We urgently need to raise an extra £9,700 to ensure our 15 horses and ponies and 7 donkeys get the food and bedding they need this winter. Please watch our video and donate today if you can help us reach our target: justgiving.com/campaign/rays…

Join us at Raystede this October half-term! Come along on Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 October for our Family Learning Days. Entry is free but booking is essential: raystede.org/family-learning…

One week to go until our Tack Sale! Join us at Raystede on Sunday 25 October, 10am - 12.30pm, in the Equine Barn to browse pre-loved tack and support the animals in our care. Entry is free, but please book your ticket in advance at raystede.org/tack-sale

Last chance to nominate us for the Movement for Good Award! Nominations close tomorrow (18 October) but it’s very quick and easy to do: movementforgood.com/draws/sp… Thank you so much to everyone that has already voted for us!

Have you seen our Pet Goods Shop's new home yet? We've moved into a bright new space inside Raystede's Charity Shop and we'd love you to come and take a look! You'll find a wide selection of new and pre-loved pet goods at great prices.

Wishing the best of luck to everyone taking on the Twickenham Stadium Zip Wire Challenge for #TeamRaystede this weekend! Thank you for supporting Raystede, we hope you have an amazing experience!

Is your tortoise ready for hibernation? With the nights getting colder and longer, it won’t be long until our tortoises start getting snoozy! Visit our Chelonia resources for helpful care guides and our tortoise hibernation guide: raystede.org/chelonia-resour…

A huge thank you to our amazing #TeamRaystede runners! We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who took part in the 2026 Oysho Royal Parks Half Marathon, running 13.1 miles through London to raise just over £5,000 for injured and unwanted animals. Thank you.

Wishing the best of luck to our amazing #TeamRaystede runners as they take on the 2026 Oysho Royal Parks Half Marathon this weekend! 🏃‍♀️ Their determination, commitment and support will help make a real difference to the lives of the animals in our care. Thank you!

Raystede’s latest eBay Edit this October: Dark and Curious! Every purchase gives pre-loved treasures a second life while helping us support animals in need. Explore the collection and find something curious: ebay.co.uk/str/raystedecentr…

If you're looking for quality second-hand tack, don't miss our Tack Sale on Sunday 25 October! Join us in the Equine Barn at Raystede from 10am – 12:30pm with all proceeds helping us to care for our animals. Entry is free but booking is essential: raystede.org/tack-sale

Happy World Animal Day! Today we’re celebrating the furry, feathered and four-legged friends who make our lives so special. Here are just a few of the animals currently in our care.

Visit Raystede this October half-term for our free Family Learning Days on Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 October. Complete our Happy Guinea Pig Trail to learn all about guinea pigs and how to keep them happy and healthy. Free entry, booking essential at raystede.org/family-learning…

We’re holding a tack sale at Raystede on Sunday 25 October, 10am – 12:30pm, in the Equine Barn. There’ll be plenty of pre-loved tack to browse and all proceeds will go towards caring for the animals in our care. Entry is free but please book in advance: raystede.org/tack-sale

Raystede’s All About Guinea Pigs Day is coming up! Join us on Saturday 17 October, 10am – 4pm. Entry is free, but booking is essential: raystede.org/guineapigday/

Raystede Christmas Cards are on sale! There are five designs to choose from at £3.95 per pack of 10. Available to purchase from all our charity shops and online at raystede.org/ChristmasCards All proceeds go directly towards caring for the animals at Raystede.

Got a special occasion coming up? Discover our latest eBay Edit, filled with pre-loved partywear and occasion pieces. Discover the collection, find something special and support our animals: ebay.co.uk/str/raystedecentr…

Thank you to everyone who came along to Raystede’s All About Dogs Day last Sunday. Watch this video for a glimpse into the day! For those who couldn’t attend, we’ve put together a selection of doggy resources to explore: raystede.org/all-about-dog-r…

Join us on Saturday 17 October, from 10am - 4pm, for All About Guinea Pigs Day. Whether you're a guinea pig owner, considering adoption, or would like to learn more, come along and discover how to give guinea pigs a happy, healthy life. Find out more: raystede.org/guineapigday/

Wishing the best of luck to our amazing #TeamRaystede fundraisers as they take on our Wing Walk challenge this weekend! 🛩️ They will be soaring through the skies this Saturday 19 September, all to raise vital funds for injured and unwanted animals in need. Thank you!🐾