It is remarkable that the North has been so dry at this time of year and this has greatly affected us as we cannot risk running the horses on unsuitable going.   However, there has been some rain in the past week which has helped.   The horses are running well and it is very good to have another winner on the board. At...

This is a very exciting time of year as the horses near race fitness and the young ones continue with their jumping education.   At a recent schooling session, Civil Unrest , who is in great form, was used as the lead horse for Charmant and Calix Delafayette both of whom will be going chasing this season. Charmant was particularly impressive and Aristo...

All the horses are now back in the yard and most of them have been cantering away for several weeks now. On Saturday 25th August we ran Sleep in First in a Conditional Jockeys “ Hands and Heels” 2m Handicap Hurdle at Cartmel ridden by Benjamin Godfrey claiming 3lb. Unfortunately had a slow start and as a result was never on terms...

Most of the horses are now in from grass all looking tremendous and a great credit to all those who looked after them so carefully during their summer break.  At Perth on Sunday 15th July we ran Jassas ridden by Brian Hughes in the 2m7f Handicap Chase. He finished runner-up to Chu Chu Percy and we were happy enough with this. He...

Bikinis and swimming trunks have been the compulsory wear for all horses and staff here this summer as we have never known it so hot - it was 34C at 3pm on the 27 th June so well done to everyone for keeping going. It will be a dream to remember come sleet in Feb! At  Musselburgh on Saturday 2 nd June...