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About us Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is British horseracing's official charity for the welfare of horses who have retired from racing. Our mission is to safeguard the wellbeing of all former racehorses.

We help retired racehorses find new purpose and loving homes. We offer retraining and rehoming support, and welfare programmes for former racehorses to ensure they have a dignified and fulfilling life after they stop racing.

Latest news Keep up to date with RoR news and upcoming events here

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Published 23rd April, 2025

RoR expands eligibility to all Thoroughbreds bred for racing, strengthening industry traceability

Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is proud to announce an important update to its eligibility criteria, now allowing all Th...

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Published 10th April, 2025

Winter Championships at Pickering Grange – a resounding success

The RoR Winter Championships at Pickering Grange, held from 4–6 April 2025, was a resounding success, with a total of 14...

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Published 8th April, 2025

My Pension Expert teams up with RoR for 2025 Racing to Cricket fundraiser

Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is delighted to announce My Pension Expert as the headline supporter for the upcoming My ...

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Published 27th March, 2025

Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) selected as Aria Grace Equine Law’s charity partner of the year

Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is excited to announce its selection as Aria Grace Equine Law’s charity partner of the ye...

Success stories We are always interested to hear and share of stories of our members and their former racehorses. If you'd like to get involved, please email news@ror.org.uk, telling us about you and your horse, and how RoR membership has helped with your journey

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Published 10th April, 2025

From uncertainty to a bright future: One horse's journey with the protection of RoR’s Retraining Assessment Programme

For some racehorses, retirement raises more questions than answers. At RoR, our Retraining Assessment Programme (RAP), r...

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Published 17th February, 2025

RoR steps in to rescue Irish Thoroughbreds in illegal transport case

Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) has provided critical support for two Irish Thoroughbreds found in desperate conditions, ...

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Published 8th November, 2024

Age is no barrier: My journey with former racehorses

I'm Natasha Andrews, a British Showjumping coach based in County Durham, currently pursuing my UKCC Level 4 at Glouceste...

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Published 10th October, 2024

Ringo's remarkable journey: from racing to road safety hero

Ringmoylan (known as Ringo), a former racehorse has become a beloved figure in his community, not only for his calm deme...