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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 16th June, 2025

Entries now open for The Jockey Club RoR National Championships 2025

Entries are now open for The Jockey Club RoR National Championships, taking place at Aintree International Equestrian Ce...

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Published 13th June, 2025

The Gemma Potts Glamour Stakes: Fashion, fun, and a cause that matters

The 2025 Jockey Club RoR National Championships at Aintree Equestrian Centre will see the return of a much-loved class w...

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Published 13th June, 2025

Learning with RoR: How our educational events are supporting former racehorses and their owners

At Retraining of Racehorses (RoR), we believe that every former racehorse deserves the chance to thrive in a new life af...

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Published 11th June, 2025

Retraining of Racehorses parade to feature at Hamilton Park this Sunday

This Sunday, 15 June, Hamilton Park will welcome a special Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) Parade at 3pm before the first...

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 30th April, 2025

A dream come true: Kelly Smith and Polo's journey

In October 2023, I treated myself to the best 40th birthday gift ever—my horse, Le Pogues Storm, known as Polo. My journ...

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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...