Seller’s Information

We welcome entries from all countries, breeds, and studbooks.

The Auction is to be run on continental lines, with an emphasis on presentation so youngstock must be halter broken, mannerly and used to loose schooling.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ARE ANY ANIMALS TO BE TIED TO HORSEBOXES TRAILERS ETC. NO HAYNETS ALLOWED OUTSIDE.

Contact us now to book your inspection place

Vetting of Horses

All horses have a two Stage Vetting for acceptance into the Auction:

  1. The First Vetting must be carried out within 28 days prior to the Auction
  2. The Second Vetting takes place whilst stabled at the Auction Centre at request of Purchaser. Blood will be taken randomly from Auction lots except foals and broodmares.

Clearance

All horses and ponies must be removed from the sale premises by 20:00 hrs on the day of the sale.

Location

Aintree International  Equestrian Centre
Ormskirk Road
Aintree
Liverpool
L9 5AS

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Local Accommodation

For a list of local accommodation please click here.

Catering

On site catering is available in the Main Arena and Irish Bar.

Contacts

Our team of staff have all been chosen for their depth of experience, knowledge and expertise in their own individual equestrian discipline.

Helpful hints

Nervous about selling at an auction? Don’t be!

Here is our quick guide to how an auction works and top tips for selling your pony or ponies. Don’t forget members of our helpful and knowledgeable team will be on hand to guide you through the simple process.

  • If you have not already done so, please download an entry form or phone the office on
    01248 422386 to have forms sent to you in the post.
  • On this form we will ask if you want to put a reserve on the animal - this is the minimum price you will accept. This is not disclosed to buyers.
  • Please keep your descriptions brief and factual and include the registration number(s) of any affiliated body eg. BSPS, BE, BD, BSJA. Include details of any winnings to date
  • All ponies are sold according to our general Terms and Conditions of Sale
  • On arrival at the stable security gate we will present you with your lot number and matching stable number in exchange for your pony’s passport. The lot number must be firmly affixed and displayed on the bridle and is not to be removed until the pony is off the premises - whether sold or unsold.
  • If you have last minute details relating to your sale please ensure the auctioneer is aware of them - ask IPS staff to pass on these details if you are unable to speak to them directly.
  • When your pony is sold and if the purchaser wishes to have it vetted, you must be present in case any problems are found and the lot fails the vet. In this case, the sale will fall through and you will need to obtain a Not Sold pass from the office
  • If, unfortunately your pony does not sell, you will need to obtain a Not Sold pass from the office to be able to remove the animal from the premises. Your passport will be returned to you upon receipt of the Not Sold pass at the stable security gate

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The 2009 Internationl Pony Showcase and Auction takes place at Aintree International Equestrian Centre on Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd October 2009.

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For sellers

Booking forms