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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 July, 2025

Federation of Bloodstock Agents commits new annual funding to support RoR’s core mission

Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is pleased to announce a new funding agreement with the Federation of Bloodstock Agents (...

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Published 24th June, 2025

Tattersalls RoR Showing Series Finals celebrate former racehorse talent at the Royal Highland Show and Hickstead

Last week, the crème de la crème of former racehorses took centre stage in the Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) Tattersall...

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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...

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 [email protected], telling us about you and your horse, and how RoR membership has helped with your journey

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Published 11th July, 2025

Finding Solo: A new chapter after heartbreak

Millie Harp and Solo Saxophone After losing my heart horse last November, I began searching for a new best friend. A re...

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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, ...