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OCTOBER 2023 ISSUE 163
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A word from our editor Dear Reader, October is upon us! As I write, the final preparations are being made for HOYS and we are just days away from leaving. As I mentioned in the last issue, the quality of natives and the standard of production in the qualifiers this year has been truly outstanding. Every exhibit in the final lineup is a credit to their breeder, owner, producer and rider. How wonderful if you are all four! By the time this reaches you, we will know how the finals play out and I look forwards to bringing you word of this in the NEXT issue. Don’t forget that if you want to shine a light on a special pony’s achievements, you can nominate them for the SEIB British Showing World Awards, set to be announced in December at Stoneleigh Park. Nominations are open on the Showing World website now. You can also nominate riders, handlers and teams, so please do! I’m also looking forwards to being able to turn attention to some other disciplines, which will come to the fore as the show season dies down. Remember, if you or someone you know are competeing succesfully in other disciplines, please do let us know. It’s always a pleasure to highlight the versatility of our wonderful ponies. Somehow, I don’t think you’ll be turning those sporty natives away, and will have lots of fun on the cards! Finally, Native Pony relies on its team of contributors. If you feel that you would be interested in making contributions to our magazine, contact me via email at beth.simons@showingworldonline.co.uk to discuss possibilities. See you next time, Beth
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Contents Features 6.
Ruth on the Hoof goes to Shetland
17. Showing Stars 26. NPS Scotland Finals
Regulars 31. Fell Roundup 32. Dales Roundup 34.
Shetland Roundup
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COVER PHOTO: Gloria Nolan riding homebred Ardnehue Maxamillion. Photo by 1st Class Images Disclaimer: The view and opinions expressed within the magazine are not necessarily those of the editor or Showing World Limited and while every effort has been made to ensure the information contained in the magazine is correct and current at the date of publication, Showing World Limited will not accept any liability. Showing World Limited will not be held responsible for the appearance of photographic material supplied without the necessary consent, copyright and/or photographer’s details.
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