Essex Horse & Pony Protection Society
Rescuing, rehabilitating and re-homing equines
Protecting horses since 1983
EHPPS’ purpose is to rescue, rehabilitate and then re-home equines. We have rescued well over a thousand horses, ponies and donkeys since our foundation in 1983. We do not sell our horses and ponies, but look to place them in long term, experienced foster homes.
EHPPS receives no government funding but relies solely upon donations from the public in the form of memberships, open days, special fundraising events, grant funding and legacies. Please visit the how you can help and visit us pages to find out more information.
Support us
EHPPS is powered by the kindness and dedication of people like you!
Visit us
Meet our horses and ponies, learn about their stories, and see the impact of your support in action!
Shop
Every purchase from our shop helps support the care and rehabilitation of the horses and ponies at EHPPS
About Essex Horse & Pony Protection Society
At EHPPS, we’re dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming horses and ponies in need.
Since our founding, we’ve provided a safe and loving sanctuary for equines who have suffered neglect, abandonment, or hardship. But we’re more than just a rescue - we’re a community of passionate people working together to give these animals a second chance.
Learn more about our story, our values, and the people behind the scenes who make it all possible.
Leave a legacy gift in your will
Legacy gifts enable us to plan for the long-term care of the horses and ponies we rescue.
These funds are essential for providing continuous medical treatment, nutrition, and safe housing for animals that might otherwise be abandoned or neglected.
Report cruelty
If you are concerned about about the welfare of a horse, please call us on 01268 584603. When leaving a message, please state your phone number clearly and repeat it.
Latest news & events
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We once again open our gates to the public on the following dates throughout 2025
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These are the dates of our eagerly anticipated and very popular second-hand tack sales for 2025
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EHPPS equine Agility is an in hand discipline is suitable for all equines including those who can’t be ridden