New Forest Horses in Harlow, Essex

1 New Forest Horses in Harlow, Essex

Sensible offers 13.2hh gelding

Selling a project pony (late starter). Oscar, 13.2hh, 14 years old, Exmoor x New Forest bay gelding. Oscar is a handsome boy with a lot of presence and character. He loves to hack out and is good with

Hannah S.

Hockley, Essex(26.8mi)

FAQs

Are there wild horses in the New Forest?

There are no truly wild horses in the New Forest; all free-roaming ponies are semi-feral and owned by local commoners with historic grazing rights, meaning they are cared for rather than wild or ownerless.

Why can't you touch New Forest ponies?

You cannot touch New Forest ponies because although they roam freely, they are semi-feral and often wary of humans; touching them can cause distress to the ponies and may pose a safety risk to people.

What are the horses called in the New Forest?

The horses found in the New Forest are called New Forest ponies, a distinct local breed that plays an important role in maintaining the natural landscape and ecology of the area.

Are New Forest ponies good for beginners?

Some New Forest ponies are manageable for beginners and have traditionally been used for riding and work by local commoners, though suitability varies depending on the individual pony's temperament and training.