The Horse Trust has welcomed its latest equine resident, formerly of The Royal Mews, with open arms.
The charity said it was thrilled to give a home to grey gelding Storm, who served 15 years, pulling Her Majesty The Queen’s carriage.
Storm has a shared history with fellow Horse Trust resident, Daniel. The pair worked together on many occasions including pulling Her Majesty’s carriage on the day of her Diamond Jubilee in 2012.
“We are honoured to welcome Storm and we’re excited to get to know him more as he settles into his new life of retirement in the beautiful Chiltern hills, alongside former colleague Daniel,” said a Horse Trust spokesman.
Storm and Daniel, were so popular with Her Majesty that a life-sized statue of the pair of them was commissioned in 2013 and unveiled in Windsor to celebrate The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. The artwork was created by sculptor Robert Rattray and can be seen today on The Long Walk.
“It’s a wonderful way to recognise these two magnificent horses who now reside with us at The Horse Trust,” added the spokesman.
Storm also knows the Horse Trust’s Claudia, as they were stable mates while at the Royal Mews.
Twenty-year-old Irish Draught Storm performed many duties as a State Ceremonial Carriage horse including pulling the carriages in which Her Majesty and other members of the Royal Family travelled.
He was at the front of many important events during his career including the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding, many State Visits, State Opening’s and Royal Ascot.
Storm retired to the Horse Trust due to an irregular heart, meaning he is no longer fit to work at the level required to perform his duties. All Royal Mews horses are in fact owned by the public rather than The Queen which is why they retire to the charity.
