ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW Huge Well Done and congratulations to all Exmoor Ponies competing at the Royal Highland show over the past week. This is the biggest show on the Calendar for Scotland, so to see so many wonderful Exmoor ponies being shown in a variety of classes was fantastic. EPS Best of breed in the […]
Nobody really wants to think about writing a Will. But if you love Exmoor ponies as much as we do, you’ll understand why planning for their future – as well as yours – matters. We’ve partnered with Make a Will Online to offer you a completely free, solicitor-checked Will service. No catch, no pressure – […]
The Society would like to wish Alan and Stephanie Poulter a very happy Diamond Wedding Anniversary. We truly appreciate all that you both do for the breed, the Society, and of course Friends of Exmoor Ponies. Your continued support and dedication over so many years is very much valued. Warmest wishes from all of us […]
When ‘Farmer John’ Batchelor arrived at his surprise 80th birthday party in a traditional pony and trap, the cheers from waiting guests moved him to tears. The special moment was made possible by Brian, a six-year-old Exmoor pony from West Chiltington in West Sussex, and his owners David and Jackie Stride. The journey began when […]
We enjoyed a hugely successful AGM on Saturday May 2nd, as we welcomed Nigel Hill as our new President. Outgoing President Ian Graham passed the baton to Nigel, who brings a wealth of experience from his previous role as Chairman of the Society. What a day it was! Members traveled from across the UK to […]
The funeral service for Sandra Mansell will take place at 2pm on 18th May at Darlington Crematorium, followed by a gathering at Bannatyne’s Hotel, Darlington. For those who are unable to attend in person, the service will be available to watch online using the details below. Website: https://watch.obitus.com Username: zaje2214 Password: 275944
It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Sandra Mansell. Sandra devoted many years of loyal service as Treasurer of the Exmoor Pony Society. Alongside her husband, David, she was also well-known for breeding and exhibiting the Pinkery Exmoor pony herd. Our sincere sympathies go out to David and […]
A 289-mile Highland journey brings rare breed foals from remote Scorraig peninsula to new home in Wick Two young Exmoor pony foals, affectionately nicknamed “Bill” and “Ted”, have embarked on their own excellent adventure after a remarkable 289-mile journey across the Scottish Highlands. Megan Gillon, Trustee and Scottish Representative for the Exmoor Pony Society, collected […]
Nominations are now invited for election to the Exmoor Pony Society Board of Trustees. There are three trustee vacancies. If more nominations are received than there are vacancies, a ballot will take place, with the result announced at the AGM. The nomination form requires a nominee statement (maximum 250 words) and proposer and seconder statements […]
EXMOOR PONY SOCIETY NATIONAL ADULT PERFORMANCE AWARDS 2025 Champion: Beinn Theine & Megan Gillon (2345pts) Reserve: Tippbarlake William & Clare Philips (2202pts) 3rd: Bournefield Celtic Rose & Annette Perry (2198pts) 4th: Threeshires Edgar & Susannah Muir (1180pts) 5th: Coedywern Woodbine & Megan Gillon (1100) 6th: Danelaw Jupiter & Paula Kay (1015pts) Highly commended: Badleybridge Margot […]
Just a reminder to all competitors as we head towards the 2026 season; make use of Exmoor Specific classes at shows such as Royal Windsor, Royal Cornwall, etc. If these classes aren’t supported, we will lose them. Keep our Exmoor classes full of wonderful ponies this year!
We are organising an assessment for probationer judges! This will take place on Exmoor on Monday 4th May 2026. Please note, this is the same bank holiday weekend as the AGM (Saturday 2nd May) and Spring Show & Stallion Parade (Sunday 3rd May). To be considered for the EPS Probationer Judges Scheme, the application form below must be […]
EXMOOR PONY NATIONAL JUNIOR PERFORMANCE AWARDS 2025 Champion: Anchor Lullaby & Alice Bowling-Hartenfeld (5950pts) Reserve: Moonpenny Hati & Cassie Findlay (5800pts) 3rd: Achray & Remy Wishart (4495pts) 4th: Caitlin Macleod & Coedywern Woodbine (1530pts) 5th: Darshill Falcon & George Hodson (945pts) 6th: Badleybridge Margot & Penny Rollinson (460) 6th:Threeshires Gallant & Eve Mealing-Mills (460pts) Highly […]
This is the LAST CALL for you to get your entries in for the 2025 performance awards. A 7 day extension has been put on the original date to allow for late entries. Done a little or alot, a junior or a senior, there’s a prize for everyone! Get your entries in NOW! Click HERE […]
The much-anticipated September Mountain & Moorland Show 2025, hosted by the Scottish Area Exmoor Pony Society, took place on Sunday at Inchcoonans Equestrian, near Errol, Perth and Kinross, Scotland The event, a highlight in the local equestrian calendar, showcased a broad range of classes for all registered Mountain and Moorland (M&M) ponies and proudly incorporated […]
The Exmoor Pony Society is delighted to report on the success of the Exmoor Area Show, held as part of the Dunster Country Fair 2025. With perfect weather for showing – slightly overcast but dry, warming up later in the day – the event provided an ideal setting for showcasing the beauty and versatility of […]
Who is this article for? Exmoor pony breeders, landowners, conservationists Conservation grazing stands at the intersection of sustainable land management, biodiversity enhancement, and the preservation of Britain’s natural and cultural heritage. And there stands our wonderful Exmoor pony, too. The Exmoor pony is among the most effective grazers for this purpose. The Exmoor pony […]
We’re pleased to announce the results of this year’s trustee election, confirmed at the AGM. A big thank you to everyone who stood, and to all who took part in the voting process. The following trustees will join the four continuing trustees (Geoff Bryant, Mark Drummond, Stephanie Poulter and David Wallace), with their maximum term […]
Did you receive one of our annual trophies at (or shortly after) the 2024 AGM? If so, please return it by Sunday 27th April! Emma Wallace is kindly collecting them for us at: Mounsey Farm, Ashwick, Dulverton, TA22 9QE. If you’re bringing it along to the upcoming AGM instead (Saturday 3rd May at Brompton Regis […]
The 2025 Trustee Nomination form is now available to download here. Completed nomination forms must be received by the Secretary by no later than Friday 28th March 2025. If the number of nominations exceeds the number of vacancies, a ballot will be held, with the results to be announced during the AGM (Saturday 3rd May […]