Hope Pastures

29/12/2025

Buttons showing off her Yoga moves 🩷 🧘🏼‍♀️ 🥹

29/12/2025

Our lovely boy Ned is here to remind you that we’re open today (Monday) and over the Christmas/New Year period. So if you’re looking to walk off the cheese and Christmas pudding and give your TV eyes a break, we’re here to help! ☺
We’re open from 10am–3pm every day, except New Year’s Eve, when we close at 2pm. There’s free entry and on-site parking, and our small Visitor Centre will be open for refreshments but will open at 11 and close at 2pm.
With so many hungry horses to feed and care for, donations are always very welcome 🙏

27/12/2025

Meet Walter 💙

As we all know there is no rest for rescues, even over the Christmas period.

Just before Christmas, we received an urgent call about a donkey Stallion, Walter and Cob gelding, Rio. The pair had been living together for several years and desperately needed help. Without hesitation, we stepped in.

On arrival, we discovered that Walter was entire. In line with National Equine Welfare Council guidance and responsible ownership, we do not encourage breeding of horses, donkeys or mules at HP, so Walter was admitted to Rainbow Equine Hospital to be castrated.

Sadly, things have not been straightforward for this gentle donkey. Following further examinations, Walter developed complications that have required ongoing veterinary treatment, multiple follow up visits and intensive monitoring. He now needs extra staff time and specialised care to give him the best possible chance of recovery.

We are doing absolutely everything we can to pull Walter through this, but his care is ongoing and the veterinary costs are continuing to rise.

This was an unexpected intake at an already difficult time of year, and we are now asking for help to support Walter’s treatment and recovery. Any donation, no matter how small, will make a real difference and help us continue giving him the care he needs.

Thank you for being there when animals need us most 🙏

Please share 💚 and make your kind donation here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=BUPNPVYL6LG6U

26/12/2025

As Boxing Day draws to a close, the sun sets behind our gorgeous girl Pasha.

After a busy day caring for the ponies, moments like this remind us why it all matters. These peaceful scenes are only possible because of the incredible support we receive.

Thank you to every volunteer and supporter who helps us give our ponies safe, happy days 💛

24/12/2025

Our residents are getting into the festive spirit ahead of Santa coming tonight 🎅🏼 Happy Christmas Eve 🎄🥰

24/12/2025

A big thank you to Pets At Home - Leeds Kirkstall for supporting us during their Pets Foundation Santa Paws appeal. And an even bigger thank you to everyone who donated at Pets At Home - Leeds Kirkstall . Your support makes a huge difference. It was lovely seeing you all and we hope you'll visit us on site over the festive period to see how your donation helps!

23/12/2025

Our beautiful residents appreciate all kinds of treats - if you are popping in or having a cupboard clear out they would appreciate many things..as some ideas :
🌿 Herbal teas- peppermint, fruit, chamomile and red bush

😋Pre packaged Horse treats

🌺 Herbs and 100% pure essential oils~ peppermint mint, chamomile, lavender, cinnamon

🧡Dates, parsnips and swedes

22/12/2025

As Christmas approaches, we’re often reminded that our work brings us into contact with the best and the worst of humanity. We always prefer to focus on the best, so we would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has raised funds for us throughout the year and over the festive period. 🎄🎄🎄
From carol singing and raffles to full-week fundraising events, every effort makes a real difference. A huge thank you to the team at Wikefield Farm, who raised over £1,000 through a brilliant week of fundraising.
Their excellent ideas included:
A café in the yard kitchen
Speedy poles and walk, trot & lead in the indoor school
A raffle
Guess the name of a teddy
Guess the weight of the cake
A tack sale in the stable
A book stall
The rosettes were sponsored by PSG rider Diana Birtwistle
Raffle and competition prizes were donated by The Blue Barn LTD & Throstlenest Saddlery.
We’re so grateful to everyone involved for their time, energy and support...it makes a huge difference!

21/12/2025

If you’ve left posting gifts just a little too late to guarantee they arrive in time for the special day, why not choose a Hope Pastures Digital Adoption Pack?
It includes all the same information as our regular adoption pack, just without the postage or paper. An eco-friendly, last-minute gift that gives twice, supporting Hope Pastures while making someone’s day.
Just a one-off donation of £20 and it will be delivered to your inbox or your friend's inbox in no time at all! https://www.hopepastures.org/adoption-scheme/

21/12/2025