Beer-Drinking Pony Becomes 'Mayor' of UK Village

The people of Cockington, a village in England, have just made the miniature Shetland Patrick the “unofficial mayor” of the town. Patrick is a frequent visitor to the bar at the Drum Inn, where he often enjoys his favourite drink, an Irish stout in a special corner. He quickly became popular after his owner brought him to be socialised for his therapy work during the pandemic. Local councillor Andrew Barrand presented Patrick with his mayoral chain, while local MP Kevin Foster also showed up to show support for the appointment.