Hello, my name is Meg (26, 5ft 4, 59kg). I’m looking to volunteer a few times a week to help an owner out with their horse or pony.

Whether you’re short on time, managing health/medical concerns, or just need an extra pair of reliable hands, I’d love to help out! I rode when I was younger and recently reconnected with my passion for riding after a holiday in Greece earlier this year. Animals have always brought me a sense of calm, and I’m really keen to dedicate my spare time to building a strong, trusted bond with a horse.

I can offer help with mucking out, grooming, feeding, general daily care and exercising / riding.

Because I work shifts, my available days vary week to week, so I’m looking for a flexible arrangement rather than set days. I’m based in Poole and very happy to travel within 30-40 minutes.

I’m offering my time on a completely voluntary basis, I'm simply looking to gain more hands-on experience, support an owner in need, and build a great connection with a horse.

If you think this might suit your situation, please feel free to send me a message for a chat!

Thank you, Meg

Female, 46 with horse and pony experience (having previously had my own and worked on yards many years ago) looking for a non ridden help out/share/yard help arrangement.

I absolutely adore horses but am unable to ride any more so looking to help out. I also used to help with showing ponies so would happily groom (once trained up again!) if needed. Or just happy with grooming, Poo picking etc.

Literally just looking for an opportunity to be around horses or ponies and enjoy them.

Any ideas welcome. Im in Wimborne but have a car and am happy to travel. I have plenty of time on my hands.

Many thanks for reading xx

We are looking for a second pony for my daughter, aged 7.

Her first pony is now enjoying a very well earned retirement at the grand age of 32! He has given her the most amazing start, including Pony Club rallies, two summer camps, lots of lessons and plenty of happy hacking with friends.

She is now really ready to start moving up a level and would love to begin doing more jumping, Pony Club activities and eventually some competitions. We’re looking for the right pony to help her make that next step safely and confidently.

We are ideally looking for a pony around 11.2hh - 13hh, although the right temperament and experience are far more important to us than height.

We are looking for a pony who is:

• Safe, sensible and genuine
• A real confidence giver
• Kind and well-mannered on the ground
• Happy to be groomed, tacked up and cared for by a child
• Enjoys jumping and is happy to take part in Pony Club rallies and activities
• Good to hack, including with friends
• Fun enough for her to progress on, while still being safe and dependable

We have our own stables and paddocks at home in Burley in the New Forest, so the pony would have a lovely home with us and become very much part of the family.

We are looking for a loan pony, ideally something with experience that knows its job and can help her continue to grow in confidence and ability.

If you know of a pony that might suit her, please do get in touch. We would be very happy to chat and provide any further information about Florence, our setup or the sort of home we can offer.

Please feel free to share.

I’m looking for a horse or pony to share or loan for one day a week, ideally around Southampton, Totton, Romsey or the New Forest.

I’m 55 kg and haven’t ridden for around two years, as I took a break from riding to focus on raising my child. I would now love to get back into riding and, most importantly, rebuild my confidence.

The horse’s height, breed or colour doesn’t matter to me. I’m simply looking for a safe, calm, kind, sensible and trustworthy horse.

I’m not interested in jumping. I’m looking for relaxed, peaceful rides, enjoying nature and spending quality time with a horse. ❤️

For me, caring for the horse is just as important as riding. I would love to groom, care for and spend time with the horse, treating them as if they were my own.

Having access to a riding arena would be an added bonus, but it isn’t essential. 😊

If you have a horse or pony who would appreciate some extra love, care and gentle exercise, or you know someone looking for a reliable person to share their horse with, I would be very grateful to hear from you.

Thank you! 🐴🌿

Hiya, I’m looking for a pony/ horse above 14hh, which is looking for a quieter lifestyle with lots of love and grooming included. And the odd occasional hack/Plod a couple times a week. Who is happy to take on a and help someone’s confidence (Been out the game for a few years but have gotten back into it) I am 5’5 and 65kg(10.4stone) (25 years old)
Ideally prefer something close to Dorchester and surrounding villages, I do drive so I am more than happy to travel for the right match. I am more than happy to financially help, and or happy to do chores.
I’m not looking for anything fancy just to share my time with!
Thanks for reading

Hi,
I am looking for a part loan for myself, 34 years old own transport - 20 years riding experience 5ft6 9 stone.
I would only be able to commit to 1/2 days a week happy to contribute as well. Would be great if there was somewhere I can have lessons too as I love improving and learning flat work
Colden common chandlers ford Eastleigh Romsey locations please

Looking for a nice happy hacker to have on full loan to move yards or loan/share if local to where I live i live in chalbury nr wimborne Dorset the horse im looking for needs to be 14.3 or over and nothing fine built my favourite is the good old stocky cob type as used to have an Irish cob on full loan. I'm an older lady of 60 and miss riding very much I have lots of spare time on my hands. The horse would be treated as if it was my own would be checked twice a day and loved very much. I'm probably dreaming but someone might have something please email me if you can help at all

Mid 20s rider, looking for a full loan, after over 10 years of sharing at the same yard. If you have a horse who is keen for a more varied, fun life with a horse-loving young adult, with over 15 years experience, please do get in contact. Requirements include:

- 14.3hh and above (rider is 5ft8)
- Mare or gelding
- Cob, Connemara or similar type
- Safe and sane out hacking and be used to busy roads with varied traffic e.g bikes, motorbikes, buses, trains
- Happy to be schooled max 2 times a week, with weekly/monthly lessons with highly experienced instructor
- Be up for and keen for a varied life of pole clinics, fun rides, LOTS of happy hacking, camps and more!
- Bonus points if will jump every now and then and pop an odd log on the ground (jumps would never exceed 70/80cm)
- Be happy spending lots of time with loaner, as would be based on a small assisted DIY yard, with all year round paired turnout, including possibility of 24/7 turnout in Summer. Always stabled overnight in Winter. They MUST be able to move yards, locally to me in Surrey.

I have a lot of love to give and am very ready for the next step in my horse journey by taking the plunge into full loaning. I have a wonderful support system around me and lots of horsey friends, who cannot wait for me to join the full time horse fun gang!

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you feel you have something suitable.

We’re looking for a kind, genuine second pony on full loan (to move yards) or loan with a view to buy for a competent, confident 12-year-old girl.

She has a lovely, quiet way with horses and ponies, is a very capable rider with a good knowledge of stable management and always puts her pony’s welfare first. She enjoys a bit of everything - jumping, hacking, schooling and Pony Club - and is hoping to find a pony she can truly bond with and enjoy for the long term.

We’re not looking for the next superstar, just a safe, honest pony who enjoys a varied life and will be loved as one of the family.



Ideally, we’re looking for:

- 14hh–15.2hh second pony
- Gelding preferred
- Good in traffic
- No vices
- Happy to hack, school and pop a jump


What we can offer:

- A long-term, secure loan home
- A knowledgeable, experienced 5★ home in Oxfordshire, with support on hand (owners are very welcome to view the yard)
- Outdoor arena and excellent on and off-road hacking
- Exceptional care and plenty of fuss and attention


If you think you might have the right pony, we’d love to hear from you.

Reliable and mature rider looking for part loan/share 3 or so days a week from September.
The first photo is of my own horse a few years back who sadly had to be put to sleep. After taking a break I've been riding again since the New Year. The other two photos are of me riding the over the past couple of months.

I'm looking for a horse 15.3hh or above within approximately 20 minutes of Chandlers Ford/Winchester.

One who leans more towards dressage than jumping ( I have no desire to jump) and enjoy hacking out. Ideally on the more sensible side than sharp. I would like to continue with regular training and if there is an opportunity to compete at some point that would be wonderful.

Financial Contribution goes without saying.


WhatsApp message preferred.

Thank you very much.

Hi!
I'm 39 years old, 163 cm tall, and weigh 54 kg. I live in Southampton, near Totton.

I'm looking for a safe, calm horse to help me build my confidence. I'd love to spend time with him, groom him, care for him, and enjoy peaceful, relaxing rides. I have a real soft spot for older horses and genuinely enjoy looking after them.

Unfortunately, I work long hours and have a child and dogs, so I can only visit once a week. I'm looking for a horse that would enjoy some extra love, attention, and gentle exercise.

If you have a horse that might be a good match, or know someone who does, I'd be very grateful if you could get in touch.

The photo is from my wedding. 😊

Hi my name is Jessica, I am 23 years old doing a nursing degree at Southampton Uni. I am looking for a part time share/ loan or exercise with chores a couple days a week (can be flexible), building a long-term genuine relationship. I have been riding since I was 5 and used to own 3 horses, including a beautiful cob, a welsh b and a young ex racer TB, so I have a lot of experience with different personalities! I took them to showjumping and cross-country events as well as relaxed hacking around the new forest. I have previously worked at a yard, turning out lots of different horses, doing a range of jobs from mucking out to exercising.

I kept my horses down the road from my house rather than livery so I cared for them completely myself (thankfully with the help of my mum), which unfortunately became too much for us at the time due to circumstances.

I am very reliable, committed and would really love to be able to get back into horse’s, I love every part of looking after them, not just the riding! I have got a lot of knowledge and am very confident with all horses, just a little rusty!

I have my own car so can travel. My number is 07701303167, feel free to message me. I am currently working on a placement, so if I don’t answer straight away please leave a message.

I would love to come say hello and see if we are a good fit :)

Responsible Girls Looking for a Share/Loan Horse !!

Hi! We are looking for a kind horse or pony to loan around 2 days a week.

Our group includes two young riders:

- Me (13): Confident at walk, trot, canter and gallop, with or without stirrups. I enjoy hacking, have jumped up to 1.15m, have previously had a loan pony, and work weekly at a riding yard where I help with horse care and yard duties
- My cousin (9): Confident at walk and trot with or without stirrups, is currently learning to canter and jump cross poles and loves spending time with horses.

My mum has riding experience and rides confidently at walk, trot and canter, so there will always be an adult involved.

We are looking for a horse above 14.3hh that we can just have a bit of fun on! We don't mind a horse with a little personality!

The riding days will be shared on a rota, so the horse will never be overworked. We are reliable, caring and will always put your horse's welfare first, treating them as if they were our own.

If you think you may have a suitable horse or pony, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you !!

Happy to travel anywhere in- Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole or Ringwood !!

Horse share wanted – 2 days a week

Looking for a horse/pony share for my 14-year-old daughter 5ft 2 and 7 stone 3 lb ,ideally 2 days a week.

She has had a loan pony for several years but has unfortunately outgrown them. She works at a local stables at weekends and during half terms, so is used to yard duties and caring for horses.

She can confidently walk, trot, canter and jump up to 60cm. She is reliable, kind and happy to help with stable/yard jobs. We are happy to travel up to 30 minutes.
Ideally looking for something 13.2hh and up. Please message if you think you may have something suitable. 😊

Hi,
I’m looking for horse that I can ride and love like my own. Preferably:
🐴 14.3-15.3hh
🐴 Safe, not spooky
🐴 Confidence giving
🐴 Not necessary but would love the possibility to do some low level dressage
🐴 Local to New Milton

I have been riding for 10 years, however I’m looking for a kind, safe, non-spooky horse that can give me confidence when I need it. I am happy to provide more information and riding videos, can provide a small financial contribution. I do have riders insurance ☺️

Hi,
I’m looking for a calm and safe horse for recreational riding one day a week.

I am 38 years old, weigh 52 kg, and am 165 cm tall. I live near Totton. I ride calmly and safely (walk, trot, and canter) and I don’t jump. I’m mainly interested in relaxed riding and spending time with the horse.

I previously part-loaned a horse, but sadly he passed away six months ago due to age and illness. I can provide references from the owner.

I’ve been going through a difficult time and would really love to find a kind, preferably older horse to care for and spend time with. I would also love to build a nice bond with the horse.

My English isn’t perfect, but I can communicate.

If you have a suitable horse or know someone who does, please feel free to contact me.

Many thanks.

Ideally 14.2hh to 15.2hh kind older horse/pony wanted for gentle hacking with one other. Friends, freedom, forage and endless care and pampering offered. Would prefer a mare. Experienced home.

I am Connie, a 14-year-old girl who is looking for her first loan horse. I have been riding and helping out at a local riding school for 8 years now but it has been a dream of mine to someday own my own horse. I am 5”6 (168cm) and slim build, so a horse around 15hh would be perfect. A horse which is happy to do hacking on roads with or without company and to do low-level competitions would be best as I am still looking to become a better rider. We have fields and stabling at home so would be able to keep a horse at home with experienced parental support. We live in a small village in Wiltshire not near any big roads. We do not have any other horses so I would not be in a position to put a horse into a herd. I have had some experience riding horses which buck however if it was a constant problem which has become dangerous then it would not suitable. I’m not ready yet for anything too green or younger than 7. I still like to have fun while riding, for example jumping, and if a horse was too old I wouldn’t want to tire it, this means that a horse over 20 years old would become a bit of an issue.
If you think you could help me at all then please get in touch.
Thank you

21-year-old experienced rider seeking opportunities to school, have lessons and potentially compete horses over the summer before going on university exchange in mid-August. Happy to travel within the Surrey/Hampshire/Berkshire/West Sussex area.

I have ridden for over 15 years and currently compete in dressage and showjumping through my university riding team. I own my own 17hh warmblood and have competed at Elementary dressage. I have experience schooling lateral work and riding flying changes.

I am a lightweight rider (5’8, approx. 55kg) and experienced riding both ponies and larger horses.

I am particularly interested in:

• dressage schooling

• improving through regular lessons with a dressage coach

• riding more established/schoolmaster types

• helping keep horses fit and well schooled

• competing if suitable

I am a calm, quiet, sympathetic rider looking for something safe, straightforward, light and forward. I always put the horse first.

Happy to contribute financially and help with yard duties if needed. Happy to send videos and can provide references. Based in Surrey with full driving licence and flexible availability over summer.
I also have longer-term availability during university breaks (Christmas-end of January, and end of May-end of September 2027)

Please message if you feel I may suit your horse

Hi everyone 😊

I’m currently looking for a genuine long-term share loan horse in the New Forest area.

I’m a very experienced rider and have been riding for 14 years. I previously had a share loan horse for 6 years, but unfortunately they moved away.

I’m ideally looking for a happy hacker, but I’m also happy to ride in a school too. I’m searching for a calm, sensible horse that doesn’t spook, buck, or rear — just a happy plodder to enjoy and build a bond with.

Due to a horrible incident a few months ago, I lost a bit of confidence, but once I get to know the horse my confidence builds back up quickly.

I’m reliable, caring, and looking for the right long-term match 😊

Please message on WhatsApp 07531175052 if you think you may have something suitable. Thank you!