WELCOME TO THE DARTMOOR PONY HERITAGE TRUST
Moorland ponies are an integral part of the Dartmoor landscape. In addition to drawing in visitors, they play a vital role in grazing the moor and maintaining its character. But in recent years, their numbers have been in decline.
The Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust (Registered Charity No. 1109196) was established in 2005 in response to widespread concern about the viability and long-term survival of the traditional Dartmoor pony. We are based at Bovey Tracey, Dartmoor where we operate a purpose-built, all-weather visitor and education centre.
Our mission statement and aims
Latest news
SHOWCASE AND PONY SALE, SUNDAY 8th JULY 2012
In partnership with some of Dartmoor's most respected Pony Keepers, the Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust is organising a Showcase Day and Private Sale of approx. 30 Dartmoor Ponies, on Sunday 8th July at the Trust's Centre at Parke, Bovey Tracey [Read more]
Pony Study Morning
The Dartmoor Pony Society is holding a study morning at Shilstone Rocks Stud, Widecombe-in-the-Moor on Sunday, May 20, giving enthusiasts an opportunity to learn more about this special native breed. [Read more]
April Pony Update
The first swallow came on 13th of April and surely this must mean the warmer days are coming. [Read more]
Western Morning News Article 13th April 2012
Contraceptive trial causes controversy over future. The Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust is questioning the validity and logic of a contraception trial that is being carried out on Dartmoor's semi-feral mares. [Read more]
March Pony Update
This month started off in spectacular fashion with warm spring days, then, back we went into winter with fog and persistent mist. The grass is trying to come through and the ponies are watching out for the hedges to burst into leaf. [Read more]
February Pony Update
The fields had just dried out to a fine level surface when we had the monsoon weather of late January and early February and we were straight back into a quagmire. Then the freezing temperatures arrived and it became almost impossible to walk on the fields. [Read more]
Get fit, lose weight, enhance the environment!
We are planning a number of working parties at Bellever over the winter months and need plenty of helpers. There will be a number of different jobs to do, including spruce tree removal, raking vegetation away from the Bronze Age remains and making pathways. [Read more]
January Pony Update
May we all at Parke wish you each a very happy and peaceful New Year. The ponies are all in fighting form and are in good condition. Some say too good, but I am sure the weather will test them at some point in the near future. [Read more]
Christmas Meet The Pony Event
Come and enjoy some time with the ponies on the 27th December between 11.00 - 13.00 Learn about the ponies we keep at the centre and on the moor. Spend time with your adopted pony and the people who look after them. Hot drinks, mince pies and carrots! Booking essential - 01626 833234. Happy Christmas!! [Read more]
Horsey Volunteers Needed!
DPHT has a growing band of committed, fun and welcoming volunteers, but we always need more! Can you spare a few hours a week to join our Pony Power team? [Read more]
Buy a Pony for Christmas for £20!
A Dartmoor Pony Adoption Gift Pack makes the perfect present. If someone in your family or amongst your friends - young or old - loves horses and ponies, but buying a real one is simply not an option, we have the perfect solution: ADOPT A PONY - and follow its progress all year round. [Read more]
Centre Winter Opening Times - 2011/2012
Now winter is upon us we will run our popular Meet The Pony sessions on a monthly basis weather permitting: If you are making a specific visit please phone the centre to let us know you will be visiting - 01626 833234 - Thank you. [Read more]
A NEW SOLUTION TO AVOID CULLING DARTMOOR FOALS
Over-breeding on Dartmoor...a potential solution that is practical, immediately effective, reasonably priced, minimises handling of feral ponies, causes least disruption to herd life and is proven to work? DPHT is actively working on sensible solutions to the problem of too many foals but we need funds to support this work. Please help us to make a difference and make it soon! [Read more]
October Pony Update
The ponies are all back into the schedules for the school work that they take part in and are enjoying having something to do with the children. They are amazingly gentle with the less able youngsters who come to the centre, they seem to sense when extra care is needed around these special little visitors. [Read more]
We urgently need your support to continue our work. Please donate via this link, which takes you to the secure Charity Choice donation service. Donations can also be sent to DPHT, PO Box 397, Newton Abbot TQ12 9AT.
Pioneering Educational Courses
Build physical strength
Improve coordination
Aid anger management
Build social skills
Enhance motivation
Build teamwork
Create empathy
Empower the disaffected
Improve communication
Dartmoor Ponies for Sale
where to find us
Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust
Parke Estate, Bovey Tracey, Devon TQ13 9JQ
Winter opening times:
12 and 19 February 1.00–3.30pm
'Meet Your Pony' day. All those who received a pony adoption for Christmas especially welcome. Call us on 01626 833234.
Watch this video which provides an update on the Plight of the Dartmoor Pony documentary recently shown on Horse and Country TV.
Visit our group page on Facebook (search for Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust)
