Hungarian warmblood horses for sale in Oxford, Oxfordshire

The Hungarian Warmblood, also known as Mezőhegyesi sportló, is a modern warmblood sport horse breed developed primarily at the Mezőhegyes State Stud in Hungary during the 20th century. This breed was created by crossing native Hungarian mares with European warmbloods such as Hanoverian, Holsteiner, and Trakehner, alongside Thoroughbred and Arabian influences to achieve a versatile and athletic horse. Typically standing between 15.3 to 17 hands, the Hungarian Warmblood features an elegant, well-balanced build with strong limbs, a medium-length arched neck, and expressive head. Its movement is characterised by energetic, elastic gaits with good suspension, making it well-suited for competitive disciplines. Temperamentally, it is known to be willing, trainable, and courageous, ideal for both professional riders and dedicated amateurs. This breed excels in show jumping, dressage, and eventing, demonstrating versatility and robustness. Although once rare following political and economic changes, concerted preservation efforts by the Hungarian Horse Breeders National Association are revitalising the Hungarian Warmblood to reclaim its place as a prized sport horse both in Hungary and internationally.