Richard Bevan Racing
Horses I Led Up – NH 1985/86
Horses I Led Up at the Races
1985/1986 National Hunt Season
14/11/1985
Silver Buck Handicap Chase
Wincanton Racecourse
Charter Party
Silver Buck Handicap Chase
Finished 2nd / 4 ran
23/11/1985
Hennessy Cognac Gold Cup Handicap Chase
Newbury Racecourse
Charter Party
Hennessy Cognac Gold Cup Handicap Chase
Fell / 15 ran
4/12/1985
Long Haul Handicap Chase
Worcester Racecourse
Charter Party
Long Haul Handicap Chase
Finished 2nd / 9 ran
26/12/1985
Falklands Handicap Chase
Kempton Park Racecourse
Charter Party
Falklands Handicap Chase
Finished 1st / 7 ran
15/1/1986
Royal Windsor Handicap Chase
Windsor Racecourse
Charter Party
Royal Windsor Handicap Chase
Finished 5th / 7 ran
13/3/1986
Ritz Club National Hunt Handicap Chase
Cheltenham Racecourse
Charter Party
Ritz Club National Hunt Handicap Chase
Finished 1st / 16 ran
16/4/1986
Piper Champagne Golden Miller Handicap Chase
Cheltenham Racecourse
Charter Party
Piper Champagne Golden Miller Handicap Chase
Finished 1st / 9 ran
National Hunt Race Rides 1988/89
National Hunt Rides 1988/89
96 rides… Average Starting Price Odds 25.25 to 1
Owners Prize Money £16568
Completed 75 = 78.125%
31 rides in the first 4 places = 32.3%
3x 1st 3.1% winners
11x 2nd 11.5% placed second
7x 3rd 7.3% placed third
10x 4th 10.4% placed fourth
fell 6 = 6.25% / ur 3 = 3.125% / bd 0 = 0% / co 0 = 0% / ro 0 = 0% / pu 11 = 11.5% / su 1 = 1%
1988/1989 National Hunt Season
6/8/1988
Walsall Three Yrs Old Novices Hurdle
Worcester Racecourse
Bloxwich Princess
Result
Finished 9th / 12 ran
13/8/1988
Stable Managers Novices Selling Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Sunset Express
Result
Finished 7th / 10 ran
26/8/1988
BBC Radio Wales Novices Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Walmer Sands
Result
Fnished 5th / 9 ran
30/8/1988
Taw Amateur Riders Handicap Hurdle
Newton Abbot Racecourse
Fingest
Result
Finished 5th / 5 ran
1/9/1988
Hartlebury Selling Handicap Hurdle
Worcester Racecourse
Walmer Sands
Result
Finished 5th / 10 ran
2/9/1988
Orcop Selling Hurdle
Hereford Racecourse
Sunset Express
Result
PU / 17 ran
5/9/1988
BBC Radio Newcastle Novices Chase
Hexham Racecourse
Annie Ra
Result
SU / 13 ran
5/9/1988
Rising Sun Novices Hurdle
Hexham Racecourse
Shanghai Bowler
Result
PU / 13 ran
12/9/1988
Farnsfield Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Rimfire
Result
Finished 2nd / 5 ran
17/9/1988
Stretton Leisure Novices Chase
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Annie Ra
Result
Finished 4th / 7 ran
23/9/1988
Wilson Fitting Out Novices Chase
Worcester Racecourse
Rimfire
Result
Finished 4th / 16 ran
28/9/1988
Hopton Novices Chase
Ludlow
Annie Ra
Result
Finished 4th / 9 ran
28/9/1988
Bridgnorth Novices Selling Hurdle
Ludlow Racecourse
Walmer Sands
Result
Finished 4th / 10 ran
3/10/1988
Newark International Antique Fair Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Rimfire
Result
Finished 2nd / 5 ran
8/10/1988
Paymasters Selling Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Walmer Sands
Result
Finished 11th / 14 ran
8/10/1988
Staffordshire Yeomanry Challenge Cup Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Rimfire
Result
Finished 4th / 12 ran
15/10/1988
Cock Bank Novices Hurdle
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Self Raising
Result
PU / 18 ran
15/10/1988
Sotheby’s Chester Handicap Chase
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Baluchi
Result
Finished 2nd / 3 ran
15/10/1988
Willis Wrightson North Handicap Chase
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Crowecopper
Result
Finished 1st / 6 ran
15/10/1988
Fenns Bank Novices Hurdle
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Arenisco
Result
Finished 10th / 16 ran
15/10/1988
Marston Border Breweries Novices Chase
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Walmer Sands
Result
Finished 5th / 7 ran
20/10/1988
Burton Rubber Company Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Rambling Wild
Result
Finished 4th / 6 ran
20/10/1988
EBF Foston Intermediate Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Rimfire
Result
Finished 1st / 6 ran
Rimfire was getting on a bit when I rode him, when we won this Uttoxeter together he was 13 years old… Rimfire was a good jumper and stayed 3 miles+ well… my dad bought Rimfire off Lord Shrewsbury for £400… I wish I’d had more horses like Rimfire to ride!
10 Rides on Rimfire all over fences
1x 1st
3x 2nd
3x 3rd
2x 4th
1x 6th
Video – Rimfire winning at Uttoxeter Racecourse
EBF Foston Intermediate Chase
1 Rimfire R Bevan
2 Oakgrove B Dowling
3 Rath Wonder S J O’Neill
PU Half A Buck M Sharratt
PU Homepath H Davies
PU Some Do J Bryan
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22/10/1988
Ratley Conditional Jockeys Handicap Hurdle
Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse
Snooker Table
Result
Finished 14th / 19 ran
27/10/1988
Newark Storage Novices Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Rimfire
Result
Finished 6th / 13 ran
3/11/1988
Hawkes Bay Trophy Conditional Jockeys Handicap Chase
Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse
Crowecopper
Result
UR / 8 ran
3/11/1988
Warrnambool Trophy Handicap Chase
Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse
Rambling Wild
Result
UR / 7 ran
18/11/1988
Stour Novices Chase
Nottingham Racecourse
Stormguard
Result
Finished 2nd / 3 ran
18/11/1988
Radio Trent Handicap Chase
Nottingham Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
Finished 3rd / 5 ran
26/11/1988
Market Rasen Novices Hurdle
Market Rasen Racecourse
Chico Valdez
Result
Finished 12th / 20 ran
28/11/1988
Bulwell Handicap Chase
Nottingham Racecourse
Aldro
Result
Finished 5th / 6 ran
28/11/1988
Woodborough Novices Chase
Nottingham Racecourse
Stormguard
Result
Finished 5th / 6 ran
29/11/1988
Houghton Selling Hurdle
Huntingdon Racecourse
Your Office
Result
PU / 18 ran
2/12/1988
Partridge Novices Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Annie Ra
Result
Finished 4th / 15 ran
2/12/1988
Curlew Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Royal Cracker
Result
Finished 14 / 20 ran
3/12/1988
Stan Mellor Handicap Chase
Nottingham Racecourse
Covent Garden
Result
Finished 4th / 5 ran
5/12/1988
Long Haul Handicap Chase
Worcester Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
Finished 4th / 9 ran
A mid-race incident with P Scu in this 3 miles 5 furlongs Long Haul Handicap Chase at Worcester
Scu was riding the favourite Ardesee and I was on Ardent Spy
The race was a staying chase, 3 times up the home straight, Scu was out in front but his mount Ardesee kept jumping right handed (each time Scu would track back over to the rails), I was a couple of lengths behind, on the rail (2nd/3rd) and I was thinking “If he keeps jumping right-handed I’m going to jump up Scudamore’s inside” it was just deciding when
Going down the back, approaching the water jump I thought “This is it” and Ardent Spy jumped it like a stag and true to form Ardesee went right handed… for a short time we were in front which must of pissed Scudamore off a bit because he scrubbed Ardesee along, got him back in front and over his left shoulder he shouted back at me “You F?cking Crazy C?nt Richard”
Neither of us won, he was 3rd, I was 4th… nothing was said in the weighing room
At the end of the day Champion Jockey’s don’t pay your wages!
8/12/1988
Norbury Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Spartan Native
Result
Finished 5th / 13 ran
10/12/1988
Sheila’s Cottage Handicap Chase
Doncaster Racecourse
Covent Garden
Result
FELL / 4 ran
12/12/1988
Youngsters Conditional Jockeys Novices Selling Hurdle
Warwick Racecourse
Golfers Sunrise
Result
Finished 5th / 20 ran
14/12/1988
Holly And Ivy Conditional Jockeys Handicap Chase
Worcester Racecourse
Modern Music
Result
PU / 11 ran
14/12/1988
Tattersalls Mares Only Novices Chase Qualifier
Worcester Racecourse
Annie Ra
Result
Finished 5th / 15 ran
15/12/1988
Christmas Tree Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Aldro
Result
FELL/13
I broke my collar bone in this fall and was also concussed
5/1/1989
Highland Spring/ROA Handicap Chase
Nottingham Racecourse
Covent Garden
Result
Finished 5th / 9 ran
7/1/1989
Horncastle Novices Chase
Market Rasen Racecourse
Annie Ra
Result
Finished 1st / 10 ran
Annie Ra… I’m glad I won on her because I don’t think she was the easiest to ride… she could start slowly, would always carry her head very high and also pulled quite hard… but at least she jumped
Apart from her being a tricky ride a certain trainers son once said to me that his father thought Annie Ra would be best with me not riding her and that he was looking forward to another jockey riding her in races (a jockey who interestingly enough, also had the Christian name Richard)… It’s something which still sticks in my side but at least I had the satisfaction of this win!
16 rides on Annie Ra over hurdles and fences
1x 1st
1x 3rd
5x 4th
4x 5th
1x 6th
1x 7th
1x 8th
1x SU
1x UR
Annie Ra winning at Market Rasen Racecourse
Horncastle Novices Chase
1 Annie Ra R Bevan
2 Barn Brae Mr J Barton
3 Ringmore Derek Byrne
4 Oxford Place M Pepper
5 Super Sue P A Farrell
6 Boreham Down G ‘Old’ Martin
F Ballyshannon Run J Bryan
PU Vagabundo J McLaughlin
PU Sagart Aroon M Brennan
PU Picadilly Prince S Turner
9/1/1989
Bridgnorth Novices Hurdle (Div I)
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Golfers Sunrise
Result
Finished 8th / 16 ran
9/1/1989
Cement City Challenge Cup Handicap Chase
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
Finished 2nd / 7 ran
Ardent Spy finishing 2nd at Wolverhampton Racecourse
Cement City Challenge Cup Handicap Chase
1 Travel Over R J Beggan
2 Ardent Spy R Bevan
3 Crowecopper Peter Scudamore
4 Scale Model J Bryan
5 Way Under M Perrett
6 Foxbury Gee Armytage
7 Funchen View J D Doyle
12/1/1989
South Muskham Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Prince Celtic
Result
Finished 3rd / 14 ran
17/1/1989
Bransford Novices Hurdle (Div II)
Worcester Racecourse
The Berwick
Result
PU / 24 ran
17/1/1989
Sale Green Novices Handicap Chase
Worcester Racecourse
Annie Ra
Result
Finished 5th / 16 ran
Katabatic (1991 Queen Mother Champion Chase winner) won this race
18/1/1989
Church Stretton Conditional Jockeys Selling Hurdle
Ludlow Racecourse
Resha
Result
Finished 17th / 19 ran
20/1/1989
Dinsdale Conditional Jockeys Selling Handicap Chase
Catterick Racecourse
Aldro
Result
Finished 7th / 7 ran
20/1/1989
Stokesley Handicap Chase
Catterick Racecourse
Covent Garden
Result
Finished 5th / 6 ran
30/1/1989
Rauceby Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Spartan Native
Result
PU / 6 ran
1/2/1989
Ledbury Selling Handicap Hurdle
Hereford Racecourse
Golfers Sunrise
Result
Finished 8th / 22 ran
3/2/1989
Trial Run Novices Chase
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
The Berwick
Result
FELL / 14 ran
I was concussed in this fall
6/2/1989
Burnhill Handicap Chase
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Covent Garden
Result
Finished 6th / 7 ran
8/2/1989
Bull Ring Novices Hurdle
Ludlow Racecourse
Secret Arch
Result
Finished 13th / 18 ran
8/2/1989
Neenton Selling Handicap Hurdle
Ludlow Racecourse
Golfers Sunrise
Result
Finished 11th / 15 ran
21/3/1989
EBF Novices Hurdle Qualifier
Nottingham Racecourse
Hixon Girl 100/1
Result
FELL / 10 ran
27/3/1989
Chesterfield Selling Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Spartan Native
Result
PU / 10 ran
27/3/1989
Charles Lewis Cup Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
PU / 8 ran
27/3/1989
Hanbury Novices Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Roy Prince
Result
Finished 2nd / 4 ran
28/3/1989
Levy Board National Hunt Flat
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Amdaja
Result
Finished 9th / 12 ran
A spare ride for Herefordshire trainer Paul James. The owner was Jerry Wright who later owned a horse called Now Your Talkin who David Nicholson trained to win a few races. The interesting runner in this race was Miinnehoma trained by Owen Brennan and owned by comedian Freddie Starr. Miinnehoma was having its first race but won quite easily at 25/1. Miinnehoma went on to win the `Sun Alliance’ Chase at the 1992 Cheltenham Festival and also the 1994 Martell Grand National Chase at Aintree.
Freddie Starr was at the races and I remember seeing him before the race having a joke with some racegoers
Starr had got a Hawaiian type shirt on that was unbuttoned well down from the collar (and his chest hair was showing) and over the top of that he’d got a leather jacket with a zip
The joke was he pretended he was so cold he’d got to do his jacket up and then to play the fool he made out he’d caught his chest hair in the zip which was making several people laugh
A typical Freddie Starr trick and something I saw before getting legged up to ride Amdaja in the race
29/3/1989
Newland Handicap Chase
Worcester Racecourse
Aldro 20/1
Result
Finished 5th / 5 ran
Aldro… by the time I get on him he was an old timer who’s engine had gone
I wouldn’t have minded riding him 7 years earlier but I would have needed time off school to do that!
1/4/1989
Cross Lanes Conditional Jockeys Selling Handicap Hurdle
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Resha
Result
Finished 3rd / 6 ran
13/4/1989
Sotheby’s Handicap Chase For The H R Attwood Memorial Trophy
Ludlow Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
UR / 15 ran
15/4/1989
Alfred McAlpine Construction Novices Chase
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Roy Prince
Result
Finished 5th / 9 ran
15/4/1989
Alfred McAlpine Chase Limited Handicap
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Covent Garden
Result
Finished 3rd / 7 ran
15/4/1989
Whatco Novices Hurdle (Div. II)
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Jonney Gem
Result
PU / 10 ran
22/4/1989
Bass Worthington Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Hill Beagle
Result
Finished 10th / 16 ran
22/4/1989
Levy Board Novices Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Prince Celtic
Result
Finished 12 / 15 ran
24/4/1989
Lockwood Freight Group Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Covent Garden
Result
Finished 3rd / 11 ran
28/4/1989
Bran Tub Novices Hurdle
Sedgefield Racecourse
Lucy Lastic
Result
Finished 5th / 17 ran
29/4/1989
Country Handicap Chase
Worcester Racecourse
Aldro
Result
Finished 14th / 18 ran
29/4/1989
Pershore Novices Hurdle (Div II)
Worcester Racecourse
The Berwick
Result
Finished 15th / 18 ran
1/5/1989
D. C. Cook Novices’ Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Stormguard
Result
Finished 7th / 8 ran
1/5/1989
Sam Derry Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Covent Garden
Result
Finished 2nd / 10 ran
1/5/1989
Horse And Jockey Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Hill Beagle
Result
Finished 7th / 11 ran
6/5/1989
Grunwick Novices Hurdle
Hereford Racecourse
The Berwick
Result
Finished 3rd/14
6/5/1989
Racecall Main Line Novices Chase
Hereford Racecourse
Roy Prince
Result
Finished 5th / 13 ran
Spectrum Organisation Handicap Hurdle
Worcester Racecourse
Hill Beagle
Result
Finished 7th / 8 ran
Paul Pridgeon Benefit Year Handicap Chase
Worcester Racecourse
Aldro
Result
Finished 6th / 8 ran
Freddy Dixon Memorial Cup Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
Finished 2nd / 5 ran
Robin Hood Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
The Berwick
Result
Finished 7th / 14 ran
Ytv Novices Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Stormguard
Result
Finished 2nd / 8 ran
17/5/1989
Colin Davies Novices Chase
Worcester Racecourse
Oleandrin
Result
FELL / 5 ran
I was concussed in this fall
20/5/1989
Tybroughton Selling Handicap Chase
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Spartan Native
Result
Finished 2nd / 15 ran
20/5/1989
Dee Novices Hurdle
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Plover
Result
Finished 2nd / 16 ran
20/5/1989
St Johns Handicap Chase
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Aldro
Result
Finished 4th / 6 ran
27/5/1989
J. L. Maltby Ltd Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Hill Beagle
Result
Finished 5th / 6 ran
27/5/1989
Roy Allen Print Novices Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Stormguard
Result
Finished 3rd / 6 ran
29/5/1989
Cavendish Finance Blue Rosette Novices Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Kelly’s and Cohens
Result
FELL / 8 ran
29/5/1989
Citygrove Blue Rosette Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
PU / 7 ran
2/6/1989
Hunt Supporters Novices Chase
Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse
Stormguard
Result
Finished 5th / 6 ran
2/6/1989
Saddlers Handicap Chase
Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse
Aldro
Result
Finished 7th / 8 ran
Richard Bevan Amateur Jockey Race Rides 1987/88 National Hunt Racing Season
Richard Bevan National Hunt Rides 1987/88
50 rides… Average Starting Price Odds 20.6 to 1
Completed 42 = 84%
Owners Prize Money (1st Place Only) £7379.10
19 rides in the first 4 places = 38%
4x 1st 8% winners
4x 2nd 8% placed second
6x 3rd 12% placed third
5x 4th 10% placed fourth
fell 2 = 4% / ur 1 = 2% / bd 2 = 4% / co 0 = 0% / ro 0 = 0% / pu 2 = 4% / su 1 = 2%
1987/1988 National Hunt Season
14/8/1987
Teignmouth Amateur Riders Handicap Hurdle
Devon & Exeter Racecourse
Fic Vic
Finished 4th / 8 ran
2/10/1987
Grunwick Stakes National Hunt Flat Race
Hereford Racecourse
Jay’Ay’Dee
Finished 5th / 16 ran
Result
8/10/1987
Grunwick Stakes National Hunt Flat Race
Cheltenham Racecourse
Jay’Ay’Dee
(4, 5 & 6YO)
BD/28 ran
Result
14/10/1987
Wetherby National Hunt Flat
Wetherby Racecourse
Don’t Telmag
Finished 22nd / 25 ran
Result
16/10/1987
Southwold Amateur Riders Novices Chase
Market Rasen Racecourse
Eric’s Wish
FELL / 12 ran
Result
26/10/1987
Fisher & Sons Fakenham Ltd Hurdle Gentleman Amateur Riders
Fakenham Racecourse
Eric’s Wish
Finished 7th / 15 ran
Result
27/10/1987
Horse And Hound Challenge Cup Amateur Riders Handicap Hurdle
Plumpton Racecourse
Annie Ra
Finished 8th / 19 ran
Result
6/11/1987
Mold Handicap Chase
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Crowecopper
Finished 5th / 9 ran
Result
7/11/1987
University Of Warwick Turf Club Novices Handicap Hurdle
Warwick Racecourse
Aphrodisiac
Finished 17 / 24 ran
Result
9/11/1987
Racing Post Handicap Hurdle
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Annie Ra
Finished 4th / 19 ran
Result
23/11/1987
Salt Hill Handicap Chase
Windsor Racecourse
Crowecopper
Finished 1st / 4 ran
Result
Video – Crowecopper winning at Windsor
Salt Hill Handicap Chase
1 Crowecopper R Bevan
2 Dart Over P Richards
3 Memberson B Powell Snr
F Lanacre Bridge Peter Hobbs
24/11/1987
Aslockton Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Annie Ra
Finished 5th / 15 ran
Result
28/11/1987
Ideal Homes Thames Handicap Chase
Towcester Racecourse
Crowecopper
Finished 4th / 7 ran
Result
4/12/1987
Ladderback Selling Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Pialuci
Finished 12th / 17 ran
Result
7/12/1987
Cherry Orchard Handicap Hurdle
Worcester Racecourse
Annie Ra
Finished 5th / 16 ran
Result
19/12/1987
Yellow Collar Handicap Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Annie Ra
Finished 6th / 11 ran
Result
26/12/1987
Deepfields Novices Chase
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Annie Ra
Finished 4th / 9 ran
Result
26/12/1987
Harry Brown Challenge Cup (Handicap Chase)
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Baluchi
Finished 3rd / 7 ran
Result
16/1/1988
Boston Selling Handicap Hurdle
Market Rasen Racecourse
Thumps
Finished 9th / 22 ran
Result
20/1/1988
Richards Castle Handicap Chase
Ludlow Racecourse
Crowecopper
Finished 2nd / 13 ran
Result
Video – Crowecopper 2nd at Ludlow
Richards Castle Handicap Chase
1 Kelly’s Boy A Adams
2 Crowecopper R Bevan
3 Pea-Cock-Ade A O’Hagan
4 Holemoor Patrol Peter Hobbs
5 Deep And Even Peter Scudamore
6 Broad Beam J Bryan
7 Stoney Creek P Croucher
8 Megabit K Traylor
PU Kyle Prince R J Beggan
PU Word Of Wisdom R Bellamy
PU Fifth Column B Dowling
PU Juvenile Prince E Buckley
UR Bryma D Tegg
29/1/1988
Hamilton Campbell Challenge Cup Handicap Chase
Ayr Racecourse
Baluchi
Finished 3rd / 3 ran
Result
16/2/1988
Manning Hunters Chase Challenge Cup
Towcester Racecourse
Rimfire
Finished 3rd / 6 ran
Result
17/2/1988
Astwood Handicap Hurdle
Worcester Racecourse
Thumps
Finished 13th / 18 ran
Result
19/2/1988
Howgate Novices Chase
Edinburgh Racecourse
Annie Ra
UR / 14 ran
Result
19/2/1988
Kilmany Cup (Handicap Chase)
Edinburgh Racecourse
Crowecopper
SU / 7 ran
Result
19/2/1988
100 Pipers Handicap Hurdle
Edinburgh Racecourse
Mitilini
Finished 8th / 17 ran
Result
19/2/1988
Leadburn National Hunt Flat Race (4, 5 & 6YO) (Div I)
Edinburgh Racecourse
Jay’Ay’Dee
Finished 13th / 14 ran
Result
2/3/1988
Mark Five Amateur Riders Handicap Chase
Worcester Racecourse
Crowecopper
Finished 3rd / 16 ran
Result
2/3/1988 I rode Crowecopper 11/2 in the Mark Five Amateur Riders Handicap Chase at Worcester Racecourse and we Finished 3rd / 16 ran. Henderson’s horse Cumrew ridden by Jamie Railton (the favourite) made the running until it fell 3 from home leaving Crowecopper and myself in front which wasn’t an ideal situation for my horse (as he would think he’d already won)… however, at this point we had to make the best of our way home. Crowecopper jumped the next well but on the run to the last a couple of the others (both big odds) came past us and we finished 3rd, beating Kim Bailey’s runner a short head into 4th place.
2/3/1988
Hoechst Panacur EBF Mares Only Novices Hurdle Qualifier
Worcester Racecourse
Ruby’s Vision
Finished 20th / 25 ran
Result
2/3/1988 I rode Ruby’s Vision 50/1 in the Hoechst Panacur EBF Mares Only Novices Hurdle Qualifier at Worcester Racecourse. Finished 20th / 25 ran.
Ruby’s Vision was quite well bred and was a half sister to St Alezan who finished 2nd in a Mackeson Gold Cup unfortunately Ruby’s Vision was not a racehorse but she did breed a couple of winners. Owners came from Whitchurch.
9/3/1988
Holywell Selling Hurdle (Div II)
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Wood Farm Girl
Finished 2nd / 12 ran
Result
I rode Wood Farm Girl
10/3/1988
Welford Handicap Chase
Stratford Racecourse
Baluchi
Finished 4th / 13 ran
Result
25/3/1988
Aston Handicap Chase
Ludlow Racecourse
Baluchi
Finished 1st / 9 ran
Result
Baluchi winning at Ludlow Racecourse
Aston Handicap Chase
1 Baluchi R Bevan
2 Outlaw I T Morgan
3 Pan Arctic C Kellett
4 Broad Beam J Bryan
5 Fare Love P Warner
6 Dundalk Bells N Hawke
7 Itsgottabealright Carl Llewellyn
0 Nudge Nudge I M Williams
0 Steel Venture W Hayes
28/3/1988
Arrow Novices Handicap Chase
Hereford Racecourse
Annie Ra
Finished 7th / 14 ran
Result
4/4/1988
Easter Handicap Chase
Market Rasen Racecourse
Baluchi
Finished 1st / 6 ran
Result
Baluchi winning at Market Rasen Racecourse
Easter Handicap Chase
1 Baluchi R Bevan
2 Wild Argosy N Fearn
3 Wise Cracker I Peter Niven
4 Fair Babu S Turner
5 Kevinsfort J Hayes
PU Keycorn M Brennan
9/4/1988
Herefordshire Light Horse Breeding Society Nov Hunter Chase
Hereford Racecourse
Rimfire
Finished 2nd / 12 ran
Result
13/4/1988
Duncrievie Handicap Chase
Perth Racecourse
Baluchi
Finished 1st / 6 ran
I won three races out of seven riding Baluchi
… Ludlow, Market Rasen and this race at Perth
I remember the first time we won at Ludlow, as I was being legged up on Baluchi, the trainer says to me “If you don’t win, don’t come f?cking back!”
“That’s nice” I thought
We’d won 3 races on the bounce together then he ran in the Holman Cup at Cheltenham and I was jocked off… Baluchi pulled up
7 rides on Baluchi all over fences
3x 1st
1x 2nd
2x 3rd
1x 4th
Video – Baluchi winning at Perth Racecourse
Baluchi ridden by Richard Bevan winning the Duncrievie Handicap Chase at Perth Racecourse April 1988
1 Baluchi R Bevan
2 Tactico M Hammond
3 Queens Palace Dai Burchell
4 Wise Cracker Peter Niven
5 Music Be Magic C Grant
PU Tumble Jim S Cunningham
14/4/1988
Caputh Amateur Riders Handicap Hurdle
Perth Racecourse
Soldier of Destiny
Finished 7th / 17 ran
Result
15/4/1988
Ryton Novices Hurdle (Div II)
Warwick Racecourse
Ruby’s Vision
PU / 18 ran
Result
23/4/1988
Tom Beckett Amateur Riders Challenge Trophy Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Crowecopper
Finished 2nd / 16 ran
Result
28/4/1988
Westgate Insurance Long Distance Handicap Hurdle
Hereford Racecourse
Infinite Star
Finished 14th / 16 ran
Result
28/4/1988
EBF Brockhampton Hunters Chase
Hereford Racecourse
Rimfire
Finished 3rd / 6 ran
Result
EBF Hunters Chase For The Ludlow Gold Challenge Cup
Ludlow Racecourse
Rimfire
Finished 3rd / 6 ran
Result
Needwood Turf Accountants Challenge Cup Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Kimacero
Finished 7th / 12 ran
Result
Tybroughton Selling Handicap Chase
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Dance of Life
Finished 7th / 16 ran
Result
Dee Novices Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Right Formula
PU / 16 ran
Result
Lees Brewery North Western Area PointToPoint Championship Final Hunters Chase
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Flyback
FELL / 15 ran
Result
I was concussed in this fall
24/5/1988
Oteley Novices Hurdle
Ludlow Racecourse
Walmer Sands
Finished 11th / 13 ran
Result
25/5/1988
Whitbread Trophy Handicap Chase
Cartmel Racecourse
Dance of Life
Finished 6th / 8 ran
Result
25/5/1988
Associated Leisure Hire Handicap Hurdle Amateur Riders
Cartmel Racecourse
Lance of St George
Finished 6th / 15 ran
Result
28/5/1988
South Lakeland Builders Selling Handicap Hurdle
Cartmel Racecourse
Lottie Limejuice
BD / 11 ran
Result
I was concussed in this fall
Working as a Stable Lad in Racing
My Journey as a Stable Lad: The Start of an Exciting Career in Racing
Beginning My Career in Racing
On September 10, 1984, I embarked on an exciting journey as a stable lad in the racing industry. This pivotal moment marked the start of my full-time employment with renowned racehorse trainer David “The Duke” Nicholson. Working under such an esteemed figure in the horse racing world was an opportunity I cherished immensely.
The First Horse I Rode at Exercise: Broadheath
The very first horse I rode out for Nicholson was a promising thoroughbred called Broadheath. Engaging in roadwork exercise with Broadheath was exhilarating. Under the supervision of experienced staff, I learned the nuances of horse handling and the importance of establishing a strong bond with each horse. This initial experience laid the groundwork for my understanding of equine care and training.
The Life of a Stable Lad
Working as a stable lad involves a rich tapestry of responsibilities—feeding, grooming, and exercising the horses, alongside ensuring their overall well-being. Each day brought new challenges and learning experiences. I became well-acquainted with the horse racing culture, the dedication required, and the underlying passion that fuels this age-old sport. The memories made during my early days still resonate with me, deeply influencing my career trajectory.
Horses I Looked After in Racing
The Story of Charter Party: A Journey Through Triumph and Trials
Introduction to Charter Party
During my time working with David Nicholson, I had the privilege of looking after a remarkable horse named Charter Party for two seasons. This horse was not just another competitor; he was a true champion known for his impressive performances on the racetrack.
First Season Success
In his first season, Charter Party proved to be nothing short of extraordinary. He won at Kempton on Boxing Day, dominating the Ritz Club Handicap Chase at the prestigious Cheltenham Festival, and also clinching victory in the Golden Miller Handicap Chase – another event at Cheltenham. These triumphs established him as a formidable contender and showcased his talents to the racing community.
The Second Year: A Turn in Fortune
However, the following year marked a stark contrast in his performance. I led him up for the Gold Cup, during which he suffered a fall. This unfortunate turn of events highlighted how much pressure had been placed on him. Despite his stellar past, Charter Party struggled to perform at his previous level, and it became evident that his lack of a proper holiday after the 1985/86 season took a toll on his abilities. With summer spent stabled, blistered legs, and not eating well, expectations for him were perhaps too high.
In conclusion, while Charter Party began as a top performer, the pressures of training and also a lack of field rest during his downtime hindered his success in his second season. This story serves as a reminder of the importance of proper rest and recovery for equine athletes to maintain their competitive edge.
Races I led up Charter Party
14/11/85 Wincanton
Silver Buck Handicap Chase
Charter Party 2nd / 4 ran
23/11/85 Newbury
Hennessy Cognac Gold Cup Handicap Chase (Listed Race)
Charter Party Fell / 15 ran
4/12/85 Worcester
Long Haul Handicap Chase
Charter Party 2nd / 9 ran
26/12/85 Kempton Park
Falklands Handicap Chase
Charter Party 1st / 7 ran
15/1/86 Windsor
Royal Windsor Handicap Chase
Charter Party 5th / 7 ran
13/3/86 Cheltenham
Ritz Club National Hunt Handicap Chase (Listed Race)
Charter Party 1st / 16 ran
16/4/86 Cheltenham
Piper Champagne Golden Miller Handicap Chase (Listed Race)
Charter Party 1st / 9 ran
13/11/86 Wincanton
Silver Buck Chase (Limited Handicap)
Charter Party 4th / 7 ran
22/11/86 Newbury
Hennessy Cognac Gold Cup (Handicap Chase) (Listed)
Charter Party PU / 15 ran
3/1/87 Newbury
Bradstone Mandarin Handicap Chase (Listed Race)
Charter Party 3rd / 6 ran
21/2/87 Nottingham
Mapperley Handicap Chase
Charter Party 3rd / 4 ran
19/3/87 Cheltenham
Tote Cheltenham Gold Cup Chase (Grade I)
Charter Party FELL / 12 ran
Introduction to Viking Flagship
During the 1994/95 season, I had the incredible opportunity to look after the legendary racehorse, Viking Flagship. This exceptional horse made a name for himself by winning prestigious races. His victories included the Tingle Creek Chase at Sandown, the Castleford Chase at Wetherby, and the Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham. Each of these wins contributed to his remarkable reputation in the racing world.
Early Training Days
Throughout the season, I was involved in the daily training routines of Viking Flagship. Initially, I rode him out at home, but there were moments when he didn’t perform well on the gallops. It can be disheartening when a horse isn’t working to its potential, but this is part of the training process. The ups and downs are expected, and it’s indicative of the journey within equine athletics. Even though my time riding him was cut short, I learned valuable lessons amidst the challenges.
Schooling Over Hurdles
One of the most rewarding experiences I had with Viking Flagship was during his first schooling session of the season over the all-weather hurdles. I was fortunate to get the reins for this vital training session, and it was a great opportunity to see his capabilities shine. Skipping over the hurdles reaffirmed we did have a bond and also showcased the potential he possessed despite earlier inconsistencies. Overall, the experience of working with Viking Flagship was a blend of triumphs and learning moments, shaping my understanding of equestrian sports.
Races I led up Viking Flagship
3/12/94 Sandown Park
Mitsubishi Shogun Tingle Creek Trophy Chase Grade 1
Viking Flagship 1st / 6 run
27/12/94 Wetherby
Castleford Chase Grade 2
Viking Flagship 1st / 6 run
14/1/95 Ascot
Victor Chandler Handicap Chase Grade 2
Viking Flagship 5th / 8 run
11/2/95 Newbury
Mitsubishi Shogun Game Spirit Chase Grade 2
Viking Flagship FELL / 3 run
25/2/95 Kempton Park
Emblem Chase
Viking Flagship 2nd / 4 run
15/3/95 Cheltenham
Queen Mother Champion Chase Grade 1
Viking Flagship 1st / 10 run
The Journey of Silver Wisp: A Cautionary Tale
Introduction to Silver Wisp
Silver Wisp, a very talented gelding I looked after at Jackdaws Castle, showcased his racing ability brilliantly by winning the Group 2 Jockey Club Stakes at Newmarket. His success on the racecourse served as a testament to his potential and the dedication of those who cared for him. However, the bittersweet reality of his training regime reveals a cautionary tale about how meticulous care can sometimes lead to unforeseen consequences.
The Impact of Limited Training
Despite his triumphs, Silver Wisp’s racing career was often hindered by constrained opportunities on the track. The inability to race regularly (some of which was intentional) resulted in him not being fit enough for the demands of high-level racing (such as Royal Ascot 7 weeks between races). It was indeed a shame that he didn’t run often enough to maintain a competitive edge, and it ultimately led to challenges down the line.
Unforeseen Leg Trouble
The unfortunate incident that led to his leg troubles I believe can be traced back to an inconsistency in his training environment. After a resurfacing of the all-weather gallops at Jackdaws Castle, Silver Wisp was rushed back onto an area (the loop gallop) that had not fully settled. This, compounded by the fact that he’d never ever trained on that part of the gallop either, contributed to a significant setback. It was even necessary for me to highlight the issue to the head lad, as he had overlooked Silver Wisp’s leg injury.
In summary, though Silver Wisp displayed immense talent, the lack of racecourse appearances and abrupt adjustments in his routine created a situation that led to his decline. This experience serves as a reminder of the delicate balance needed in training practices, emphasizing that even the best intentions can lead to detrimental outcomes if not managed properly.
Races I led up Silver Wisp
19/4/94 Pontefract
Fryston Conditions Stakes
Silver Wisp 2nd / 8 run
29/4/94 Newmarket
Madagans Jockey Club Stakes (Group 2)
Silver Wisp 1st / 8 run
17/6/94 Royal Ascot
Hardwicke Stakes (Group 2)
Silver Wisp 11th / 11 run
13/8/94 Newbury
Tripleprint Geoffrey Freer Stakes Class A (Group 2)
Silver Wisp 5th / 6 run
Memorable Horses: A Reflection on My Racing Experience
Introduction to My Racing Journey
Throughout my racing journey, I have been incredibly fortunate to ride some standout horses at exercise and on the gallops. Each of these equine companions has played a significant role in shaping my experience as a rider and as a racing enthusiast. Each animal has its particular charm, and my time spent with them at exercises and the gallops left an indelible mark on my journey. From the gut-wrenching thrills of the racecourse to the quiet moments spent bonding with these athletes, every experience has contributed to my understanding of the sport.
Notable Horses I’ve Ridden
Some of the horses I had the opportunity to ride include Charter Party, known for his exceptional stamina, and Chinrullah, a horse with a gentle spirit and surprising strength. Another noteworthy mention is Waterloo Boy, whose racing spirit was contagious. His determination on the track inspired both his team and fellow riders. Viking Flagship is also a horse I hold in high regard.
The Lasting Impact of My Equine Partners
Aside from these champions, I had the opportunity to work with other exceptional horses such as Silver Wisp, Moorcroft Boy, Second Schedule, and Relkeel. Each horse brought unique joys and challenges, helping to shape my skills and deepen my love for racing.
Reflecting on these experiences fuels my passion for the racing world, reminding me how fortunate I was to ride such talented horses. Their legacies continue to motivate me as I share my love for equestrian sports.
A Journey Through Racing Stables: My Experience from 1984 to 1996
Introduction to My Racing Stables Journey
My time working in racing stables spanned over a decade, offering me invaluable experiences in various esteemed locations across the UK. The journey began in 1984 and continued until 1996, allowing me to witness the inner workings of the racing industry.
Training Under Esteemed Trainers
I had the privilege of working under renowned trainers, starting with David Nicholson at Cotswold House in Condicote, Gloucestershire. From 1984 to 1987, I learned essential techniques, caring for horses that would eventually race in competitive environments. Following this, I joined Bill Preece’s stable from 1987 to 1988 at The Wrekin in Telford, Shropshire, where I was lucky enough to ride and win on both Baluchi and Crowecopper.
The Evolution of My Career
Between 1988 and 1992, I worked with Bill Clay at Stoke-on-Trent, the high point for me was winning on 13 year old Ardent Spy, who hadn’t won a race for six years. The next phase of my experience included a return to David Nicholson, from 1992 to 1995 at Jackdaws Castle in Temple Guiting, Gloucestershire, where I was involved with Viking Flagship and Silver Wisp. My career concluded at Ludlow, Shropshire, under Captain Tim Forster, where I worked as a lad from 1995 to 1996. Each trainer brought unique methodologies and insights, shaping my understanding of this intricate sport.
The Duke’s Open Day 1985
Michael ‘Corky’ Caulfield and my dad in the same photo
Leading Nicklup for Captain Tim Forster
Going into the Winners Enclosure at Ludlow
Standing with Connaught River
The Duke’s Open Day 1985 in the top yard at Cotswold House, Condicote
Rectory Garden owned by The Earl Cadogan
At Captain Tim Forster’s Second Yard
The Duke’s Open Day 1994
Jackdaws Castle
The Duke’s Open Day 1994
Jackdaws Castle Leading Silver Wisp in the Horse Parade
Master Hope with his lad on The Duke’s Open Day 1994
Riding Master Hope on the gallops at Jackdaws Castle
Riding Master Hope on the gallops at Jackdaws Castle (in front… Fred Hutsby on the horse behind)
Riding Master Hope on the gallops at Jackdaws Castle (in front… Fred Hutsby on the horse behind)
Riding Master Hope on the gallops at Jackdaws Castle
Riding Master Hope on the gallops at Jackdaws Castle
Silver Wisp in Number 1 Stable at Jackdaws Castle
NH Trainers Permit: Navigating the Journey of a National Hunt Permit Trainer
Introduction to National Hunt Training
Becoming a National Hunt Permit Trainer was an exciting challenge that required dedication and knowledge of horse management. In this post, I share my experiences from holding a National Hunt Permit Trainer’s Licence for one season and the journey that led me there.
Starting with Point-to-Pointers
Initially, I trained a couple of point-to-pointers, managing to secure two places but unfortunately no wins. Although the outcomes were not as desired, the experience opened doors for me in the world of horse training. My highlight came when I trained a horse called Political Power who I purchased for just £1,000 at the Malvern Horse Sales. This horse showed some improved racecourse performances for my training, such as finishing second at 66-1 in a handicap hurdle at Towcester Racecourse.
Preparing for the Trainer’s Permit
To obtain my National Hunt Trainer’s Permit, I enrolled in the horse racing training course at the British School of Racing in Newmarket. Completing this course allowed me to earn an NVQ Level 3 in Racehorse Management. I later attended an interview at the Jockey Club Licensing Department located at 42 Portman Square, London.
Even though my one season as a Permit holder didn’t produce winners, I cherished working with my horse, which also placed fourth at 50-1 in a novice chase at Fontwell Racecourse during the year of the foot and mouth epidemic.
To accompany my journey, I have included a video of Political Power schooling over fences for the first time.
Richard Bevan Amateur Jockey Race Rides 1993/94 National Hunt Racing Season
Richard Bevan National Hunt Race Rides 1993/94
2 rides… Average Starting Price Odds 11 to 1
Completed 2 = 100%
0 rides in the first 4 places = 0%
0x 1st 0% winners
0x 2nd 0% placed second
0x 3rd 0% placed third
0x 4th 0% placed fourth
fell 0 = 0% / ur 0 = 0% / bd 0 = 0% / co 0 = 0% / ro 0 = 0% / pu 0 = 0%
1993/1994 National Hunt Season
18/2/1994
Sandown Open National Hunt Flat
Sandown Park Racecourse
I rode Master Hope in his first ever race
Result
Finished 7th / 22 ran
Memories of Master Hope at Jackdaws Castle
Introduction to Master Hope
Master Hope was a horse who captured my heart during the time I spent at David Nicholson’s Jackdaws Castle Racing Stable. His unique character left a lasting impression, and the fond memories I have of him are etched in my mind. Despite facing numerous challenges, he brought immense joy to my experience at the stable.
Experiences Riding Master Hope
Throughout my time with Master Hope, I had the opportunity to ride him in two bumper races. One highlight was at Sandown Park Racecourse, where we finished 7th behind the talented Go Ballistic. Another memorable moment was at Doncaster Racecourse, where we placed 8th. These experiences were deeply rewarding, demonstrating his determination and spirit to overcome difficulties. When I applied for the Stable Lads position at Jackdaws Castle, “The Duke” emphasized that my main responsibility would not be racing, “Richard you aren’t coming here to ride in f?cking races!” but thanks to Master Hope, I was able to challenge this notion and prove myself on the racecourse.
The Heart of Jackdaws Castle
Master Hope faced obstacles throughout his life, including breathing issues and a serious injury from a fractured cannon bone sustained during training. Nevertheless, he was cherished by many, belonging to the same owners who had previous connections with successful horses like Waterloo Boy and Another Coral. Although Master Hope never won a race and his journey ended tragically, the time I spent caring for him was incredibly gratifying. His presence filled the stables with “a friendly face” for me, turning every moment spent with Master Hope into a cherished memory.
I loved this horse very much and always will! ❤️
5/3/1994
‘st Ninian’ Open National Hunt Flat
Doncaster Racecourse
Master Hope
Result
Finished 8th / 18 ran
