Honeywick Native Stud

24/12/2024

19/12/2024

Merry Christmas!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

I am pleased to announce that The Native Pony Trust now has full charitable status. Our Charity number is 1209765.

Our mission is to preserve and promote all native equine breeds across Britain and beyond. Working together using shared experiences, research and resources from all native breeds we aim to:

• Improve the welfare of native ponies.

• Increase genetic diversity to ensure the health and longevity of native breeds.

• Promote the conservation of sustainable equine habitats.

• Record and nurture their rich cultural heritage and tradition.

• Provide an educational resource.

There are many charities across the country working towards similar objectives for a single breed - by working together we can make a greater impact, provide more extensive resources and be heard.

07/10/2024

…and then there were four. With Ruby enjoying her extended holiday in Catsfield and Ruby2 off for further training in Cowbeech, I’m down to just four ponies at home. Not for long though as now my wonderful refurbished field shelter is almost finished I’m actively searching for a couple more registered Shetland mares to make up my numbers.

28/06/2024

I am pleased to announce that Stanley's Icebreaker (Mary) has today been scanned in foal to Elson Toffee. We look forward to a meeting a half brother or sister to Newfielden Gingersnap (Biscuit) in May next year. Hopefully Mary will be home on Sunday. 😁

27/05/2024

Update: Our newest arrival, Biscuit (Newfielden Gingersnap) has settled in well and is keeping little Willow (Lanteglos Willow) company whilst Mary (Stanley's Ice Breaker) has gone off to stud for a few weeks. Mary has gone to visit Elson Toffee who is also Biscuit's sire.

26/05/2024

Honeywick Harrier is growing fast. He is still looking for a 🏡 at weaning later in the summer. He has a lovely friendly nature and should mature around 14.1hh.

Balmoral Squire x Holmedown Ocean Springs

NOW SOLD! I am pleased to announce that chunky little Harry will be staying in East Sussex when he leaves us later in the summer.

11/05/2024

So cute!

10/05/2024

Nature's own fly mask. Harry is growing up fast with a fabulous friendly nature. So cute to watch his playful antics, a complete time waster. 😂

22/04/2024

Several people have asked for a video of Harry after yesterday's post. This was my attempt at a video today. Maybe at the weekend we can get him in the school which might be better.

21/04/2024

The gorgeous Honeywick Harrier (aka Harry) is growing up fast. Born 17th March so just over a month old and already very happy being headcollared and handled gently. He neighs or whickers when we go into the field and loves a good daily scratch from us. Sadly I only keep fillies so Harry will be looking for a very special new 🏡 at weaning.

Sire: Balmoral Squire
Dam: Holmedown Ocean Springs

27/03/2024

Harry (Honeywick Harrier) has been out in the paddock enjoying himself a couple of days this week but unfortunately due to the never-ending rain, we keep having to bring him back in!

21/03/2024

Honeywick Harrier aka Harry (Born 17th March 2024)
Dam: Holmedown Ocean Springs
Sire: Balmoral Squire

Stretching his little legs in the sunshine on his first time out of the stable yesterday.