Horses Loose Again in Leigh Park After Owners Fly Grazing Drama
Horses and ponies have been spotted wandering local streets in Leigh Park for the second time this week. The animals, belonging to Antony Clements and Tristram Cluett, appeared overnight on green spaces outside homes, sparking fresh concern among residents.
Animals in Poor Health Spark Outrage
Disturbed locals say the horses are in bad shape, with neglected hooves and signs of poor welfare. Many have flagged the issue, urging anyone who spots the horses roaming to contact the police or RSPCA immediately — but warned not to confront the owners themselves.
Owners Defend Themselves Amid Fly Grazing Fury
Antony Clements explained the mess, saying their original shared field was confiscated after an RSPCA inspection found two horses in poor health belonging to a third party. “We have a new field but can’t move in until next month,” he said. “We kept our horses in a nearby country park overnight but they escaped early this morning.”
Tristram Cluett added, “We have permission from the landowner to use the new field. RSPCA have visited and are happy with the horses’ condition.”
Violence at the Field
Drama escalated when Tristram Cluett revealed he was attacked with a baseball bat at the field, suffering a head injury. Police were called, the assailant was arrested, and an investigation is ongoing.
Residents remain concerned as the horses continue to roam unsupervised, calling for swift action to resolve the ongoing fly grazing saga.
