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Seeking a talented horse or pony to loan


Ref #: 403908
  • 14 year old competitive jockey
  • Passion for Show Jumping
  • Short term Summer Loan or Long Term Competition Home Offered
  • 14 year old competitive jockey
  • Passion for Show Jumping
  • Short term Summer Loan or Long Term Competition Home Offered
I am seeking a talented horse or pony to loan for my 14 year old daughter due to the long term injury of her 16hh horse, therefor my funds are tied up with this unforeseen and upsetting situation.

Her passion and love is within Show jumping where she has competed up to 90cm unaffiliated and 1'10 under instruction.
We offer a varied all rounder home, on a private yard with school, individual turn out, great hacking and access to the moors. 3.5t spacious horse box, 3 very local competition venues right on our doorstep and a fantastic coach who teaches us both. Active pony club member, who has competed up to regional champ level and recently qualified for the barrier animal health champs, however decided to pass down to another member as she secured a ride on someone else's horse for the day!

Not your average teen rider! Along side myself, she schools people's ponies locally and is paid to do so, often being asked to ride difficult ponies, she is offered competitive rides often, which is great as she can earn some money and gain lots of experience riding different horses, often only riding them for the first time on the day in the warm up! But its not quite the same as having a number 1 to love, groom and ride.

She has been producing ponies with me for the past 3 years, backing, schooling and competing, often riding my 16'2 Dutch warmblood mare, whilst retraining her OTTB, said horse is very highly strung and complexed without the now long term injury. She transitioned to horses 1.5 years ago with ease having had a very successful 2 years on her 14'2 and various smaller ponies previously who were either backed or produced to well schooled allrounders, sold to fund the next height.

She has the ability to get on most horses/ponies and work them out for the first time, getting results and harmony quickly. She has an excellent seat and balance, has been taught to ride from the seat rather than the hand, very good hands and also to ride and hold forward horses/ponies to a fence.

We are very open to young and green providing the talent is there and it wants to jump, equally it would be lovely to have something established as we have never had the luxury of having something ready made!

Would consider going BS in the future, but this is absolutely not essential and would only affiliate when the right partnership is formed.

Open to full up 14'2 pony or up to 16'2 horse, as she is 5’4 and still growing, something easy to handle on the ground is a must however we don't mind quirks and spice under saddle just nothing nasty or dangerous.

Will consider short term summer loan or a special long term option!

Might be situation where someone is going off to uni, injured or time and facility restrictions means you have something talented that needs to get out and about ready to to be sold or something you are looking to be competed at a decent level longer term. Jockey is available now and keen to have a season of competing, has a reserve camp space in August at Pontispool where she will have to steal my horse if she doesn't have one!

Many references can be provided, we offer a knowledgeable and experienced home where I can assist with schooling and riding as a mother daughter duo, but the main rider competing is my daughter.

First pony wanted


Ref #: 401850
  • Super safe, calm and experienced pony wanted 13hh- 14.2hh
  • Dream pony required
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  • Super safe, calm and experienced pony wanted 13hh- 14.2hh
  • Dream pony required

We are looking for a very experienced and safe pony. 13hh -14.2.

My daughters are learning to ride and are beginners, so we need a pony that will take great care of them and show them the ropes.

We have so much love and attention to give this pony. This pony will not want for anything.

Very good budget for the right pony. Willing to pay what it takes for a safe superstar, dream pony.

Will be stabled at a high end livery with professional support and training in place.

Willing to travel for the right pony.


Looking for confidence giving first ridden 12hh to 12.2 to join our family


Ref #: 402994
  • First ridden to join our family
  • 12hh - 12.2hh
  • Doesn’t matter the age as long as safe
  • First ridden to join our family
  • 12hh - 12.2hh
  • Doesn’t matter the age as long as safe

We are looking for a first ridden to join our family for the long term and join our 3 other geldings. Preferably a gelding but if the perfect mare came along would definitely consider it.

My son who is 6 is just coming off the lead rope and loves riding as well as looking after a pony. He doesn’t need speed yet (thankfully) more laid back but not dead to the leg. The relationship on the ground is so important to him too as he spends his spare time on the ground with the ponies. So a pony that likes to be pampered and is polite.

He will do starter pony camp this year, he has a fantastic teacher who comes to our home.

Ideally no lami or sweet itch

Doesn’t matter the age as long as safe, will give confidence to my son to continue his riding journey and loves to be loved.

Price negotiable depending on right pony and very happy to travel


WANTED - Lead rein / First Ridden Pony for Pony mad 6 year old


Ref #: 403403
  • 11hh - 12.2hh first ridden confidence giving pony
  • Aged 7 onwards
  • Loving, knowledgeable home awaits
  • 11hh - 12.2hh first ridden confidence giving pony
  • Aged 7 onwards
  • Loving, knowledgeable home awaits

We are looking for a safe , experienced pony to help teach my Granddaughter to learn to ride, come off the lead rein and ride out with her friends.

She presently has a 9hh Shetland on loan but really needs a bigger pony to be more independent.

Needs to be very good with all traffic as we have a farm, safe ridden out in open spaces and good to clip, load and be handled by little people. Would be with us for a long time and we have a 1 year old too

Based in Worcestershire and would travel up to 2 hours away to find our little unicorn.


LR/FR pony required with impeccable manners


Ref #: 401353
  • Safe for first time jockey
  • Enjoys being fussed and groomed by children
  • Won’t mind not being ridden every day
  • Safe for first time jockey
  • Enjoys being fussed and groomed by children
  • Won’t mind not being ridden every day

Looking for an older pony not exceeding 11.3h suitable for a young jockey just starting to learn to ride and be around horses.

Must be completely reliable, safe and kind hearted. Initially for lead rein, but must be suitable for first ridden also.

Will be living with two geldings but will have own stable. Must be happy to be out at night.

Experienced pony club home, but now moving on to grandchildren who live nearby.


Wanted genuine, safe horse for 10*, knowledgeable, forever home


Ref #: 403610
  • 10* forever home on a beautiful private gated estate in Central Scotland
  • Mare or gelding aged between 5 and 12 years, 15.2hh plus
  • 10* forever home on a beautiful private gated estate in Central Scotland
  • Mare or gelding aged between 5 and 12 years, 15.2hh plus

I am looking for a genuine horse to offer a 10* forever home on a beautiful private gated estate in Central Scotland, with excellent stabling, grazing, and endless hacking. This horse will join my much-loved horse of 20 years, along with my hunter who has sadly been prematurely medically retired, so a knowledgeable, caring, and experienced home is guaranteed.

References can happily be provided.

I am ideally looking for a mare or gelding aged between 5 and 12 years, 15.2hh plus, and no greys, cobs, or arabs please. I have extensive hacking, so must be good in traffic, non-spooky and no nappers, buckers, rearers please. I like really forward going horses, so something that is forward thinking and well-schooled would be ideal

Temperament is very important, so the horse must be kind and easy to handle on the ground and good to clip, shoe, catch, and load. I am looking for a horse with a nice attitude and willing nature, that is straightforward to work with and enjoys its job. I do not jump, so it does not matter whether the horse jumps or not.

I have previously competed in RIHS and HOYS qualifiers and so would like something smart and mannerly that will go in a nice outline. I do not mind a horse that has been retired from the show ring and looking for a quieter life or a change of direction. Happy for superficial blemishes but no health conditions/previous injuries please.

Any potential horse will need to pass a vetting and must have no stable vices - no cribbers/windsuckers please!

Based in central Scotland so sensible distances please but willing to travel for the right horse.

Please email in the first instance with full details and photos would be a plus.

As I do not sell on, no silly prices please.


COULD YOUR HORSE BECOME AN RDA SUPERSTAR?


Ref #: 400401
  • Do you have an equine with a golden temperament, a willing attitude, and a love of people?
  • Many RDA groups throughout the UK are currently searching for suitable horses and ponies of various sizes, ages and abilities.
  • Do you have an equine with a golden temperament, a willing attitude, and a love of people?
  • Many RDA groups throughout the UK are currently searching for suitable horses and ponies of various sizes, ages and abilities.

RDA Groups Across the UK Are Seeking Exceptional Equines!

Each offers a 5* welfare-focused home, professional care, and a role helping disabled children and adults experience the joy and benefits of equines.

Our equines are fit, responsive, healthy and athletic — taking part in a wide range of exciting activities:

  • Riding
  • Carriage Driving
  • Vaulting
  • Show Jumping
  • Endurance
  • … and more!

From smaller, forward-going ponies to strong, weight-carrying cobs — RDA groups need equines of all types, sizes and abilities. 

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WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

  • Calm, sensible and people-friendly horses
  • Sound and healthy equines able to adapt to a varied lifestyle
  • Horses happy in the school, hacking, or working in open spaces
  • Animals comfortable with different handlers and occasional mobility aids
  • Steady temperaments but with enough athletic ability to stay fit and engaged

Each RDA group has their own needs, but temperament and trainability always come first. All the equines undergo a Pre-Purchase Examination.

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READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

If you think your equine has what it takes to become part of an RDA team, we’d love to hear from you! 

Find or Contact your local RDA group today

Find your nearest group at: www.rda.org.uk


Wanted for The Diamond Centre for Disabled Riders


Ref #: 400714
  • The Diamond Centre for Disabled Riders
  • 13.1hh – 16hh
  • All types and breeds considered
  • The Diamond Centre for Disabled Riders
  • 13.1hh – 16hh
  • All types and breeds considered

“The Diamond Centre for Disabled Riders, based in Surrey, is looking for a kind, genuine horse, or pony to join our established Riding for the Disabled programme.

  • 13.1hh – 16hh
  • All types and breeds considered
  • Good ground manners, laid back types
  • Veterans very welcome
  • Also happy to consider ones that are a little green.

We pride ourselves on excellent welfare standards and follow the 3 F’s – Forage, Freedom and Friends. Our horses enjoy ad-lib forage, appropriate turnout, and the companionship of a settled herd, alongside calm, consistent handling.

Our horses are carefully managed, worked sympathetically, and are part of a very knowledgeable, welfare-focused team. We offer a secure, long-term home where each horse’s wellbeing comes first.

Call 07752 405553 or email maz.ray@diamondcentre.org.uk


Absolutely top class 128cm or FR Show Pony


Ref #: 403384
  • Ideally for 2026 qualifiers
  • Excellent movement a must
  • Under 10 years old
  • Ideally for 2026 qualifiers
  • Excellent movement a must
  • Under 10 years old

Looking for absolutely top class 128cm or FR show pony, ideally ready for this years qualifiers.

However novices or unbroken pony considered if temperament is quiet and straight forward.

Solid and coloureds considered
Partbred Arab a bonus


148 PLAITED SHOW PONY WANTED


Ref #: 400638
  • -seeking a quality show pony
  • -have an incredibly knowledgeable support team behind me
  • -open to things that need slightly bringing on
  • -seeking a quality show pony
  • -have an incredibly knowledgeable support team behind me
  • -open to things that need slightly bringing on

15yo rider (5’6) seeking a quality 148 plaited show pony for the upcoming season, with ambitions to compete at county level including HOYS, RIHS ect.

Looking for a genuine, established pony with excellent manners and ring experience (doesn’t have to be hoys qualified ect). Seeking a straightforward, rideable pony — no sharp or nervous types — while still having the quality to be competitive.

Rider has a solid flatwork background with dressage experience and a knowledgeable, supportive team in place.

5 *experienced home
- Serious enquiries only
- Please message with anything suitable

Keen to find the right one to produce and enjoy!


WANTED 13.2 -14.2 BOMBPROOF , EASY FAMILY PONY


Ref #: 403324
  • Must enjoy hacking anywhere and everywhere both alone and in company
  • Safety, kindness and willingness more important than star quality!
  • 7- 18 years
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  • Must enjoy hacking anywhere and everywhere both alone and in company
  • Safety, kindness and willingness more important than star quality!
  • 7- 18 years
We don't want a superstar or a rosette machine but a very safe, willing family pony / cob to hack and do low key Riding club activities with lightweight adult lady rider.Must be a genuinely kind character , excellent when meeting big farm traffic, other ponies , cattle, sheep etc and in open spaces, and must remain sensible and steady when ridden with others.

Must be sound to hack but minor veterinary problems can be managed. The ability to jump a very small course of jumps and compete in unaffiliated dressage would be a bonus but not a priority.

We have a sensible budget, an offer a loving, experienced long term home with us on our own yard, equine company ,stabling and all year turnout as required.

The pony will want for nothing. Please WhatsApp with brief details and price, location etc if you have a pony that ticks every box and I will get back to you. Ideally 60 mile radius of Chester butt willing to travel for something special!

Wanted top class show pony on loan


Ref #: 403255

Looking for a 12.2hh/128cm show pony on loan, would also consider a show hunter pony, for a kind, confident and competent 10 year old girl.

Must be quality enough for top level showing, don't mind young or a bit cheeky but nothing that's going to kill her off please

She has lovely hands and a decent seat and years of showing experience at a high level, but most of all Absolutely worships her ponies!

Can provide lots of references

Pony would want for nothing and be cared for by her very knowledgeable/ experienced mum who still Competes herself and has ridden at Rihs/hoys multiple times.

The pony would also be based on the yard of a multi listed panel judge.

Can provide many pictures of current ponies.


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WANTED - Fun all rounder


Ref #: 402509
  • Experienced home on farm awaits with lightweight adult rider
  • I’m searching for a best friend with a safe, fun attitude to life
  • Gelding preferred (due to 2 mares on had already)
SOLD! (Vetting pending) pony found - thank you to so many people for reaching out. I tried to respond to as many as possible. Good luck finding new homes for some super horses and ponies
  • Experienced home on farm awaits with lightweight adult rider
  • I’m searching for a best friend with a safe, fun attitude to life
  • Gelding preferred (due to 2 mares on had already)
I’m on the lookout for a fun but safe set of hooves, ideally fitting the following criteria:
• 148-158cm
• gelding
• under 15 years (this is non-negotiable)
• must travel on a trailer
• must hack alone and in company without major quirks inc. napping and bucking
• must be a nice person to handle, no kickers
• horses with veterinary history considered with full disclosure, but no rehab projects
• bonus if they already know how to ride and lead (I have small children)
• something that doesn’t need riding every day and wouldn’t mind a break of up to a week between riding when necessary (I’m a nurse and work shifts)
• able to turnout in a mixed herd (1 other gelding and 1 mare, next to another mixed herd of 3)

In return I can offer:
• experienced (lifelong pony/horse owner) home
• daily turnout come rain or snow
• reasonably competent riding! I’ve previously competed at BE Novice and done lots of BD but have ridden very little in past 18 months
• I have a soft spot for thoroughbreds, but would prefer them to have some life experience outside of racing
• ideally I’d like to do some BD, some low level jumping clinics (90 ish) and lots of hacking. If I haven’t lost my nerve then maybe some low-level BS and BE
• I’m 5’3” and pretty consistently about 55-56kgs so ponies are welcome
• my horses are looked after to very high standards and want for nothing

Please send asking price along with initial information. Realistic budget available.
I’m based in Cambridgeshire but willing to travel for the right horse/pony

(Picture of my previous unicorn for interest and proof of previous riding ability!)

Zoë Arkell - Pony Search Agent


Ref #: 402560
  • Actively looking for the best Pony Club ponies
  • Some fabulous knowledgeable homes waiting
  • No fees for sellers
  • Actively looking for the best Pony Club ponies
  • Some fabulous knowledgeable homes waiting
  • No fees for sellers

I have motivated clients looking for genuine, kind, quality and proven ponies to take part in all Pony Club activities.

The ponies I would love to hear about are those not needing to be advertised to secure a new home. There’s no harm in finding out whether I know of a better home and match. Perhaps you worry about your child finding it upsetting seeing their old pony regularly at rallies etc - then selling out of area could be a better solution.

These are motivated buyers receiving guidance as to what will likely suit their child - not the timewasters regularly reported. In most cases homes are also knowledgeable: simply lacking in time to conduct a search themselves. Most will also wait for the right pony so if you are not ready to sell yet, that’s not an issue.

There are some decent budgets available relative to age and medical conditions etc.

All leads will be handled with discretion.


Wanted - Pony Club / Schoolmaster / jumping pony


Ref #: 361442
  • Loving Family Home awaits
  • Varied Ridden Life
  • Active Pony Club Members
  • Loving Family Home awaits
  • Varied Ridden Life
  • Active Pony Club Members

Wanted

* 13-14hand
* ideally Gelding
* Safe for children to handle and hack in open spaces
* Experience competing up to 80
* Loan, lease or buy

We are looking for the next Pony to join our family to take part in all things Pony club, SJ, WH, lots of hacking, lessons/arena hires.

The Pony would be cared for by myself on a small private yard near High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire along with our 3 other horses.

I hack regularly with my two children so a Pony that is safe cantering in open spaces and being handled by children is must.

My daughter is keen on jumping so a pony that has been there, done it, loves its job and not phased by fillers etc.

Please no youngsters/green or project ponies. We can offer a long term home for the right pony as i have a younger daughter too.

References available

Thanks!


Sales, Training, Competition & Full Livery Spaces Available at Galloping Global


Ref #: 402396
  • Small lady rider with many years experience
  • Super facilities including large 80x 50 arena
  • Bespoke packages to suit your needs
  • Under 1
  • 9 hands
  • Small lady rider with many years experience
  • Super facilities including large 80x 50 arena
  • Bespoke packages to suit your needs

Sales, Training, Competition & Full Livery Spaces Available at Galloping Global

Based in Cowfold, West Sussex, Galloping Global offers professional sales, training, and full livery for horses and ponies.

Horses & Ponies for Sale

We welcome a wide variety of horses and ponies for sale — from first ridden ponies to showjumpers and event horses.
Our speciality is sourcing horses for the U.S. Hunter and Equitation market 

We currently have multiple clients actively seeking:
• Genuine, steady, rhythmical gelding
• 7–10 years old
• 16hh – 17.2hh
• Good changes and suitable for the hunter/equitation ring

However, we also work with buyers looking for horses outside these specifications, so please still get in touch if you think your horse may be suitable.

If you have a horse you would like help selling, we would love to hear from you.

Livery & Training

We offer:
• Full livery
• Schooling & competition livery
• Training livery

Small lady rider with many years of showjumping experience, producing horses from backing through to competition level.

Training livery is also available for riders wanting help with:
• Horse management
• Flatwork and jumping
• Competition preparation and support

Facilities

• Large Martin Collins 50m x 80m arena
• Large, airy Monarch fully matted stables
• Solarium
• Secure tack room
• Owners live on site

Cowfold, West Sussex


WANTED - BEEN THERE DONE THAT EVENT/ HUNTING PONY!


Ref #: 402114
  • A safe schoolmaster
  • Be able to jump BE 90cm and 1m SJ (happily and confidently)
  • Can hack out calmly on busy roads and open spaces
  • A safe schoolmaster
  • Be able to jump BE 90cm and 1m SJ (happily and confidently)
  • Can hack out calmly on busy roads and open spaces

Searching for a cracking pony/ small horse who has been much loved (few homes) but not ready to retire.
It is for a 15 year old girl who is small and slight but very capable.
Between 14.2hh- 15hh
Age: 17+
An all rounder that has done everything from NSEA, Pony Club Championships, hunting and hacking about.
Needs to have good brakes
No vices or extensive vet history
Loan at our yard or Sale (negotiable budget)
Based in Hampshire


Searching for first ridden for my daughter


Ref #: 402055
  • Between 11.2 and 12.2hh
  • Not fused on age
  • Between 11.2 and 12.2hh
  • Not fused on age

Searching for first ridden for my 7 yr old daughter.

Between 11.2hh and 12.2hh
Not fused on age

Allrounder to be used for low level pony club, hacking & fun rides
Happy with a few quirks but nothing whizzy or fizzy - needs to have good breaks
Mare or gelding
Based in Midlands (Warwickshire) happy to travel for right pony
Loan term loan or sale
Can provide references


First Ridden SHP/WHP sought - 5* home awaits


Ref #: 401556
  • A genuine First Ridden type, well schooled and mannered.
  • Correct, straight & nicely put together
  • 5* home awaits
  • A genuine First Ridden type, well schooled and mannered.
  • Correct, straight & nicely put together
  • 5* home awaits

We’re on the lookout for a top-class First Ridden Show Hunter or Working Hunter Pony, 13hh and under, for our 8 year old daughter.

What we’re looking for:
• A pony with a proven HOYS / RIHS record (qualified or finalist ideal)
• A genuine First Ridden type – kind, safe, and experienced
• Well schooled on the flat with lovely manners
• Bold and willing over Working Hunter fences
• Correct, straight, and nicely put together
• Gelding or mare considered

Must be:
• Safe in traffic, at shows, and in open spaces
• Easy to do in all ways – catch, load, travel, shoe, and clip
• No vices

Excellent, knowledgeable home waiting
Budget to match quality and record

If you have, or know of, a pony that might fit the bill, please message with details, photos, videos, and competition record.

Serious enquiries only, please.


Seeking 14.2-15 hh (Approx) Straightforward Pony Club Type


Ref #: 401762
  • Proven, genuine all-rounder
  • Experienced at unaffiliated SJ (70/80 cm), XC etc
  • Kind, consistent temperament at home and away
  • Proven, genuine all-rounder
  • Experienced at unaffiliated SJ (70/80 cm), XC etc
  • Kind, consistent temperament at home and away
We are searching for an approximately 14.2-15 hh gem of a pony/horse for an almost 13 year old girl, having outgrown her pony (empty stable waiting!). Could go a little bigger. Gelding preferred, although the right mare considered. Good budget, or a loan is also an option. For a varied life of schooling, hacking, lessons, clinics, rallies, camps and some unaffiliated competing etc.

Nothing young or green, as we are after a proven PC all-rounder type with a wardrobe full of the 'been there, done that' t-shirts! Ideally currently/recently taking part in rallies and competing with a junior rider.

The pony must be easy to deal with, patient and up for TLC, as time on the ground and handling is enjoyed as much as the riding and my daughter is independent.

Under the saddle we are looking for something politely responsive but steady, capable of show jumping at 70 cm with scope for 90 cm, experienced in low level XC, nicely schooled and safe to hack (with or without company and in traffic, open spaces etc). Ponies with dangerous habits need not apply and sharp, spooky or nervous isn't for us. We want to preserve the confidence of a capable rider and just have some fun, we don't need a Ferrari of a competition pony!

Pony must load and travel happily in a trailer and be the Zen sort that has a consistent temperament in different environments and is content with a nap and a hay net whilst out and about. Pony will be kept on a livery yard so must be OK with hustle and bustle and farm machinery.

If you've got to the end of this wildly optimistic wish-list and can match us with Mr Right, please message/WhatsApp. We are based in Gloucestershire and will travel within reason.

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