Dear Connemara Pony Friends,

The atmosphere around the town of Clifden and Connemara is not the same this year – an air of sadness prevails. The normal washing and grooming of ponies, meeting and greeting and sheer excitement generated by show week is absent. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the CPBS, like many other shows and festivals around the country has had to cancel, the first time in the show’s long history since 1924!

We must now turn our attention to 2021, when we plan to have an even bigger and better festival to accommodate the many disciplines at which the Connemara Pony excels in.

Between now and then it is most important in these uncertain times to stay safe and keep well, but the society will use this time to plan and advance the show.

We greatly miss all of our exhibitors, competitors, spectators, sponsors and many friends who have been unable to travel and participate this year, but look forward to welcoming you all in 2021.

Best wishes,

Ann Marie Conroy

CPBS President