Irish Cob Studbook
The Irish Cob Studbook Inspections 2024 are now open for entry.
The inspections for 2024 will take place at:
- Greenogue Equestrian, Co. Dublin. 2nd April
- Creagh Equestrian Centre, Co. Galway. 10th April
- Creagh Equestrian Centre, Co. Galway. 24th September
Please note that animals MUST have a passport in order to present for inspection in 2024.
Irish Cob animals must be a minimum of 2 years of age to be presented for inspection. Entries close 5 working days in advance of the inspection date. A minimum entry of 15 animals are required for each event to run
Horse Sport Ireland Irish Cob Stallion, Mare and Gelding Inspections are supported by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Equine Technical Support fund.
Full T&C’s and application is available here
Irish Cob Studbook Inspections are funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine under the Equine Technical Support Fund.
HSI was Approved by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine to maintain the Irish Cob Studbook on a temporary basis in October 2013. The Irish Cob is a native Irish breed and although it has a long history the Studbook was only officially founded in 1998. Prior to this linages were passed down verbally from generation to generation. The breed is referred to worldwide by many different names such as Gypsy Cob, Gypsy Horse, Gypsy Vanner and Irish Tinker.
The Irish Cob breed was developed by the Travelling Community in Ireland. For hundreds of years these sturdy, hardworking horses pulled wagons and carts throughout Ireland, Britain and Europe. The breed adapted to be strong and versatile. They needed to be gentle enough to be handled by children but sturdy enough to pull a wagon all day.
Irish Cobs have an imposing appearance with a stout, powerful body. They are noted for their high knee action, excellent temperament and flowing hair. Their wide short backs make them very comfortable under saddle. The Irish Cob is ideal for leisure riders, being very good weight bearers, versatile and kind. They are suited for children, pony clubs and adults alike for riding and driving.
Irish Cob Horse Studbook Stallion inspections
Stallion inspections for the Irish Cob Studbook will be carried out annually in the spring and autumn. In addition, breeders/owners that have a minimum of 10 horses to be inspected may apply to HSI to have their horses inspected at their premises providing they have suitable facilities.
Stallions must be a minimum of 2 years of age to be presented for Irish Cob Studbook inspections. At the inspections Irish Cob stallions are assessed on their conformance to the Irish Cob breed standard and their conformation and their movement in hand in walk and trot.
Stallions meeting the inspection requirements and are eligible for classification in the Main Section of the Irish Cob Studbook are awarded ‘Main Elite Stallion Class’ status. Stallions that are not eligible for the Main Section can achieve classification in the Supplementary Elite/Supplementary Section of the Irish Cob Studbook.
CLICK HERE to download the Procedures and Guidelines for the Irish Cob Studbook Inspections
Irish Cob Horse Studbook Mare Inspections
Mare inspections for the Irish Cob Studbook will be carried out annually in spring and autumn. In addition, breeders/owners that have a minimum of 10 horses to be inspected may apply to HSI to have their horses inspected at their premises provided the venue has suitable facilities.
Mares must be a minimum of 2 years of age to be presented for Irish Cob Studbook inspections. At the inspections Irish Cob mares are assessed on their conformance to the Irish Cob breed standard and their conformation and their movement in hand in walk and trot.
Mares meeting the inspection requirements and are eligible for classification in the Main Section of the Irish Cob Studbook are awarded ‘Main Elite Mare Class’ status. Mares that are not eligible for the Main Section can achieve classification in the Supplementary Section of the Irish Cob Studbook.
CLICK HERE to download the Procedures and Guidelines for the Irish Cob Studbook Mare Inspections
Irish Cob Studbook Inspection Results 2023
Horse Sport Ireland Irish Cob Stallion, Mare and Gelding Inspections are supported by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Equine Technical Support fund.
Mares/Geldings that achieved MAIN ELITE status at the Spring 2023 Irish Cob Studbook Inspections | |||||
Name | YOB | Sire | Damsire | Breeder | Owner |
Ba Bog Dubh (IRC) | 2014 | Ryehill Leader (IRC) | NON | Alan Egan | Eoin Mooney |
The Black Berry (IRC) | 2015 | Ryehill Leader (IRC) | NON | Alan Egan | Eoin Mooney |
Mares/Geldings that achieved SUPPLEMENTARY ELITE status at the Spring 2023 Irish Cob Studbook Inspections | |||||
Name | YOB | Sire | Damsire | Breeder | Owner |
Athloman Banbha (IRC) | 2020 | Padraic Whelan | |||
Blackwood Emerald Isle (IRC) | 2021 | Darren McGillycuddy | |||
Blaithain (IRC) | 2009 | Padraic Whelan | |||
Cairnviewstud Kora (IRC) | 2020 | Dermot & Flore Ryan | |||
Clogheen Ranny (IPSA) | 2010 | Tom Gallagher | |||
Jolly Happy (IRC) | 2017 | Eileen Shanahan | |||
Miss Ballymack (IRC) | 2005 | Tom Gallagher | |||
One in a million (IRC) | 2013 | Caitriona Harrison | |||
Mares/Geldings that achieved SUPPLEMENTARY BASIC status at the Spring 2023 Irish Cob Studbook Inspections | |||||
Name | YOB | Sire | Damsire | Breeder | Owner |
Ardfert Tilly (IRC) | 2017 | Dee Clancy | |||
Bramble Lady (IPSA) | 2010 | Padraic Whelan | |||
Cairnviewstud Indiana (IRC) | 2018 | Dermot & Flore Ryan | |||
Gucci of Meelin (IRC) | 2006 | Dee Clancy | |||
Kilgowan Blackberry (IRC) | 2011 | James Foley | |||
Kilmurray Velvet Lady (IRC) | 2012 | Padraic Whelan | |||
LA Black Betty (IRC) | 2017 | Dee Clancy | |||
Little Charmer (IRC) | 2018 | Dee Clancy | |||
Mountcahill Rose (IRC) | 2010 | Dee Clancy | |||
Puzzle Piece (IPSA) | 2017 | Dee Clancy | |||
Rince na Realta (IRC) | 2021 | Dee Clancy | |||
The Black Berry (IRC) | 2020 | Kate Lepert | |||
Tilly (IRC) | 2012 | Dee Clancy | |||
Vegas (IRC) | 2012 | Jason Moore | |||
Stallions that achieved SUPPLEMENTARY ELITE status at the Spring 2023 Irish Cob Studbook Inspections | |||||
Name | YOB | Sire | Damsire | Breeder | Owner |
THE HULK (IRC) | 2018 | Edward Dignam | |||
Stallions that achieved SUPPLEMENTARY BASIC status at the Spring 2023 Irish Cob Studbook Inspections | |||||
Name | YOB | Sire | Damsire | Breeder | Owner |
Athloman Toby (IRC) | 2016 | Philip Cussen | |||
Johnnys Junior (IRC) | 2019 | Edward Dignam |
Mares/Geldings that achieved MAIN ELITE status at the Autumn 2023 Irish Cob Studbook Inspections | |||||
Name | YOB | Sire | Damsire | Breeder | Owner |
Timepiece Golden Rose (IRC) | 2021 | Morstack Cream King (IRC) | Shambo (IRC) | Noel Flanagan | James Gavin |
Timepiece Rambling Rose (IRC) | 2021 | Rocky McGuire (IRC) | Noel Flanagan | Martin Gavin | |
Mares/Geldings that achieved SUPPLEMENTARY ELITE status at the Autumn 2023 Irish Cob Studbook Inspections | |||||
Name | YOB | Sire | Damsire | Breeder | Owner |
Athloman Madonna (IRCPB) | 2021 | Major Toms (IRC) | NON | Philip Cussen | Michael Scanlon |
Garbally Daisy Girl (IRC) | 2021 | Marie Corbett | |||
Kilmurray Bambi (IRC) | 2021 | Padraic Whelan | |||
Mares/Geldings that achieved SUPPLEMENTARY BASIC REGISTER status at the Autumn 2023 Irish Cob Studbook Inspections | |||||
Name | YOB | Sire | Damsire | Breeder | Owner |
Athloman Blue Bell (IRC) | 2008 | Philip Cussen | |||
Cairnviewstud Innis (IRC) | 2018 | Dermot & Flore Ryan | |||
Clonfad Wren (IRC) | 2020 | Martin Gavin | |||
Divine Ebony and Ivory (IRC) | 2021 | Brigid Devine | |||
Mooncoyne Angel (IRC) | 2020 | Frank Flynn | |||
Mooncoyne Morag (IRC) | 2020 | Frank Flynn | |||
Stallions that achieved MAIN ELITE status at the Autumn 2023 Irish Cob Studbook Inspections | |||||
Name | YOB | Sire | Damsire | Breeder | Owner |
The Casino Cowboy (IRC) | 2018 | Tyersal Warlord (IRC) | NON | Grace Valley | Grace Vallely |
Libertys Above The Law (IRC) | 2021 | Libertys Law (IRC) | NON | Sean Murray | Vincent Lynskey |
Stallions that achieved SUPPLEMENTARY ELITE status at the Autumn 2023 Irish Cob Studbook Inspections | |||||
Name | YOB | Sire | Damsire | Breeder | Owner |
Taylors Golden Storm (IRC) | 2021 | Robbie Taylor | |||
Stallions that achieved SUPPLEMENTARY BASIC REGISTER status at the Autumn 2023 Irish Cob Studbook Inspections | |||||
Name | YOB | Sire | Damsire | Breeder | Owner |
Acorns King of the Mountain (IRC) | 2020 | Adrian Menton | |||
Cremello Eagle (IRCPB) | 2020 | Golden Euro (IRC) | Kevin Lynch | Richard Clogher | |
Morstack Cream King (IRC) | 2012 | Shambo (IRC) | Eugene Morgan | ||
Shannonvalley Aslan (IRC) | 2021 | Tom Guinan |
Irish Cob Studbook Inspections are funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine under the Equine Technical Support Fund.