I WAS lucky enough to bring four of Downs-Side Riding Centre's finest ponies along to take part in the Penarth Christmas Parade.

They all had a brilliant day out and dressed up for the occasion (including their riders) and were stationed by Barclays Bank to give rides to many children.

The ponies, Bill, Bambi, Diesel and Mac, were all fantastically behaved and took everything in their stride - including popping balloons and flashing lights!

Ellie Rogers

Head Groom

Downs-Side Riding Centre

Sully Road

Penarth