Farewell to King’s Troop horse known for his ‘famous great escape’

Tributes have been paid to a much-loved former King’s Troop horse who made national news for his “famous great escape” in Hyde Park, who has died aged 20.

Falstaff retired to the Horse Trust in November 2015 after eight years as an officer’s charger.

The gelding’s career began in 2007 when he arrived at the defence animal training regiment at Melton Mowbray from Holland, and soon put some of the most experienced riding instructors through their paces.

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Article written by: Becky Murray