WELSH FESTIVAL OF THE HORSE

4th and 5th September 2010

 

Background & History

 

Main Ring Attractions

 

Exhibitors

 

Trade Stands

 

Dogs

 

Tickets & Directions

 

Accommodation

 

Press & Media Area

 

What's New & News

 

Links 

 

Links

In this page we've gathered together some of the websites you might find interesting and useful.  If you'd like to see a link here, please email us. 

 

Organisers, event support and local information

 

Neath Port Talbot Council -  pages of information on Margam Park and local transport. 

Arena Pontardawe - local venue and expertise in event management

Welsh Equine Council  - Organisation to promote equestrianism in Wales

Greyhound Rescue Wales - Leading greyhound charity in Wales

Pontardawe Arts Centre - part of Neath Port Talbot Council, and providing our online ticket sales.  

St. John's Ambulance Brigade - Providing first aid cover for the event. 

The Valleys Heart and Soul - promoting South Wales for tourism and inward investment

South Wales Events - comprehensive listings for all sorts of events in South Wales

 

 

Staying in the area

 

Field Studies Council  - Accommodation in Margam Park and information on environmental education

Twelve Knights Hotel - Very conveniently situated close to the park, with accommodation, food and Brains beer. Free Wi-Fi and online booking for accommodation.   

Morgans Hotel Swansea - Five star luxury situated in the centre of Swansea

Bluebell Hotel Neath - in the heart of Neath

Village Premier Swansea - On Fabian Way, with fast, easy access to M4

Ramada Jarvis Hotel - on Swansea's lakeside Enterprise area

 

Exhibitors And Traders

 

Knights of Arkley - Medieval combat in the main arena. 

Jive Pony - Amazing vaulting and gymnastics by glamorous riders and gorgeous horses.  A main ring attraction. 

Extreme Horse Riding - Lots of information on horse surfing and all sorts of amazing riding and stunt work. 

Ffoslas Racecourse - a prestigious new racecourse in South West Wales offering racing and a whole range of events, hospitality and more. 

South Wales Horse Driving Trials Group - Group for teaching and promoting carriage driving, set up by Rowena Moyse.

Highland Pony Enthusiasts Club - promoting a wide range of activities and interest in the breed. 

Welsh Pony and Cob Society - For all four beautiful Sections of Welsh ponies and cobs. 

Endurance GB - British Long Distance Riding Association - find out more about Britain's fastest growing equestrian sport

 

Burns Pet Nutrition - high quality food for dogs and other pets

Help for Heroes - a great charity fundraising for our injured troops

Remelli Equestrian Jewellery - beautiful and unique equestrian themed jewellery

Formal Hire - A great place to hire or buy formal wear including Welsh cilts and tartans

White Hill Equine - cards and prints for horse and dog lovers

Tilley Frazer Equestrian - everything for horse and rider

The Hunting Stock Market - dedicated supplier of specialist hunting wear and accessories

Quad Bike Wales - Wales' largest supplier of quad bikes, parts and accessories 

Costco - great shopping at wholesale prices

Seren Publishers - an independent publisher working in Wales, publishing books about Wales or by Welsh authors in the English language

 

Dogs Trust - a national charity working to improve dog welfare

Merlin's Magicians - Fabulous flyball fun with a team of dogs.  Fast, noisy and very, very addictive. 

Crafty Canine Dog Club - Showing what well trained dogs can do.  Come along and pick up some tips for your four legged friend and turn them from a delinquent to a charmer. 

Hope Rescue - A leading animal rescue charity that co-ordinates dog rescue, especially dogs that are in pounds and are at risk of imminent euthanasia.   Find out about adoption, fostering, sponsorship and shopping! 

Four Paws Animal Rescue - A rescue charity based in South Wales, but has foster homes and offers adoption across the UK.  We primarily help pound dogs that are in danger of being killed if nobody adopts them at the end of their seven days.  Come along and find out about fostering, volunteering, adopting and our range of fabulous merchandise, gifts and goodies. 

Ceredigion Animal Rescue and Education - Registered charity working in the Ceredigion area of Wales to find good homes for abandoned dogs and to educate the public about responsible pet ownership. 

Swansea Vale Agility Club - Club for people in the Swansea valley/ Neath and Port Talbot area who are interested in dog agility training and competitions.  

 

Other sites of interest

 

Houndmistress - essential information on microchipping for all Welsh dog owners or dogs visiting Wales

Your Dog Magazine - Leading magazine for dog enthusiasts

 Horse and Country TV - Specialist equestrian TV channel, available through satellite and cable.

Rural TV - Another specialist TV channel with programmes on equestrian interest, music, agriculture and rural lifestyle and crafts. 

Horse and Hound magazine - Lots of equestrian news and a very popular website.  

Welsh Country Magazine - the Welsh magazine that's for everyone with a passion for Welsh country life

Gower Show - One of the oldest Welsh agricultural shows with an action packed programme. 

Equine Tourism - Wonderful resource site of information on equine events and holidays, both in the UK and abroad. 

 

Come back soon for more links. 

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