Founded in 1986, the IHSGB (Icelandic Horse Society of Great Britain) exists to maintain the purity of the unique Icelandic horse, to promote interest in the breed, to protect the welfare of the breed, and to encourage Icelandic horse breeding and riding competitions.

The British Society is a full member of FEIF, the International Federation of Icelandic Horse Associations, which has 20 members including Canada and the USA. The IHSGB is the only Icelandic horse association in Britain recognised by FEIF as representing the whole of the United Kingdom.

The IHSGB is a Passport Issuing Organisation, approved by Defra. We provide passports for pure-bred Icelandic horses – see the breeding & studbook section for more information. Please note – if a horse does not have a passport from the IHSGB or another FEIF organisation then it may not be a pure, registered Icelandic horse and will not be able to enter IHSGB events.

The IHSGB publishes a regular magazine, known as Sleipnir, with information about Icelandics at home and abroad. Sleipnir is sent out as a paper or PDF via email, and previous versions are available in the members area. Get in touch with communications@ihsgb.co.uk for the members area password.

National Championships are held every year, and every two years Britain sends a team to compete at the World Championships for Icelandic Horses.

IHSGB has members all over Great Britain and there are events over the country. Young members have their own events and can take part in international events organised by FEIF.

Our members are a friendly group, anyone with an interest in the unique Viking horse of Iceland is welcome. For more information on becoming part of the society visit join us or contact membership@ihsgb.co.uk.

Company Registration

IHSGB Certificate of Incorporation and original Memorandum & Articles of Association

IHSGB Current Articles of Association

Charity Registration

Charity Commission Certificate

Our Terms of Reference

Studbook Rules

Studbook rules

Our Policies

Our Annual Report & Accounts

Save the Date
A One Day Competition is planned for Sunday 6th April 2025 at Connegar Farm, Dorset. Further information will follow.
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IHSGB Spring Camp 2025
Date 9 th -11 th May 2025 Venue: Valley View Ranch and Equestrian Centre, Ullingswick, Hereford, HR1 3JQ. Find out more here.
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FEIF Youth Camp 2025 | FEIF
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IHSGB One Day Competition

IHSGB Education “Training Weekend with Sandy Carson”