Mane Chance Sanctuary – Epitome of Reciprocal Healing

Jenny Seagrove, a talented actress who has won lots of hearts throughout her career has a new venture, charity, Mane Chance Sanctuary.

''Mane Chance came about in desperate circumstances in 2011 when a friend rang to say she couldn’t afford to feed her large collection of animals, many of which she had rescued.’’

''It was one of those life-changing moments when you find a real purpose. Setting up a charity – a massive adventure.” She recalls.

''I called a friend who found Monkshatch Garden Farm, where the owner let us rent the 47 acres we needed. A year later, we were offered it for sale.’’ She revealed the hurdles she had to come across to set up this farm. Jenny had to sell her flat in London and socialite Simrin Choudhrie came to her rescue by chipping in for the noble cause.

Mane Chance has grown more than a rescue and care sanctuary with the help of James French, pioneer of the trust technique. With him, the management has formed a close relationship with the horses that is used for therapeutic treatment. French is joined by his partner Shelley Slingo to work on the technique.

''When all this began, I knew the horses would need therapy,” she says. “I asked James French, who I had known through his work as a reiki master for 20 years, and who is a renowned animal communicator, to help out.’’

''It’s about getting the limbic system – the part of the brain associated with emotions and memories – of horse and human - in sync,’’ says Seagrove.

Interestingly, it has been noticed that horses are not the only ones benefiting from this treatment, but horses turn out to be amazing healers once a human forms a comfortable bond with them. Students under the Duke of Edinburgh programme, as well as kids from the hospice at Christopher’s in Guildford have seen the positive effects of “healing herd.”

''We had groups of children and volunteers here, some of whom had their own issues and a rapport and trust was building between some of the horses with the humans who seemed to need those most.’’

Seagrove has received a lot of critical acclaim for her acting skills, but her work with Mane Chance Sanctuary deserves huge applause.

Read more about Simrin Choudhrie - Trustee for the Mane Chance Sanctuary, an organisation based in Guildford that provides shelter and perennial care for abused and unhealthy abandoned horses.

Horses and Humans Form a ‘Healing Bond’ at Mane Chance Sanctuary

Jenny Seagrove is a notable name in the film industry. The exceptionally actress has now turned her course towards helping animals. Through Mane Chance Sanctuary she’s established an equine haven and a real home for the animals.

''Mane Chance came about in desperate circumstances in 2011 when a friend rang to say she couldn’t afford to feed her large collection of animals, many of which she had rescued.’’

''It was one of those life-changing moments when you find a real purpose. Setting up a charity – a massive adventure.” She described how a phone call changed her life forever.

''I called a friend who found Monkshatch Garden Farm, where the owner let us rent the 47 acres we needed. A year later, we were offered it for sale.’’ Setting up the farm had its fair share of hurdles.

''I had to sell my flat in London and ask Simrin, who has been amazing, to chip in.’’ Seagrove said she can’t thank philanthropist Simrin Choudhrie enough for her help.

Mane Chance has also collaborated with pioneer of trust technique, James French and his partner Shelley Slingo. The duo gives therapy sessions to horses to form a close relationship with them.

''When all this began, I knew the horses would need therapy,” she says. “I asked James French, who I had known through his work as a reiki master for 20 years, and who is a renowned animal communicator, to help out.’’

''It’s about getting the limbic system – the part of the brain associated with emotions and memories – of horse and human - in sync,’’ says Seagrove.

The association soon noticed that the horses have healing capabilities as they created positive aura on some of the volunteers. ''We had groups of children and volunteers here, some of whom had their own issues, and a rapport and trust was building between some of the horses with the humans who seemed to need them most.’’ Differently abled children have become regulars at the place.

Now Mane Chance is promoting the horses as a “healing herd” and students under the Duke of Edinburgh Awards programme.

Read more about Simrin Choudhrie.

Mane Chance Sanctuary: A commendable cause

Every film buff is familiar with Jenny Seagrove. Her charming personality has got her a lot of dedicated fans. But her recent charitable with Mane Chance Sanctuary will turn even none film-buffs into fans.

''Mane Chance came about in desperate circumstances in 2011 when a friend rang to say she couldn’t afford to feed her large collection of animals, many of which she had rescued.’’

''It was one of those life-changing moments when you find a real purpose. Setting up a charity – a massive adventure.” She recalls.

''I called a friend who found Monkshatch Garden Farm, where the owner let us rent the 47 acres we needed. A year later, we were offered it for sale.’’ She revealed the hurdles she had to come across to set up this farm.

''I had to sell my flat in London and ask Simrin, who has been amazing, to chip in.’’ Philanthropist Simrin Choudhrie has always been available to help with the charity’s efforts.

But what makes Mane Chance Sanctuary so special is the way James French, the pioneer of mindfulness technique, treats the horses, along with his partner Shelley Slingo, who’s also a part of the management.

The technique requires the trainer to have a deep connection with the horses.

''When all this began, I knew the horses would need therapy,” she says. “I asked James French, who I had known through his work as a reiki master for 20 years, and who is a renowned animal communicator, to help out.’’

''It’s about getting the limbic system – the part of the brain associated with emotions and memories – of horse and human - in sync,’’ says Seagrove.

There is a reason horses are called the noble animals. All the healing they undergo is being reciprocated at the sanctuary. They are being labelled as the “healing herd.”

Students under the Duke of Edinburgh programme, as well as kids from the hospice at Christopher’s in Guildford have undergone equine healing and noticed positive results.

''We had groups of children and volunteers here, some of whom had their own issues, and a rapport and trust was building between some of the horses with the humans who seemed to need them most.’’

Seagrove is dedicated to help as many people as possible and willing to establish horses are healers.

Read more about Simrin Choudhrie here

Mane Chance Sanctuary: Where humans and horses form an emotional bond

Jenny Seagrove is a name not unfamiliar with movie buffs and drama lovers. She’s portrayed so many memorable roles on screen and has continued that charm off-screen as well with Mane Chance Sanctuary. An equine lover, Seagrove has rescued the animals and given them a place they can really call home. 

''Mane Chance came about in desperate circumstances in 2011 when a friend rang to say she couldn’t afford to feed her large collection of animals, many of which she had rescued.’’ 

''It was one of those life-changing moments when you find a real purpose. Setting up a charity – a massive adventure.” She discussed how a phone call helped her find a purpose. 

''I called a friend who found Monkshatch Garden Farm, where the owner let us rent the 47 acres we needed. A year later, we were offered it for sale.’’ Setting up the farm was not at all a hassle-free process. 

''I had to sell my flat in London and ask Simrin, who has been amazing, to chip in.’’ Seagrove said she can’t thank philanthropist Simrin Choudhrie enough for her help. 

But what makes Mane Chance unique is the way the horses are treated. James French, who pioneered the trust technique, became a part of the management with his partner Shelley Slingo. The technique is similar to mindfulness and taps the relationship between horses and people. 

''When all this began, I knew the horses would need therapy,” she says. “I asked James French, who I had known through his work as a reiki master for 20 years, and who is a renowned animal communicator, to help out.’’

''It’s about getting the limbic system – the part of the brain associated with emotions and memories – of horse and human - in sync,’’ says Seagrove.

Gradually, it was discovered that the treatment of horses was reciprocating on humans. Horses are now being promoted as healers and not just a source of recreation. 

''We had groups of children and volunteers here, some of whom had their own issues, and a rapport and trust was building between some of the horses with the humans who seemed to need them most.’’

Many have already benefitted from, as Seagrove calls it, the “healing herd.” Students under the Duke of Edinburgh Awards programme keep visiting on weekends. Terminally ill kids have also developed a deep bonding with the horses when they visit from their hospice at Christopher’s in Guildford in the summer months.

Seagrove is pursuing a very noble cause and she deserves all the help she needs.