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Shetland is, quite simply, where the Shetland pony comes from — the breed is named for these islands, and ponies have been bred here for centuries, historically for crofting and transport work as much as for children to ride, which shaped their extraordinary hardiness and strength for their size. Buying a Shetland actually bred on Shetland is buying from the true source of the breed.
Reaching the islands means a ferry crossing from the Scottish mainland (or a flight), so this is a genuine expedition for a mainland buyer rather than a casual viewing trip — factor in crossing times, weather-dependent sailings and the cost and logistics of bringing a pony back with you. For island-based families, local breeding knowledge runs deep, and sellers often know a pony's bloodline back several generations.
Derbyshire
Open to a loan
Looking for a first pony for my 5 year old. Need something to help build her confidence that can begin as lead rein and then move on from there. Must be trustworthy and good with children, dogs, machinery as will be l…
Posted 12 Aug
Read more & reply →15.0–17.0hh
Open to a loan
I’m looking for a horse to loan a few days a week. I have owned horses in the past and was confident in walk trot canter and gallop but I am looking to get back into them after a 6 year break. Due to nerves and confiden…
Posted 10 Aug
Read more & reply →Yes — the breed is named for the islands and has been bred here for centuries, originally for crofting and working use, which shaped its remarkable hardiness and strength for its size.
By ferry from the Scottish mainland or by air — there is no road route, so this is a proper trip requiring planning around crossing times and weather.
Often exceptionally well — island breeding traditions run deep, and many sellers can trace a pony's bloodline back several generations.
