Hay Burr Inn Equine Rescue & Sanctuary

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Hay Burr Inn Equine Rescue & Sanctuary Hay Burr Inn’s volunteers rescues equines from neglect, abuse, starvation, and slaughter risk.

We restore their health, provide sanctuary when needed, find loving homes when possible, and educate the community about equine welfare. Mission Statement: Hay Burr Inn’s all-volunteer staff is dedicated to saving the lives of horses that are victims of starvation, neglect, abuse, bound for slaughter, or whose owners are unable to provide for their needs. It is our goal to rehabilitate and restore the physical and emotional health of the horses and when possible to find them a loving foster home, or continue to give them the special, intensive care they need to live out their days in peace.

10/13/2026

Things get a little weird on the farm when the sun goes down 😂 Spirit is a ham sandwich 🥪 of a horse 🐎

10/13/2026

GOOD MORNING BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!🐎

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🩷 Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🩷Katie is our oldest girl, and after all these years, she has opinions about pretty much...
10/12/2026

🩷 Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🩷

Katie is our oldest girl, and after all these years, she has opinions about pretty much everything—and she has absolutely no problem voicing them. 😂🐴

So for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Katie is here with an important message: speak up, be heard, and don’t be afraid to complain when something doesn’t feel right. 🎀🩷

For once, Katie, we’re encouraging it. 😂

Due to the inclement weather anticipated this evening, we are ***canceling*** the event for this evening, Sunday, Octobe...
10/11/2026

Due to the inclement weather anticipated this evening, we are ***canceling*** the event for this evening, Sunday, October 11th.

We appreciate your understanding.

We do have two more evenings, Saturday, October 17th & Saturday, October 24th.

Happy Sunday My Friends!🐎  ☀️    ❤️           Image of Traveller by Vanessa
10/11/2026

Happy Sunday My Friends!🐎

☀️ ❤️
Image of Traveller by Vanessa

10/10/2026

🎃 Haunted Trail at Hay Burr Inn Equine Rescue & Sanctuary
Get ready for an evening of thrilling adventure and heartwarming hope at Hay Burr Inn Equine Rescue & Sanctuary! This isn't just a haunted trail. It's a chance to enjoy a spooky evening while supporting a great cause.

This is an all-weather event. Whether it's rain, snow, or moonlit skies, the scares go on. We do not cancel due to weather.

👻 Dare to Walk the Haunted Trail
Venture onto our half-mile haunted trail winding through the dark woods of the sanctuary. The best part? You choose your own path and your own level of fear!

The scares are located only along the spooky trail, allowing you to walk it more than once and challenge yourself with a different experience each time. With eerie lighting, strobe effects, and unexpected jump scares, every trip through the woods is a little different. No two nights are exactly the same!

📅 Event Dates
Join us for a spooky night of fun and frights:
Sunday, October 11 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Saturday, October 17 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Saturday, October 24 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎭 Costumes Welcome
Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume and be sure to say hello to the amazing horses and donkeys you're helping support.

Our sanctuary residents were rescued from difficult situations and now enjoy lives filled with safety, peace, and care thanks to supporters like you. Your visit helps make that possible.

🧡 Fun for the Whole Family
We welcome ghouls, goblins, ghosts, and monsters of all ages! Whether you're a seasoned horror fan or a young adventurer looking for a few gentle thrills, there's a path for you.

Parental discretion is advised, but we strive to provide an enjoyable experience for everyone.

Important Information for Your Visit
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable evening for all guests, please review the following guidelines:

👟 Proper Footwear Required
For your safety, please wear sturdy shoes or boots.
No sandals, flip-flops, or high heels are permitted for adults or children.

🚭 No Smoking or Alcohol
Smoking, va**ng, and alcohol are not permitted anywhere on the property, including the parking area.

🐾 Please Leave Pets at Home
To help prevent cross-contamination and ensure the safety of our resident equines, personal animals are not permitted on the property.

🚪 Arrival Information
When you arrive, please wait for the red gate to be opened. The gate helps keep our horses safe and secure.

📞 Questions?
Please call or text 860-932-2092.
As an all-volunteer organization, response times may be limited on event days. We kindly ask that you review the event information provided here before reaching out.

Thank you for helping us create a safe and enjoyable experience for both people and animals. We can't wait to welcome you for a night of spooky fun while supporting the rescued horses and donkeys of Hay Burr Inn Equine Rescue & Sanctuary!

🎃 Enter if you dare... and help make a difference while you're here! 🐴

10/10/2026

He was such a goofy boy 😭💔🌈🦄

A draft-sized hole has been left in our hearts. Every animal who comes into our care receives all the love, time, and de...
10/10/2026

A draft-sized hole has been left in our hearts. Every animal who comes into our care receives all the love, time, and dedication we have to give. Even if our time with them is short, they deserve nothing less and so much more. ❤️

We are truly grateful that we were able to give Gandolf a few years of retirement after a lifetime of working day in and day out. He deserved to spend his golden years knowing comfort, kindness, and love. With incredibly heavy hearts, we helped him cross the Rainbow Bridge, where he is now free from pain and the many ailments that come with age in a working horse.

Gandolf formed so many special friendships within the herd, and his absence leaves a void that simply cannot be filled. If only our beloved animals could live forever, and even then, forever would never feel like enough time.

We miss him more than words can express: his daily shenanigans, the way he would ask for pets and scratches in all his favorite spots, and how nothing made him happier than being groomed and fed. When Gandolf first came to us, he was so frightened that we could barely touch him. Watching him transform into a horse who couldn’t get enough love and attention was one of the greatest gifts. He learned to trust us, seek us out, and demand affection whenever he could—which, of course, sometimes got him into a little trouble!

He was such a character, with a personality that brought us laughter and joy every day. Those little moments, the silly antics, and the trust he learned to give us are memories we will carry in our hearts forever.

Run free, sweet Gandolf. You gave us so much more than you could ever have known, and it was an honor to give you the retirement and love you so deeply deserved. You will always be a part of our herd and a part of our hearts. Until we meet again, beautiful boy. 🌈🐴❤️

🩷 Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🩷Aspen and Cedar are here to remind us that some journeys are a little easier when you d...
10/10/2026

🩷 Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🩷

Aspen and Cedar are here to remind us that some journeys are a little easier when you don’t have to walk them alone. 🎀

Whether you’re fighting, recovering, supporting someone you love, or remembering someone special, having someone beside you can mean everything.

From these two boys and all of us at Hay Burr Inn, we’re sending love to everyone touched by breast cancer. 🩷🐴

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169 Black Hill Rd
Plainfield, CT
06374

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