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On The Table Read Magazine, “the best entertainment eBook magazine UK“, Ginny’s Story Of The Lluest Horse And Pony Trust is the inspiring tale of a young trailblazer, Ginny Hajdukiewicz, whose love for horses built a lasting legacy.
In 2025, the Lluest Horse and Pony Trust celebrates its 40th anniversary—a milestone that stands as a testament to the enduring vision of its founder, Ginny Hajdukiewicz. Her story, captured in Ginny’s Story of the Lluest Horse and Pony Trust, written by Ginny herself and thoughtfully edited by Barbara Metcalfe and Stella Gratrix, is one of passion, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to the welfare of horses and ponies. This book, rich with Ginny’s own words and supplemented by photos and memories from those who knew her, is both a heartfelt tribute and a call to support the Trust she built.
Ginny Hajdukiewicz was no ordinary horse enthusiast. By the age of 23, she had already turned her childhood dream into reality, establishing her own riding centre. In 1982, she moved to Wales with a group of “misfit” horses—animals others might have overlooked—and founded the Lluest Trekking Centre. Nestled in the rugged beauty of the Cambrian Mountains, the centre became a beloved local institution, with many still cherishing memories of pony rides through the Welsh countryside.
But Ginny’s ambitions went beyond running a trekking centre. Deeply troubled by the plight of “wild” ponies sold at markets and the broader mistreatment of equines, she took action. In 1985, she founded the Lluest Horse and Pony Trust, originally based in Llanddeusant near Aberystwyth. A year later, in November 1986, the Trust relocated to its current home at Beili Bedw Farm in Llangadog, Carmarthenshire, where it has since flourished. Over the past four decades, the Trust has rescued, rehabilitated, and rehomed nearly 500 horses, ponies, and donkeys, relying entirely on donations and the dedication of a small staff and a team of devoted volunteers.
Ginny’s life was as vibrant as her mission. She chronicled her experiences—often on scraps of paper—in lively accounts that brim with humor, warmth, and a deep love for the animals and people around her. Her writings, collected in the book, introduce readers to her horses and ponies, as well as her dogs, cats, chickens, and even a crow named Herbie. These stories, paired with photographs from Ginny’s life and contributions from families who rode with her or volunteered at the Trust, paint a vivid picture of a woman whose energy and compassion touched countless lives.
Tragically, Ginny’s time was cut short. She passed away at just 38 after a battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy that continues to thrive. Her death was a profound loss, but her spirit endures in the Trust’s ongoing work. As readers turn the pages of her story, they’ll find themselves reaching for tissues—moved to tears by her struggles and triumphs, yet uplifted by her infectious joy.
The book, lovingly compiled by editors Barbara Metcalfe and Stella Gratrix, serves a dual purpose: it preserves Ginny’s voice and supports the Trust she held dear. All proceeds from its sale go directly to the Lluest Horse and Pony Trust, ensuring that her mission of rescuing and rehabilitating equines carries on. Ginny would undoubtedly be proud to see the organization she founded marking its 40th year in 2025, still stepping in whenever a horse or pony is in need.
Ginny’s Story of the Lluest Horse and Pony Trust is more than a biography—it’s an invitation to laugh, cry, and celebrate a remarkable woman whose love for animals changed lives. For anyone who has ever been touched by the bond between humans and horses, this book is a must-read, and a chance to contribute to a cause that remains as vital today as it was when Ginny first dreamed it into existence.
In 1985, Ginny Hajdukiewicz founded the Lluest Horse and Pony Trust, driven by her heartbreak over the mistreatment of wild hill ponies and foals at local sales, establishing a sanctuary to provide Welsh equines with refuge and care.
Now based at Beili Bedw Farm, Llanddeusant, Llangadog, Carmarthenshire (SA19 9TG), the Trust relies on a dedicated team of three full-time and two part-time grooms, opens its doors to volunteers year-round, and hosts special days for individuals with disabilities, all made possible through the generous donations of time and money from supporters committed to equine welfare.
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