A collection of five films following renowned Fell Pony Hill Breeders in and around the Howgill fells of Cumbria, giving a unique insight into their experiences of breeding semi-feral herds on the open fell.

The films document a traditional way of breeding and managing fell ponies that is endangered by the changing patterns of farming, landscape and society.

Producer / Director
Tom Lloyd
Interviews & Research
Emma Aylett
Supported by
Heritage Lottery Fund

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About the project

A collection of five films following renowned Fell Pony Hill Breeders in and around the Howgill fells of Cumbria, giving a unique insight into their experiences of breeding semi-feral herds on the open fell.

The films document a traditional way of breeding and managing fell ponies that is endangered by the changing patterns of farming, landscape and society.

Awards & Screenings

Screening
Fastnet short film festival
Runner-up
Keswick Osprey award

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A Dreamtime Film project

Dreamtime Film is an award-winning independent film company based near Windemere in Cumbria. We produce original fiction and documentary films in partnership with arts, educational and corporate organisations throughout the UK.

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