Many Rangers go on to successful careers within the equine industry.

Rebecca – Equine specialist Veterinary Nurse

I joined Windsor Horse Rangers aged 13. With a passion for horses and having been at a riding school previously, I had a desire to learn more about the husbandry side of horses which other stables could not offer. Whilst being a Ranger I progressed through the ranks, and gained my white band and the rank of Lance Corporal in charge of two companies. I completed exams on all aspects of horsemanship (riding, stable management and theory) and was awarded my senior tenderfoot, bronze spur and silver spur badges as I progressed through the academic levels at Rangers.

Once I turned 18 I volunteered as an adult before leaving to study Equine Training and Behaviour at Plymouth university.

The hands-on experience and hours spent learning about basic horse husbandry were invaluable in enabling me to gain a place at university. Upon completion of my degree I gained a job in an Equine vets as a Patient Care Assistant. I then qualified as an Equine RAMA (Registered Animal Medicines Advisor). I am continuing to progress in my career and recently qualified as an Equine specialist Veterinary Nurse. In 2025 I was nominated for the Petplan Veterinary Nurse of the year which was a real honour.

Outside of work I loan a horse which I take to the occasional local show, allowing me to continue using the skills I gained whilst at Windsor Horse Rangers. Without having been a Ranger my passion for Equine Veterinary work, and progression to work in the equine industry, would not have been possible. Windsor Horse Rangers is such a vital establishment and key for providing young people with the opportunity to learn about horses, gain important life and social skills, and can be the initial stepping stone to progressing to work in the equine industry should they desire.

I am forever grateful for the opportunities Windsor Horse Rangers gave me as I would not be where I am now without my time at rangers.

Jodie – Magique Hands Equine bodywork and Cryotherapy 

I started at Windsor Horse Rangers when I was 8 years old and I can remember coming home after my first day absolutely beaming from ear to ear! Rangers for me as a kid was so much more than just horse riding and grooming, it was a safe place me where me and my friends could unapologetically be ourselves. It was very educational, working our way up from tenderfoot to gold spur, and coming out the other side with our badges which we wore with so much pride, but above all it was so much fun! I have so many fond memories and it was just such a core part of my childhood and teenage years. 
 
I think the one thing that really stood out to me over the years at being at rangers was the way responsibility and respect was earned. The harder you worked and the more aptitude you displayed for learning and growing, the more responsibility you were given on the yard. The coloured band system is a genius way to help young adults grow in confidence but also feel like they were gradually moving up the levels of responsibility. 
 
I owe an incredible amount to horse rangers, I stayed there until I turned 16, and as I got my first equine job as a groom. I was fully supported by the volunteers and staff who gave me that gentle nudge to step into the equine industry. Since then I have led a very successful equine career and now run my own Equine bodywork and Cryotherapy business, travelling all round the UK and also internationally treating horses as well as winning Equine Therapist of the year 2025.
 
I have now come full circle and have been invited to the last 3 summer camps to demonstrate to the current rangers my bodywork, teaching them how to recognise pain and tension in horses and showing them techniques they can all do to help their ponies feel better! It is so inspiring to be a part of horse rangers as an adult, as these kids will be the next generation of equestrians. 
 
Horse rangers is just such a special place that I will always be grateful for, and even to this day when I enter that car park I’m transported back to kid Jodie, excited and very much still horse crazy! 

Isabelle – Equine Behaviour Coordinator

I started at Windsor Horse Rangers at the age of 8. I was a shy, very nervous child who insisted on having a side walker as well as a leader when learning to ride. Horse Rangers was a supportive and encouraging environment where my confidence steadily grew. I stayed until I was 18, gradually progressing through the levels and ending up as a staff sergeant (maroon band)). After turning 18, I stayed on as an adult helper, continuing to learn and contribute.

This experience helped me secure a role at an equine charity, as a Senior Team Leader at their largest site overseeing the care of over 250 horses and 20 staff.

I later moved to another charity to work on the behaviour team, and also joined their rescue team — expanding my skills and deepening my understanding of equine welfare.

Eventually, I returned to my original charity and now work as an Equine Behaviour Coordinator. I specialise in working with unhandled and nervous horses, creating shaping plans and training them using positive reinforcement techniques.

My time at Rangers was an experience that made me into the women I am today. Horse Rangers gave me the foundation, skills, and confidence to pursue a career I love and I wouldn’t be where I am today without the support and guidance Rangers gave me. I would have never dreamed of doing what I do now when I was that nervous girl of 8.

Hannah – Groom and Co-Farmer

Hannah attended Windsor Horse Rangers for nearly 5.5 years.   For her it was life-changing.

Hannah has a range of additional needs, including learning difficulties, autism, anxiety and physical limitations. Hannah is also passionate about all things horse-related.

Windsor Horse Rangers allowed Hannah to be herself, in a safe, nurturing and supportive environment.   They did a fantastic job of supporting Hannah and enabling her to participate with the other children as an equal.  For Hannah, it was a place she could go to spend time with like-minded friends, and work hard looking after the horses, riding, and building her theory knowledge. 

Rangers was also fantastic for us as Hannah’s parents.  It is one of the few places that we were able to leave Hannah and know that she would be happy, calm and most of all have a wonderful time. 

The environment at WHR enabled Hannah to flourish and gave her the confidence to consider attending college. After leaving Rangers aged 19, Hannah did a 3 year Equine Studies course at the Fortune Residential College in the New Forest.  The Fortune Centre is geared to enable independence skills through horse based work. It was a perfect fit for Hannah. Her ability and desire to take this huge step into the next chapter of her life was, in large part, due to her time at WHR.

After the Fortune Centre, Hannah moved to Fetlocks which is an Equine Facilitated supported housing for young adults with learning disabilities. Hannah works at 3 different stables, 2 community farms and also grooms for an Eventer whose horses live in the fields behind the Fetlocks residence.  The residents are all on a rota to do morning and evening stables for the 8+ Event horses. Its hard work, and all weathers, but Hannah is living her dream.

In summary Hannah absolutely loved her time at WHR, and so did we. We are so glad we found it when we did and got her name on the waiting list.