The Unicorn Centre in Middlesbrough, a charity providing horse riding and therapeutic experiences for children and adults with additional needs since 1998, announced its closure on October 1 due to growing financial pressures after 27 years of service. Olivia Fairclough, a dedicated volunteer since 1999 who has personally benefited from the centre’s support following a paralyzing horse-riding accident, is leading a campaign to save it. She emphasizes the centre’s vital role in helping people with disabilities regain confidence and improve their well-being, describing it as her “second home” and a lifeline for many riders.

Olivia is actively seeking fundraising, grants, and support from local authorities and MPs to keep the centre open, highlighting the profound impact it has on its community. She shares emotional stories of riders who have made remarkable progress through the centre’s programs and stresses the devastating loss its closure would mean for those who rely on its unique services. With growing backing from supporters, Olivia remains determined to fight for the centre’s survival.