North Wales Horse Watch is a volunteer‑led equine and rural crime‑prevention network working across all six counties of North Wales.
Our mission is to prevent, reduce and detect equine‑related crime, support responsible horse ownership, and help keep rural communities safe. We work closely with North Wales Police, share information with our 7000+ members, and provide tack and equipment security marking, welfare support, and rapid information‑sharing to help reunite missing or stolen horses with their owners.
North Wales Horse Watch was founded in 2010 by Helen Lacey after she became a victim of equine crime. What began as a small social‑media network has grown into a community of over 7000 members across North Wales. The group is run by dedicated volunteers and supported by North Wales Police, working together to reduce equine and rural crime through education, visibility, and community action.
Our Services
Tack and Equipment Marking
We offer security marking sessions for livery yards, riding schools, pony clubs, and events. Dates are published on our horse watch email system.
Support & Advice
From welfare concerns to fly grazing issues, we help owners access the right support.
Our network offers vital welfare support for horses in distress, working closely with local authorities to ensure their safety.
Welfare Support
Partnership Working
We collaborate with North Wales Police, RSPCA, World Horse Welfare, local authorities, and the National Equine Welfare Council.
Information Sharing
Members receive alerts about suspicious activity, missing horses, stolen tack, and rural crime trends.
7000+ Strong Network
We work in close partnership with North Wales Police to prevent equine-related crime. Our network of over 7000 members provides rapid information-sharing, tack security marking, and welfare support across all six counties.