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Heatwave alert – keeping Shetland ponies cool

Let’s find out how we keep our Shetland ponies cool during the heatwave.

Ponies have natural adaptations for hot and cold weather. So, this week, we asked Rosemary to share her tips on how we help keep the ponies cool when the temperatures rise.

Watch the video to find out more.


Summer Pony Camps (Age 4+)

Enjoy action-packed pony riding and learning for beginners, with a Shetland Pony.  Our Pony Camps are now on in the Summer Holidays and October Half Term.

Find out more about Pony Camps here

Vets Day Pony Weighing at Shetland Pony Club

What’s Included

  • Learning to ride on a Shetland Pony with a one to one helper
  • Practical Pony Care Skills
  • Pony Themed Craft and Learning

Practicalities

  • Timing: 9.30am – 1:00pm
  • Age: 4 years – 10 years
  • Price: £115 per day, £395 for the week (4 days)

Summer Holiday Camp Dates

  • Mon 20 July – Thurs 23 July
  • Mon 27 July – Thurs 30 July
  • Mon 3 August – Thurs 6 August
  • Mon 10 August – Thurs 13 August
  • Mon 17 August – Thurs 20 August
  • Mon 24 August – Thurs 27 August

You can book weeks or individual days

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Ride every weekend at our club – Pony Share Membership 

If you’d like to be a part of our club and gain access to exclusive events like Wildflower Photo Days, then become a Pony Share Member.

Pony Riding in the moon daisies at Shetland Pony Club

Experience what its like to have a pony, without actually having to own, care for and pay for one, with Pony Share Membership. Learn to ride, build a bond with your pony, come regularly to our club and enjoy pony fun in the countryside.

Hurry, Pony Share Membership is almost full – so now is the perfect time to sign up.

We have ponies available for:

  • Full Membership – Saturday 9.00am – 11.00am, 11.00am – 1.00pm – two spaces
  • Mini Membership – Saturday 11.15am -12 noon, 12.15pm – 1pm – two spaces

To find out more, contact us on: 07734 950 309 or email: info@shetlandponyclub.co.uk


Starter Rides

Starter Rides are 3/4 hour long and specially designed first-riding experiences for children. For children from age 3+. £59 per child. Every weekend and in the holidays too.

Mini Member at Shetland Pony Club

Find out more about Starter Rides here

Latest Availabilty Added for Starter Rides

  • Saturday, 27 June – 2:15pm, 3:15pm – Fully Booked
  • Sunday, 28 June – 9:00am – Fully Booked
  • Sunday, 28 June – 12:15pm – Fully Booked
  • Saturday, 4 July – 2:15pm, 3:15pm – Fully Booked
  • Sunday, 5 July – 9:00am – Spaces
  • Sunday, 5 July – 12:15pm – Spaces
  • Saturday, 11 July – 2:15pm, 3:15pm – Fully Booked
  • Sunday, 12 July – 12:15pm – Spaces
  • Mon – Thurs 13 – 16 July – Spaces

See latest availability online

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Own a Pony Experiences (ages 4-10)

Own a Pony Experiences are 2 hours long and specially designed as early riding experiences for children from age 4 years old- 10 years old. £89 per child

Own a Pony Experience at Shetland Pony Club - Buttercups

Find out more about Own a Pony Experiences here

Next Availabilty for Own a Pony Experiences

  • Saturday, 27 June – 2:15pm – Fully Booked
  • Sunday, 28 June – 2:15pm – Fully Booked
  • Saturday, 4 July- 11am – Fully Booked
  • Sunday, 5 July – 2:15pm – NEW EXTRA Spaces
  • Monday, 13 July – 11am Spaces
  • Wednesday, 15 July – 11am Spaces
  • Sunday, 19 July, 2:15pm Spaces

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Shetland Pony Walking Experiences

Enjoy a delightful morning getting to know an adorable Shetland Pony in the beautiful Surrey countryside. Come and spend time learning about and leading him through the countryside at Shetland Pony Club. Followed by complimentary coffee and brownies, and a rosette to take home.

Sunset Walk with the Shetland Ponies

Shetland Pony Walking Dates for 2026

  • Saturday 27 June 2026 – 11:00am-1:00pm – Fully Booked
  • Saturday 11 July 2026 – 11:00am-1:00pm – Spaces
  • Saturday 25 July 2026 – 11:00am-1:00pm – Spaces
  • Saturday 8 August 2026 – 11:00am-1:00pm – Spaces
  • Saturday 22 August 2026 – 11:00am-1:00pm – Spaces
  • Saturday 19 September 2026 – 11:00am-1:00pm – Spaces
  • Saturday 10 October 2026 – 11:00am-1:00pm – Spaces
  • Saturday 14 November 2026 – 11:00am-1:00pm – Spaces

Shetland Pony Walking Safari

  • £89 per person

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Shetland Pony Parties

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Learn to ride at Shetland Pony Parties – wonderful learn to ride Shetland pony parties for children aged 3 – 10 years old.

Use of a private facility, your children and their friends can bond with our adorable Shetland Ponies and learn to ride them, creating magical memories for your child’s birthday. Two hours. Award winning parties with lots of five star reviews.

  • Mini Shetland Pony Parties – up to 6 – Book online from 15 August – call us for more dates
  • Maxi Shetland Pony Party – 7-18 riders – Book online from 5 July – call us for more dates

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For more dates contact us on: 07734 950 309 or email: info@shetlandponyclub.co.uk


Heatwave alert – keeping Shetland ponies cool

Let’s find out how we keep our Shetland ponies cool during the heatwave.

Ponies have natural adaptations for hot and cold weather. So, this week, we asked Rosemary to share her tips on how we help keep the ponies cool when the temperatures rise.

Watch the video to find out more

From Rosemary, the Shetland Pony Club Team and all the Shetland ponies

Book Now https://shetlandponyclub.co.uk/book-now/

Contact us on: 07734 950 309 or email: info@shetlandponyclub.co.uk

How Shetland Ponies keep their cool

How do Shetland Ponies keep their cool in this hot summer weather?  Join Dinky to find out where they go to keep cool, and what else we do to stop them getting too hot.

Super Shady Spots

Find out which ponies are under which trees, who is missing, and see who is hiding around the corner of the shady tree.

Magic Mud

Which pony is standing in the magic mud to cool his hooves?

Pony Wonder Wash

Which ponies are visiting the Pony Wonder Wash – find out more in this week’s video: How Shetland Ponies keep their cool.

Enjoy the film here

From Rosemary, the Shetland Pony Club Team and all the Shetland ponies


You can book Pony Riding here:

Starter RidesOwn a Pony Experiences, Shetland Pony Parties, Summer Camp, Shetland Pony Walking Experience, Pony Care Course

Summer Charity Evening with Shetland Ponies – This Saturday 24 June

Followed by drinks at Sunset in aid of Cancer Research UK. Find out more here
Join us for a pony information talk followed by a gentle walk leading our Shetland ponies.

Saturday 24 June 2023 7pm to 9 pm
£30 per adult, £10 per child (3-16).
Please note this is a non-riding event.
If you cannot make the walk but would still like to donate please feel free to buy a ticket or donate via the link. Any questions call 07734 950 309

You can book or donate here 
Cancer Research UK Logo


You can book your Pony Riding here:

Starter RidesOwn a Pony Experiences, Shetland Pony Parties, Summer Camp, Shetland Pony Walking Experience, Pony Care Course

Summer Camp days and weeks – enjoy the whole day with your favourite Shetland pony. Learn to ride him, look after him and enjoy being with him all day long. 9:30am – 4pm, Summer holidays only. Age 5+. £150/day or £600/ 4 day week.

  • Mon 24 Jul – Thur 27 July 
  • Mon 31 Jul – Thur 3 Aug (2 August fully booked)
  • Mon 7 Aug – Thur 10 Aug
  • Mon14 Aug – Thur 17 Aug
  • Mon 21 Aug – Thur 24 Aug

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Shetland Pony Parties – Amazing pony parties for children aged 3 -10 years old. Use of a private facility with 6 ponies, creating magical memories for your child’s birthday. One and a half hours – £750 for 10 children. Extra riding children (up to 18), £30 each. Next availability:

  • Sun 9 July 14:30pm 
  • Sun 16 July 14:30pm 

birthday cake

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Starter Rides are 45 mins long and specially designed first riding experiences for children. Includes pony grooming and a ride on their own pony. Followed by a certificate presentation. £50 per child. Each child will have their own pony and helper. Please note your child MUST be 3 years old at the time of their ride. Next availability:

  • Sun 25 June 9am, 15.30pm
  • Sunday, 2 July 9am (one space only)

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Own a Pony Experiences are two hours long and are delightful early riding and learning experiences for children from age 4 years old. Includes lots of riding and pony care. Followed by a rosette presentation. £75 per child. Each child will have their own pony and helper. Next availability:

  • Sun 9 July 14:15pm
  • Saturday, 15 July 14.15pm

Easter riding

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You can book online or give us a call 07734 950 309 or email us: info@shetlandponyclub.co.uk

Do take a moment to watch this week’s episode of Shetland pony Club TV How Shetland Ponies keep their cool.