Kate Walton Racing - Ownership

 

Owning a Racehorse does not have to break the bank. There are various ownership options available so that the enjoyment and expense can be shared. Choosing the right trainer can be as hard as choosing the horse but if you want a small friendly yard , which will put you and your horse first and can achieve the results then Kate Walton Racing could be for you.
 
We encourage owners to be involved as little or as much as they wish, we guarantee the warmest of welcomes and always enjoy owners visiting the yard. Some of our owner's favourite moments are visiting Sharp Hill Farm in the stunning scenery and watching their horse's progress from that initial purchase to them making their debut on the racecourse.
 
If owning a racehorse at Kate Walton Racing appeals to you there are various ownership packages available. Kate will be happy to help current and potential owners decide on what level of ownership is right for them, the purchasing of the horse from her many contacts in the UK, Ireland and beyond and all other queries. The prospect too many potential owners can sometimes seem daunting but Kate will help guide you through all aspects to make it as enjoyable as possible.
 
 
 
Why choose Kate Walton Racing?
     ¤    Small Friendly yard that will put you and your horse first.
     ¤    Help at every stage from the initial purchase of the horse to them appearing at the races.
     ¤    Individual attention by being a small yard we are able to give you and your horse individual            attention and we encourage owners to be involved as much or as little as they wish. We will also            guarantee to keep you informed about all the progress of your horse and keep you involved with            all entries and declarations.
     ¤    Proven record of revitalising horses who have lost their form and need a change of scenery.
     ¤    A stunning location with excellent facilities and a tranquil environment for your horse. Horses will            also be regularly turned out to allow them to relax and time away from their training schedule.
     ¤    A team with the ambition to get the best out of all the horses.
     ¤    A warm welcome is always guaranteed.
     ¤    Fun day at the races.
     ¤    Very competitive rates.
 
Various Ownership Packages at Sharp Hill Farm
 
Sole Ownership - 100% of the ownership is with 1 individual you will solely be responsible for the naming of the horse (if not already registered), selecting the racing colours, seeing your name in the paper you are the main beneficiary. If the horse goes on to be a superstar you are the individual that owns the animal. But you will also be solely responsible for the purchase price of the horse however great or small, as well as the training fees.
 
Co-Ownership - In racehorses this is an increasingly popular route into ownership. This is where more than one person has ownership in the horse and the costs and enjoyment are shared.
 
Different Types of Co-ownership
 
Joint Ownership - Consists of between 2 and 20 people owning one horse. The horse can run in either a joint ownership name or the name of a joint owner. This form of ownership is usually best suited to a very small group of people where each member wants to be registered as an owner in their own right.
 
Racing Partnership - Consists of between 2 to 20 individuals of which at least two must become nominated partners. A single racing partnership registration with Weatherbys may cover any number of horses owned by the partnership for example a group of friends or work colleagues, or it may be professionally run.
 
Company Ownership - Requires the company shareholders to own the horse. Various criteria need to be met in order to register a company ownership.
 
Business Partnership - Are available to a business which is already trading as a partnership and us registered for VAT.
 
Leasing - The leasing of a Racehorse involves the ownership of a racehorse for a set period of time, perhaps for 1 race or for its whole racing career.
 
As mentioned Kate would be delighted to explain more about the various ownership options that are currently available and happy to answer any questions. Or even better still show you around the yard and facilities and allow you to meet the team of horses and staff to see if owning a racehorse does really appeal to you. Dont hesitate to contact Kate on 07718909356.