Welcome to HorseHeard
HorseHeard promotes and develops emotional health, wellbeing and resilience through innovative experiential learning programmes with horses
“This was a superb programme for our young leaders, we saw a real change in their confidence, communication skills and empathy for others” (Deputy Head, Primary School, NE London).
Welcome to HorseHeard
HorseHeard promotes and develops emotional health, wellbeing and resilience through innovative experiential learning programmes with horses
“This was a superb programme for our young leaders, we saw a real change in their confidence, communication skills and empathy for others” (Deputy Head, Primary School, NE London).
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HorseHeard
HorseHeard facilitates emotional health and wellbeing – unlocking potential and improving lives. Our experiential learning programmes with horses build confidence and self-esteem and empower individuals to overcome their fears and achieve their goals, helping those in need to flourish.
Our experienced and compassionate team hold professional qualifications in teaching, coaching and mentoring and are equine specialists. We partner with venues throughout the UK so we can deliver wherever there is need. Our venues all have indoor arenas so we function all year and in all weathers.
Making a difference
HorseHeard has been delivering tangible results since 2013. The difference we make is best expressed by those we have helped, please see our social impact report.
HorseHeard empowers and equips vulnerable people. They build personal insight, resilience and are better able to manage their lives to contribute to the world in meaningful ways. These accessible, inclusive and cost effective programmes address key national challenges including:
• The mental health ‘Crisis’
• Lack of attainment in education of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds
• Future workforce development challenges
The worshipful company of poulters of London
On Tuesday 19th November, the annual Court & Livery dinner was held at Saddlers’ Hall. This horsiest of all the Livery Halls was the ideal setting for our dinner, given that the evening was an opportunity to showcase the Master’s chosen charity for his year, namely Horseheard (equine therapy for veterans struggling with PTSD and young people with learning difficulties). Excellent food and wines were followed by fascinating speeches from our principal guests, Horseheard Trustees Vicky Bennett and Ed Macfarlane.
Other distinguished guests included no fewer than eight Masters / Prime Wardens together with their Consorts. Particular thanks go to our esteemed Liveryman Keith Marsh, Hall Manager at Saddlers, who ensured that the evening went seamlessly in every respect.
Tangible results
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of young people on our programmes said they were better able to manage emotions
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of young people on our programmes demonstrated increased confidence
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of service veterans on our programmes reported improved mental health
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of young people achieved positive action, and behaviour change
Insights
Read our latest news, case studies and watch videos of some of our extraordinary experiences.
Programmes
Read about the different ways we serve our client groups.
Social Impact
A review of the work HorseHeard has carried out over the last seven years
Testimonials
Hear about our impact direct from our clients
LeadChange
LeadChange is HorseHeard’s corporate partner, working closely together to expand and enhance our impact.
Why Horses
Horses are adept at picking up and responding to human intention and non-verbal communication. They sense and respond to subtle cues in our behaviour and therefore provide instant, honest and accurate feedback in the moment