RoR

A record 350 former racehorses competed at the 2026 Jockey Club RoR National Championships, showcasing the versatility of the Thoroughbred and the opportunities available beyond the racecourse. Held at Aintree Equestrian Centre from 18 to 23 August, the six-day championships attracted record numbers across several disciplines. There were 541 dressage entries and 269 jumping entries across showjumping and arena eventing, with many horses competing in more than one class. Among the leading winners, Eve Nicholls partnered Falloway Dubreau to victory in the Tattersalls RoR Ridden Showing Supreme Championship (feature image). Stella Bunn and Evron claimed the Hot to Trot Racing

The very best of Britain’s former racehorses took centre stage last week as the Tattersalls Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) Showing Series reached its thrilling climax across two of the country’s most prestigious equestrian venues. Royal Highland Show Crowns Scottish Champion The action kicked off at the Royal Highland Show on Thursday 19 June, where the final of the Tattersalls RoR Open Ridden Scottish Show Series delivered a familiar winner with an inspiring story. Rich Man Poor Man, owned by Morean Hamilton and expertly produced by leading show producer Kristine Douglas, reclaimed his crown as the 2025 Tattersalls RoR Scottish Champion.

Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is delighted to announce that Aria Grace Equine Law has chosen it as their Charity Partner of the Year for 2025. This exciting partnership will see 5% of Aria Grace Equine Law’s revenues from 1 January to 31 December 2025 donated to RoR, supporting its mission to ensure the welfare and future of former racehorses. Aria Grace Law CIC, a not-for-profit legal firm, is widely respected for its expert commercial legal advice tailored to the equestrian sector. In recognition of its unique model—where 100% of profits are donated to charity—the firm was named “Law Company of

With just one week remaining, the countdown is on for the public to cast their vote on the finalists for the Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) Awards. Particular focus and excitement surround the Sir Peter O’Sullevan RoR Community Impact and The Jockey Club RoR Horse of the Year Awards. The voting window closes on Friday, 19 January at 5pm, so seize the opportunity to cast your vote and celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of these former racehorses. The RoR Awards spotlight the exceptional stories of resilience and adaptability as former racehorses embark on new careers, bringing joy and inspiration to people’s lives.

In a compelling display of the vibrant second careers that await retired racehorses, Celtic Silver, a 14-year-old gelding, clinched the top spot in the 2023 Ri-Dry RoR Racing to Hunting Challenge. The culmination of the competition saw six finalists converge on Saturday 18 November, for a thrilling day of hunting with the North Staffordshire Hunt. After meticulously reviewing entries from across the country, the judging panel selected six finalists for the ultimate showdown. The title of the best hunter was bestowed upon Celtic Silver, owned and ridden by Sara Cork from Shropshire. Originally a gift to Sara due to his

Entries are now open for The Jockey Club RoR National Championships, held at Aintree International Equestrian Centre on 23rd – 26th August 2023, featuring classes for showing, dressage, arena eventing and showjumping, culminating with the crowning of The RoR Elite Performance Award for Dressage and The Tattersalls RoR Ridden Showing Series Supreme Champion during Saturday’s evening performance. Generously sponsored by The Jockey Club, the annual extravaganza has previously attracted thousands of former racehorses to enter throughout the years and is the biggest event in Great Britain for showcasing the versatility of the thoroughbred together with the range of activities available to them once retiring from