Connemaras

[Molly22]

I will be possibly looking for a Connemara pony in the near future. I would be looking for a traditional type, up to 14.2hh for ridden flat showing. What bloodlines should I be looking at for a good temperament? There seems to be a lot of over height jumping ponies for sale. Any help would be much appreciated.

 

[Irish Sally]

I wouldn't be worried about bloodlines. Just look at the pony in front of you.

 

[FlyingCircus]

I wouldn't be worried about bloodlines. Just look at the pony in front of you.

And prepare to add £££ to the price because it's a Connie

 

[The Xmas Furry]

I will be possibly looking for a Connemara pony in the near future. I would be looking for a traditional type, up to 14.2hh for ridden flat showing. What bloodlines should I be looking at for a good temperament? There seems to be a lot of over height jumping ponies for sale. Any help would be much appreciated.

If you are looking for 4 and over, backed and riding away, good show quality, then 5 figures is needed on the whole.
As said above, look at the pony 1st and foremost but also ensure it is tested free of hwsd too.

 

[gallopingby]

Check how many ridden ponies are out and about by the sires you like. In any breed there are some matings that work really well and you‘ll find families of ponies with the same sire and dam who all seem to do well, these lines may be more expensive so you’ll have to work out what you want to do / spend. Equally some lines will have a reputation for being quirky. Speak to as many people as you can find about different bloodlines and if you’re lucky you’ll be able to work out a plan. Avoid the ‘popular’ over bred lines without a history just because they can jump 1 m 20 unless you’re after a jumping pony.

 

[Molly22]

Check how many ridden ponies are out and about by the sires you like. In any breed there are some matings that work really well and you‘ll find families of ponies with the same sire and dam who all seem to do well, these lines may be more expensive so you’ll have to work out what you want to do / spend. Equally some lines will have a reputation for being quirky. Speak to as many people as you can find about different bloodlines and if you’re lucky you’ll be able to work out a plan. Avoid the ‘popular’ over bred lines without a history just because they can jump 1 m 20 unless you’re after a jumping pony.

Thanks for your advice. its the quirky lines that i need to find out about. I realise that they are in the 5 figure mark. I am not interested in jumping. I need to get chatting to people. i thought I would start here first as I know you are a knowledgeable lot.

 

[sarcasm_queen]

They’re an absolute nightmare to fit saddles for, so put aside another couple of grand for that!

 

[ownedbyaconnie]

They’re an absolute nightmare to fit saddles for, so put aside another couple of grand for that!

AH saddles are brill for flat backed connies. I got mine for £2k new which once you divide by use is a bargain!

OP I know a few connies (mine included) with Earl of Castlefrench and they are poppets. Proper traditional types that you can plonk your toddler on (which I have).

I’ve known too many for it to be coincidence with Westside Mirah closely related that have sweet itch.

I’ve got my eyes on the Tulira stud for my next one. Their stallion is gorgeous and again very good with children which is a quality I like in ponies as I think it shows they’re unflappable!

 

[teacups]

My loan horse is by Earl of Newbridge whose sire was Earl of Castlefrench, and has a lovely temperament.

 

[ownedbyaconnie]

My loan horse is by Earl of Newbridge whose sire was Earl of Castlefrench, and has a lovely temperament.

Earl of newbridge is my mares grandsire!

 

[teacups]

Earl of newbridge is my mares grandsire!

Who was in between? I would definitely have another with this line of breeding.

OP, I was told Earl of Newbridge was a good jumper, so might not interest you as a line!

 

[ownedbyaconnie]

Who was in between? I would definitely have another with this line of breeding.

OP, I was told Earl of Newbridge was a good jumper, so might not interest you as a line!

General Humbert. I’ve never been able to find much about the mare Tureen Beauty.

I befriended someone on Facebook that ended up with another general humbert pony (different mare) and he seemed equally chilled and sweet.

 

[Lexi 123]

Connemara are very expensive currently unfortunately due to Covid and their prices never went down. So I suggest having a good budget or consider a Connemara cross as they are way cheaper than a full breed connemara.

 

[Molly22]

They’re an absolute nightmare to fit saddles for, so put aside another couple of grand for that!

I shall remember that when I find a pony

 

[Molly22]

AH saddles are brill for flat backed connies. I got mine for £2k new which once you divide by use is a bargain!

OP I know a few connies (mine included) with Earl of Castlefrench and they are poppets. Proper traditional types that you can plonk your toddler on (which I have).

I’ve known too many for it to be coincidence with Westside Mirah closely related that have sweet itch.

I’ve got my eyes on the Tulira stud for my next one. Their stallion is gorgeous and again very good with children which is a quality I like in ponies as I think it shows they’re unflappable!

Perfect, that is the sort of information i was looking for, thank you

 

[Molly22]

Connemara are very expensive currently unfortunately due to Covid and their prices never went down. So I suggest having a good budget or consider a Connemara cross as they are way cheaper than a full breed connemara.

I have a reasonable budget and am not in any rush but there doesn’t seem to be many around with the stamp i am looking for

 

[millikins]

If you'd consider importing, Clifden sales are on the 17th October.

 

[BronsonNutter]

I ride one by Snugboro Hero and he is a true leg at each corner type and a very genuine reliable chap!

 

[sbloom]

They’re an absolute nightmare to fit saddles for, so put aside another couple of grand for that!

They're really not that bad for an experienced native fitter. But yes, the bigger the budget the more the choice of brands and fitters (specialists tend to travel further so cost more).

 

[Lexi 123]

I have a reasonable budget and am not in any rush but there doesn’t seem to be many around with the stamp i am looking for

Good luck on your horse search I hope you find what you’re looking for.

 

[First Frost]

Irish bred and English bred Connie's are often quite different. My favourite Irish bred lines are - Glencarrig, Fairyhill (particularly the Molly line, which will have a name beginning with M) and Kingstown. My preferred English bred ponies are Chilham - anything with Castle Comet.

For showing take great care with anything under 7 to be sure it will stay under 148cm. They often grow a lot after 4.

Take a look at the results for Clifden show over the last few years to see which stallions and mares have done well.

They are expensive ponies but in my opinion a good one is worth every penny. Friendly, fun versatile and beautiful!

Good luck!!

 

[Molly22]

Good luck on your horse search I hope you find what you’re looking for.

Thank you.

 

[Molly22]

Irish bred and English bred Connie's are often quite different. My favourite Irish bred lines are - Glencarrig, Fairyhill (particularly the Molly line, which will have a name beginning with M) and Kingstown. My preferred English bred ponies are Chilham - anything with Castle Comet.

For showing take great care with anything under 7 to be sure it will stay under 148cm. They often grow a lot after 4.

Take a look at the results for Clifden show over the last few years to see which stallions and mares have done well.

They are expensive ponies but in my opinion a good one is worth every penny. Friendly, fun versatile and beautiful!

Good luck!!

Great advice, thank you. Good point on size. I was thinking of a 3 or 4 year old So i must take that into consideration, unless i can find an older one that has not been backed and jumped at 3. If anyone knows of one for sale please let me know. At the moment i can’t see any that fit the bill.

 

[Molly22]

If you'd consider importing, Clifden sales are on the 17th October.

I was thinking of importing but at the moment I can’t get away to go to Clifton. Using an agent is another option but i have never bought unseen before.

 

[IrishMilo]

What it is about a Connemara that you want? I find Welshes have all the same talent without the stubbornness of a Connie.

 

[minesadouble]

I've had quite a few Welsh over the years and only recently had a Connie.
I love the original Connie so much I've bought another for my middle daughter.
Neither of ours are stubborn, both of my daughter jump, WHPs and a little bit of unaff eventing and the Connemaras are just a bit more athletic.
When the M&M worker finals are on at HOYS the Connemaras do tend to dominate, there are a fair few in the plaited classes too.

 

[SO1]

I think the NF will start challenging the connies soon they are get popular and less chance of going over height for the show ring.

The connies are getting huge now nearly everything is 148 at 4/5 and likely to go overheight..

I was considering them when I lost my NF but they are just huge very hard to find a 13.3/14

I've had quite a few Welsh over the years and only recently had a Connie.
I love the original Connie so much I've bought another for my middle daughter.
Neither of ours are stubborn, both of my daughter jump, WHPs and a little bit of unaff eventing and the Connemara's are just a bit more athletic.
When the M&M worker finals are on at HOYS the Connemaras do tend to dominate, there are a fair few in the plaited classes too.

 

[Double_choc_lab]

We bought a Connie over 6years as a mother hack and daughter low level competition horse. Turned out to be best competition horse we've had, and, still hacks with me around the fields. Started off doing a bit of everything but now mainly does dressage and is about to go Medium. He's so easy on the ground and to take out and about. His sire is Currachmore Cashel but you may need to find him as a grandsire now as he's in his 20s.

 

[millikins]

Are you on the Connemara Pony Community page on FB? There's all types on there.

 

[Molly22]

Are you on the Connemara Pony Community page on FB? There's all types on there.

Yes i am on there.