Pony Club
The Pony Club runs training opportunities and competitions for young people interested in riding.
The charity has been responsible for kick-starting the careers of equestrian team members and Olympic medal winners.
From mounted games and the prestigious Prince Philip Cup at Horse of the Year Show to area championships that allow riders to qualify for the prestigious national championships every summer, the Pony Club gives young riders countless opportunities to compete and represent their local branch.
While competition is a big part of PC life, training rallies and the annual camp are the mainstay of the organisation’s popularity. The organisation now includes numerous Members’ centres where young people who do not own their own pony can enjoy the benefits that the charity offers. Teaching young riders basic horse and pony care is an important part of the charity’s remit, with the Pony Club Manual of Horsemanship being a must-read book for all junior equestrians.
Many top riders have fond memories of their Pony Club days, which they have shared with Horse & Hound.
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‘The kindest, most generous person’: farewell to much-loved horse sport supporter
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New venue for Pony Club champs, while top eventers head for Gatcombe *H&H Plus*
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‘The best days of our lives’: We compare 1950s Pony Club with today *H&H Plus*
Mobile phones, tack and jods may have reshaped our riding culture, but is a Pony Clubber’s lifestyle so very different? Andrea Oakes compares the 1950s with today
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Pony Club years: Top riders talk about their young riding days *H&H Plus*
Many of the world’s best riders in all disciplines cut their teeth at the Pony Club Championships. Catherine Austen discovers some of their memories and the lessons they learnt
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Fancy some dog dressage? How the Pony Club is keeping young riders united through #PonyClubCarryOn
The Pony Club has come up with a new initiative to keep children entertained during lockdown
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Coronavirus latest: more equestrian bodies call their sports to a halt
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What fun! 17 brilliant 2019 Pony Club camp moments to savour
With the summer holidays in full swing, for pony-mad children, this can mean only one thing — Pony Club camp. To celebrate here are some highlights that have been shared on social media
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Happy 90th birthday! How the Pony Club celebrated with a huge global event
Check out these highlights from the big global event to celebrate the Pony Club’s 90th birthday
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Royal Windsor 2018: The Queen, fake soldiers and a hairy moment in the show ring
The world’s eyes might be on Windsor this month for a certain wedding, but it’s the top class equestrian action that caught our imagination last week (9-13 May 2018). We take a look behind the scenes...
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‘We miss her every day’: tributes paid to pint-sized perfect pony
The remarkable 12hh Pony Club all-rounder, who also hunted and qualified for showing classes at Olympia and Burghley, has died at the grand age of 28
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Visit Nicky Henderson's yard and 5 other horsey things to do this Easter
Hurrah for the Easter holidays! We're excited about the impending chocolate fix, yes. But there are plenty other horsey reasons to get us in the holiday mood as well...
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‘I volunteer because I love it’: Pony Club chairman to retire
The long-serving volunteer will continue to be involved with the Pony Club and other equestrian organisations after her retirement in April
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The Pony Club Championships 2018: everything you need to know
To help you get up to speed with what happens when, here’s our definitive guide to the Pony Club Championships 2018
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HOYS 2017: a flying horse, Charlotte Dujardin and a (very) reluctant showjumper
After five days of the equestrian extravaganza at Horse of the Year Show, sit back and enjoy some memorable moments from 2017...
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8 must-see attractions on the Horse of the Year Show timetable for 2017
The equestrian extravaganza at this year's Horse of the Year Show (4-8 October 2017) got underway this morning — so programmes at the ready and start circling your must-see classes and attractions
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10 things to look for in your dream mounted games pony
Find out what you should be looking for in a mounted games pony, whether you're looking to qualify for HOYS or just have a lot of fun taking part
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What is being done to encourage young riders? H&H investigates *H&H VIP*
The next generation have taken to the saddle in increasing numbers in recent years. H&H looks what the sporting bodies are doing to encourage youngsters
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New look for the Pony Club
A new pony club logo has been revealed as part of a brand refresh, which coincides with the launch of a database
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Want to try pony racing? Rule change to encourage first-timers
The Pony Racing Authority has amended the rules to make it easier for aspiring jockeys to have a go
