Deven Raindance, the home-bred first ridden show pony who won at Horse of the Year Show, has died aged 28.
The pony, owned by Betty Butcher, was buried at his lifelong home under his favourite tree. Betty's mother, Betty Skeet, bred Deven Raindance, who competed successfully in hand and under saddle.
He came second at HOYS in 2004 and won the first ridden championship the following year with Jessica Niven. Additional wins included Royal Windsor, the Royal Welsh, Ponies UK and the National Pony Society.
Betty described the 12hh pony as a family member with extravagant movement. He retired at age 11 and enjoyed retirement until old age led to his death.
"He was part of the family," Betty told Horse & Hound. "We loved him so much."