ANDALUCIAN RESCUE CENTRE FOR HORSES (ARCH)

“I said, “Somebody should do something about that“.

Then I realised, I am somebody” – Lily Tomlin.

What We Do

RESCUING HORSES, PONIES & DONKEYS

We are a registered charity and work closely with Seprona (environmental law enforcement) and the local police, as we have no powers to confiscate.

To report an Equine in Distress, please click on the following link.

Report an Equine in Distress

REHABILITATION & REHOMING

Once our horses and donkeys are fully rehabilitated, our main aim is to find them a forever home.
To see our available equines and complete an online adoption form, click on ‘Adopt’.
To view some of our favourite ‘before and after’ success stories, view the e-book.

ADOPT

View e-book

VOLUNTARY SUPPORT

Our charity is staffed by volunteers and we depend on fundraising activities and donations to carry on our work. Your support will mean a great deal.

Volunteer

Featured Equines

Revoltosa

Dark bay mare
145 cm
Born in 2013

Revoltosa was rescued from an unscrupulous animal dealer in La Linea together with many other equines in February 2026.

Gabbi

Grey donkey jenny
130 cm
Born in ??

Gabbi was abandoned in Alhaurin el Grande. The Local Police asked us to collect her and her previous owner handed her over without an issue. She is super cuddly and easy to handle. Needs lots of attention to thrive.

Marco

Donkey Gelding
130 cm
Born 2014

Update: Marco was returned to ARCH in April 2026 because his adopter had fallen seriously ill.

Marco was originally rescued from the closed down “zoo” in Ayamonte, Huelva, in 2022. He is friendly and affectionate and will make a good companion.

Pastora

Grey mare
148 cm
Born 2016

Pastora was found abandoned after her owner’s death in Guadix.
She is a nice mare, but can be protective of food.
She will do well with one to one handling.

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Visit Us

Visitors' day is every first Sunday of the month

Pop in and have a look around
Meet the horses, ponies and donkeys, in a lovely tranquil setting
Talk about volunteering and adopting, or just find out more about the work we do
Please wear closed shoes if you wish to groom or enter the paddocks.
The visits are free of charge, but any donations are gratefully received!

Our Mission

ARCH’s mission is to provide the best care and rehabilitation for abandoned and abused horses. The charity works hard every day to offer these animals a better life.