Looking for a new Shetland pony on the Shetland Isles-Part 2
Looking for a new Shetland pony on the Shetland Isles
Last week, we found some Shetland pony stallions that were too big for us and some foals that were too small. So, this week we visit Shetland ponies on Bressay, another island, to try and find the perfect Shetland pony for us.
Shetland ponies on Bressay
Bressay is a short ferry ride from the Shetland Mainland. It is famous because there is a special Pictish Stone there called the Bressay Stone. It is carved with a Shetland pony being ridden by a Viking. So, Shetland ponies are thought to have travelled to Shetland on Viking longships.
Grassy pastures are ideal for breeding Shetland ponies
The Marquis of Londonderry used the rich grasses on Shetland to breed many Shetland ponies to be used in coal mines around the world. They travelled by boat too, but they are not here now, so we need to look elsewhere.
Burra and the Shetland Pony Experience
The Merkisayre Stud on the island of Burra has many wonderful ponies and the most adorable mares and foals. So do they have the perfect Shetland pony for us?
Watch the video to find out more here
What’s on at Shetland Pony Club
Come and ride our adorable ponies at weekends and holidays by appointment only.
Members Only VE Day Gymkhana
On VE Day in 1945 Rosemary and Liz’s mum, Janet, now 92, celebrated with a VE Day Gymkhana (mounted games on ponies). She won a prize of a Silver Half Crown. This weekend, we will recreate this happy gymkhana for our Pony Share Members. Members, please check your email for all the details. There will be a gymkhana followed by a Pony Street Party. Please bring cakes #VEDay #gymkhana #streetparty #veday80thanniversary
May Half Term is Unicorns and Dragons Week
Legend has it that real Unicorns and Dragons can be found for one week only in a far-off land in the distant hills of Surrey. Don’t miss out on these very special pony experiences for your child.
Saturday 24 May to Sunday 1 June 2025
- Ages 3-6 – 45 minutes – NEW Unicorns and Dragons Mini Pony Adventures and Starter Rides
- Ages 4-10 – 1.5 hours – NEW Unicorns and Dragons Mega Pony Adventures and 2 hour Own a Pony Experiences
Find out more about May Half Term Here
Summer Pony Day Camps
There are 2 options for Shetland Pony Camps this Summer:
- NEW Half-Day Pony Camps 9:30am-1pm (Mon – Thurs) £395 per week, or £100 per Half Day from age 4
- Full Day Pony Camps – Our Legendary Full Day Camps are packed with themed pony activities 9:30am-4pm (Mon – Thurs) £575 per week, or £150 per day, from age 5
Enjoy action-packed pony riding and learning for beginners, with a Shetland Pony. Watch the Summer Pony Camp Day video about our Vet’s Day to see what fun your child could experience:
What’s on in the Summer holidays?
We are open daily from Saturday 12 July 2025 to Sunday 31 August 2025 (except Fridays – ponies’ rest days) for Summer pony riding.
Our Summer pony riding programme is action-packed with lots of learning to ride pony fun for children:
- Starter Rides – are a delightful way for beginners to learn pony riding – 3/4 hour. £55 per child from age 3
- Own a Pony Experiences – specially designed as early learning to ride and pony care experiences – 2 hours. £85 per child from age 4
- NEW Half-Day Pony Camps 9:30am-1:00pm (Mon – Thurs) £395 per week, £100 per half-day, from age 4
- Full Day Pony Camps – Our Legendary Full Day Camps are packed with themed pony activities (Mon – Thurs) £575 per week, £150 per full day, from age 5
- NEW Pony Picnics – a gentle stroll with a Shetland Pony, followed by afternoon tea at a stylish picnic spot – Delightful! 2 hours. £85 per pony. Adults and children age 5+
Find out more about Summer Riding and Pony Picnics here
Regular Riding Every Weekend
Own a Pony Experiences
Own a Pony Experiences – are two hours long and are delightful early riding and learning experiences for children from age 4 years old.
£85 per child.
Starter Rides
Starter Rides are 45 minutes long and specially designed as children’s first riding experiences.
From age 3 years old. £55 per child.
Pony Share Membership 2025
You can experience a pony of your own, the easy way, 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.
We are enrolling NOW for 2025 for Pony Share Membership
- Pony Membership – a pony of your own each week, 2 hours, from age 4+ £299 per month.( 9 months of the year only)
- Mini Membership – a pony of your own each week, 45 minutes, from age 3+ £215 per month( 9 months of the year only)
How to Join
You can become a member of our club in 3 simple steps:
- Book: Reserve a trial ride – either a 45 min Starter Ride or a 2-hour Own a Pony Experience
- Try: Experience membership firsthand! Ride an adorable Shetland pony and meet our current members at the Shetland Pony Club.
- Join – agree your perfect pony and time. Join Pony Share Membership, and make all your pony dreams come true!
Feel free to contact us with any questions, by email at info@shetlandponyclub.co.uk or call the office: 07734 950309.
Shetland Pony Parties
Shetland Pony Parties– amazing pony parties for children aged 3 -10.
Use of a private facility where your child can learn to ride on our adorable ponies, helped by our wonderful team, creating magical memories for your child’s birthday, that will last a lifetime.
There are 2 party options for 2025:
- Maxi Pony Party – 7 to 18 riders – £595 for 7, £30 per extra child
- NEW Mini Pony Party – up to 6 riders – £495
Looking for a new Shetland pony on the Shetland Isles-Part 2
Watch the video to find out more: Looking for a new Shetland pony on the Shetland Isles – Part 2
From Rosemary, the Shetland Pony Club Team and all the Shetland ponies
Contact us on: 07734 950 309 or email: info@shetlandponyclub.co.uk
