New Forest: Horse rescued from ditch using hydraulic arm

A horse has been rescued from a ditch in the New Forest after becoming stuck.

Fire crews were called to Bramshaw at 08:30 GMT on Thursday to find Ginny the horse trapped under a tree.

Eastleigh firefighters removed the tree using a chainsaw, before animal rescue teams from Winchester and Poole helped to winch her out using a hydraulic arm.

Rescuing the 19-year-old horse took several hours, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service said.

The team worked closely with a vet to ensure Ginny's welfare during the rescue.

The fire service said she was safely back on all fours and in the care of her owner.

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