- Connemara
- Bay
- Mare
- 4 years
- 14.1 hands
- She is the ideal working hunter type
- Valerie is suitable for a variety of riders
- Valerie is incredibly honest and brave
Valerie – Quality 4-Year-Old 14.1hh Purebred Connemara Mare, Honest & Talented
Meet Valerie, a stunning 4-year-old bay Connemara mare standing at 14.1hh, with all the traditional substance and quality you’d expect from a true Irish-bred pony. With a leg in each corner and a lovely, balanced frame, she is the ideal working hunter type – an excellent mover, straight and correct, and already riding in a soft, consistent outline. Valerie is the sort of pony that turns heads wherever she goes and impresses with both her ability and her temperament.
Valerie is suitable for a variety of riders – from a confident novice to someone looking to produce a top-class competition or working hunter pony. She would make a fantastic mother-daughter share, and she’s kind and uncomplicated enough for a riding school environment, yet talented and forward-thinking enough for a competitive home. She has a genuine nature, takes everything in her stride, and learns quickly.
Under saddle, Valerie is light in the hand, rides with a soft mouth, and naturally works into a lovely outline. She’s forward but always sensible, never strong or silly, and listens well to her rider. She’s well-schooled for her age, with excellent natural balance and rhythm, and she shows real promise for a future in the show ring or eventing world. Her paces are fluid and expressive, making her an ideal candidate for dressage or working hunter classes.
When it comes to jumping, Valerie is incredibly honest and brave. She’s currently jumping courses up to 90cm, showing excellent scope and technique. She has a brave, straightforward approach to fences and is especially keen across country – she loves it! Water, ditches, banks, and fillers are no problem for this little mare. She’s been cross country schooling and behaves like a much older, seasoned pony – brave, clever, and always looking to please.
Valerie is also a joy to hack, both alone and in company. She’s completely reliable in traffic, including farm machinery, and is happy in open spaces without getting silly. She’s easy to catch, shoe, load, and handle in every way.
She’s confident, settled in new places, and always keen to work – a mare who genuinely enjoys her job.
She comes straight from her breeder and is beautifully bred, with full Class 1 Connemara bloodlines. Her sire is Rocklawn Elvis, a proven son of the great Silver Shadow, one of the most sought-after performance Connemara stallions in Europe. Her dam’s side is equally strong, by Starsky, out of a mare by the respected Ganty Blazer – a bloodline known for producing athletic, talented ponies with the best Connemara temperament. With her breeding, conformation, and attitude, Valerie has all the ingredients to make a top-level working hunter, event pony, or all-round star.
Transport to the UK is included in the price, and we’re happy to offer an exchange if you’re not completely satisfied – although we doubt you’ll want to part with her once you meet her.
Have a look at her videos, For more information contact Gerty at 00353 86 807 7626 or email gertytynan@gmail.com.
Valerie is a rare find – a true Connemara with talent, temperament, and traditional looks. She’s ready to shine in the right hands – don’t miss your chance to make her yours.