General · 10 September 2026
Hugo the Shire horse is world's tallest at 199cm – and still growing
Guinness World Records has officially designated Hugo, a four-year-old Shire horse from Towcester, Northamptonshire, as the tallest living horse globally. His owner, Brett Masters, says he is still growing and could get even taller, as horses don't stop until they're about eight and a half. Hugo receives extensive care, including regular massages and vet checks, to manage his rapid growth.
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