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Patron Her Majesty The Queen
THE HARDY FELL PONIES WITH THE ROYAL SEAL OF APPROVAL
THE HARDY FELL PONIES WITH THE ROYAL SEAL OF APPROVAL
One of the oldest equine breeds on the planet, Fell ponies like the Queen's mount Carltonlima Emma, have roamed the moors of Cumbria since the Neolithic period.
Docile, hardy and thick-set, the majority of Fell ponies are black, grey or bay and measure between 13 and 14hh.
Highly prized by the Carvetii, the Iron Age tribe who occupied the region more than two millennia ago, the ponies later caught the eye of the invading Romans and were used as trade goods all over the Empire.
The Romans also helped develop the breed into the relatively large animal it is today. Originally thought to have stood around 12hh tall (similar to Dartmoor and Exmoor ponies), by the end of the Roman period, the average Fell was more than a hand higher.
Another invader to fall in love with the Fell pony was the Vikings, who used the animals as pack ponies; a use continued by the Normans. By the 13th century, the Fell's usefulness as a pack animal was well-established and the pony played an important role in British trade until the end of the 18th century.
Following the Industrial Revolution, Fells were used to transport iron ore and coal from mine to town, as well as underground when the height of the shaft allowed. Although previously used in trotting races, the Fell pony really came into its as a riding horse in the 1950s, when its gentle nature and pretty looks made it the pony of choice for families.
Today, the pony remains a popular choice for riders of all ages, among them the Queen who breeds Fell ponies at her Hampton Court stud.
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His Royal Highness the Prince Philip,
Duke of Edinburgh 1921 - 2021
His Royal Highness the Prince Philip,
Duke of Edinburgh 1921 - 2021
It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen
has announced the death of her beloved husband,
His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.
The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss.
Visit www.royal.uk to read the announcement in full.
A NATIONAL TREASURE
A NATIONAL TREASURE
His Royal Highness the Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, an Ambassador for the equine world and Fell ponies in particular, competing internationally with his Fell team and being a past President of the Fell Pony Society.
Prince Philip was a rock of support to Her Majesty and his loyal dedication to the Nation is an inspiration to us all. His legacy will continue for years to come due to his tireless work on behalf of countless charities and youth programs like the
'Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme'.
LADY LOUISE MOUNTBATTEN WINDSOR
LADY LOUISE MOUNTBATTEN WINDSOR
The beautiful Lady Louise Mountbatten Windsor and Sophie, Countess of Wessex leading the rest of the Royal party ( The Crown Equerry Col. Toby Brown and Head Coachman Mr Matt Powers) to the Meet of the BDS. Royal Windsor Horse Show 2021
