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Section B is one of four distinct categories in the Welsh Pony and Cob society classifications. Developed from the native Welsh Mountain Pony (Section A), the Section B was bred with an emphasis on refinement, creating a slightly larger pony with more elegant conformation while retaining the toughness and surefootedness of its origins. Influences from Arabian and Thoroughbred bloodlines further contributed to their sophistication, lending them their characteristic beauty and grace.
Standing between 12.2 and 13.2 hands high, Welsh Section B ponies are renowned for their balanced proportions and athletic build. They have a distinctive head with a refined jaw, large expressive eyes, and well-set ears. Their arched neck, sloping shoulders, and strong hindquarters ensure both power and elegance. They come in a wide variety of solid coat colours, including grey, chestnut, bay, and black. The Welsh Section B pony is celebrated for its friendly and intelligent temperament, making it an ideal partner for riders of all ages. Its natural athleticism and willingness to work make it a standout in a variety of equestrian disciplines, from show jumping and dressage to driving and pony club activities.
While often seen as a child's pony due to its manageable size and kind nature, the Section B is also a favourite among smaller adult riders and driving enthusiasts. Its versatility ensures that it can transition effortlessly between competitive environments and family life. The Welsh Section B pony is not only a symbol of Wales' equestrian heritage but also a beloved breed worldwide. Breeders and enthusiasts work tirelessly to preserve its unique qualities, ensuring its place in the hearts of pony lovers for generations to come. Whether gracing the show ring or traversing the countryside, the Welsh Section B pony remains a shining example of elegance, adaptability, and the enduring spirit of its homeland.
In the UK we are lucky enough to have beautiful native horses and ponies roaming our land. Some of the Native breeds originate from particular regions across the UK & Ireland and roam in semi-wild herds that are accustomed to their particular environments. They graze in harsh, vast landscapes where hill farmers with commoner’s rights are custodians of these breeds. They care for them, protect them, ensuring their safety, health and continuing the long line of ancient gene pools continue for these native breeds to thrive and be healthy. Other native breeds are traditional workhorses with a long history of working alongside men from agriculture to industry over the years.
Their environments are changing, from intensive agriculture, expansive building, fencing off vast areas of moorland which restricts grazing, lack of interest in native breeds from horse enthusiasts, hill farmers whose families have farmed their land for many generations are unable to pass down their farms to new generations due to financial pressures and changes to farming legislation. All these elements are diminishing the likelihood of a future in the wild for our rare native breeds.
I’m passionate about our rare native breeds and the natural habitats they live in. I have loved every minute of creating this wonderful book project. I hope that Wild Hearts will raise the profile of our native breeds who have grazed and shaped our land for hundreds of years – some of which are facing possible extinction.
At a time when our world is fragile and in need of great change and care from us all. I believe it’s so important to cherish all our environments, nature and animals. With a passionate message of conservation at its heart, once complete, I hope that my fine art horse photography art book aim will show people the heart and soul of these wonderful breeds and to encourage people to support these vulnerable breeds, either by protecting them in their natural environment or by buying a registered pony; a step which could help save these rare breeds.
| Print Size (ISO) | 45cm x 32cm, 17.7in x 12.6in (Fits A3 frame), 64cm x 47cm, 25.2in x 18.5in (Fits A2 frame), 89cm x 65cm, 35in x 25.6in (Fits A1 frame) |
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| Frame Option | Sanctuary frame, Unframed (print only) |
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