my equine career


in improving the welfare of horses and ponies is a huge privilege.


Q7: What are the most rewarding aspects of the job?


There are many rewarding aspects to the job but I particularly enjoy carrying out home checks with our many lovely rehomers. Some of the situations we remove animals from almost defy belief, so it’s great knowing that our horses and ponies are going to fantastic homes where they will be given the love and care they deserve.


Q8: When do you wish you were doing something else?


Not often, although I have occasionally wondered what people think when they see me wandering around fields in blizzard conditions looking for ponies!


Q9: If you could change careers overnight, what would you like to be doing?


If I’d had the ability (sadly I did not!) I would have loved to be a professional event rider. As it is I’m very happy competing at Grassroots level and I really do feel extremely proud to work for World Horse Welfare, a charity that I have supported from a young age.


Q10: What is your most memorable experience in the job?


There are quite a few memorable moments, and not always for the right reasons! However, I think seeing the transformation of the first group of badly neglected horses that I had taken into World Horse Welfare Penny Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre will always stand out for me. In their time at the centre they went from being depressed, extremely poor and nervous to handle to a group of well adjusted, healthy, content horses.


Q11: What would you say to anyone thinking of embarking on this career?


I would say get as much experience as you can dealing with both horses and people in a wide variety of situations and get to grips with the law. It’s an extremely rewarding job and if people think they have the right attributes to take on the role then I would say go for it!


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Q12: What item(s) in your wardrobe do you wear the most?


In terms of work, a good strong pair of boots, my trusty gloves in the winter, my jockey skullcap and my World Horse Welfare polo shirt. Out of work, I am sad to say it’s a very similar story, minus the polo shirt!


Q13: Who are your heroes (do not have to be equestrian)?


I have two heroes, one being my wonderful Grandad. He was simply the greatest person I have ever known, and taught me a huge amount. He was a real animal lover, and encouraged me to pursue my career with animals and animal welfare. His kindness and generosity towards everyone he met had a big impact on me, and more than anything I just hope he would be proud of me.


My second hero is Mary King, a rider I have looked up to since a young age. Her determination and love of what she does is inspirational. It is also very clear how much she loves her horses, and how much she appreciates everything she has achieved.


Q14: Favourite music?


Bruce Springsteen, hands down!


Q15: Last book read? The Island by Victoria Hislop.


Q16: Last film watched? The Martian


Q17: If you could own any horse which one would you choose and why?


I have been lucky enough to have owned some amazing horses and ponies throughout my life, and I wouldn’t have rather owned any other horses. They have taught me so much and each one of them has a very special place in my heart.


Q18: What hobbies do you have outside of work?


I event both my horses, and I love long walks with my hubby Si and our rescue dog Erin. I also enjoy going to the gym, which is no bad thing given my love of all sweet foods!


Q19: What is your favourite food?


Sticky Toffee Pudding and ice cream, mmmmmmm!!!


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