The Shetland Pony Grand National is a much-loved, family-friendly equestrian race featuring young riders competing on Shetland ponies.

All participating riders are aged between 8 and 14 years old and must be under 5 feet in height, ensuring a safe and balanced competition.  The combination of youthful determination, pony power, and fast-paced action creates an atmosphere that is both thrilling and heart-warming.

Meet our Runners & Riders!

Pony: Cranford Fantastic

Jockey: Charlotte Warner

Owner: Mrs M Shepherd

Trainer: Mrs M Shepherd

Pony: Shelcroft Buttercup

Jockey: Harlow Wiek

Owner: Mrs D Lawrence

Trainer: Mrs D Lawrence

Pony: Damerham Briar Lilly

Jockey: Charlie Harrison-Gigney

Owner: Miss K Harrison & Miss K Maloney

Trainer: Miss K Harrison

Pony:  Slades Dewberry

Jockey: Harriet Williamson

Owner: Ms J Wedgbury

Trainer: Mrs C Williamson

Pony: Merkisayre Calvados

Jockey: Ava O’Driscoll

Owner: Miss P Dadson

Trainer: Miss P Dadson

Pony: Okehurst Florence

Jockey: Sienna Marriott

Owner: Mrs S Marriott

Trainer: Mrs J Naylor Davis

Pony: Firle Ruben

Jockey: Hetty Roddis

Owner: Mrs H Roddis

Trainer: Mrs H Roddis

Pony:  Beeftub Felix

Jockey: Imogen Goddard

Owner: Mrs H Goddard

Trainer: Mr J Goddard

Pony: Firle Lord Edmund

Jockey: Ellie Day

Owner: Mrs S Day

Trainer: Mrs S Day