We are proud beyond words! Our Yard Manager, Kate, and Hope Pastures’ very own Romeo recently came home from the Great Yorkshire Show with a well-deserved 1st in class!
Seeing Romeo step into the show ring with such presence is something we could only dream of when he first arrived. He had been abandoned by the roadside—painfully thin, frightened, worm-ridden, and covered in lice. It has taken years of patience, expert care, and unconditional love to build the confidence you see in him today.
Kate has been by his side throughout every step of that journey. The bond they share is truly special, and seeing that dedication recognised with a first-place rosette means the absolute world to our entire team. Well done, Kate and Romeo—you both deserve every bit of this success!
Romeo on arrival at Hope Pastures
Romeo one month later
Romeo wasn’t the only one to do well at the shows.
More Hope Pastures Champions!
Rescued ponies make the most incredible ambassadors. They prove every day just how resilient, beautiful, and rewarding rescue horses are when given a second chance.
A massive round of applause to our other summer superstars who have also taken home wins this season:
- Stormzy
- Badger
- Apache
- Marli
- Frankie
- Fin
- Buddy
These amazing ponies are a real credit to their loving loaners. After such difficult starts in life, seeing them thrive brings endless joy to everyone at the sanctuary.
Thank You for Making Second Chances Possible
Successes like these wouldn’t happen without our wonderful community. To our incredible loaners: thank you for giving these ponies such loving, active lives. And to everyone who supports Hope Pastures—whether by sharing our posts, sponsoring a pony, or donating—you make these transformations possible.