Fell Pony
The Fell Pony is a native pony of northern England, especially the fells of Cumbria and the Pennine country. It is a sturdy mountain and moorland pony, most often black, brown, bay, or grey, with a deep body, strong legs, and a ground-covering trot. Historically it carried packs, worked farms, pulled light vehicles, and carried riders over rough country, which explains its mix of toughness, activity, and sensible size.
Fell Ponies are kept for riding, driving, trekking, native pony showing, and family use, though they still need the respect due any strong, clever pony. Many thrive on turnout and modest feed rather than rich pasture, and weight control can be important. Breeders value hardiness, correct movement, and breed type, including enough bone for work without coarseness. Buyers should look for temperament and training suited to the rider, because a Fell can be kind and steady while still having plenty of presence.
Colors: Amber Champagne, Bay, Bay Dun, Bay Roan, Black, Blanket Appaloosa, Blue Roan, Brown, Buckskin, Champagne, Chestnut, Classic Champagne, Cremello, Dun, Dun Roan, Fewspot Appaloosa, Flaxen Chestnut, Frame Overo, Gold Champagne, Gray, Grullo, Leopard Appaloosa, Liver Chestnut, Overo, Palomino, Perlino, Piebald, Pinto, Rabicano, Red Dun, Red Roan, Roan, Sabino, Seal Bay, Silver Dapple, Skewbald, Smoky Black, Smoky Cream, Snowcap Appaloosa, Sorrel, Splash White, Tobiano, Tovero, Varnish Roan, White
