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10 February 2026

Royal Northern Spring Show – Highland Pony Classes

The Royal Northern Spring Show takes place on Wednesday 25th February 2026 at the Thainstone Centre, Inverurie. This year’s Highland Pony judge is Mrs Sandra Yeaman. The show features HPS Youngstock Qualifier classes, and new for 2026, an HPS Junior Handler Qualifier. Contact: Fiona Davidson, Secretary Email: secretary@rnas.info Phone: 07795 570359 Website: www.rnas.org We look […]

01 February 2026

Performance Awards Scheme 2026 – Now Open

The Highland Pony Society Performance Awards Scheme is now open for the 2026 season. This popular programme is free to all HPS members and recognises the achievements of Highland ponies across a wide range of disciplines. Whether your pony competes in showing, dressage, cross-country, driving, or any other activity, the Performance Awards scheme is a […]

30 January 2026

HPS Office Assistant Vacancy

The Highland Pony Society is looking for an enthusiastic Office Assistant to join our small team at Garbh Allt House, Crieff. The role involves general administrative duties including handling membership enquiries, processing registrations, and assisting with the day-to-day running of the Society office. Hours: Part-time, Tuesday to Thursday, 10am – 4pm Location: Garbh Allt House, […]

20 January 2026

Judges Announced for 2026 Breed Show

We are pleased to announce the judges for the 2026 Highland Pony Society Breed Show, to be held on Sunday 12th July at Strathallan Castle, Auchterarder. In Hand: Christopher Grant (Northumberland) Ridden: Pat Rennie (Glasgow) & Katherine Bowling-Hartenfield (Lancashire) WHP: Marjorie Grant (Perth) Working Harness: Sylvia Ormiston (Inverness-shire) Driving: Audrey Barron (Angus) Dressage: Tia Blowman […]

24 December 2025

Membership Subscription Increase for 2026

Please be advised that membership subscription rates have been updated for the 2026 season. The Council took the difficult decision to increase fees for the first time in several years to ensure the Society can continue to provide the level of service members expect. The new rates, effective from 1st January 2026, are: Full Membership: […]

23 December 2025

Autumn Bulletin

23 December 2025

Merry Christmas 🎄

Wishing all of our members, friends and highland pony enthusiasts worldwide a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for all your support, enthusiasm and commitment to the Highland Pony and the Society throughout 2025. Office Closure: The office will be closed for the holiday break until Monday, January 5th, 2026. Note: […]

05 November 2025

Sally Coutts – Funeral Details

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sally Coutts at age 94. Sally was a long-standing member and former president of the Highland Pony Society, as well as an accomplished panel judge. Working alongside her late husband, Captain Ben Coutts, she raised ponies under the Woodburn prefix. Our sincere condolences go […]

15 September 2025

Judges Study Day – 26th October 2025

The Highland Pony Society is organizing a professional development session for Panel and Probationer Judges. Event Details Date: 26th October 2025Time: 10am – 3pmLocation: Totleywells Equestrian Centre, Winchburgh, EH52 6QJ What to Expect Morning tea/coffee and a light lunch will be provided. Judges wishing to contribute homemade baking are most welcome! Please bring your own […]

07 September 2025

Judges Scheme Application Closing Date

A reminder that applications for the Highland Pony Society Judges Scheme are now closing. If you are interested in becoming a judge for the Highland Pony Society, please ensure your application is submitted before the deadline. For more information about the judges scheme and application requirements, please contact the HPS office.

28 August 2025

Highland Pony Society Youngstock Finals 🏆

There is still time to get your entries in for the Youngstock Finals! Event Details Scottish Final: Sunday, September 7th at CSHPC Show, StrathallanSouth Final: Sunday, September 21st at HPEC Autumn Show, Selby Mrs. Jean Ralston from Perthshire will judge both finals. Prizes & Recognition Overall champions and reserves receive cash prizes plus rosettes Champions […]

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Royal Northern Spring Show – Highland Pony Classes