
Oh to be a child again and have the heady innocence of all that Christmas brings (rather than a dose of list-eria in my case and a panic about remembering to buy birthday wrapping paper for Pony Mad Daughter whose birthday is on the big day itself!)
We hope this list gives you some inspiration and brings much enjoyment to your brood.
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What child wouldn’t love this Horse costume from Belgian designers Savo & Pomelina? £89.99 toyella.com for 4 – 9 year olds |
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Pony Paint Box Set by Paint My Pony, £30, We had great fun using these in the summer and there is a great range of stencils available as well. We love the snowflake one for this time of year. |
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This special edition vitamunch® gift pack is a wonderful stocking filler so that they can treat their pony on Christmas morning. Each pack contains: |
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What pony mad girl wouldn’t want a charm bracelet from Entwined, individually created from your own horse’s tail hair? Prices start from £40. All information on how to order your bracelet can be found on the Entwined Facebook page. |
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Everything in Camilla Ridley’s Millie Manu Collection is heavenly and this Liberty print pussy bow Evie blouse with peplum is no exception. £55 for 2-5 yr and £59 for 6-10 yr olds. |
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These fox tights from Boden are great fun! £10-£12 depending on age and perfect for the Boxing Day Meet. |
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Danger is Everywhere by David O’Doherty, £7.99, is a brilliantly funny handbook for avoiding danger of all kinds that will have everyone from reluctant readers to bookworms laughing out loud (very safely) from start to finish. It’s definitely on our kids wish list. Available on Amazon. |
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If, like us, your patience with the dreaded Minecraft is waning, at least give them a smile with this door sign! It is the perfect gift for anyone in your household whose life is spent in a dimly lit room building imaginary worlds. £10.99 from Angelic Hen |
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I have it on good authority from reliable teens that Beats by Dr Dre Pill Portable Wireless Speakers available from Currys are sick! That’s a good thing ! £169 |
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Sightly more cerebral are these brilliant Connell Guides, created and edited by The Week founder, Jolyon Connell, to help students truly understand – and enjoy – these classic works. They are concise, accessible and easy to read. A great stocking filler for those with exams looming. See Connell Guides for more info and there’s a book club coming next year. |
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The Uvex Supersonnnixx Helmet is designed for children and their growing developing head shapes, in a range of styles, colours and designs that appeal. They weigh approx. 335g, and have a ventilation system which funnels air over the top of the head. With safety being of paramount importance, take a moment to read about all the technology within this helmet. We love the fact that it can grow as your child grows. Available from all good tack shops and available in sizes 49 – 52 cm and 52 – 55cm. RRP: £119.00 – £129.00 For more info, click here |
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We love these brilliant felt appliqué slogan cushions from littlegreeninteriors.com, £55. There are loads more fun designs and are guaranteed to brighten up a bedroom. |
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Moorland Mousie by Golden Gorse This book requires a bit of searching to find, but having read it as a child myself it’s a must read for all children interested in ponies and riding. Charmingly written with lovely Lionel Edwards illustrations, a great gift for daughters, goddaughers, granddaughters. Can be found on Abe books from £10.00 |
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Beautiful bird feeders by Quercus. Turned in Ireland from Irish hardwood every Seedpod Bird Feeder is individual. It was originally designed as a safer and more attractive way of feeding garden birds the high energy fat and seed mix they need to get them through the long winters. Seedpod bird feeder €29.95 + shipping from Ireland.
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Polo Foot mallet with natural varnish These are great for all the wee ones, be they on bicycles, foot or small ponies. A sure way to start a passion for polo and great fun. £30 from Polo Splice |
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In my book you can’t go wrong with a pencil case as a child’s gift. I like this one, it’s fun and would do any age. 203mm x 102mm £7.00 from Lizzie B |
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Susannah of the Mounties A novel written by Muriel Denison in 1936. A brilliant classic for all girls. Sent to stay with an uncle who is an officer int he Royal North West Mounted Police Force, Susannah wants to become a Mountie too and ride across the prairies of Canada. Turned into a Shirley Temple film and sevel sequels to go with it, it’s a highly recommended old timer that needs to be remembered. |