World Horse Welfare (Registered charity no: 206658 and SC038384) is a charity dedicated to giving abused and neglected horses a second chance in life.
Visit World Horse Welfare Belwade Farm's to find out more about the work we do. We have a fantastic visitor centre with conference facilities and Bistro. We are conveniently located just off the A93 between Banchory and Aboyne . The Farm is situated in a peaceful setting, boasting spectacular views from the Bistro of the surrounding area.
Our chef is passionate about food and prides himself in using the finest local produce and suppliers where possible. Our dedicated Bistro team will make you very welcome during your visit and whether it’s a freshly brewed coffee and tasty homemade cake or a three course meal we are sure that you will enjoy your time with us in the Bistro.
Whilst in the Bistro and visitors centre, you have the option to watch the horses being rehabilitated in our indoor school through the large windows which overlook it. Come along and find out more about the work we do to help the horses of today and tomorrow.
What to do at Belwade Farm
Have a look around the visitors centre and learn all about World Horse Welfare's work at Belwade Farm, the rest of the UK and our training programs abroad.
Participate in our NEW BELWADE FARM VISITOR EXPERIENCE'S between Wednesday and Sunday. We encourage you to come along and spend the whole day with us. As part of the Visitor Experiences we provide mini workshops throughout the day which are fun, educational and interactive. The Belwade Experience offers something for everyone and promises to be a day you will never forget. Please call in advance to check availability. To participate in the Belwade Experience costs £18 for a Family, £6 per adult and £4 per child. Why not become a Friend of Belwade Farm (at no charge) and receive a 25% discount. Children must be accompanied by an adult and we recomend that you come suitabily dressed for the weather conditions and wear boots or wellingtons. Please note it is still free of charge to visit the Bistro or enjoy our farm trails. Booking for the Belwade Experiences is highly recomended to avoid disappointment.
Videos of the charities work are available to watch in our conference room during your visit. Please ask a staff member for further details.
You can pick up your farm map from the visitors centre and take time to go on one of our farm walks. The scenery over Deeside is simply stunning. Keep your eyes open for our non-horsey residents as you walk which include Buzzards, Deer, Kite and Squirrels. You can also meet and admire the horses and ponies that each have their very own story to tell.
Our Magical Woodland is open from May till October. You can take a stroll with the children through the wood and see what signs of Fairy life you can spot along the way. Remember to look all around up high you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the fairies in the tree tops going about their work and down low you may see fairy houses and gardens.
Our farm quiz is available all year round. It is a great way to learn a little bit more about horses in general. We have lots of interesting facts on our information boards around the farm which will help you answer all the questions and if you get stuck you can always ask a member of our friendly Belwade team.
Within the centre itself we have an invisible horse trail. We have hidden 10 (invisible) horses around the centre and the aim is for you to find them all and make them visible again.
Geocaching has become very popular here at Belwade Farm. We are part of the Deeside Geotour and we also have our own mini circuit consisting of 4 caches. This is a great fun way to spend a few hours outdoors here at Belwade while enjoying the stunning scenery before coming in and enjoying a refreshment within the Bistro.
Second Hand Tack and equipment shop is open for you to have a look through during normal opening hours.
Gift shop has many lovely items available to purchase. These include our range of branded clothing, books, cards, toys and gifts.
What's on at Belwade Farm
We will be hosting various events throughout the year, the list below details some of the events that we have confirmed in the diary this year.
Belwade Dog Fun Day - 9th April 2017
Fairy Day - 7th May 2017
Open Day - 3rd September 2017
If you would like any information on these events, please contact us on 013398 85398 or email lisagardiner@worldhorsewelfare.org.
