Meet rescued horses and animals at this family-friendly sanctuary with open days featuring activities, refreshments, and interactive experiences for all ages.

Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary in Ingatestone, Essex is a dedicated wildlife facility focused on horse rescue and welfare. The sanctuary provides visitors with the opportunity to meet and interact with rescued horses and other animals in a natural outdoor setting. Family visits include open days (such as the October World Animal Day celebration) where visitors can explore the sanctuary, meet the animals, enjoy refreshments, and participate in a range of activities. The venue welcomes families with young children and offers disability-friendly facilities. Dogs are welcome on leads, making it accessible to pet-owning families. The sanctuary operates on a booking-required basis and is suitable for visitors of all ages from newborns onwards. Beyond visitor experiences, Remus offers opportunities to support animal welfare through sponsorship, donations, volunteering, and membership programmes. The venue combines education about horse welfare with hands-on family experiences, making it an ideal destination for families interested in animals and conservation.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

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Kevin Chapple

7 months ago

Choose your access route carefully!

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Natalie Walker

2 years ago

Had such a lovely time at the Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary. Meeting all the horses and reading all their stories was a lovely way to spend my Sunday. The other activities there were great too and the chocolate cake is a must. Will definitely be coming back and recommend it to anyone looking for a fantastic afternoon in Essex!

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C Tyson

3 years ago

Wonderful place, lovely selection of horses, goats, ponies, sheep and even cats. Worth a visit.

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Elizabeth Anderson

4 years ago

Lovely sanctuary where horses, donkeys and other animals recovering from abuse can be happy and healthy. Great to visit on an Open Day and see them in their fields. Note the sanctuary is only open to visitors on set Sundays

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Susan Mary Peters

5 years ago

So wonderful to visit Remus again. Suitable for all ages. Worth a visit

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026