A 20-year-old Shetland pony, Jude, and a 16-year-old miniature Shetland, Dinky, brought back some fond memories for some former farmers at Frome Nursing Home.

The home welcomed the ponies from Twinnies Petting Farm, who decided they’re rather spend their time inside the home rather than on grass – much to the interest of residents.

A spokesperson for the home said: “During the visit Dinky made a special visit to family members who preferred to be inside, which stirred much laughter seeing a pony walk around a home!

The visitors were warmly welcomed by the residents Picture: Frome Nursing Home

“Two former farmers, Michael and William especially enjoyed the visit and talked about their own farming days, reminiscing about tending to cows and their early morning routines.

“Whilst George, another family member, created interest when curious about how they kept the ponies’ tails clean!”

Picture: Frome Nursing Home

Twinnies Petting Farm said: “Our visit to Frome Nursing Home was really heart-warming, our ponies brought huge smiles to the residents’ faces, and we loved hearing their stories of growing up around horses and ponies.

“It was a joy to see the bonds that our animals were able to create.”