The NPS is excited to announce that bursary applications are now open and in addition to the two education & training bursaries, there are also two NEW bursaries up for grabs for British Riding Pony owner/riders!

Winning funds can be used for lessons and training to improve skills across different disciplines.

You can apply if you are bringing on a novice pony under saddle and would like your pony and jockey combination to have the benefit of training. Also, if you have sold a pony and want their new owner to have “added value” for their riding pony purchase please do encourage them to apply for one of the following.  

Levant/Sinton Stud Bursaries include:

• £250 to the winner and £125 to the runner up!
• Must be aged between 10-18 years old on 1st January 2021.
• Must either be a member of the NPS themselves or a parent/guardian must be a member.
• Open to M&M and SP/SHP riders in any discipline.

Cuddington Stud BRP Bursary includes:

• £250 to the winner!
• Must be aged between 6-25 years old on 1st January 2021.
• Open to members and non-members
• Must be applying for training on an NPS registered British Riding Pony for any discipline.

Competition BRP Bursary includes:

• £250 to the winner!
• Must be aged between 10-18 years old on 1st January 2021.
• Open to members and non-members.
• Must be applying for training on an NPS registered British Riding Pony for any non-showing discipline.

Full information and criteria can be found on the application forms here: https://www.nationalponysociety.com/training-events/

Applications must be received by Monday 14th December 2020.

NEW SPONSOR FOR NPS SCOTLAND 2021 POINTS COMPETITION….Stirlingshire Mobile Tack (SMT)

We are delighted to announce that we have new sponsors for the 2021 Point Scheme. Stirlingshire Mobile Tack (SMT) has been in business for several years primarily supporting British Eventing but was taken over by Karen Laver and David Malcolm during 2019 who have extended the support to Pony Club and Riding Club events and now showing.

The aim of SMT is to provide the items that you ‘forgot’ on the day together with bargains that once seen you must have!
They stock quality leather products, stirrups, girths, studs as well as a range of lotions and potions, headcollars and treats for your loved one. There is a wide range of Body Protectors, Hats, Boots, Breeches, Jackets, Shirts, Stocks as well as a range of fun hoodies and onesies together with Chaps, and Riding Trousers from Just Chaps.
In fact we have everything you need to ensure you have a fun time with your horse. If there is anything you specifically need please let us know in advance and we will do our utmost to get it for you on the day.

If there is anything you need out with the season, SMT want to provide a personal service and ask you to contact them with your requirements via their Facebook page or mobile 07943 922277.

A message from Stirlingshire Mobile Tack……..After such a terrible year in 2020 we are looking forward to being out and about in 2021 and look forward to meeting you at shows and events.

Good luck and enjoy to all the Points Scheme competitors for 2021, we will have some great prizes when the time comes.

Here’s to a happy and fun 2021, Karen & David (Stirlingshire Mobile Tack)