Why Families Choose the Inky Dinky Saddle
Finding the right kids saddle is an important decision for any parent. The Inky Dinky Saddle® is designed to give young riders a secure, confidence building seat while allowing them to develop balance and independence naturally from an early age.
Because it's built specifically for children, it supports correct posture and stability during early riding experiences, and it's widely trusted by families, riding schools and equine therapy centres looking for a reliable children's saddle that prioritises safety and comfort.
How a Treeless Saddle Helps Young Riders
As a treeless saddle, the Inky Dinky Saddle has no rigid frame. Instead, it shapes to your pony’s back, reducing pressure points and giving both pony and child a safe, comfortable ride. To find out more, read our guide What Is a Treeless Saddle and Why Are They Popular for Children?
A Saddle That Fits a Range of Ponies and Horses
Thanks to its adaptable design, the Inky Dinky Saddle works across a wide range of ponies and horses without compromising rider security, including:
Miniature ponies and Shetlands
Small ponies and Welsh types
Family ponies, riding school ponies and cobs
Larger ponies and smaller horses
That makes it a practical option for growing riders or shared ponies, and a genuine kids pony saddle that doesn't need replacing every time your child moves to a different sized pony.
Growing With Your Child
Many families choose the Inky Dinky Saddle as a toddler's very first saddle, since its secure, supportive design means it can stay with your child well beyond those early lessons rather than needing to be replaced straight away. When your child is ready for the next stage, our transitioning sets are designed to support that progression while keeping the same focus on comfort and confidence.
A Toddler Saddle for First Pony Rides
If you’re looking for a toddler saddle for a horse or pony, the Inky Dinky Saddle® was created with exactly those first rides in mind. Many parents searching for a baby saddle or baby horse saddle are really looking for the same thing: a secure, supportive seat that helps a little one feel safe and confident while an adult leads the pony.
The adjustable pommel and cantle mean the saddle can be set up for a very young rider and then adjusted as they grow, so it makes sense as the best saddle for a toddler who is likely to keep riding for years. For more help choosing, read our parents’ buying guide to children’s pony saddles.
Materials, Colours and Fit
Every Inky Dinky Saddle is available in a choice of premium leather or synthetic materials, in colours ranging from classic black and brown to pink and purple. For help getting the fit right for your child and pony, see our Fitting Your Saddle guide.
Synthetic Inky Dinky Saddle
The Synthetic Inky Dinky Saddle® is lightweight and easy to look after, making it a practical choice for everyday riding. It comes in black or brown.
Leather Inky Dinky Saddle
The Leather Inky Dinky Saddle® offers a premium leather finish for families who want a traditional look that’s built to last.
Pink and Purple Saddles
Looking for a pink saddle? The Pink Leather Inky Dinky Saddle® and Purple Leather Inky Dinky Saddle® are the newest colours in the range, with the same secure, supportive design in a bright finish that young riders love.
Buying a Genuine Inky Dinky Saddle
Every saddle in this collection is the official Inky Dinky Saddle®, hand crafted and sold direct by our family-run business, which has been making them since 2006. We ship daily to families around the world, so wherever you are, you can order your Inky Dinky Saddle direct from us. See our delivery charges for details.
Because they’re built to last, many families look for a second-hand or used Inky Dinky Saddle. Buying new from us means your saddle is genuine and brand new, and you get expert help from real horse riders to get the fit right. You can also spread the cost with Klarna, and returns are accepted within 14 days. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Saddle Accessories
Once you've chosen your Inky Dinky Saddle, our saddle essentials range covers everything else you'll need, including girths, stirrups, stirrup leathers and numnahs and saddle pads.
Complete Your Riding Setup
To kit your child out from head to toe, pair their saddle with the right riding hats and riding boots.
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Synthetic Inky Dinky Saddle®
Leather Inky Dinky Saddle®
Pink Leather Inky Dinky Saddle®
Purple Leather Inky Dinky Saddle®
Transitioning Sets
Transitioning Sets for Inky Dinky Saddle®
Saddle Transitioning - Full Set
Transitioning Set - Small
Transitioning Medium Pommel
Saddle Accessories
Girths
Stirrups
Stirrup Leathers
Numnah / Saddle Pads
Saddle Essentials
Saddle and Hat Covers
Kit for Young Riders
UVEX Riding Hats
Riding Boots
Gloves
Kids’ Riding Base Layers
Advice and Guides
Fitting Your Saddle
Q&A
What Is a Treeless Saddle and Why Are They Popular for Children?
Why Lightweight Saddles Matter for Small Ponies and Young Riders
What Are Inky Dinky Saddle Transitioning Sets and Why Do Growing Riders Need Them?
The Inky Dinky Story
