Long may this lovely autumn weather last! 🍂#008
Hopefully you're all enjoying this lovely autumn weather we're having in Wales and getting out and about with your horses. 🍂
Congratulations to all the Welsh competitors who brought home ribbons from HOYS! There's plenty of equestrian news, events, properties, jobs and more in this week's round-up.
📰 News
🐎 Riding centre wins the right to keep its menage – Nolton Haven Riding Centre can now retain its outdoor menage after gaining approval from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park planners.
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🌟 Small but mighty at HOYS – Welsh Section A stallion Heniarth Sh-Boom proved size doesn’t matter by taking the Price Family Supreme In-Hand Championship at the Horse of the Year Show.
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🚁 Drone footage tracks decline in free-roaming ponies – New images from World Horse Welfare confirm numbers on Welsh commons have fallen to 182 ponies, down from 250 earlier this year.
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🗺️ Carmarthenshire approves equestrian access strategy – Plans to improve bridleway connectivity and access for riders across the county have been officially backed.
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🏆 Welsh riders shine at the British Showjumping Awards Ball – Fantastic results for Welsh riders recognised at this year’s gala event.
All the winners →
📅 Diary dates
🎠 Royal Welsh Winter Fair – The RWAS Winter Fair is fast approaching. Check out all the equine schedules, competitions and attractions.
Event details →
🏇 British Showjumping in Wales – Upcoming BS shows are running at Beacons and Ponderosa Equestrian Centres.
Full schedule →
🎓 New BS venue at Gwent Coleg’s Usk Campus – Exciting news for South Wales riders as affiliated showjumping comes to Usk. The next shows are on 9 November and 14 December.
More info →
🐴 Other interesting titbits
🏡 Dream equestrian property – This stunning luxury home comes with 7.5 acres and a multipurpose barn built for equestrian use.
Take a look →
🌳 Equestrian home near Llandeilo – A charming 19-acre holding ideal for horses and countryside living.
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💼 Top job this week – Clyne Farm Centre, Swansea, is seeking an experienced Stable Manager to lead the team and oversee horse care. Instructor positions are also open.
Apply here →