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Clifden: a pony tale going back 2,500 years

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Clifden: a pony tale going back 2,500 years

The iconic Connemara Pony was hailed by Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney yesterday as a national treasure — a part of Ireland’s heritage and a great source of pride to all involved.

So much more than show ponies

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So much more than show ponies

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Connemara Pony Show puts its best foot forward

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Castle Urchin supreme wins triple awards at Connemara Pony Show

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Connemara ponies go hi-tech as they gee up for a database

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Pony lovers celebrate Connemara’s hardy breed
Connemara ponies trot out in style

THE sturdy Connemara Pony, a breed with origins going back 2,500 years to the days of the Celtic warriors, was celebrated in style at Clifden, Co Galway, yesterday.

Fri, 20 Aug, 2004

Tributes to pony that’s a breed apart

MINISTER of State Noel Treacy yesterday paid tribute to the organisers of the Connemara Pony Society and its dedicated breeders.

Fri, 22 Aug, 2003

Ancient breed still plays part in Connemara life
A SHOW that celebrates and promotes the Connemara Pony, a breed with origins that are believed to go back 2,500 years to the days of the Celtic warriors, drew around 3,000 people to sunny Clifden in County Galway yesterday.

Fri, 16 Aug, 2002

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