National Pony Society Scotland Finals Sponsors

Baileys Horse Feeds
Baileys Horse Feeds logoBaileys Horse Feeds is a family owned and run business, founded in 1982, with two generations working to progress equine nutrition in the 21st century. So many of the people behind the Baileys brand is that they are true horse men and women, with many of them not just owning horses but actively competing, racing and breeding them. This means that we’re familiar with the practicalities of keeping and feeding horses, we know the challenges our customers face and we understand their needs.

Our nutrition team constantly review the latest scientific research into feed technology and equine nutrition. All the ingredients we use are chosen because we believe they are the best for the horse and all are carefully selected for their quality and suitability. This, along with our meticulous production techniques, means that a bag of Baileys really is different from a bag of feed from another manufacturer; the digestibility is outstanding, so your horse gets more per scoop, with a balance of nutrients that means a Baileys-fed horse stands out with a glossy coat and superb muscle tone. 

Our team of nutritionists is also available to offer no obligation, practical advice and to help you explore all your feeding options. They can be contacted during office hours by phone or email, certainly won’t advocate change for the sake of it and may simply reassure you that you are doing the right thing. For friendly, practical advice, the Baileys team are hard to beat.
www.baileyshorsefeeds.co.uk

 


 

Kilmannan StudKilmannan Stud logo
The Kilmannan Stud was formed in 1992 by Bill Ireland at Kilmannan Farm, near Glasgow. The Stud began when Bill purchased an unregistered Dales-type gelding who he drove in Private Driving & In Hand classes with some success. As the pony was ageing, Bill decided to purchase a replacement in the form of Dales stallion Slaypits Black Magic.

He was primarily bought to drive but soon after he arrived it was decided that he should be shown under saddle. Since Magic arrived, mares were purchased and youngsters arrived and the stud now has in excess of 25 Dales Ponies. The Kilmannan ponies' successes in the show ring are too numerous to mention, but include numerous appearances at HOYS and Olympia.
www.kilmannan.demon.co.uk

 


 

Kingfisher  
Kingfisheruk.com is delighted to again sponsor the NPS Scotland “mountain and moorland” working hunter championship for 2012.  Kingfisher’s association with native ponies & NPS began when Gordon & Alison Grainger bought their first Connemara pony in 2003 at which time Gordon also acquired “Kingfisher”.     In the intervening years “Kingfisher” has expanded to become one of the U.K’s leading on-line retailers of exterior paints, sealers and timber stains and the number of Connemaras has increased from one to three.
 
“Kingfisher” is based in Ulverston in the Lake District with a busy trade counter at Glasgow and distributes U.K-wide to online, retail and trade customers.  From wood stain for your stables to epoxy paint for a tack room floor, kingfisheruk.com has something for everyone.  In fact this year Kingfisher is again supplying “5 year wood stain” to the course builders of Blair and other international events.  This year also sees the launch of a much expanded range of our “Weatherflex” 15 year masonry paints, featuring Lakeland inspired colours.  In the increasingly digital world kingfisheruk.com offers a real alternative to traditional DIY stores with specialist advice always available and discounts for NPS members.  
 

By sponsoring the “NPS Scotland M&M working hunter championship” Kingfisher hopes to support the aims of the society in promoting awareness of our wonderful native ponies and providing a first class calendar of classes which show-case their unique beauty, rugged character and versatility.   We wish everyone the very best of luck in the coming season and look forward to seeing you.

 

   


 

 

Scottish Horse

SCOTTISH HORSE, part of the Scottish Farmer magazine, offers unrivalled weekly news and event report coverage and prides itself on the independent position the magazine offers.

In addition the monthly Scottish Horse supplement – which was launched seven years ago after a gap in the market was spotted – is packed with advice from Scotland’s leading experts from veterinary care, feeding, a topical showing column as well as up-to-date news and independent features from award winning writers.

The weekly news, shows, and results service within the Scottish Horse pages of The Scottish Farmer magazine is a must read for all horse owners and riders with extensive coverage across all disciplines each week.

Our website www.scottishhorse.co.uk is updated daily with breaking news and show reports, has a look at it for more information and to be kept up-to-date with what’s happening in the equestrian world.

  

 


 

 

Kilgraston 
Kilgraston is Scotland’s largest girls’ boarding school and is set in 54 acres of beautiful parkland in Bridge of Earn, just south of Perth. With an Equestrian centre featuring a 60m x 40m floodlit arena (Kilgraston is the only school in Scotland with this facility on site), an International sized all-weather hockey pitch, 8 all-weather tennis courts, sports hall with climbing wall and fitness suite and a 25m indoor swimming pool there is enough to keep the girls occupied!
 

Scholarship day takes place on Saturday 4th February, 2012. Academic, Art, Music and Sports scholarships are available for pupils for entry to U3rd (P7) through to U6th (S6).  Bursaries are also available. Please contact Mrs Linda-Anne Drane (Principal’s PA) on 01738 812257 or by email at headoffice@kilgraston.com for further information.

 

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