New series with £1,000 top prize to reward consistent combinations

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The British Show Pony Society (BSPS) and Marnie-Grange Stud have announced a new series to reward consistent combinations, sponsored by Alan Marnie.

New for 2026, the BSPS Marnie-Grange Stud leading pony of the year awards will allow combinations to make consistency count by accumulating points in their relevant sections over designated shows holding qualifying classes for the Royal International Horse Show (RIHS) – including the final – and London International (LIHS) within an agreed timeframe throughout the season. Prizes of £50, £30 and £20 will be awarded in each class, and rosettes to sixth place.

Bethan Simons
Bethan Simons
H&H showing editor

Bethan joined Horse & Hound as showing editor in January 2025, after spending two years as Editor for Showing World. Having adored ponies since childhood, she started showing as a teenager and has enjoyed wins at major shows up and down the country, including Royal Highland, New Forest, and the Royal Welsh, as well as HOYS, RIHS and London. She is particularly passionate about Welsh breeds and is also a Welsh language commentator.