Which is bigger – Dartmoor pony foal or Newfoundland dog?!

The Dartmoor Pony Society’s Moorland Show returns with its combined Pony and Dog Show

on Sunday, 1st September 2024, starting at 10am, at Old Playing Fields in Princetown.

A couple of years ago, this gorgeous Newfoundland dog was a Winner at the Dog Show; with a

stunning 2024 Dartmoor pony foal probably not being much bigger!

Come along to this friendly little show: bring your dog or your Dartmoor pony or just enjoy a

day out suitable for all the family.

The Family Dog Show has 10 classes including Best Youngster (18 months and under), Best

Pedigree, Best Crossbreed, Most Handsome Dog and Prettiest Bitch. First prize winners will

compete for the Best in Show and Reserve Best in Show.  Rosettes will be awarded for 1st – 6th place.  Entries will be welcome on the field from 10.30am and judging starts at 11am.  Entry is £1.00 per class.

Pony class pre-entries close on 23rd August, but do enter on the day – just £8 per class.

Dartmoors are especially good family ponies and as well as ‘show’ classes, both in-hand (led)

and ridden, the Moorland Show is very much aimed at families and children, with lead rein

classes for children 3 years plus and young handler classes for youngsters aged 5-14 years.

This Show is for pedigree ponies registered with the Dartmoor Pony Society (DPS) and also

for those listed on the DPS Supplementary Register (SR).

Visitor admission is free, the show field is easy to find and will be well marked as you

approach Princetown from any direction.  Refreshments will be supplied by Philippa Whitley

and there will be a Raffle too!