The anniversary event brought together breeders, exhibitors and enthusiasts to celebrate 125 years of the Welsh Pony & Cob Society and the continued success of the Welsh breeds.

Spectators were treated to an incredible four days of horse classes, culminating in the competition for the sought-after title of Royal Welsh Supreme Horse Champion, which went to a Section D Welsh Cob brood mare, Glyncoch Capoeira, bred and exhibited by the Glyncoch Stud.

The escorted procession into the main ring is expected to be a standout moment of this year’s show, bringing together emergency services, industry partners and the equestrian community to highlight a simple but critical message: pass horses slowly and with care.

Here are some of the venues and organisations who have announced they are restricting activities in response to the outbreak across south west Wales:

Cambrian Training Company is not only sponsoring the event but hopes to have staff taking part.

“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.