Elisabeth Svendsen Trust

Charlie C never gets bored, because there's always so much going on at the centre, from riding in the arena to running around the fields with his friends. He loves working with the children, which is one reason he is often chosen to go out and visit them in their schools. He loves all the extra attention he receives when visiting the schools and the staff know he will be well-behaved and a credit to the centre.

Charlie C came to work for EST Birmingham in 1997. Originally, he had been relinquished to our sister charity, The Donkey Sanctuary in 1996 after his owner could no longer give him the time, love and affection he needs. Being of a gentle nature, he was ideally suited to working with children.

He enjoys giving rides to the special needs children so much he even tries to come in when it isn't even his turn!