Archive · 4 Aug 2025
Queen's Beloved Horse Tyrone Retires After Royal Service
Tyrone, a horse who helped the Queen and other royals at big events, has retired.
He was a "wheeler," the horse closest to the carriage, working since 2012 and setting the pace and stability.
Tyrone helped with many important events like the Diamond Jubilee and the King's coronation.
Now, he's relaxing at a special home for horses, with his family.
Tyrone, a 19-year-old Irish draft horse, has retired from royal service.
He served in numerous royal events, including the State Opening of Parliament and King Charles III's coronation.
Tyrone held the position of a "wheeler," closest to the carriages.
His royal duties began in 2012 and concluded recently.
Tyrone has been retired to the Horse Trust sanctuary in Buckinghamshire.
- Who
- Tyrone, an Irish draft horse, served the Royal Family.
- What
- Tyrone, a royal horse, has retired.
- When
- His service began in 2012, with his retirement occurring recently.
- Where
- He has been retired to the Horse Trust sanctuary in Buckinghamshire.
- Why
- Tyrone retired after 14 years of service.
- Name
- Tyrone
- Age
- 19 years old
- Breed
- Irish draft horse
- Role
- Wheeler (closest to carriages)
- Service start
- 2012
- Retirement location
- Horse Trust sanctuary, Buckinghamshire