About this tour
Spend four-and-a-half hours at Living Legends sanctuary in Victoria, a facility dedicated to the welfare of retired racehorses. You'll meet a roster of former champions—including Brew, Almandin and Twilight Payment—get hands-on with feeding and grooming, and learn about equine care from knowledgeable staff. The tour wraps with Devonshire tea: freshly baked scones topped with jam and cream, paired with tea or coffee.
Highlights
- Hand-feed and pat retired champion racehorses
- Meet celebrated former racers: Almandin, Twilight Payment, Fawkner
- Learn equine research and long-term care practices
- Homemade scones with cream and jam included
- Morning or afternoon tea options available
- Modelled on UK Home of Rest for Horses standards
What to expect
Expect a gentle, interactive morning or afternoon. You'll walk the sanctuary grounds and spend time in paddocks with the retired horses—these animals are accustomed to visitors and respond well to calm handling. Staff will show you feeding techniques and share stories about individual horses' racing careers and transition to retirement. The tour moves at a relaxed pace with breaks for observation and questions. Finish indoors with hot tea or coffee and warm scones fresh from the kitchen—a proper wind-down before departure.
Good to know
Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dusty. A moderate fitness level helps for walking uneven ground and standing for stretches. The sanctuary prioritises horse welfare, so handlers will brief you on safe interaction before you approach the animals.
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