The IPS Event is all about promoting sport pony breeding in the UK. It is an established fact that in the UK we have some of the best performance pony breeding in the world. What the industry has sadly lacked is any form of focus and method of progression.
The continental breeders and producers have been working collaboratively for many years and they have overtaken the UK industry in production standards, public image and perceived quality.
The best riders in the world have all started their careers on ponies! Surely with the Olympics looming it is time to focus on the up and coming young riders and the ponies they ride. We have the quality, now let’s get together to share ideas and move the industry forward to its rightful place on the leaderboard.
Producers need to talk to the breeders of the ponies they and their clients need. Breeders need to talk to riders, producers and team selection personnel about what is expected in the modern competition pony. With vendors, buyers, producers and studs right here at the IPS event, the industry has an open forum for debate and discussion and perhaps the seeds of collaborative ventures can be sown…
Throughout Friday 2nd October there will be the opportunity to see the best from the sport pony studs in the showcase animals, and to gain insight into the current market with the auction lots from well bred broodmares and proven competition ponies to elite 3 and 4 year olds heading for the top of their sport.
- All breeds and their part-breds up to 158cm are included
- All 3 and 4 year old ponies bought at the IPS Auction are eligible for the IPS £1000 challenge, to be presented in 2010
The IPS event will include not only the showcase and auction displays on the Friday, but also an Equestrian Equipment Auction to include
- carriages, harness and driving equipment
- jumps
- trailers
- horseboxes
- top quality saddles and so on
Please contact the office by telephone or download an Equestrian Equipment auction entry form (sale items minimum value £100).
Friday evening is given over to the dazzling Gala Performance with spotlights on the elite lots, exciting displays and entertainment for all the family. See the Gala page for more details. The Gala Performance evening will be followed by a party with live band and late bar in the Irish Bar.
Please contact the office now for your tickets for the Evening Gala Performance and to reserve catalogues for the Auction.
So, if you have a pony or stud you wish to showcase on the Friday or would like a static display or trade stand, please contact us or download a trade stand entry form. If you have a pony to sell or are looking to buy, please don’t hesitate to contact a member of our helpful and experienced staff with any enquiries see the team page. We have representatives for Ireland, Italy, Switzerland and France. We look forward to hearing from you today!
The auction:
On Saturday 3rd October, get your wallets out as the auction commences at 10am. All lots will be shown in the working in area and again in the main arena before heading for the sale ring. This provides a great opportunity for buyers to check out their fancied lots, and gives vendors maximum exposure in superb surroundings.
The Venue
Aintree International Equestrian Centre provides a world class venue with superb facilities and is easily accessible by road, rail and air.
Visit their website for more information
Ticket and catalogue prices
- Friday and Saturday daytime entry by catalogue - £10
- Friday evening Gala (Main Arena) Grandstand Seating - Adults £5, Family ticket £15
- Irish Bar Party - £10
Who is behind the IPS ?
The concept was initially put together by Meirion Jones and Sally Harris, and has become a reality with the superior managerial and administrative skills of Susie Brown. Now with an experienced core team this new concept has become a reality.
The IPS is the trading name of JBH Events Ltd Reg No 6757325