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Tyrone Retires to Buckinghamshire Sanctuary After 14 Years Pulling Royal Carriages

A beloved Windsor Grey known for his calm demeanor has begun retirement with his family at the Horse Trust sanctuary in Buckinghamshire.

Overview

  • Buckingham Palace officially announced Tyrone’s retirement after 14 years of service with the Royal Mews, hailing him as a “gentle and dependable giant.”
  • His final ceremonial appearance occurred during French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit in May 2025, closing a career that began with the 2012 state opening of Parliament.
  • Tyrone drew the carriages for milestone events including the 2018 royal wedding procession, the 2023 coronation and Trooping the Colour in 2024.
  • Crown Equerry Colonel Toby Browne praised Tyrone’s steady temperament and tireless work, saying the horse “really deserves his retirement.”
  • The Horse Trust sanctuary, patronized by Princess Anne, provides lifelong care for retired working horses like Tyrone and his reunited family.