Instant Valuation
Instant Valuation

Stud Reduction Sales

Whether you’re looking for a proven breeding mare, a talented young stallion, or a well-conformed foal, McCartneys stud reduction sales and onsite stud dispersal sales can help you find what you need.

Stud Sales

To enquire about our Stud Sales, contact Phillip Blackman-Howard on 01584 813764 or 07815 743478.

Sales of Horses, Ponies, Saddlery & Tools throughout the year

Click below to view all forthcoming equine sales dates

View all events

Frequently Asked Questions

We're committed to providing clear and helpful information to ensure a seamless experience for all our clients. If you need further assistance, our dedicated team is always ready to help. Explore our FAQs to get started and make the most of McCartneys Livestock Services.

What regions do McCartneys cover for equine sales?

McCartneys provide comprehensive equine sales services covering Powys, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, and the West Midlands. Our auctions take place at Brecon Market and Worcester Market, ensuring accessibility for clients across these regions.

How can I participate in McCartneys equine sales?

To participate in our equine sales online, we use the MartEye platform for online bidding and livestreaming. You can download the MartEye app from either the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store using the provided links. This allows you to bid and follow the auctions remotely.

What types of equine services do McCartneys offer?

McCartneys specialise in Horse and Pony Auctions, offering a wide range of equine sales services. Our auctions cater to various needs, ensuring a comprehensive selection for both buyers and sellers. For more information on specific sales and schedules, please click on the Sales Dates tab above or contact our offices.

Need More Information?

Read our full guide on how to buy at Auction.

Equine Auction Guide

Equine Experts

Introducing the McCartneys team.

Phillip Blackman Howard

Associate Partner, Chair of Livestock Department, Auctioneer, Head of Equine & Head of Fine Art Department.

X

Phillip Blackman Howard

Phillip joined McCartneys in 2010 as a member of the rural team and became an Associate Partner in 2012. With an in depth understanding of the Herefordshire region, where he resides, Phillip has built long-standing relationships with a wide range of clients. Based at McCartneys’ head office at Ludlow Livestock Market, his diverse role covers a broad spectrum of professional services within the rural sector, including:

• Equine Sales: As Head of McCartneys Equine, Phillip is heavily involved in equine sales, including the monthly Horse and Pony sales at Brecon and Worcester Markets as well as annual official society sales, stud reduction and dispersal sales and undertaking insurance valuations and dispute resolutions.
• Specialist Breed Societies: Phillip works with several prominent equine breed societies, including the Welsh Pony and Cob Society, the Shetland Pony Stud Book Society, Standardbred Horses, Connemara Society UK, Hackney Horse Society, providing expert advice and facilitating sales and events.
• Farm & Land Services: Phillip’s professional work extends to the sale and letting of farms and land. He also manages the Honeybourne Sheep Sale in August and supports other annual events such as the Welsh Winter Fair and various summer shows.
• Antiques & Furniture Sales: In addition to his rural expertise, Phillip oversees the monthly sales of antiques and furniture at the Portcullis Sale Room in Ludlow, contributing to the firm’s wide-ranging auction services.

Additional Information:
Phillip is committed to maintaining strong ties with his clients through regular contact and tailored services, ensuring they receive expert advice. He is known for his approachable yet professional manner and his ability to manage a diverse range of sales and services within the rural sector. A North Herefordshire resident for over six decades, Phillip enjoys a busy family life with his wife, Jo, of 35 years, and their two daughters and three grandchildren, all of which enjoy an equine lifestyle.

Equine Experts

Introducing the McCartneys team.

Phillip Blackman Howard

Associate Partner, Chair of Livestock Department, Auctioneer, Head of Equine & Head of Fine Art Department.

X

Phillip Blackman Howard

Phillip joined McCartneys in 2010 as a member of the rural team and became an Associate Partner in 2012. With an in depth understanding of the Herefordshire region, where he resides, Phillip has built long-standing relationships with a wide range of clients. Based at McCartneys’ head office at Ludlow Livestock Market, his diverse role covers a broad spectrum of professional services within the rural sector, including:

• Equine Sales: As Head of McCartneys Equine, Phillip is heavily involved in equine sales, including the monthly Horse and Pony sales at Brecon and Worcester Markets as well as annual official society sales, stud reduction and dispersal sales and undertaking insurance valuations and dispute resolutions.
• Specialist Breed Societies: Phillip works with several prominent equine breed societies, including the Welsh Pony and Cob Society, the Shetland Pony Stud Book Society, Standardbred Horses, Connemara Society UK, Hackney Horse Society, providing expert advice and facilitating sales and events.
• Farm & Land Services: Phillip’s professional work extends to the sale and letting of farms and land. He also manages the Honeybourne Sheep Sale in August and supports other annual events such as the Welsh Winter Fair and various summer shows.
• Antiques & Furniture Sales: In addition to his rural expertise, Phillip oversees the monthly sales of antiques and furniture at the Portcullis Sale Room in Ludlow, contributing to the firm’s wide-ranging auction services.

Additional Information:
Phillip is committed to maintaining strong ties with his clients through regular contact and tailored services, ensuring they receive expert advice. He is known for his approachable yet professional manner and his ability to manage a diverse range of sales and services within the rural sector. A North Herefordshire resident for over six decades, Phillip enjoys a busy family life with his wife, Jo, of 35 years, and their two daughters and three grandchildren, all of which enjoy an equine lifestyle.

Would you like to know more?

For more information contact the relevant livestock market or use the form below.

Contact us

Brecon Livestock Market

  • Warren Road Brecon LD3 8EX
01874622386

Worcester Livestock Market

  • The Heath Meadow Nunnery Way Worcester WR4 0SQ
01905769770

Other Departments

McCartneys provides diverse services, including estate agency, property management, fine art auctions, rural professional services, and planning and development. Our expert team offers tailored solutions to meet your specific needs, ensuring exceptional service across all our departments.

Read More property-img

Property

Delivering expert guidance and support for all your property transactions and management needs.

Read More
Read more Livestock carousel image

Livestock

Providing comprehensive livestock services, including weekly primestock sales, store sales, pedigree sales, and private dairy cattle exchanges.

Read more
Read more Antiques carousel image

Fine Art & Antiques

We hold monthly auctions and offer free item valuations by appointment, with no obligation to sell.

Read more
Read more Equine carousel image

Equine

Join our premier horse sales in Brecon and Worcester, featuring top facilities and convenient access for buyers and sellers.

Read more
Read more Rural carousel image

Rural

Offering a wide and comprehensive range of services across the Midlands and throughout Wales, McCartneys has a large, dedicated team of professional experts specialising in all aspects of rural property, planning and business advice.

Read more
Read more Survey carousel image

Planning & Survey

Delivering expert solutions for all your residential, commercial, agricultural, and rural planning and surveying needs.

Read more

Latest Insights

Stay informed with the latest insights from McCartneys.

Read more

Small Grants Efficiency – Now Open

Small Grants Efficiency Grantiau Bach Effeithlonrwydd   Open now in Wales – Applications close 27th February 2026. For more information and assistance in making an application contact: | Am fwy o wybodath a chymorth i wneud cais cysylltwch â: 𝗞𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲: 01547 528621 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲: 01544 230316 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝘀𝗵𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲: 01938 531000 𝗛𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝘆𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲: […]

Read more
Read more

Collective Land & Property Auctions 2026

Our 2026 Collective Land & Property Auction dates are now confirmed   Join us at The Salwey Arms, Wooferton, Ludlow. Contact us to enter property or register interest. McCartneys | Offices  

Read more
Read more

Management Training Day

Management Training Day   Everyday is a school day and last week was no exception when our Management team were at our head office in Ludlow. We enjoyed an engaging day of structured learning from Danton HR. Enhancing our skills, knowledge, competence whilst developing new skills. Standing L-R: Peter Elkington, Duncan Roke (Danton HR), Joanna […]

Read more
Read more

Fine Art Sale Report

Fine Art Sale Report – 22nd January 2026   McCartneys Portcullis Auction Room reports a typically smaller sale of 350 lots for January. However, results were very buoyant generally with enthusiastic bidding both in the room and on the internet platforms. Join us for the next sale on 19th February 2026 – Entries are invited […]

Read more
Read more

Historic Architecture

There’s something quietly powerful about historic architecture. Not just the way it looks, but the way it feels. These buildings weren’t designed to impress at speed. They invite you to slow down—notice the hand-cut stone, the uneven glass, the worn thresholds shaped by centuries of footsteps. Every detail carries memory, craft, and human touch. What […]

Read more
Read more

Our first Evening of Advice at Ludlow

An Evening of Advice – A Topical Farming Update   We were delighted to host our first Evening of Advice at the Ox Pasture, Ludlow. The event offered a valuable overview of recent and upcoming Inheritance Tax changes, explored from both a solicitor’s and accountant’s perspective. Guests also enjoyed a light-hearted and insightful case study […]

Read more
Read more

Appointment as Official Auctioneers

Appointment as Official Auctioneers for the British Spotted Pony Society   McCartneys is delighted to announce its appointment as Official Auctioneers for the British Spotted Pony Society. This exciting collaboration will see a dedicated showcase of quality spotted ponies within the September Equine sale at Worcester, bringing together the Society’s breed expertise with McCartneys’s long-established […]

Read more
Read more

The Big Breakfast – Brecon Market

The Big Breakfast – Saturday 7th February 2026    

Read more
Read more

Topical Farming Updates – An Evening of Advice

Topical Farming Updates – An Evening of Advice Expert speakers. Key rural updates. Practical guidance. 27 Jan (Ludlow) | 29 Jan (Worcester)6:00pm | Refreshments from 5:30pmCall 01588 672385 to book your place.  

Read more
Read more

Mart Safe Training

LAA Mart Safe Training – Livestock Markets   We feel Drover training is vital at our Livestock Markets because it ensures animals are handled calmly, safely, and efficiently, protecting both livestock and the people working with them. Courses run by the Livestock Auctioneers Association (LAA) provide Drovers with the knowledge and skills needed to understand […]

Read more