- Irish Sports Horse
- Black
- Mare
- 6 years
- 16.1 hands
- The Ultimate Irish Sport Horse Mare for Dressage, eventing or Showjumping
- she has done a wide range of activities, including hunting, hunter trials, unaffiliated competitions
- Queenie has all the ingredients to shine
QUEENIE – The Ultimate Irish Sport Horse Mare for Dressage, eventing or Showjumping
Standing at 16.1hh, Queenie is a striking six-year-old black Irish Sport Horse mare with the kind of presence that turns heads wherever she goes.Her breeding combines the best of Irish Draught substance with the lighter blood of the modern sport horse, producing a mare that’s both brave and clever, forward-thinking yet completely sane – a golden mix for any rider wanting a genuine all-rounder with scope, quality and kindness.Shes out of a proper traditional Irish Sport Horse mare by the renowned Irish Draught sire Flagmount King, Queenie boasts bloodlines that are steeped in performance and good sense. She is by the sought-after stallion Spirit House, and
She’s the very picture of traditional Irish breeding – substantial yet elegant, with bone in all the right places, a kind and intelligent eye, and that rare mix of athleticism and trainability that’s becoming harder to find. A real model of her type, Queenie has been blessed with textbook conformation, a gleaming dark coat, and a temperament to die for.
She would be a dream horse for a teenager wanting to move up the levels, a mother-daughter share, a top-end riding school or training centre looking for a quality schoolmaster-type, or even a competitive amateur home wanting a ready-made partner to get out and go with. She has no stable vices, is sound and open to any vetting.
We purchased Queenie from her breeder, she has done a wide range of activities, including hunting, charity rides, unaffiliated competitions and hunter trials. She has seen a bit of everything, and that foundation has clearly given her a steady and well-rounded outlook. She is taking everything in her stride – she is a pleasure in every way, a level-headed, adaptable, and generous horse, ready to crack on with any job asked of her.
Queenie is utterly quiet in every way. She’s quiet to handle both in and out of the stable – you can shoe her, load her, catch her from the field with no fuss at all. She hacks out confidently, alone or in company, and is good with all manner of traffic, including tractors and lorries. She doesn’t stress in new environments, settles straight in, and always shows up ready to work. She is a genuine people-pleaser – always trying her best, always with her ears forward, always a kind soul to have around.
On the flat, Queenie is a delight. She is beautifully schooled with a soft, natural outline and obedient to the aids. Her three paces are balanced and expressive: a rhythmical walk, an elevated, floating trot that’s a joy to sit to, and a naturally uphill, balanced canter with real cadence. She offers an easy ride to any level of rider – responsive yet relaxed, never sharp, never tense. She’s currently being ridden by a petite young girl, showcasing just how rideable she is, even for those stepping up from ponies or needing a confidence-giving partner to develop with.
Her presence, rideability, and natural movement will make her stand out in any dressage arena — she’s the type of horse who draws the judge’s eye the moment she enters at A. Whether you’re looking to produce a test-ready dressage partner or want something with enough quality to develop up the levels, Queenie has all the ingredients to shine.
When it comes to jumping, Queenie is nothing short of exceptional. She is careful, brave and always wants to get to the other side. She’s jumped up to 1.15m here with plenty more in the tank, making her an ideal candidate for Riding Club or Pony Club teams, or even for someone looking to go affiliated and climb the levels with a solid, trustworthy horse underneath them. She gives her rider a fantastic feeling into a fence – rhythmical, straight and steady without rushing or pulling – and she has that golden quality of being able to get herself out of trouble if the stride’s not quite right. She’s forgiving and reliable, making her a real confidence builder for someone wanting to learn or progress.
Take her across the country and she comes into her own even more. Queenie lives for cross-country – brave, straight and honest as the day is long. She’s schooled over a variety of tracks and fences, including ditches, water, steps, skinnies and combinations. She locks on, listens, and sails over without hesitation. She doesn’t get silly or strong and is always rideable between the fences – an absolute machine in the field, but always in control. She’s the sort that makes you smile from start box to finish flags.
But Queenie isn’t just an athlete – she’s a true lady, too. She has the sweetest nature you could hope for in a horse. She’s affectionate, loves fuss and attention, and has a calming energy that makes her a joy to be around. She’s a horse that greets you at the stable door with a nicker, stands like a rock for grooming and tacking up, and simply makes life easier with her good manners and willing attitude.
We are so confident in Queenie’s temperament and quality that we are offering delivery to your yard anywhere in the UK, and we’ll even consider exchange if she’s not the right fit for you. Horses like her don’t come around often – genuine, talented, beautiful and safe. She is the full package, and she’s ready to make someone’s dreams come true.
Scroll down to watch her video – it says more than words ever could.
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