Our Somerton centre has reopened to visitors following devastating floods earlier this month
World Horse Welfare extend thanks to everyone who offered to help
Posted on 17/02/2025

We are pleased to be able to tell you Glenda Spooner Farm in Somerset is once again open to the public following serious flooding.
Heavy rainfall affected not just the fields at the farm but, a flash flood damaged the ground floors of two bungalows used as groom’s accommodation and our Visitor Centre.
Farm Manager Claire Dickie said:
“It was like nothing we had ever seen before. We are pretty used to wet weather – living in Somerset – but it was like someone had tipped the sea into our farm.
“Now the initial clean-up has finished we are looking forward to welcoming our supporters back. They can once again enjoy the coffee shop, Visitor Centre, crew yards and play area, as well as a short walk around the paddocks.
“Unfortunately, due to flood damage, the farm walks remain closed until further notice while repairs are under way.”
All the horses living on the farm are doing well.
Affected members of staff have been provided with temporary accommodation while the clean-up continues.
We would like to extend thanks to everyone who offered to help during this challenging time.
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