Black River Welsh Cobs

With breeding season just around the corner, Dixie is getting her very own blue light disco to get her in the mood!

What a week!

After four incredible days at the Royal Welsh Show, I have been immersed in all things Welsh, it’s easy to see why this show is regarded as the greatest show on earth and the mecca for Welsh breeders.

I’ve had the privilege of watching some truly outstanding Welsh Section C and D exhibits and just as rewarding has been the opportunity to meet so many passionate breeders and enthusiasts.

Having my niece Anahera out for some pony time today! She’s growing in confidence every time she comes out and absolutely loves spending time with our little Welsh Mountain Pony, Muffin.

Some pics of Black River Jessie Jay and Black River Brigadier (AI UK) from yesterdays Canterbury All Welsh Show

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Today we headed to the Canterbury All Welsh with Black River Jessie Jay and Black River Brigadier and what a way to finish off our show season! Both ponies preformed brilliantly and couldn't be prouder of them.

Black River Jessie Jay (Arawa Sir Ed x El Alpha Jaylo)
⭐ 1st Section D Dry Mare
⭐ Champion Section D Adult - Winning the Llanfairbyn Limited Edition trophy
⭐ Supreme Champion Section D

Black River Brigadier (Taraco Firecracker UK x Black River Lady Jay)
⭐ 1st Yearling Section D C**t, Filly or Gelding
⭐ Champion Section D Youngstock - Winning the Bolgoed (s) Merry Madog trophy

A huge thank you to the Canterbury Welsh Pony and Cob Group for putting on another fantastic show, your rosettes are truely incredible. A special thank you also goes to the sponsors who's support makes this show
🙏 Stonefields Stud, sponsor of the Section D Adult section
🙏 Antz Gardening & Consulting Ltd, sponsor of the Section D Youngstock section
🙏 Stoneleigh Stud, sponsor of the Supreme Section D rosette
🙏 Welsh Pony & Cob Society of New Zealand, for the society Cob rosette

Canterbury Welsh Enthusiasts Show 2026 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Second show for the season and another successful day for Black River Jessie Jay (Arawa Sir Ed x El Alpha Jay Lo).

🥇Best Presented Welsh Second C or D
🥇Section D Dry Mare
🏆Champion Section D Adult
🏆Best Section D Exhibit

Thank you to the show committee and to the sponsors for an enjoyable day out.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and happy New Year

Wahoo 🥳 excited to announce that Black River Lady Jay has been scanned in foal to the amazing Menai Eurostar. Eurostar boasts a stellar ridden record with wins at Royal Windsor, Olympia, HOY and twice at the Royal Welsh. Looking forward to seeing what these two produce

South Island All Welsh Show 2025, Black River Jessie Jay and Black River Honey Bee both stepped out today and did the stud proud! Today was Jessie Jays showing debut and after taking Champion Section C/D Adult with Honey Bee as Reserve Champion, she went on for Supreme Section C/D Exhibit, winning the Hawker Medallion and then on for Runner Up Supreme Purebred Inhand.

A huge thank you to the show committee for putting on a fantastic show and to Cashmere Park for their sponsorship of the Cob section.

Good way to start to the day, hacking around the farm