What Size Is A Fell Pony?

Fell Ponies vary a good deal in weight and size, so ponies may be found to carry almost any rider.

The average height of the breed is 13.2 hands (54 inches, 137 cm), and the upper height limit for the breed is 14 hands (56 inches, 142 cm).

The breed was bred for the unforgiving mountainous environment of Cumbria in north-west England, so they are adaptable to almost any temperate climate.

The colours accepted in the breed are black, brown, bay, grey, and chestnuts (if both parents are registered). Piebalds, and skewbalds are not allowed.

A star on the head and/or a small amount of white on or below the hind fetlock is acceptable. However, excess white markings are discouraged.

The Fell Pony is a versatile, working breed of mountain and moorland pony originating on Cumberland and Westmorland farms of northwest England and is used for riding and driving.

The breed is closely related to its geographic neighbour, the Dales Pony, but is a little smaller and more pony-like in build. The Fell Pony is noted for hardiness, agility, strength and sure-footedness.