After working as Secretary for the Highland Pony Society for over 21 years, I am handing over the reins on the final day of March. I would like to take the chance to thank all members and friends of the Society for their support over all this time. I’m so lucky to have worked in a job I've enjoyed so much where, every day, I feel valued - that is so special! It is ‘Au Revoir’ rather than ‘Goodbye’ as I will support Eilidh Caddden as she wants and will also be at the Highland Show and other events to enjoy the action - this Centenary year and in the…

We are thrilled to be able to bring to you an amazing programme of events to celebrate the Centenary of the Highland Pony Society! It's time to book your holidays! If you scroll down to the foot of this page, you can access the full programme.   Stallion Parade HPEC Show, Selby Sunday 9th April 2023 “Have a Go” Day Thame, Oxfordshire – Debbie Spears on 07798 900835 Sunday 23rd April 2023 Highland Pony Quadrille Display Fife Show Saturday 20th May 2023   Balmoral Estate Ride & Stud Visit Weekend of 27th & 28th May 2023 Bookings open on tickettailor.com Camping & stable bookings open on 1st April 2023 Email:…

Open to members, judges and native pony enthusiasts!10am - 4pm Here's a chance to enjoy a terrific day of information on Highland, Fell, Dale, Exmoor and Dartmoor ponies all in the same place! There will be example ponies from each breed and senior breed judges will talk us through the attributes and virtues of each breed type. There will be ample opportunity to answer your questions. This is a free event but it will be necessary to pre-book a place in advance. Please email Chris Grant on

Great news! We are delighted to report that Eilidh Cadden has been appointed to the role of Secretary of the HPS and will start work on Tuesday 14 March 2023. Susie and Eilidh will work together for around three weeks to show Eilidh the ropes. After that period, Susie looks forward to seeing members and friends at the Highland Show and at the Centenary events taking place this year. We'd be very grateful if you could bear with us during the handover period!  

A Fresh Approach to Grass Sickness Research featuring Dr Beth Wells, Principal Researcher, Moredun Research Institute, Pentlands Science Park, Midlothian and Anne Logan MRCVS, an equine specialist veterinary surgeon who has vast experience both with Highland ponies and the treatment of EGS.   In Beth's role as Knowledge Exchange Specialist and Principal Research Scientist at the Moredun Research Institute, she leads a Fellowship project to take a fresh look at the causes and risk factors associated with Equine Grass Sickness, a devastating disease of equines. Her background is in livestock farming and veterinary diagnostics with biological and environmental science so she has a very strong base of knowledge and experience…

The Highland Pony Society and The British Horse Society (Scotland) are honoured to run a fundraising ride as part of the Highland Pony Society Centenary Celebrations at Balmoral Estate on 27 May 2023. Money raised will be split equally between the two charities. We are privileged to be allowed on brand new routes through the 300-year-old pine forest, exploring some of the best vistas on The Royal Estate. There are three routes to choose from: 5km – Cairns and Obelisks A lovely 5km circuit taking in amazing views of Balmoral Estate and Castle with lots of interesting monuments en route. 11km – River Dee and the Woods of Garmaddie Ride on great tracks that are suitable…

As part of the HPS Centenary celebrations, we are delighted that the Highland Pony Society will be holding an extra special Ball in the Ballroom at Blair Castle on Saturday 18 November 2023 from 7.00pm to 12.30hrs. There are only 200 places available so it would be advisable to buy your tickets early. The cost is just £55 per ticket - a real bargain! Payments can be made through the HPS shop or by BACS to the HPS: RBS Sortcode: 83 47 00 and HPS Acct No: 00177837 (reference 'surname, postcode and Ball')   Accommodation Options are given here: athollglens.com (this has all local Blair/Pitlochry/Struan B&B's, Guest Houses, Hotels etc…

Highland Pony Society Centenary Celebrations 2023 As many of you will have heard, 2023 is the Centenary of the Highland Pony Society. We are planning on celebrating this in a variety of ways north and south of the border. One of the activities will be a display at the Royal Highland Show in June and possibly other shows. To make this a success and hopefully an event that will go down in Highland pony history, we need help from members, both with ponies and on the ground. The display follows the story of Tam o’ Shanter – the well -known poem by Robert Burns. It will start with a market…

The 2023 HPS Year Book is being prepared at present! This 128 page, glossy, coloured A5 book comprises essential information alongside interesting articles and features commercial advertisements and also studs from all over the UK and overseas. It is sent free of charge to all current Society members and is available to non-members for just £5.00. There are preferential rates for members of the HPS and a Booking Form for advertising can be downloaded below. Payments should be made by BACS to the HPS: RBS Sortcode: 83 47 00 HPS Acct No: 00177837 (ref: Your surname, postcode &YB23 e.g. 'smith EH959ZZ YB23') There are so many articles of interest in…