“We don’t know who he belongs to so we’re issuing an appeal to help with enquiries. We’d also like to thank those members of the public who have called this in and we hope this pony will be able to make a full recovery.”

This means 16 out of the 22 local authorities in Wales have taken RSPCA-backed action on this important issue.

The Supreme Horse Champion title was awarded to ‘Llanmorlais Buster’, a Section D yearling colt exhibited by Mark Swistun, Swansea.

The pony’s hooves were overgrown and beginning to curl upward, forcing him to walk at an awkward angle.

A 20-year-old rider from North Wales is starring in an equestrian reality TV show with her horse.

Six equines were found in such poor health that they were all later put to sleep to end their suffering.

Heavy horses and miniature horses will be among the stars of the show this year.

The British Horse Society offers lots of sound advice for horse owners on Bonfire Night.

‘We are confident that showjumping at Usk will prove to be a popular option for riders.’

The Royal Welsh Winter Fair is fast approaching, to be held at the showground in Llanelwedd.

A top event in the spring show calendar in Wales has been axed - but the equine section may get an event of its own.

There was huge disappointment at Defender Burghley Horse Trials this weekend for Flintshire-based eventer Emily King and her top horse, Valmy Biats, as they failed to capitalise on an excellent dressage score and achieve the result Emily "knows he’s capable of obtaining".

Dyfed Shire Horse Farm will host a visit from the Household Cavalry when homebred shires Drum Horse Major Apollo and Drum Horse Major Juno will be on parade.

HERE are the top winners and placings in the equine sections of the Royal Welsh Show last week. Huge congratulations to everyone in the ribbons.

The 2025 Royal Welsh Show has drawn to a triumphant close after four days of record-breaking crowds, and the very best of Welsh equestrianism on show at the showground in Llanelwedd.

Clunes is a passionate advocate for the equestrian community. Since becoming President of the BHS) in 2011, he has been a dedicated champion of horse welfare, rider safety and equestrian access.

“She’s nice and quick and a real winner, and this was great fun – I’m thrilled to be here”

A Falklands War veteran with PTSD who found solace in horses has now brought equine therapy to other veterans in the Rhondda Valley.

A Senedd member has said any attempts to ban horseracing must be resisted, after the Welsh Government announced plans to ban greyhound racing earlier this year. 

Horses nuzzling each other. Image iStock