The Horse Trust
Also known as: The Home of Rest for Horses
The Horse Trust exists to enhance and improve the quality of life of equines in the UK. In achieving these objectives The Trust undertakes three main strategic aims:Sanctuary - to provide sanctuary and respite care at The Home of Rest for Horses Scientific Research - to fund non-invasive research.Knowledge and Skills - to devise and deliver a broad spectrum of training courses.
Activities & Mission
The Horse Trust exists to enhance and improve the quality of life of equines in the UK. In achieving these objectives The Trust undertakes three main strategic aims:Sanctuary - to provide sanctuary and respite care at The Home of Rest for Horses Scientific Research - to fund non-invasive research.Knowledge and Skills - to devise and deliver a broad spectrum of training courses.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 97% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 59). How is this calculated?
Higher than 64% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 47% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £2,744,682 | £4,142,201 | £3,678,728 | £21,638,302 | £2,966,624 | 57 / 10 |
| 2023 | £3,150,968 | £3,906,231 | £3,491,074 | £22,168,993 | £2,780,428 | 48 / 9 |
| 2022 | £2,371,432 | £3,913,772 | £3,517,572 | £22,395,461 | £22,293,764 | 58 / 8 |
| 2021 | £1,900,272 | £4,118,243 | £3,734,914 | £25,359,743 | £3,500,000 | 52 / 8 |
| 2020 | £2,113,516 | £3,332,526 | £3,093,226 | £26,407,249 | £3,000,000 | 47 / 8 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Horse Trust
What does The Horse Trust do?
The Horse Trust exists to enhance and improve the quality of life of equines in the UK. In achieving these objectives The Trust undertakes three main strategic aims:Sanctuary - to provide sanctuary and respite care at The Home of Rest for Horses Scientific Research - to fund non-invasive research.Knowledge and Skills - to devise and deliver a broad spectrum of training courses.
How much income did The Horse Trust report in 2024?
The Horse Trust reported total income of £2.74m and reported expenditure of £4.14m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Horse Trust?
The Horse Trust has a program ratio of 134.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 59 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Horse Trust registered as a charity?
The Horse Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 June 1964 as charity number 231748. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The Horse Trust?
The Horse Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Prof Josh Slater. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Horse Trust operate?
The Horse Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Horse Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Horse Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 231748.
Details
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Slad Lane
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Also Known As
- The Home of Rest for Horses
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated