Monday 25 October 2010

Another tiny new arrival

I am delighted to announce the arrival of our latest VERY tiny pony, Maisie.
Maisie is only 29" to her shoulder, which is an incredible 7" smaller than Poppy!
She is a very pale strawberry roan and looks a very pale grey. Like Poppy she has a mass of mane-perfect for smaller children and children with special needs to feel and hold. She is termed a miniature Shetland pony, whereas Poppy is a midi Shetland pony. Previously Maisie has had a foal-can you imagine how small that must have been?
Maisie is very used to children and loves to be fussed.
Whilst everyone will adore Maisie, she will entertain tiny tots (2-3 year olds) and older girls (10-14 year olds)at their parties as she'll be fab for pampering!

Christmas pony activities


Why not let your child spend a wonderful hour decorating one of our ponies with reindeer antlers, sleigh bells, leg warmers and Christmas decorations plus a short ride too.
We have some some public sessions available on our events diary which are only £12.50 per child, alternatively you can come and have your own exclusive Christmas experience for up to 4 children-just email or ring to arrange.
This activity is suitable for ages 2-10.
I might even tell you all about my own pony Christmas story!

Thursday 14 October 2010

Kids half term pony holiday activities


Looking for something different to do in Cheshire with the kids over half term?
We've got some fun kids pony activities to suit ages 2 up and including adults!
Take a peek at our 90 minute activities, some for the 4-10 age group and some for the over 8's including adults.
Our popular hour long pony experiences are also running during the half term which cater for the 2-10 age group.
Either book in to one of the dates on our events diary or contact me to arrange your own exclusive group visit.
Happy holidaying!

Friday 8 October 2010

Amanda's tales-My missing horse

Listening to Richard Madeley yesterday morning on BBC2 I was tempted to ring in-they were talking about things returning after going missing and their sports reporter talked about losing his dog-well I can top that with knobs on several time!
MANY years ago, when I was about 13, I used to bring my pony home for the week-end so I could play with her and watch her as kids do! My dad kindly created an area in the garage which was safe for her to stay overnight!
My younger sisters used to ride her on the garden without any bridle or saddle, which does seem a bit silly now! We didn't have a gate on the drive so my mum used to block it with her car.
Now one of my sisters, Jo is extremely horsey and one isn't. The one that isn't horsey was having a go on my pony, a VERY spirited 13.2h dun, arab, welsh mountain cross 5 year old mare, called Caprice. Caprice obviously decided she'd had enough and took to the air over the boot of my mums yellow Austin 1300 and off home with my sister still ontop. Fortunately she had the sense to bail out (technical term for falling off!).
She came running in and I immediately ran out of the other gate to see if I could see Caprice-in my stocking feet-no time for shoes.
Off I went following the trail by asking various neighbours and car drivers who had been stopped by the apparition 'Have you seen a horse?".
I'm no runner so she had gained some headway! I ran about half a mile towards the main road at which point I stopped a bus, explained what had happened and he took me to nearer Caprices' field.
At this point (still no shoes) someone told me that some guy had tried to lassoo her (no chance!) and I just thought 'that's going to make her even more determined not to be caught!".
D'you know I can't actually remember the details of what then happened, apart from she made it back to her field safely and my parents didn't receive any insurance claims!
Which reminds me about the Christmas Day 'gone out for the day' saga!
Anyway I think that tops a dog going missing!
What do you think!
PS if anyone has any info about Caprice (guess she's long gone by now) please get in touch. She lived with us for about 17 years and then went to a pony club home near Lambourne I think? I hope she went out in style.
What fun we had Caprice.You taught me so much. Fond memories

Pony craft activities for pony mad kids birthday party

Need some ideas for activities for a pony birthday party? Look no further.
We offer a number of pony craft activities during our parties and can provide you with some tried and tested, inexpensive ideas to delight your pony party guests.
Simply email me and I'll forward a copy.
Simple!

Wednesday 6 October 2010

One Chester mum's stress free kids party

'It was the most relaxing kids party I've done'
was one comment that we received following one of our pony parties. Why? Because we recognise that kids parties can be stressful for parents so we offer a complete and flexible party package.
We can provide you with pony invites for all your guests.
No need to think about party tea-we have a local lady who provides a home-made party tea with all the things you'd expect in a kids party tea-selection of sandwiches, drink, crisps, sausages, fruit and veg and a fairy cake. It always receives good reviews.
We can provide quality, filled pony party bags so you don't have to spend hours searching for suitable party bag gifts.
Alternatively we can supply you with party bag contents for you to include in your own party bags.
We can even supply a fantastic, personalised pony cake in either plain or chocolate!
And whilst the children (and often the parents) are busy pampering and riding, we provide complimentary hot drinks for the parents, plenty of seating and some magazines.
So you can simply relax and enjoy your child's party.
To book your relaxing child's party simply ring or email us and we can handle (almost!) everything for you.