Londonderry Pony Club

Londonderry Pony Club is a dynamic and inclusive sports club located in Penrith City Council. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced competitor, the club offers a welcoming and fun environment for all riders. The club prides itself on helping members improve their riding skills while enjoying the sport.

Rally days are held on the first and third Sunday of every month at the club's outstanding grounds in Londonderry. The facilities include fully enclosed beginners and transition rings, a large carpark accessible by goosenecks and trucks, and over 40 horse yards. Additionally, the club boasts a cross-country course that was designed and opened by Gold Medallist Stuart Tinney OAM. It also offers complete canteen and barbeque facilities for members and visitors.

To join the club, interested individuals can visit the club's website and explore the available information. The website also features a contact form to send enquiries to the club secretary. For existing members, the site provides details on upcoming events, photos of past events, and the latest news. The club's Facebook Page and Instagram accounts offer additional ways to stay updated and engage with the community.

Members can also share their experiences by tagging the club or using the hashtag #teamlondonderryponyclub to be featured.

One of the club's upcoming events is the international exchange for mounted games, which will be held on November 18, 2023. This event is expected to showcase incredible skills, speed, and horsemanship as teams from Pony Club Australia, New Zealand, United States, United Kingdom, and Canada compete in various games and challenges. Spectators are welcome to attend this thrilling event, with free entry and ample on-site parking available. A full canteen will be provided for refreshments throughout the day.

The club encourages a sense of community and camaraderie among its members, evident in the various events attended by Team LPC. Recently, some members of the club joined Sun Valley Pony Club for their 60th Anniversary Celebrations. Another member, Clare, and her horse, Ollie, had a successful outing at the Cobbitty Pony Club Showjumping Day, competing in the 1. 0m and 1.

05m events. The club also takes pride in their riders' achievements, such as the representation at the Zone 26 Dressage and Show Riding Championships, hosted by Glenorie Horse & Pony Club. The riders showcased great sportsmanship and horsemanship, earning broad sashes and ribbons along the way.

Londonderry Pony Club not only fosters a love for equestrian sports but also creates a close-knit community of riders. The club celebrates the horses' birthdays, recognising them as best friends and integral members of the LPC family. With their dedication, friendly atmosphere, and commitment to improvement, the members of LPC continue to thrive and make their mark in the equestrian world.