Eve Johnson Houghton
Formerly an accomplished amateur jockey, Eve Johnson Houghton is the fourth member of her family to train at Woodway Stables in Blewbury, Oxfordshire. Her grandmother, Helen – the twin sister…
September 2025
Ed Walker
Educated at Radley College, Oxfordshire, Ed Walker served a lengthy apprentice, working in Australia, France and at home in England, most recently as assistant trainer to Luca Cumani in Newmarket,…
Chris Gordon
Formerly a prolific point-to-point jockey, with around 150 winners to his name, Chris Gordon initially trained point-to-pointers, privately, for Simon Tindall, alongside his wife, Jenny. However, after seven successful years…
The Art of Preparation: Lessons Horse Trainers Can Take from Elite Athletes
Success on the racecourse rarely comes down to talent alone. Behind every winning horse is a routine built on preparation, patience, and smart decisions. While training methods have evolved over…