Mounted Branch

Introduction

From its humble beginnings in 1760 the Mounted Branch has adapted well to the changing needs of the society it serves, and it continues to play a key role in modern day policing.

With a strength of over 140 officers and 120 horses based at eight operational stables spread across London their job sees them carrying out a variety of roles including, high visibility patrols, public order duties as well as specific crime initiatives and specialist events, like trooping the colour.

Every officer and horse receives extensive training at Imber Court, the MPS mounted branch training establishment based in Thames Ditton, Surrey to ensure both horse and rider are well equipped to deal with the rigours of policing in the capital.