre works for the welfare of all Thoroughbreds and retired racehorses. BTRC assesses and then rehabilitates, retrains and re-homes these horses to permanent loan homes throughout the UK where they are regularly monitored. BTRC never buys or sells horses - the horses are donated to the charity and remain in the BTRC's ownership for the rest of their lives.
Activities & Mission
The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre works for the welfare of all Thoroughbreds and retired racehorses. BTRC assesses and then rehabilitates, retrains and re-homes these horses to permanent loan homes throughout the UK where they are regularly monitored. BTRC never buys or sells horses - the horses are donated to the charity and remain in the BTRC's ownership for the rest of their lives.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 65% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 94). How is this calculated?
Higher than 74% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 74% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £550,857 | £467,571 | £462,901 | £805,334 | £175,994 | 16 / 1 |
| 2023 | £351,734 | £401,606 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £447,464 | £463,053 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £367,200 | £519,121 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2020 | £530,282 | £482,903 | £479,289 | £939,430 | £92,945 | 17 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre
What does The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre do?
The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre works for the welfare of all Thoroughbreds and retired racehorses. BTRC assesses and then rehabilitates, retrains and re-homes these horses to permanent loan homes throughout the UK where they are regularly monitored. BTRC never buys or sells horses - the horses are donated to the charity and remain in the BTRC's ownership for the rest of their lives.
How much income did The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre report in 2024?
The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre reported total income of £551k and reported expenditure of £468k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre?
The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre has a program ratio of 84.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 65% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 94 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre registered as a charity?
The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 November 2001 as charity number 1089564. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre?
The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOHN SEXTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre operate?
The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre a registered charity?
Yes — The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1089564.
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- 14 May 2026
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