• Connemara
• Bay
• Mare
• 5 years
• 14.2 hands

• 14.2hh Class 1 Purebred Connemara Mare – The Ultimate All-Rounder
• kind eye, neat conformation, and genuine nature
• Belle is as super quiet and straightforward as they come

“Belle” – 14.2hh Class 1 Purebred Connemara Mare – The Ultimate All-Rounder 

Introducing Belle, our beautiful 5-year-old bay Connemara mare standing at a perfect 14.2hh. A fully registered Class 1 Connemara, Belle is the epitome of what the breed stands for—versatility, temperament, talent, and that ever-desirable willing heart. With her kind eye, neat conformation, and genuine nature, Belle truly is the full package for anyone looking for a confidence-giving, fun, and fuss-free partner.

Belle is as super quiet and straightforward as they come. She has a temperament to die for—easy-going, honest, and never sharp or silly. She is a real sweetheart to have on the yard, and just as much of a gem under saddle. Whether she’s schooling, hacking, or out competing, she is always happy to do what’s asked of her, with a gentle, willing nature that makes her an absolute pleasure to ride. Belle goes sweetly in a soft snaffle contact, working in a natural outline with no pulling, no resistance, and absolutely no nonsense.

She’s the kind of mare that gives her rider a lovely feel, whether they’re a nervous novice or a confident teen. Belle would suit a range of homes—she’d be an ideal match for a mother-daughter share, a Pony Club family, or even a riding school looking for a safe, enjoyable ride for their clients. She’s forgiving, consistent, and always does her best to look after her jockey.

Belle has already turned heads in the ring, having competed in working hunter classes and unaffiliated showjumping, where she showed her scope, rideability and her classy way of going. She’s incredibly careful over a fence—she doesn’t want to touch a pole—and is very quiet to a fence, giving her rider all the confidence in the world to pop around a course. She’s got the makings of a cracking grassroots pony for someone who wants to go out and enjoy their riding without drama.

She’s also been ridden on the beach, where she behaved impeccably, and she hacks out both alone and in company without issue. Belle is well used to traffic and isn’t fazed by farm machinery, dogs, cyclists, or any of the usual countryside chaos. She takes everything in her stride and never gets hot-headed or spooky.

With three lovely, balanced paces, Belle works beautifully on the flat with a soft, floating trot and a rhythmical canter. She’s straight-moving, sound, and correct, with clean legs and no blemishes. She’s an ideal step up for a child coming off a smaller pony or a perfect confidence giver for someone who needs a steady hand (or hoof!) as they build up experience.

Belle has full recorded breeding, her sire is Newtown Rebel, her dam is by Murvey Rebel x Ardravinna Andy.

On the ground, she’s just as easy—Belle is straightforward to shoe, box, catch, groom, and handle in all ways. She has no stable vices, is good to load and travel, and she stands politely for the farrier. She is open to any vetting or inspection, and we are confident she will pass with flying colours.

To make things even easier, delivery to your yard in the UK is included in the price, and we offer an exchange if you’re not 100% happy—although we’re sure once you meet Belle, you won’t want to let her go.

This is a rare chance to own a truly top-class Connemara mare with all the talent and temperament in the world. If you’re looking for a reliable, kind, and capable partner to enjoy—whether that’s hacking, showing, jumping, or just plodding around with a smile—Belle is your girl.

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• Connemara
• Bay
• Mare
• 8 years
• 14.2 hands

• A truly captivating schoolmistress whose presence alone turns heads
• Exceptionally elegant and strikingly typey
• Annie has proven herself across multiple disciplines

INTRODUCING ANNIE – YOUR NEXT FOREVER SCHOOLMASTER

Beautiful, brave, and bursting with Connemara charisma—meet Annie, a gorgeous 8 year old purebred Connemara bay mare, a truly captivating schoolmaster whose presence alone turns heads. Exceptionally elegant and strikingly typey, she embodies everything one hopes for in a show-stopping Connemara mare.

Despite her regal looks, Annie is a heartwarming partner to handle. Riders new to schooling adore her, and her kind, patient nature makes her a dream for development. She’s calm, cooperative, and always keen to please, never ripe for drama or fuss—she simply doesn’t want to put a foot wrong.

Annie has proven herself across multiple disciplines. She’s competed confidently in working hunter classes and unaffiliated showjumping, showing admirable poise and capability. She’s equally at ease out on the open road, happily hacking alone or in company. She’s even enjoyed jaunts to the beach, breezing through waves with a calm confidence that speaks volumes about her character.

Her pedigree is nothing short of impressive. She is by Banagher de Bergeron, a Connemara stallion whose lines include Poetic Justice, a licensed Connemara stallion born in 1988 by Ballydonagh Cassanova out of Gloves Misty. Poetic Justice competed in showjumping up to 140cm against horses and became a popular sire of performance ponies—with several of his progeny representing at European Championships. 

On her dam side, Annie descends from Calla Boy, another influential Connemara stallion (born circa 1976, grey), sired by Dun Aengus and out of Sliabh na mBan II. Stallions like Calla Boy’s descendants, such as Mulroy Bay, trace lineage back to this line—valuable for preserving genetic diversity. 

Collectively, Annie carries bloodlines steeped in athleticism, classic type, and trustworthy temperaments—a legacy of Connemara excellence.

Annie comes fully vetted, with a recently passed five-stage vetting and is open to any re-vetting for your peace of mind. She’s sound, healthy, honest, and ready to step into a new chapter with a rider or family that values quality, consistency, and affection.

Adding that final touch of reassurance, the price includes delivery to your yard anywhere in the UK—and if for any reason you’re not completely happy once you meet her, I offer an exchange to ensure you’re entirely satisfied.

Scroll down to watch her video, and see for yourself how gracefully she moves, how softly she packs, and how effortlessly she adapts. Annie isn’t just a pony; she’s a companion for growth, learning, and lifelong partnership.

To talk more, call anytime on +353 86 807 7626, or email me at gertytynan@gmail.com. Annie is ready for her next chapter—perhaps with you?

• If you think your equine has what it takes, please contact one of the groups below

One of the main issues that RDA groups face is finding an Equine to suit the needs of the participants in their group.

We are regularly contacted with offers of Equines that are ‘the ideal RDA horse or pony’ when actually what is ideal for one group may not be for the next. We are trying to move away from the stereotypical view that RDA Equines are elderly and somewhat static, our horses and ponies need to be fit, healthy and athletic to cope with the lifestyle in an RDA group.

They can range from smaller, forward going ponies to weight carrying cobs and can take part in a range of disciplines from Riding to Carriage Driving, Vaulting to Show Jumping and Endurance.

If you contact an RDA Group about your Equine please be prepared to fill in an Equine Initial Interest Form which will ask you many questions about your horses’ temperament, health history, experience and lifestyle. Many groups will prefer to have an equine on trial to make sure they are suitable for the job.

For long term loans and purchases they will also be required to have a Pre-Purchase Examination.

If you think your equine has what it takes, please contact one of the groups below. 

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Garioch Carriage Driving for Disabled RDA Group are looking for 15hh ride and drive cob gelding 4/5 years old
Safe ride and drive, no vices, well mannered, good to catch, load, travel, shoe and clip.
Please call Alan 07934 962702 or on WhatsApp if you have available.

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RDA National Training Centre in Warwickshire
Please contact Charlotte Williams cw.lowlands@rda.org.uk

Looking to loan or potentially purchase a 17hh and a 14.2-15-2hh equine for use at the RDA National Training Centre in Warwickshire. Will be used for RDA sessions, hacks, training days, competitions and commercial activity. Must be sane with a good trainable temperament and able to pass a minimum of a two-stage vetting. At RDA NTC equine welfare is our top priority with equines having a varied lifestyle, regular visits from healthcare professionals with loan agreements in place where applicable.

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Gaddesden Place RDA 
If you know of a horse that might be suitable please call Louise on 01442 246924 or 07445 292680
Email centremanager@gaddesdenplacerda.org.uk

Age 10+ yrs. Height 15.2 – 15.3hh, Weight Carrier - Geldings only
Comfortable on and off a lead rein
For RDA work so 100% bombproof
Well schooled and balanced
Patient when mounting
Trial period preferred - Loan or buy.

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Saxon Group RDA, based in Wiltshire
Please contact Jo on 07397572294 or jorutherford55@gmail.com

Must be at least 5 years old and 15.1hh or larger. Soundness and temperament most important, we are happy to do any necessary schooling and training with the right horse so being green is not an issue. Must be good to handle on the ground.
The horse will preferably have a good walk for our graded independent riders. Great, knowledgable, 5* home offered within Riding school.
Herd turnout, with stabling possible. Lots of interesting and varied work including dressage competitions and fun rides,  not just plodding round on a lead rein! Ideally close to Wiltshire, bit willing to travel to view if not too far away.
Trial period a bonus.

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MAGPIE CENTRE, WEST NORFOLK GROUP RDA
magpiecentrewnrda@hotmail.co.uk 01553 810202

15-15.3hh Ride and Drive
Must be over 5yrs old, preferably under 12yrs old.
Looking to purchase, but happy to loan. (We have a healthy budget.)
Must be open to a vetting.
We are a RDA centre, based near Downham Market in Norfolk

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WYFOLD RIDING FOR THE DISABLED
If you can help, please call Pippa Hughes 07710 556468

Looking for a people friendly cob, 14.2hh - 14.3hh ride and drive
8 - 12 years old, ideally with a couple of good years driving experience
In return we can offer a 5* home with excellent facilities

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PENNIWELLS RDA CENTRE, HERTS.
CONTACT - penniwellsrda@outlook.com

1x 15.2hh Irish Draught 8yrs upwards for our taller riders to enjoy in walk, trot and canter - able to compete in RDA dressage at all levels. Jumping for fun would also be a bonus. 

15hh connemara x irish type - Kind and caring for our more disabled riders to enjoy - must like people and happy to have people walking by the side to help the riders. 

Also Grade 3 para horse required - 15.2 - 16hh working at elementary/ medium level with proven competition experience and safety. Good Budget available. 

Full time RDA centre offering a 5* home with plenty of variety. 

Trial preferred but not essential. 

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Herefordshire RDA
Please contact us on 01432 870 831 or email admin@rdahereford.org for further detail

We are looking for 15-15.2hh weight carriers. Mares or geldings. Aged between 5-12 years old
Fit & well, with a calm/ laid back manner and good with people
Good to handle on the ground and happy to stand still whilst mounting and dismounting.
An all-rounder, good in the school and hacking in open spaces
Must be open to vetting 
5* home, professional yard awaiting

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SOUTH BUCKS RDA CENTRE – 2 x HORSES WANTED
CONTACT: Di Redfern on 07798 893489 or di.redfern@southbucksrda.org

2 X 15.2hh Cobs - 5 – 15yrs
Safe ride with good/sensible temperament - Walk, Trot, Canter, Jump, Hack, Lead-Rein.
To buy, loan or gift - Must be open to vetting.
5* home awaits at a yard that has produced four different Paralympic, World and European Medallists.
Neighbouring Counties to Bucks only please.

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RDA CENTRE BASED AT AVON RIDING CENTRE 
CONTACT: Sammy on 07786734099 or stablemanager@avonridingcentre.org.uk

Looking for 2 X 15hh+ Horses to join our herd! Ideal horses will be:
~An all rounder, good out hacking including open fields
~ Have a great temperamentand be able to cope with varied schedule of RDA/ riding school/ hacking (different abilities) 
Must be open to vetting- loving home waiting 

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RDA CENTRE BASED IN BRENTWOOD ESSEX LOOKING FOR THAT PERFECT UNFLAPPABLE PONY / HORSE
CONTACT - reach.hippotherapy@gmail.com 07931 688590 

Ideal requirements:

14hh - 15.2hh ~  Can hold a small adult or a child
~Been there and done it type ~ At least 5 years old
~Able to stand and wait patiently for mounting and dismounting. 
~Good brakes/go off the leg.  ~No spooking. 
~Be happy to be led and have people by their side when ridden.  ~No vices.
~Not phased by mounted games equipment
 ~Safe in all traffic
They get a varied life with lovely hacking nearby and lots of chances to go out and have fun. 

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HORSLEY, BOOKHAM & LEATHERHEAD RDA
CONTACT - Email barry.tregaskis@gmail.com or call 07938 209691

We are looking for suitable ponies and horse/cobs to join us at our fantastic yard in Surrey.
(Purchases and long term loans will require an examination).
At least 6 years old. No vices.
Kind and patient on the ground and for mounting and dismounting.
Good on lead rein and not phased by sudden noises.
Reliable and safe out hacking.
12hh - 14.2hh ponies
14.3hh - 15.2hh weight bearing horses/cobs

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Have you got a ‘nearly saint’ who could enable our RDA Carriage Driving participants to realise their ambitions?

Contact Eileen Cornish, RDA Carriage Driving Lead on 07833 712133 or cdlead.rda@outlook.com

Groups all over the UK are desperately seeking ponies and horses who are already broken to drive. 

Aged over 6 up to mid-teens. 12. 2. to 15.2.

Good, solid, cob types or lighter-bodied equines - happy to stand still, tolerate people around them, and will maintain a steady walk and trot on tracks, roads, and in arenas.

Excellent homes assured with knowledgeable owners and steady work.

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Barrow Farm RDA, based in Chelmsford, Essex

Contact:  01277 822927 or sally@barrowfarmrda.org.uk

15hh weight carrier type

Between 8 - 14 years

Responsive but not sharp

Good to do in all ways.

5* home waiting with knowledgable staff who work with the horses welfare as their top priority.