The Dales Pony is a British breed of pony or small horse. It originated in, and is named for, the Dales of Yorkshire in northern England. It is one of the nine native mountain and moorland pony breeds of the United Kingdom, and belongs to the broader Celtic group of ponies which extends from Portugal and northern Spain to Scandinavia.

Mar 8, 2025 · The Dales pony is a rare breed that originates in the upper dales — or valleys — of Northern Yorkshire in England. Historically, miners and farmers used this hardy breed as a working pony.

Dedicated to the thoughtful preservation of the remarkable Dales Pony breed. These UK native ponies are critically endangered. This website lists breeding farms, sale ponies, stallions at stud.

The Dales pony is one of the United Kingdom's native mountain and moorland pony breeds. The breed is known for its strength, hardiness, stamina, courage, intelligence, and good disposition.

The Dales Pony is a beautiful pony breed whose origins are found in the country of England. This pony breed is partially descended from the great Friesian horse which is where they get their glistening dark coats and majestic appearance.

The Dales Pony is the largest of five pony breeds native to England, the others being the Dartmoor, Exmoor, Fell, and New Forest. These breeds descend from the ancient Celtic horses of northern Europe that had migrated to the British Isles.

Mar 30, 2025 · The Dales Pony is a large working pony breed that originated in the Dales of Yorkshire in North England. Dale ponies are the largest native pony breed from England and are closely related to the smaller Fell Pony. Dales descend from ancient breeds that lived in this region during Roman times.

Dec 19, 2024 · The Dales Pony has its roots in the rugged terrain of Northern Yorkshire’s Dales. These ponies evolved to meet the challenges of the region’s rocky landscapes and harsh winters. Their ancestry includes the now-extinct Galloway pony, along with influences from Norfolk Trotters and Pennine Ponies.

The Dales pony is one of the United Kingdom's native mountain and moorland pony breeds. The breed is known for its strength, hardiness, stamina, courage, intelligence, and good disposition.

Jun 3, 2021 · Derived from semi-feral or free-roaming ponies of the mountains and moorlands in the UK, the Dales pony is a breed of hardy and intelligent equines originally bred for their ability to carry heavy loads over rough terrain.