Intro
The Long Mynd Pony is named for the Long Mynd heath and moorland plateau of the Shropshire Hills. According to the DAD-IS this breed was officially extinct as of 2006, however there is a herd of wild ponies that still lives on the Long Mynd.
Origins
The ponies that occupy the area now are Welsh animals (presumably class A). The pony pictured above comes from Long Mynd in 2020 and while it has that obvious pert cuteness of the Welsh Pony, it might differ in conformation either from environmental factors or due to the influence of old Long Mynd animals.
These animals live on common land that is maintained by a collection of local farmers who graze livestock on the land. They are semi-feral and likely protected.
Features
Average height 12.2 hands
Physique
Small head has a straight or slightly concave profile
Ears are small and pricked
Neck is shapely and arched
Back is short and straight
Chest is deep and broad
Shoulder is long and sloping
Legs are sturdy with broad joints
Hooves are round and tough
Traditional Colors
All colors
Temperament
Feral animal temperament
Hardy and tough
Use
Semi-feral herd
helpful Links
Long Mynd & District Bridleways Association