Skeleton Alvarism testing results; Snelsmore Zac
As part of our ongoing plans, we’re testing our ponies for Skeletal Atavism. This process will take some time, but every result plays an important role in building our understanding. We’re very happy to share that our three-year-old colt, Snelsmore Zac, has received his test results and is clear. He will now move on to […]
The Somerset Shetland Autumn Show; From rags to riches
A lovely day showing at the Somerset Shetland Autumn Show. The classes were well supported, especially considering how many shows were on the same day. Snelsmore Blossom is on a roll, winning a class of eight miniature yearlings. She’s learning so quickly and will now have a well-earned break until spring. Snelsmore Aragorn also won […]
The Midlands Foal & Youngstock Show: Blossom burst into flower
The Midlands Foal Show was Snelsmore Blossom’s time to flower. Only her second ever show after winning her novice class back in August we gave her time to mature and waited for another opportunity to show her. Once again took everything in her stride and grew in the ring. She won a strong yearling class, […]
Something a little different at Snelsmore
There’s always something exciting happening at Snelsmore but recently it brought a special experience. Cliff and I were invited to take part in some filming about our ponies for Alan Titchmarsh’s popular TV show, Love Your Weekend. It was an opportunity far too good to miss — and sounded like great fun too! After some thought, […]
Worcester Shetland Sales 2025
Lot Number 251 Snelsmore Amirite Since the publication of the sale catalogue, we are delighted to confirm that Amirite has successfully passed the Voluntary Vetting with outstanding results (subject to parentage DNA verification). He has also been confirmed SA-free by parentage and TT. With his exceptional pedigree, Amirite offers an outstanding opportunity for any stud […]
MHOYS; No evening performance for us
We headed to Bury Farm to compete at MHOYS in the SPSBS classes and the ponies didn’t disappoint! Snelsmore Aragorn won the one- & -two-year-old class and went Reserve SPSBS Champion. (no junior championship) Snelsmore Ragdoll made her return in the mare class after seven years in the field (and a career change as my […]
Worcester Shetland Sales 2025
Snelsmore Uma is a quality 8-year-old, 33” skewbald mare. She has proven herself as an excellent broodmare, having produced three foals with ease. Her first foal, Snelsmore Youpy, has been highly successful in France, taking Champion titles as a yearling, two-year-old, and three-year-old. We have also retained her son, Snelsmore Barolo. She is tested SA […]
Skeleton Alvarism testing results; Snelsmore Aragorn
Waiting for results is always nerve-wracking, but I’m delighted to share that the SA results from our recent testing are back. Snelsmore Miss Muffet, Snelsmore Quedesha, and Snelsmore Uma are all SA clear! Even better, this means that by parentage, our youngsters Snesmore Aragorn, Snelsmore Amirite, and Snelsmore Celeste are also clear. We have started […]
Two shows in one weekend that was a challenge!
Day one early Saturday morning, we headed to Usk Agricultural Show, Monmouthshire. Snelsmore Zeus started strong, winning the miniature youngstock class, followed by Snelsmore Oasis who won her broodmare class and went on to be Miniature Champion. Unfortunately, the celebrations were cut short when the heavens opened with hailstones and rain, bringing showing to an […]
Skeleton Atavism testing results; Good results for the stud
As part of our ongoing commitment to responsible breeding, in 2025 we decided to extend our Skeleton Atavism (SA) testing programme to include two additional mares: Snelsmore Quesdesha and Snelsmore Miss Muffet. Snelsmore Quesdesha was selected for testing primarily due to her two-year-old colt, Snelsmore Amirite, who is entered for the Worcester Shetland Sales. Having […]
Bucks County Show; Sunshine and Showers
A real mix of English weather at the Bucks County Show. We started off feeling chilly, then the sun came out to warm us up, and by the time we got home the heavens opened! Still, the rain is much needed, so no complaints. Snelsmore Zac warmed us up by starting our day winning the […]
Edenbridge & Oxted Show; Zodiac flying high with the sun, planets and moon on his side
Edenbridge & Oxted Show. I did start to question our sanity heading to a show on a very hot bank holiday, with a rail strike and heavy traffic predicted on the M25 and all for one pony. But if we had stayed at home, it would have been just another day of work, so madness […]