Liability under The Animals Act 1971

If you are a horse owner or landowner you may be responsible for any damage caused by your horse or the horses that are kept on your land. If you are a livery yard owner, trainer or have a horse on loan you will be responsible for the horse (in your possession and control) and therefore liable for any damage caused by those horses.

You may be liable for the following:

• Damage caused to people or property under the Animals Act 1971;
• Damage caused by a horse escaping due to poor fencing of your land or adjoining land;
• Damage caused to or by straying horses;
• Injury caused to users of rights of way or exercising their "right to roam";

We can provide you with comprehensive advice as to your responsibilities and steps you need to take to minimise the risk of you being liable for damage. If you think you may have a claim for damage caused to you or your property please contact us and we will consider the facts and advise you of any potential claim.