2007 News


 

December 2007


 

11thDecember
Introducing Moelwyn Kracker.
 

  Yet another new face to the team. "Billy" is a 2 year old Welsh A Gelding. Full details will be up on the Youngstock page in a couple days time.

 

9th December
Merry Christmas.
 

Merry Xmas from all here at Cherrytop Stud.

 

7th December
Welcome Freya and Rayman.
 

 Today we went and collected two new arrivals. Covdale Inspiration (filly Foal) & Covdale Contradiction (4 yrs Gelding) both Registered Dartmoor's.

 

1st December
OUCH!!!
 

Drakelands Jimney was gelded today. Ready for the 2008 season.

 

 

November 2007


 

23rd September
Welcome home boy.
 

After a year away with friends Skellorn Gold Coin has returned home. And we can not wait to get him out and about ourselfs.

 

24th & 25th November
New jockeys and Equine Fair.
 

 Also new to the team is Kelly and Katie Church and then get straight into things taking part at the SW Equine Fair at WestPoint. Kelly riding Stourton Sloe Berry and Katie riding Bi-Bridge Party Girl.

 

14th November
Welcoming new Stud Stallion

New to the team Chris Church. Having worked with Horses previously and got into showing last year he's come and joined our team. What has he got himself in for lol.

 

6th November
RIP Roselea.

Year to the day we (her family and friends) lots roselea. Still very strong in our hearts. Loving you forever.

 

4th November
CHAMPION FOAL.

 

Today we had a lovely trip up to Solihull to the British National foal show. We hoped to come home with a rosette but when Lotuspoint Pip Squeak was pulled to win his class, we were all over the moon. To top the day off by standing CHAMPION SHETLAND FOAL OF THE YEAR was incredible.

 

 

October 2007


 

21st October
LOTS OF SHOWRING STARS!
 

What a couple of weekends we have had. Seeing us win 7 1st's and a Reserve Champion (See Results for full list)

 

10th October
The Last Four!
 

Today the Final 4 ponies Owned by Sacha E Rose from Norfolk arrived. Introducing Churtoncroft Owain, Bi-Bridge Party Girl, Denwyn Myfanwy & Wexland Shani Gogh. (See Productions)

 

1st October
More Welcomes to the Team!
 

Well today we welcomed Denwyn Brenin Y Brythwch, Denwyn Welsh Queen & Menth Lady Annabella to the show team. (See Productions)

All Owned by Sacha E Rose from Norfolk. More due in next week.

 

 

September 2007


 

23rd September
Several Welcomes.
 

Today we had a trip up the M5/M6 to pick up our new Shetland foal Lotuspoint Pip Squeak (see photo). Thank you to Everyone at Lotuspoint Stud for selling me this stunning boy.

We also picked up Runshaw Henadur who we are producing for Sacha Rose, He joins Cherrytop Foxy Lady Who Sacha has bought off us. More ponies due in next week (see productions).

 

13th September
News from old friends.
 

Heard from Dukeshill Braveheart and his owner Monica.

He's doing very well with his tiny owner (see photo). We can not wait to see you both out next year.

 

11th September
We have a Topper

YAY! We now have a topper for our little tractor.

 

8th September
Goodbye and good luck.

Today Vanessa Gilbert left the yard with Golden Kings Express, who's been part of the team for over 4 years. Vanessa also took Lidgett Black Orchid (who we half own) to keep her company.

Also today Meredith Flying Star went off on loan with S Harris in Bideford. Good luck to you all!

 

1st- 2nd September
Family Reunion.

  Was lovely to see 3 Cherrytop Bred ponies competing at the SWPA Championships over the weekend.

Cherrytop Imperial Starlight - Reserve Supreme Light Horse

(as well as several wins and championships)

Cherrytop Moonlight Lady - Reserve Champion LR WHP

(as well as several wins and championships)

And our own Cherrytop Blaze Of Glory - once again helped Tom Clark to Win and take Champion Handler.

 

 

August 2007


 

14th August
Welcome.
 

While at P(UK) we picked up a new chap for the team.

Welcome Holyrood Sensation, Dartmoor Stallion.

Thank you to Ruth for loaning us this super champ.

He already given us a Super 3rd at P(UK)

(For more details on Sid please see the Stallions page)

 

14th - 18th August
P(UK) Summer Championships.
 

We had some super results over the week. They will be in the results section soon (Lots of photos).

Huge well done to Tom Clark who was Reserve Champion in the Handler final with Golden Kings Express and Champion in the Open Handler with Cherrytop Blaze Of Glory.

 

11th August
We have a tractor

I have been shopping on Ebay again. This time I have bought a David Brown 1966, with loader. We welcome this little tractor to our team.

 

9th August
See you next year.

Today Perchance To Dream went back home to Betty and Jim Woods. We may see Puck back again next year

 

5th August
Well Done William and Coco.

Just heard (bit behind) that Cherrytop Imperial Starlight took The WPB First Ridden Championship and the Junior Championship at the National Welsh and Part Bred Show
I am so pleased for her little owner and rider William.
They have had a super season so far.

Also well done to Cherrytop Moonlight Lady and her owner who won at NPS area 25 in the Lead Rein SHP.

 

 

July 2007


 

23rd July
Terribly Sad Day Here at Cherrytop Stud.
 

RIP 1993 - 2007

Today we sadly lost Arvon Pedro. He was a Huge part of the family.

You were my little white shinning star.....
Fly over Rainbow bridge my little Pegasus pony.
We will meet again, but Roselea is waiting for you!

 

20th July
Mares Scanned.

Today we had the girls Scanned to see who's in foal. Sadly Lidget Black Orchid is not in foal But, Lemonshill Stardust, Priskhouse Burnadette & Glynceirch Ffion. Well Done Girls and boys. We have also heard that Thorneyside Sable is Also In Foal.

 

14th July
A little trip up North!

Today we all had a little trip up north to look at some ponies for Vanessa!!! You will have to keep watching in here to see what arrives in October.

 

7th July
Went Judging.

Due to the lack of show running because of the weather, today I Judge the Showing Ring at Dunsford Show. Was a lovely day & some lovely ponies. It's Nice to have the time to give something back.

 

 

June 2007


 

18th June
Finally Friars Merle Delivers....

What a lovely present to wake up to. Merle has finally decided it's time for us all to see what she's been hiding. So we Introduce Cherrytop (?), Chestnut, Filly, with 4 whites & Blaze. Welsh A.

She will have her own page in the next couple of days.

 

16th June
Trip To Scotland.

Today we had a lovely trip up to Annan in Scotland to Deliver Terackie Twts to her new lovely Owner Miss J Graham.

We wish you all the best and good luck for the future.

 

10th June
Bushmoor Sea Spirit WINS!

Today at the SWPA Welsh Show Spirit won and went on to stand CHAMPION CREMELLO, for all our results from the show Click Here.

 

8th June
Mcilveen Mattie now has a Daughter.

Mattie is now the proud dad to a Stunning filly. Born this morning at 9:05am. Mother and daughter are doing well. Thank you Lucy for keeping us up-to-date with how they are doing.

 

 

May 2007


 

28th May
Mcilveen Mattie's Son WINS.

At 4 weeks old Mattie's first foal Magic is already a show ring star.

He went to the NPA Devon Show today and won both best Large Breed foal classes and went on to stand Reserve Champion Foal.

 

27th May
Another homebred Hits the showring!

Today Cherrytop Firefox and his owner Addie Marshall made there showring debut at The White Rose Riding Club Show. They have started with a bang, winning the Pure/Part/Anglo Arab Ridden & Qualifying for the 'Ultimate Showcase' at the Yorkshire Showground.

 

26th May
Goodbye and Good Luck.

Dukeshill Braveheart went to his new home today. We could not have wished for a better family for him and we wish you all the best for the future. Also we can not wait to see him out in the ring.

 

23rd May
Thorneyside Sable comes to visit Mattie .

After giving Jenny the foal she had dreamed of this year by Mcilveen Mattie, She was booked straight back to him and came this evening to be covered. We have also covered some of our own mares.

 

20th May
Still On Form.

Sarah and Metal Bridge (Pete) went to Eggesford Hunt Open Hunter Trial, today. They did the Pairs (with Jo & her horse) there first pairs class. They had a lovely clear round and amazingly finished 2nd.
Then Sarah and Pete did the 2f6 and again a lovely clear.
They ending up 5th out of 60+

 

13th May
Continuing there good form!

Cherrytop Imperial Starlight and William Bentley Lovell come 3rd at Royal Windsor Horse Show in the Show Pony First Ridden.

 

7th May
The Winning Streak Continues.

Golden Kings Express takes the £100 Supreme Championship at the Spooner's and West Dartmoor Country Show.

Harriet and Stourton Sloe Berry win at her 2nd ever show.

 

6th May
What a Busy day!

While we went to a show today (see results), Vanessa and Barry had a little trip to Wales to pick a new Lady for Mattie.

Introducing Lidgett Black Orchid (17yrs) Black Welsh D Mare.

We are so pleased that she has joined us here.

She will have her own page over the next week.

 

 

 

April 2007


 

29th April
Mcilveen Mattie is Now a Daddy.

Got the phone call at 6:30am to say that Thorneyside Sable had foaled. It is a Strapping Chestnut Colt with 4 white socks, something Jenny (owner) has been after for a long time.

 

21st April
Good Bye and Good Luck

Today we waved off Chapeloak May Queen, back to Cornwall. May is still For Sale, So if you are looking for a Top class 143cm SHP do get in touch and we can pass you on to her owners.

 

14th April
Metal Bridge Continues To Improve

Pete and Sarah have been out again today. Clear round in both the Novice 2f3" and Restricted 2f6"

 

12th April
Update from a Homebred.

Got a lovely email today from the Owners of Cherrytop Firefox. They hope to have him out to some shows soon and will let us know how they get on.

 

10th April
FLYING PONY!

Harriet has been up to work the ponies again today and had a super ride on 4 ponies. Including jumping Cherrytop Blaze Of Glory over 3f. She has her 1st show on the 29th April.

 

6th April
AGAIN LOTS OF NEWS

Today was the SWPA Good Friday Show. We has a very busy day taking 5 ponies. For our results see -RESULTS

We also have a new Rider to the team,

Introducing Harriet Gamwell (13 ).

Hopefully you will be seeing lots more of Harriet.

 

2nd April
WELCOME BACK & INTRODUCING.

After a little trip to Wales we welcome back Runshaw Cariadog who is back out with his best friend Stourton Sloe Berry and Introduce Sunny. He is a little Project I have bought.

 

1st April
LOTS OF NEWS

Today Metal Bridge and Sarah competed in their 2nd Hunter Trail .

 

 

March 2007


 

17th/18th March
Welcome Mountpleasant Morning Glory!

Chico arrived yesterday (17th) from his owner/breeder Mrs V Thomas (Pembrokeshire). He is a super 12hh Welsh B Gelding. Today he's already given a super ride to Dan. Chico is here to be sold so if you are looking for a TOP CLASS M&M/SHP/WHP Please get in touch.

 

 

15th March
NEW FORUM
 

 

South West Pony Association are proud to Open their new Forum;

The Nags Roost.

 

 

 

11th March
Metal Bridge Changes Careers Again.
 

Well Sarah took Pete to his first ever Cross County Today. What a pro he was, only having 2 stops on his 1st ever go. He then went in HC and had a lovely CLEAR ROUND.

So watch this space for more results for Metal Bridge.

 

 

1st March
OOOOPS! Another new person.
  Introducing Bittleford Chimes (Chimes) 11 year old, Dartmoor Mare.

Thank you to Heather for letting us have Chimes. I am sure she will soon become part of the team and a Future wife for Sherberton Black Knight.

 

 

February 2007


 

25th February
Good bye, See you later and Welcome.
 

What a long day. We said goodbye to Runshaw Cariadog, who has gone to be a Driving Pony.  Skellorn Gold Coin has gone to his home away from home in Lancashire.

But we also welcome from Lancashire FRIARS MERLE.

Thank you Jill Tattersall for letting us buy this stunning mare.

 

 

 

17th February
Went to watch Metal Bridge
  We went to watch "Pete" at the Silverton Hunt Breakfast Meet with his loaner Sarah Lyons.

Click on the PHOTO to see more photos from the meet.

 

 

 

14th February
Helen's Birthday

  Helen's birthday today 23 Years old!

 

 

5th February
LOLA'S NEW TOP
  Lola finally has her own named top for the show.

So watch out for her on 2007.

 

 

5th February
First show on the season this Saturday
  Finally the show season is about to start. The lorry is newly MOT. Ponies are starting to loose their winter coats and are working nicely. This Weekend 10th February is our 1st show of the season SWPA WHP SHOW at Poltimore, Exeter. Hope to see you there!

 

 

4th February
Good Bye and Good Luck

Today Abbeybells Pride And Joy (PJ) started his journey off to his new home in SWEDEN!

We wish Susanna and her daughter all the best for the future.

 

 

January 2007


 

 

20th January
Welcome a new pony and a new colour!
  Today we travelled to Pembs in Wales to pick up this little new boy Bushmoor Sea Spirit (rising 3).

We thank Vick for letting us have this lovely Cremello Colt.

Spirit will have his own page soon.

 

 

15th January
Off to Pastures new!
 Today we waved off, Eppynt Pogo who is off to Bristol and Rocket Of Crafton who is of to Scotland.

We wish them all the best in there new homes.

 

1st January

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