February 8th 2024.
The news of Aurora's passing at the age of 13 has left many heartbroken. She was the horse who led the Queen's state funeral and was known as Doris to the police officers who worked with her. She had been a loyal and dedicated member of the Thames Valley Police mounted section since 2015, and her last day of service was on September 20, 2022, the day after the Queen's funeral.
Aurora was a magnificent 18-hands high horse, who had been a part of many important events during her time with the force. She proudly led the funeral procession of Queen Elizabeth II down the Long Walk to Windsor Castle. She had also escorted royalty at Royal Ascot, worked at football matches and concerts, and even had the honor of being on duty at the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
After her retirement, Aurora had been in the care of the Horse Trust, as she had developed a lameness that prevented her from working. The charity described her as a stunning creature, who stood out in the field like a glorious marble statue. Her stoic and majestic presence was a sight to behold.
Sadly, Aurora's health continued to decline, and she was recently put to sleep after suffering a ruptured ligament. The Horse Trust spokesman explained that due to her other health issues and her large size, her prognosis was not good and treatment options would have severely impacted her quality of life. Therefore, the difficult decision was made to let Aurora rest and run free of pain.
The spokesman also shared that Aurora's gentle nature and beauty had made her a popular attraction for visitors to the stable. She loved receiving attention and was always ready for a good stroke or two. The Thames Valley Police mounted section also paid tribute to her, praising her sweet nature and how she had looked after the newer riders.
In the end, the spokesman expressed their gratitude to the Horse Trust for providing Aurora with a peaceful and happy retirement. They also bid her farewell and thanked her for her service. As for Aurora, she can now gallop pain-free and will always be remembered as a beloved and dedicated member of the force.
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