Gifts in Wills

For the love of horses, always

Horses give us so much – joy, freedom, friendship and trust. At British Horse Society, we believe they deserve the very best in return. 

By leaving a gift in your Will, you’ll help us be there when it matters most. Whether it’s caring for horses, making riding safer, welcoming more people to enjoy horses, or changing laws to give horses and riders better protection. Your gift, no matter how large or small, will create a better life for horses and those who care for them.   

Every gift makes a difference. It’s a lasting way to share your love for horses with future generations. To find out more, request your free guide today. It’s quick, easy, and there’s no commitment involved.

Why leave a gift in your Will?

Leaving a gift in your Will is a special way to support the causes you care about, and it doesn’t cost anything today. Gifts in Wills are tax-free and can help reduce the inheritance tax your estate pays. Even a small share of your estate can make a lasting difference, while still putting loved ones first.

With your support, BHS can continue to: 

• Protect horse welfare across the UK and beyond.
• Keep riders safe on the roads and create more off-road routes.
• Support riding schools so more people can discover the joy of horses.
• Inspire the next generation through education and training. 

Write or update your Will for free

We want you to choose the option that feels right for you.

Free Will-writing online or by phone
With our partner Octopus Legacy, you can write or update your Will online or by phone, at no cost. It takes around 20 minutes to get started. There’s no obligation to leave a gift to BHS, though we’d be truly grateful if you choose to.

Find out about our free Will writing service.

How to include the BHS in your Will

If you’d like to include us in your Will, we recommend you speak to a solicitor to ensure that your wishes will be carried out as you intend. 

You will need to take the following details with you: 

British Horse Society         
Registered address: Abbey Park, Stareton, Kenilworth, Warwickshire CV8 2XZ         
Registered charity number: 210504 (England and Wales) and SC038516 (Scotland) 
 
Here’s some suggested wording your solicitor may find useful: 

“I leave X / a X% share of my residuary estate for British Horse Society of Abbey Park, Stareton, Kenilworth, Warwickshire CV8 2XZ (Registered Charity No. 210504 and SC038516) [insert percentage of estate / specific sum] to be used for its general charitable purposes.” 

Request your free Gift in Wills guide

For more information, we’d be happy to send you our free Gift in Wills guide by email or post. It explains everything you need to know about leaving a gift in your Will. 

Any questions?

Leaving a gift in your Will is a personal decision and we are here to help. If you’d like to learn more about leaving a gift in your will talk in confidence, please contact:

Telephone: 02476 840500

Email: giftinwills@bhs.org.uk 

Post: Gifts in Wills team, British Horse Society, Abbey Park, Stareton, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 2XZ

Let us know your intentions

If you are considering leaving a gift in your Will to the BHS – or have already done so – there’s no obligation to tell us, but we would love to hear from you. Sharing your intentions helps us plan for the future of the BHS, and gives us the chance to thank you properly for your support. Anything you choose to share will be treated in confidence and is not legally binding. You can let us know easily by completing our online pledge form.

For executors

If you are an Executor or Administrator of an estate for someone who has kindly left a legacy to British Horse Society, please contact giftinwills@bhs.org.uk and we will be happy to assist you with the administration and payment of the legacy.

Thank you

Every gift in a Will is an act of love. By remembering British Horse Society, you can make sure horses are protected, riders are safe, and the bond between people and horses is cherished, always.