The Epona Trust RC

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Registered UK charity that helps vulnerable equine and gives sanctuary for life, not just today. Ownership & Control.

The Trust does not buy or sell animals Who Owns the Charity Horses and Why? Charities are not owned by anybody. The charity is controlled and its assets held in trust by a board of trustees. Trustees are responsible in law for ensuring that charities are well run to deliver their charitable purposes for the public benefit as set out in their constitution. As the founder of The Epona Trust, I took

the decision in 1997 to give up ownership of the 25 ponies I had rescued. The motivation behind this was, if anything happened to me or I crashed financially, the ponies would be counted as my assets and could be sold to the highest bidder, possibly the meat man. The Charity and association were set up to protect the animals by appointing a board of trustees who are ultimately responsible for the assets... and EPONA was born ! Our Aims and Objectives

In 2007 Epona became a registered non-profit making Association in Normandy, making it the first English run Equine Charity\Association in NorthWest France. Our farm in Normandy is home to more than 60 ponies, horses, donkeys and mules, who have come to us from all walks of life, sick, old, rescue missions, ill treatment, neglect and welfare issues but also from owners who sadly have died to those who have fallen on hard times and can no longer keep their beloved pets, we never turn an animal away. We do place horses into suitable homes whenever we can as this is our preference to keep them in a family environment. When this happens it is under the conditions of our Constitution where we retain ownership of them until the day they die but there are some residents who cannot leave the sanctuary for medical reasons and need to be supported from here. We have never rescued animals threatened by the abattoir as we see this as 'supporting the meatman by putting money in his pocket and steak on his plate'. We try to be in front of him and get to those animals who are in need before they reach him. We provide emergency cover for any animal in need as well as permanent lifelong care for them. Something never talked about is our commitment to 'owners in need'. We will help owners (where we can)who are struggling and find themselves in hard times to keep their pets at home. This is usually with unexpected Vet bills, long term medication and winter feed but everything we do it can only be accomplished with your help and support, Epona cannot continue into the future without your help. The shelter has no financial income and only operates from public donations and with the help of a few volunteers. Everyone can help the shelter residents by
1. Becoming a sponsor which is 30 euros per year. This entails choosing a resident to sponsor. In return you will receive regular updates and photos.(more info on this will follow in the coming days)
2. Monthly donation if only 1 euro(every little helps). With 30 euros paid to the shelter for a year, you will be a great help to us and will help pay towards the bills for hay and straw as well as veterinary care. If you wish to be involved and help the resident please contact us, we'd love to hear from you.

Easter break special offer. EPONA TRUST GITE
18/02/2025

Easter break special offer. EPONA TRUST GITE

Lets hope they will vaccinate this time, Its only a flue for god sake!
17/01/2025

Lets hope they will vaccinate this time, Its only a flue for god sake!

The UK has banned the import of cattle from Germany.

29/11/2024

SELLING CHEAP EVERYTHING MUST GO. We have received a donation of children's toys and riding clothes. jods, body warmers wax jacket ext. selling cheap everything must go. please contact me to arrange viewing. 50520 or 50320....

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18/10/2024

I am struggling, Please can someone help? Two beautiful elderly dogs are still in kennels following the death of their owner. Most of our contacts are in the equine world, so we are calling on all doggy people to help find a home for 2 elderly dogs in Bass Normandy.
The dogs have lived together on a farm all their lives and they cannot be split up. Sadly they are being held in kennels in Leval. although this is a good refuge it is no way for them to spend their last days.
I KNOW THIS IS A BIG ASK AND THEREFORE, THE EPONA TRUST WILL COVER VETERINARY COSTS.
Can you help by sponsoring this rescue, or help us find these poor dogs a good home?
Please contact us tel 0233618841 or email [email protected].
Thank you
Ann

The Epona Trust update. All the sheep and donkeys are safe. Thanks to some wonderful people we have been able to place m...
15/10/2024

The Epona Trust update. All the sheep and donkeys are safe. Thanks to some wonderful people we have been able to place most of the animals in permanent homes, however, 3 young Ouessant boys are now looking for their own permanent home. They are uncastrated but will be done ASAP. They are not for sale they are for adoption only. Can you help us? by donating towards the lifelong care of 100s of animals, offering a forever home or volunteering. Please contact Ann at [email protected]

23/09/2024

We are still looking for help with 5 donkeys and 10 sheep. Short or long term.
following the passing of the owner these animals need help now. please email [email protected]. or via our website eponatrust.org I dont do messenger Les ânes et les moutons d'Ouessant ont besoin d'une aide urgente. Suite au décès de leur propriétaire, ces animaux recherchent des personnes attentionnées pour leur offrir un foyer temporaire ou permanent.
Les moutons sont des animaux de compagnie, ils ne sont pas destinés à la reproduction, à la consommation ou à la vente. Si vous souhaitez adopter,

20/09/2024

Donkeys and Ouessant sheep need urgent help. Please email I can't do messenger There are 14 sheep and 5 donkeys that need accommodation. I do not have details of these animals but I will have more information next week. I know the donkeys are well-handled and have regular visits from the farrier, so they should be in good condition. We at Epona would be interested in finding permanent homes for them. Because we DO NOT SELL or take any money from foster families we are willing to help financially towards their continued wellbeing

Donkeys and Ouessant sheep need urgent help. There are 14 sheep and 5 donkeys that ...
20/09/2024

Donkeys and Ouessant sheep need urgent help. There are 14 sheep and 5 donkeys that need accommodation. I do not have details of these animals but I will have more information next week. The donkeys are well-handled and have regular visits from the farrier, so they should be in good condition. We at Epona would be interested in finding permanent homes for them. Because we DO NOT SELL or take any money from foster families we are willing to help financially towards their continued wellbeing. UPDATE, Donkeys, there are 4 males and 1 female. Sheep I No idea for the moment, If You can help, Even for a week or two we will cover the costs, These are pets and it would be dreadful if they went to slaughter.

07/09/2024

This is inhumane to the horses and also dangerous for ecological balance. (200 signatures on petition)

03/08/2024

I will be at our shop today if anyone wants to call in. The 2€ August membership card is available today. =20€ annual association membership will be available next week

www.eponatrust.org
02/08/2024

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A UK registered charity since 1997, and a French association since 2007, the Epona shelter takes in old or sick horses, ponies and donkeys, or quite simply those who no longer have a roof over their heads.

We need to rehome some beautiful gentle cockerels. area 50320
02/08/2024

We need to rehome some beautiful gentle cockerels. area 50320

Two shops with living accommodation above, situated in the center of a Normandy village In a good location on a crossr...
29/05/2024

Two shops with living accommodation above, situated in the center of a Normandy village In a good location on a crossroads. The building needs renovation. but grants are available to help with costs. The structure of the building is sound and the shop areas are up and running. The interior is very doable by a good DIYer but it needs rewiring and plumbing on the two upper floors. The two shops are now used as retail outlets and could generate an income whilst work is being done. There are 2 staircases so easily split into 2 separate dwellings. 3 large rooms on the ground floor, 3 on the first floor and 2 on the second floor. Several English-run businesses in the village and the nearby town so plenty of help with the French system is on hand.
large enclosed garden to the rear of the property and a small parcel of land on the outskirts of the village.
The reason for the sale is I am now too old to do much of the work.

25/05/2024

THE NEW ARRIVALS IN APRIL. We have taken on another 7 old ponies and horses this year and we would like some volunteers to help with their daily care. Because homes cannot be found for old or handicapped animals, they face euthanasia when owners are unable to care for them. Most people will not take on an old animal because of the expense. We try to give some of these oldies an extended retirement. On site we have 8 equine with degenerative disorders and 12 in their mid and late 20s. so if you have time to give on a regular basis, they would love to meet you.

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16/05/2024

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We have many saddles for sale. All sizes. second-hand Wintex. Thorowgood and other synthetics. English leather saddles f...
14/05/2024

We have many saddles for sale. All sizes. second-hand Wintex. Thorowgood and other synthetics. English leather saddles from Shetland pony to cob and some continental leather. one new donkey pad and one new Thorowgood 17".

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Who owns the charity.

As the founder of The Epona Trust, I took the decision in 1997 to give up ownership of 25 ponies I had saved from slaughter. The motivation behind this was, if anything happened to me or I crashed financially,the ponies would be counted as my assets and could be sold to the highest bidder, possibly the meat man. The Charity and association were set up to protect the animals by appointing a board of trustees who are ultimately responsible for the assets.

Ownership & Control. Charities are not owned by anybody. The charity is controlled and its assets held in trust by a board of trustees. Trustees are responsible in law for ensuring that charities are well run to deliver their charitable purposes for the public benefit as set out in their constitution.

Over the past few years, some of the Trustees have retired and others have sadly died, so If you are interested in becoming a trustee you can apply at the general meeting in January.

Our farm in Normandy is home to more than 60 ponies, horses, donkeys and mules, we provide emergency cover as well as permanent lifelong care for only with your support can the refuge continue into the future.