News

2012 Events

A New Stallion for the Midlands - Banks Timber

Unbeknownst to the pony, March 20^th was the most significant day in the life of 4 year old Banks Timber (Teglstrup Duke-Banks Do Do) when he achieved Class 1 status at the Inspections at Mullingar Equestrian Centre.   His proud owner, Seamus Hynds, said ‘Joe Burke has done a fantastic job of showing ‘Tim’ to his best – I am absolutely delighted’.

On Monday, 13th February a very enjoyable evening was had by all who attended the launch of the 2nd volume of the Connemara Pony Review, edited by Ruth Rogers who is also Chairperson of the MCPB.   The launch was held at the Grand Hotel, Moate and there were about 150 people gathered – friends and enthusiasts came from all parts of the country with many travelling long distances.   The Review was formally launched by Nicky McFadden, TD and Andy O’Donoghue, CPBS President also said a few words.

Again, this year Ruth is to be congratulated on an excellent publication which will be enjoyable ‘bedtime reading’ for all.

Sue Clarke Winner of the 2012
Michael J. O’Malley Award seen here with former Midlands Chairman Eddie Fleming breeder of her stallion  Gneevebrack Storm

Lemonfield Lass – Midlands 2011 Supreme Champion

Lucky Hazel – 2011 All Ireland Broodmare Champion

Garryhinch Swallow – 2011 Midlands Junior Champion

Midlands 9^th Annual Connemara Pony Show

Sunday, 22^nd July
Mullingar Equestrian Centre

Clifden Connemara Pony Festival

^{5th - 12th August}

^{New CPBS Award}

^{The Michael J. O’Malley Award will be given annually to an International Breeder or Owner who has selflessly promoted the Connemara Pony during their lifetime.  Sue Clarke of Glenormiston Stud, Australia is the very worthy inaugural recipient}

The Midlands Connemara Pony Breeders Group is delighted to announce two new events at our Annual Show.   For the first time we will be hosting a Green Hunter Qualifier  with the Final taking place during the Clifden Festival in August.

Also, we will be hosting a qualifier for the RDS Breeders Championship.