Why Shovelstrode
Whether you have a racehorse you want to put with a trainer, or you are looking for a trainer to help get you involved in a horse, and that could be as a sole owner, a member of a syndicate, or just dipping your toe in the water by joining a racing club, you should pick a trainer and a stable that meets your individual needs and wants.
To that end here is what Shovelstrode Racing, and trainer Andy Irvine, offer a prospective owner and racehorse:
For The Racehorse
- We provide racehorses with a positive, relaxed environment in which to live and train
- We put the health and welfare of the horses in our care first and foremost
- We provide an individual tailored training routine for every racehorse in our care
- We give every horse a varied and mentally stimulating training regime
- We have skilled, long-serving staff that provide the best quality of care and support
- We use talented, work riders who can provide insightful feedback and identify issues
For The Owner
- We want our owners to come down and visit their horse and the stables as often as possible
- We run an open, relaxed and welcoming environment for owners and their families
- We have a monthly Owners morning with breakfast and hot and cold drinks
- We provide regular and informative communication with owners via their preferred method
- We want owners to be as involved and immersed in the ownership experience as possible
- We run a variety of ad hoc social events for owners throughout the year
- We provide all this for the most competitive fees in the business
Testimonials
Dan Shaw, owner of Brown Bullet, Watar Allstar and Our Dots Baby
“I’ve dreamed of owning a racehorse since I started watching racing as a teenager with my Dad. I decided to explore it properly (prompted by the arrival of my 40’s probably!) and met Zoe and Andy after a day at Lingfield races for an ‘informal chat’. That was the best decision I made – as a newbie to the world of horse ownership l needed so much guidance and education.
From day one the whole team at Shovelstrode have been welcoming, patient, educating and have passed on their deep knowledge and passion for the horses in a way I couldn’t possibly have imagined was possible.
The set-up is informal and so welcoming (which is even more impressive when you have witnessed how much is continually happening at a racing yard). We only bought additional horses because of the sheer enjoyment we get from being part of such an incredible yard. I have loved every second of being an owner. Though I feel fortunate – being an owner of a Shovelstrode trained horse has most definitely enhanced the ownership experience.”
Simon Clare, owner of Honest Oscar, Brown Bullet and The Real Jet
“I’ve been lucky enough to own racehorses with a wide variety of trainers, including Hugh Morrison, David Elsworth, Simon Sherwood, Bryan Smart, and I’ve had some great times with them. However, having racehorses with Zoe and Andy, and Gem and all the team, has been the best experience of them all.”
“I’ve been able to get more involved in the ownership experience than ever before, learn so much more about racehorses and training methods since being involved here, and regularly get to visit the most tranquil and beautiful location imaginable with my family and friends to watch the racehorses work. And to cap it all we’ve enjoyed some great times on the track too with Nozic undoubtedly the highlight. They are an incredibly hard working, talented team of horse people, and I take great pleasure in supporting them.”