Ngāmotu Pony Club is delighted to welcome you to our grounds at Pukekura Raceway, New Plymouth / Ngāmotu. Enjoy our showjumps, our easy level XC course (mostly 50cm and 80cm), and the all-weather trotting track, which is excellent for fitness work, especially mid-winter.
If you’re uncertain about accessing the grounds, enjoy a speedy entry by watching the video below.
Our ground fee for non-pony club members is $120.00 per annum for one sub-holder & one family member. Further family members are $30 per person – adult or child. Sign up below.
Casual use is $10.00 per visit for one person with one horse. If you bring two or more horses, it is $10 per horse. Your honesty is appreciated. You can be sure we are told about those who ride and we do check to see if payment has been made. Signing the Grounds Use Agreement once is valid forever. If the rules change, we will let you know. Sign up below.
Payments can be made by bank transfer to:
Ngamotu Pony Club Inc
TSB Bank 15-3957-0043422-03
Reference: Ground Fees
Particulars: Rider’s last name
Ngāmotu Pony Club- Grounds Use Rules
Please read these conditions carefully. By using these ground you agree to follow thee rules and any reasonable directions given by the Ngāmotu Pony Club Committee.
1. Open times and availability
Monday–Friday from 10.00am, Saturday & Sunday from 9.30am, and Public Holidays from 10.00am. Grounds are unavailable on race days and during major events (Relay for Life, Americana, WOMAD). Check the grounds calendar or Facebook page before visiting. NPC rallies and events take priority over private use.
2. Permitted areas — strictly enforced
Users may access ONLY the permitted areas. Riders and vehicles must not enter the Course Proper, All Weather Sand Track, or the Oval (sports pitches). Breaching this rule results in immediate withdrawal of your ground use sub, with no refund.
A $1,000 fine applies to anyone breaking this rule, or to a parent/guardian if the person is under 18.
3. How to get in
Enter through The Gap — the 2m-high double gate in the cage area. After closing the Gap Gate, cross the Course Proper and All Weather Sand Track. Park alongside the tin fence on the grass beside the limestone access road, or beyond the Clubrooms on the grass towards the viewing tower. See video below.
4. Riding, equipment and safety
Horses must remain under full control at all times. Riders use the grounds at their own risk. Approved helmets must be worn when mounted; back protectors are required for cross-country jumps. Only existing show jumps may be used — do not move or alter them. All equipment must protect both horse and facilities.
5. Cleanliness and damage
Leave the grounds as you found them. Remove manure from the trotting track and parking areas; spread it on grass areas by kicking it out. All rubbish must be taken away. Report any damage to NPC President Sue King on 027-3955-45 — the responsible person may be liable for repair or replacement costs.
6. Children, dogs and permitted users
Riders under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian over 18. Well-behaved dogs are permitted if kept under voice control and secured if needed. Subscription access is limited to Sub Holders, named family members, and Casuals who have paid the applicable fee. Breaches may result in cancellation of access with no refund.
