Jungle Jim on the right in the photo
Jungle Jim on the right in the photo carrying the orange/white/black colours of Salford Van Hire… being led back in from the course after the race
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Richard Bevan Conditional Jockey Race Rides 1989/90 National Hunt Racing Season
Richard Bevan Conditional Jockey National Hunt Race Rides 1989/90 Season
This page includes newspaper cuttings, photos, finishing positions, results
151 rides… Average Starting Price Odds 21.24 to 1
Owners Prize Money £30585
Completed 126 = 83.44%
70 rides in the first 4 places = 46.3%
8x 1st 5.3% winners
12x 2nd 7.9% placed second
34x 3rd 22.5% placed third
16x 4th 10.6% placed fourth
fell 4 = 2.65% / ur 4 = 2.65% / bd 0 = 0% / co 0 = 0% / ro 0 = 0% / pu 17 = 11.26%
1989/1990 National Hunt Season
29/7/1989
Dimplex Optiflame Novices Chase
Newton Abbot Racecourse
Roy Prince 6/1
Result
Finished 1st / 7 ran
Dimplex Optiflame Novices Chase
1 Roy Prince R Bevan
2 Baby Sigh D Morris
3 Unityfarm Oltowner Peter Hobbs
4 Al-Amarady B Powell Snr
5 Vision Of Wonder Steve Smith-Eccles
6 Crimson Lady S Earle
PU Dream Merchant D O’Sullivan
Roy Prince – I won the first novice chase of the season on him (89/90)
… not many jockey’s ride the winner of this race – only one a year!
After winning this race he ran several times very quickly on hard ground, eventually breaking down very badly at Bangor-on-Dee and when he came back to racing the following year he was a horrible ride, he would run right handed at every jump and would literally take other runners with him in the process… he hung badly to the right
I rode Roy Prince 15 times all over fences
1x 1st
3x 2nd
5x 3rd
2x 4th
3x 5th
1x 6th
Video – Roy Prince winning at Newton Abbot Racecourse
29/7/1989
Dimplex Hursley Juvenile Novices Hurdle
Newton Abbot Racecourse
Always Great
Result
Finished 3rd / 7 ran
31/7/1989
South Zeal Novices Hurdle (Div I)
Newton Abbot Racecourse
Prince Celtic
Result
Finished 3rd / 5 ran
3/8/1989
Twysden Challenge Cup Novices Hurdle
Devon and Exeter Racecourse
Prince Celtic
Result
Finished 2nd / 4 ran
3/8/1989
Parkes Property Group Plc Novices Chase
Devon and Exeter Racecourse
Roy Prince
Result
Finished 3rd / 4 ran
5/8/1989
J & B Rare Novices Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Roy Prince
Result
Finished 3rd / 4 ran
12/8/1989
Stable Managers Novices Selling Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Rose Gardenia
Result
Finished 2nd / 4 ran
Photo landing after jumping the last
12/8/1989
Conwy Novices Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Kellys and Cohens
Result
Finished 4th / 7 ran
14/8/1989
Enigma Conditional Jockeys Handicap Hurdle
Worcester Racecourse
Aceface
Result
Finished 1st / 6 ran
14/8/1989
Chanson Novices Hurdle (Div II)
Worcester Racecourse
Kellys and Cohens
Result
Finished 3rd / 4 ran
18/8/89
BBC Radio Wales Novices Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Result
Hixon Girl 4th/6
18/8/89
Bird Pritchard Associates Novices Chase
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Result
Roy Prince 3rd/5
26/8/89
Greenall’s Brewery Juvenile Novices Hurdle
Cartmel Racecourse
Result
Broken Line FELL/13
26/8/89
Linen & Workware Rental Selling Handicap Hurdle
Cartmel Racecourse
Result
Kellys and Cohens 3rd/5
26/8/89
Lakeland Pennine Handicap Hurdle
Cartmel Racecourse
Result
Lucy Lastic 4th/6
26/8/89
EBF Novices Hurdle Qualifier
Cartmel Racecourse
Result
Hixon Girl 3rd/7
31/8/89
Hartlebury Selling Handicap Hurdle
Worcester Racecourse
Result
Sundaysport Scoop 3rd/4
1/9/89
Vowchurch Novices Hurdle
Hereford Racecourse
Result
Kellys and Cohens 3rd/6
1/9/89
Tyberton Conditional Jockeys Handicap Hurdle
Hereford Racecourse
Result
Aceface 5th/7
1/9/89
Grunwick Stakes National Hunt Flat
Hereford Racecourse
Result
Saverley Green 8th/8
2/9/89
Black Prince Conditional Jockeys Selling Handicap Hurdle
Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse
Result
Sundaysport Scoop 3rd/4
9/9/89
River Severn Novices Hurdle
Worcester Racecourse
Result
Kimacero 6th/15
11/9/89
Francis Lilian Riley Memorial Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Stormguard 6th/8
16/9/89
Halghton Conditional Jockeys Selling Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Result
Always Great 6th/9
16/9/89
Burmah Petroleum Handicap Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Result
Lucy Lastic 5th/9
16/9/89
Redbrook Novices Handicap Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Result
Kimacero 2nd/6
21/9/89
BBC Radio Derby Conditional Jockeys Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Lucy Lastic 3rd/11
21/9/89
Liquid Gold Novices Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Hixon Girl 11th/16
7/10/89
Lichfield Garrison Challenge Cup Novices Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Wyvern PU/6
7/10/9
Staffordshire Yeomanry Challenge Cup Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Stormguard PU/6
14/10/89
Osborne House Novices Handicap Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Result
Kimacero 4th/13
14/10/89
EBF Stakes National Hunt Flat
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Result
Saverley Green 13th/14
19/10/89
Abacus Lighting Juvenile Selling Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Always Great 8th/13
30/10/89
Shifnal Novices Hurdle
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
The Berwick PU/17
30/10/89
Pendeford Handicap Hurdle
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Lucy Lastic 9th/15
31/10/89
Lake Conditional Jockeys Selling Hurdle
Nottingham Racecourse
Result
Sayant 6th/11
31/10/89
Ruddington Novices Handicap Hurdle
Nottingham Racecourse
Result
Stormguard 8th/9
3/11/89
Nova Conditional Jockeys Selling Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Result
Stormguard 3rd/10
3/11/89
Jones Peckover Novices Chase
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle UR/8
4/11/89
Kinoulton Selling Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Always Great 2nd/13
4/11/89
Jack Levy Memorial Trophy Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Lucy Lastic 2nd/4
4/11/89
Grasmere Novices Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Wyvern PU/7
4/11/89
Colonel R. Thompson Memorial Trophy Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Covent Garden 3rd/4
4/11/89
Holdens Of Newark Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Annie Ra 3rd/4
7/11/89
Fownhope Selling Handicap Hurdle
Hereford Racecourse
Result
Kimacero 8th/15
9/11/89
Signal Radio Selling Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Sayant 5th/15
9/11/89
Tom Curran Memorial Trophy Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Covent Garden 6th/8
21/11/89
Burton Joyce Conditional Jockeys Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Stormguard 6th/10
21/11/89
Farndon Selling Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Sayant 3rd/9
21/11/89
Aslockton Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Leon 7th/7
21/11/89
Mansfield Novices Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Ginga Jam 3rd/6
21/11/89
Denton Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Covent Garden 5th/8
22/11/89
Julius Caesar Novices Hurdle Qualifier
Southwell Racecourse
Result
The Berwick 7th/9
22/11/89
King Henry VI Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Lucy Lastic 3rd/8
22/11/89
Hamlet Selling Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Above the Wind 6th/6
22/11/89
King Lear Juvenile Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Always Great 7th/13
22/11/89
Winters Tale Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle 1st/4
27/11/89
Merit Three Year Old Hurdle
Nottingham Racecourse
Result
Hellbrunn 5th / 9 ran
29/11/89
Callow Novices Hurdle
Hereford Racecourse
Result
The Berwick PU/14
7/12/1989
Burton Rubber Company Three Year Old Novices Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Hellbrunn Finished 3rd / 10 ran
Result
7/12/1989
Carlsberg Selling Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Sayant Finished 4th / 14 ran
15/12/1989
Racing Post Novices Chase Qualifier
Fakenham Racecourse
Result
Firm Foundations PU / 13 ran
16/12/1989
Clifton Handicap Hurdle
Nottingham Racecourse
Result
Leon PU / 26 ran
16/12/1989
Tattersalls Mares Only Novices Chase Qualifier
Nottingham Racecourse
Result
Hixon Girl FELL / 10 ran
20/12/1989
Garsdale Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle Finished 1st / 6 ran
20/12/1989
Littondale Selling Hurdle (Div II)
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Always Great Finished 5th / 9 ran
20/12/1989
Wensleydale Novices Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Stormguard Finished 9th / 14 ran
20/12/1989
Dentdale Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Lucy Lastic Finished 2nd / 8 ran
20/12/1989
Wharfdale Novices Hurdle Qualifier
Southwell Racecourse
Result
The Berwick Finished 5th / 10 ran
22/12/1989
Oaks Conditional Jockeys Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Covent Garden Finished 4th / 10 ran
26/12/1989
Wrekin Novices Claiming Hurdle (Div I)
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Stormguard Finished 3rd / 12 ran
26/12/1989
Netherton Four Year Old Handicap Hurdle
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Bold Cadet UR / 13 ran
26/12/1989
Oldbury Intermediate Handicap Chase
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Sunset Vine PU / 6 ran
26/12/1989
Walsall Handicap Hurdle
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle Finished 6th / 18 ran
27/12/1989
Stafford Handicap Chase
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Covent Garden Finished 4th / 11 ran
27/12/89
Astbury Trophy Novices Chase
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Ocean Rogue PU / 14 ran
27/12/89
Weston Three Yrs Old Novices Hurdle (Div II)
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Hellbrunn Finished 10th / 17 ran
5/1/1990
Wordsworth Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle Finished 1st / 7 ran
5/1/1990
Shakespeare Novices Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
The Berwick Finished 7th / 10 ran
5/1/1990
Homer Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Ocean Rogue FELL / 8 ran
5/1/1990
Shelley Selling Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Above the Wind 4th / 6 ran
8/1/1990
Gorsebrook Claiming Hurdle
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Broken Line 8th / 13 ran
10/1/1990
Cheshire Conditional Jockeys Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Lucy Lastic 4th / 6 ran
10/1/1990
Camembert Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
The Berwick 5th / 8 ran
10/1/1990
Brie Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle 3rd / 3 ran
13/1/1990
Tockwith Selling Hurdle
Wetherby Racecourse
Result
Sundaysport Scoop 9th / 17 ran
15/1/1990
‘racing Post’ All Weather Challenge Round 5 Selling Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Stormguard 4th / 8 ran
19/1/1990
Dinsdale Conditional Jockeys Selling Handicap Chase
Catterick Racecourse
Result
Stormguard 3rd / 8 ran
20/1/1990
Bosworth Novices Chase (Div II)
Warwick Racecourse
Result
Ginga Jam PU / 11 ran
22/1/1990
Brook Conditional Jockeys Selling Handicap Hurdle
Leicester Racecourse
Result
Sundaysport Scoop 5th / 13 ran
22/1/1990
Stonesby Novices Hurdle
Leicester Racecourse
Result
Ocean Rogue PU / 20 ran
24/1/1990
Great Expectations Novices Hurdle Qualifier
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Hixon Girl Finished 5th / 12 ran
24/1/1990
Oliver Selling Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
The Berwick PU / 9 ran
26/1/1990
Selby Selling Hurdle
Doncaster Racecourse
Result
Sundaysport Scoop Finished 3rd / 6 ran
29/1/1990
Granite Novices Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Ocean Rogue Finished 3rd / 6 ran
29/1/1990
Rock Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Hixon Girl Finished 9th / 15 ran
2/2/1990
Lee Claiming Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Sayant Finished 1st / 8 ran
Sayant… I won this all weather claiming hurdle at Southwell on him, which is sort of a real big deal (not) but it was the relief of winning that gave me satisfaction… in a previous race I’d finished 3rd on Sayant in a seller (also at Southwell) when I got shut in by a loose horse, by the time we got some daylight the race was over… after the race I got the most almighty bollocking by the trainer so getting a win on Sayant was pleasing
5 rides on Sayant all over hurdles
1x 1st
1x 3rd
1x 4th
1x 5th
1x 6th
Video – Sayant winning at Southwell Racecourse
Lee Claiming Hurdle
1 Sayant R Bevan
2 Basic Fun B McGiff
3 Golden Image I S Woods
4 Jim Bridger S Keightley
5 Stradey Castle S J O’Neill
6 Donosa B Powell Snr
7 Hidden Beauty D J Burchell
PU Dru Ri’s Bru Ri Gary Lyons
5/2/1990
Beckbury Claiming Hurdle
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Broken Line Finished 6th / 20 ran
7/2/1990
Monk Juvenile Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Bride for a Day Finished 6th / 10 ran
7/2/1990
‘racing Post’ All Weather Challenge Round 9 Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle Finished 3rd / 6 ran
7/2/1990
Monseigneur Selling Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Leon 2nd/11
10/2/1990
Lamot Pils Novices Claiming Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Broken Line 5th/14
10/2/1990
Carling Handicap Hurdle For The White Hart Challenge Cup
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Aceface 6th/9
12/2/1990
Perlethorpe Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Hill Beagle 11/2
Result
Finished 1st/10
Video – Hill Beagle winning at Southwell Racecourse
Perlethorpe Handicap Hurdle
1 Hill Beagle R Bevan
2 Up The Ladder A Carroll
3 Fiery Sun Russ Garritty
4 Forcello (USA) D J Burchell
5 Lake Mission R Dunwoody
6 Balnerino Steve Smith-Eccles
F Super Sol S Turner
PU Quite So J Ryan
PU Danribo B Powell Snr
PU Keep Straight R Fahey
16/2/1990
Kersall Novices Claiming Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Hixon Girl 10/1
Result
Finished 4th / 7 ran
16/2/1990
Halloughton Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Hill Beagle 5/1
Result
Finished 3rd / 9 ran
19/2/1990
Shrewsbury Cup Handicap Chase
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Covent Garden 66/1
Result
Finished 7th / 10 ran
West Tip (1986 Grand National winner) finished 6th
21/2/1990
Farnsfield Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Bride for a Day 16/1
Result
Finished 8th / 12 ran
21/2/1990
East Stoke Novices Hurdle Qualifier
Southwell Racecourse
Prince Celtic 20/1
Result
Finished 6th / 12 ran
21/2/1990
Church Warsop Novices Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Ocean Rogue 10/1
Result
Finished 3rd / 6 ran
21/2/1990
Bathley Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Aceface 5/1
Result
Finished 5th / 12 ran
2/3/1990
New Ollerton Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Prince Celtic 3rd / 6 ran
2/3/1990 I rode Prince Celtic 6/1 in the New Ollerton Novices Hurdle at Southwell Racecourse and Finished 3rd / 6 ran. Prince Celtic was having his second run on the all weather at Southwell, this time over 2 miles 6 furlongs which was another half a mile more than the first effort.
The horse wore blinkers and I found he didn’t like the sand kicking up in his face, I don’t blame him I didn’t like it much either. As a result we got behind… the horse running as if he was outpaced until he got going a bit in the second half of the race and stayed on into a well beaten 3rd.
Prince Celtic never ran on the all weather again. He was placed several times (over hurdles, all-weather hurdles and fences)… we had a couple of 2nds, four 3rds and 4th in a novice chase at Uttoxeter on Midlands Grand National Day… but the horse never won a race and to this day I don’t know why he wore blinkers.
7/3/1990
Croxton Novices Chase
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Wyvern 100/1
UR/16
Result
7/3/1990
Chirk Novices Hurdle
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Bride for a Day 100/1
Finished 6th / 12 ran
Result
10/3/1990
Federation Brewery Legend Bitter Novices Hurdle
Doncaster Racecourse
Result
Prince Celtic 12th / 18 ran
10/3/1990
Federation Brewery LCL Pils Lager Handicap Hurdle
Doncaster Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle 7th / 16 ran
16/3/1990
Whiston Four Year Old Fillies Selling Hurdle (Div I)
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Bride for a Day 6th / 11 ran
16/3/1990
Wheaton Aston Novices Chase
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Result
Wyvern 9th / 12 ran
17/3/1990
Pace Plant Conditional Jockeys Selling Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Leon 3rd / 18 ran
17/3/1990
Steel Plate And Sections Young Chasers Qualifier Novices Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Prince Celtic 7th / 12 ran
17/3
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Dog And Partridge Tutbury Handicap Chase
Result
Covent Garden PU/8
17/3
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Ladbroke Novices Hurdle
Result
Ocean Rogue 9th/14
24/3
Oswestry Novices Chase
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Result
Leon 2nd/9
24/3
Lightwood Green Novices Hurdle
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Result
Ocean Rogue 5th/8
31/3/1990
Fibresand Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle 8th/17
31/3/1990
Rolleston Mill Maiden Chase (Div I)
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Prince Celtic PU/11
16/4/1990
Montes Chilean Wines Selling Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Stormguard 3rd/13
16/4/1990
Staffordshire Wine Investments Novices Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Roy Prince 3rd/3
16/4/1990
Charles_Laffite Champagne Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Ardent Spy UR/5
17/4/1990
Marchington Novices Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Hellbrunn 4th/8
17/4/1990
Lifetime & General Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle 3rd/13
17/4/1990
Uttoxeter Novices Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Prince Celtic 25/1
FELL / 11 ran
I fractured my jaw and was also concussed in this fall … I spent the night in Stafford General Hospital
28/4/1990
Kelly Trucks Novices Chase
Result
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Prince Celtic 4th / 15 ran
28/4/1990
Battle Of Britain Novices Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Hellbrunn 6th / 15 ran
28/4/1990
Grand Stand Handicap Hurdle
Worcester Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle 6th / 19 ran
7/5/1990
May Day Maiden Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Prince Celtic 3rd / 9 ran
7/5/1990
Sam Derry Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Result
Stormguard PU/7
Abbots Bromley Novices Claiming Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Abbots Bromley Novices Claiming Hurdle Result
Bride for a Day 8th/10
Freddy Dixon Memorial Trophy Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Freddy Dixon Memorial Trophy Handicap Chase Result
Ardent Spy 1st/6
When we won this race Ardent Spy he was 13 years old and it had been 6 years since his previous victory and to put it bluntly, if the horse hadn’t had training problems when he was younger then I would have never got to ride him, he’d of been running at Cheltenham, Ascot and Sandown rather than Uttoxeter, Southwell and Ludlow… the horse’s problems turned into a bit of luck for me!
We won the Freddy Dixon Memorial Chase at Uttoxeter and I think winning a race run in the memory of a jockey who was killed riding in a race is an honour
Freddy Dixon is buried locally to where I live and the words written on his grave stone are something to go and have a read
16 rides on Ardent Spy all over fences
1x 1st
4x 2nd
2x 3rd
3x 4th
1x 6th
3x PU
2x UR
Video – Ardent Spy winning at Uttoxeter Racecourse
Freddy Dixon Memorial Trophy Handicap Chase at Uttoxeter Racecourse
1 Ardent Spy R Bevan
2 Proverity Norman Williamson
3 Mithras Gary Lyons
4 Alice’s Boy Luke Harvey
5 Wiggburn B Powell Snr
F Green Tops B Storey
| Fred Dixon |
When You Lay Me To Slumber No Spot You Can Choose
But Will Ring To The Rhythm Of Galloping Shoes
And Under The Daisies No Grave Be So Deep
But The Hoofs Of The Horses Shall Sound In My Sleep
From The Hoofs Of The Horses By William Henry Ogilvie
B. Lilly & Sons Novices Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
B. Lilly & Sons Novices Handicap Chase Result
Wyvern 4th/5
Federation Of British Racing Clubs Selling Handicap Chase
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Result
Stormguard 6th / 16 ran
Win With Tote Handicap Hurdle
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle 3rd / 7 ran
Bass Northwest Novices Handicap Hurdle
Bangor on Dee Racecourse
Result
Hellbrunn 7th / 11 ran
16/5/1990
Colin Davies Novices Chase
Worcester Racecourse
Result
Roy Prince 2nd / 10 ran
28/5/1990
ATS Yearling Tyre Selling Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Wyvern PU / 17 ran
28/5/1990
Associated Tyre Specialists Novices Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Roy Prince 2nd / 4 ran
28/5/1990
Sos? ATS Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Hill Beagle 4th / 8 ran
28/5/1990
ATS Midlands Region Claiming Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Leon 2nd / 4 ran
28/5/1990
ATS Uttoxeter Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Ardent Spy 4th / 8 ran
28/5/1990
ATS Flatmate Novices Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Bride for a Day PU / 9 ran
29/5/1990
Lyphento Novices Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Result
Prince Celtic 2nd / 4 ran
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
Memories from Southwell Racecourse: My Parents Leading Up Winners
A Glimpse into 1961
On Thursday, February 23, 1961, Southwell Racecourse welcomed a number of competitors, including Guinea Hunter, who made a notable appearance in the Edwalton Hurdle Division II race. My mum played her role in leading up this horse, expertly handled by jockey Stan Mellor. This maiden race for four-year-olds was over 2 miles and 80 yards, with a prize pot of £170 attracting attention from racing enthusiasts.
October 15, 1962: Another Day at the Races
Fast forward to Monday, October 15, 1962, and we see my dad taking on the responsibility of leading up another contender, Gold Pride. Jockey Ivor Markham took the reins for this race, which was the Upton Selling Handicap Chase, covering a 2-mile distance. This race, with a prize fund of £186, also took place at Southwell Racecourse, showcasing the vibrant atmosphere of local racing.
Training at Roy Whiston’s Yard
Both Guinea Hunter and Gold Pride were prepared at Herne Farm in Hodnet, located near Market Drayton in Shropshire, England. There, renowned trainer Roy Whiston dedicated himself to ensuring that these horses were ready to compete at the local tracks. Reflecting on these events not only brings nostalgia but also emphasizes the joy and dedication of those involved in horse racing.
The Historic Cheltenham Festival Countdown: A Look Back at 1995
Remembering some of the Great Horses of 1995
This vintage photo features some of the biggest names in horse racing at the time. The picture captures the moment when David Nicholson is pictured with some of his prized horses which included, Barton Bank, held by Gordon Clarkson. Alongside them are Viking Flagship, handled by Richard Bevan; Relkeel, with Xavier Aizpuru; and Anzum, attended by Jeremy Dance. Each horse represents the determination and athleticism that the Cheltenham Festival is known for, making them icons in the racing community.
The Cheltenham Festival Significance
The Cheltenham Festival, a highly anticipated event in the horse racing calendar, draws elite competitors and enthusiastic spectators each year. It has transformed into a major celebration for racehorse trainers, owners, and fans alike. Among the notable figures at the 1995 Festival was trainer David Nicholson, who was featured in this newspaper photo announcement titled “Cheltenham Festival Countdown” in the Sporting Life newspaper.
The Excitement Leading to the Festival
The countdown to the Cheltenham Festival in 1995 was filled with anticipation and excitement. Fans eagerly awaited the performances from esteemed racehorses, each with their unique strengths and histories. As the event approached, discussions among pundits and fans heightened the atmosphere, ensuring the racing season would be memorable. Today, the nostalgic memories of iconic trainers and horses from past Festivals remind us of the joy and thrill that the Cheltenham Festival continues to bring to the world of horse racing.
Horses I Led Up – NH 1984/85
Explore the fascinating account of Richard Bevan’s experiences during the 1984/85 National Hunt Racing Season, leading up horses for racehorse trainer David Nicholson from Cotswold House Racing Stables, Condicote near Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire.
20/10/1984
Fenns Bank Novices Hurdle (Div II)
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
The Shiner
Fenns Bank Novices Hurdle (Div II)
Finished 4th / 11 ran
9/11/1984
Philip Cornes Novice Hurdle Qualifier
Cheltenham Racecourse
The Shiner
Philip Cornes Novice Hurdle Qualifier
Finished 8th / 23 ran
23/11/1984
Round Oak Handicap Hurdle
Newbury Racecourse
Lawnswood Miss
Round Oak Handicap Hurdle
Finished 13th / 15 ran
7/12/1984
Coral Golden Hurdle Handicap (Qualifier)
Cheltenham Racecourse
Lawnswood Miss
Coral Golden Hurdle Handicap (Qualifier)
Finished 9th / 16 ran
12/12/1984
Malden Timber Novices Hurdle Qualifier
Huntingdon Racecourse
Golden Raider
Malden Timber Novices Hurdle Qualifier
Finished 9th / 22 ran
19/12/1984
Turkey Novices Hurdle (Div 1)
Worcester Racecourse
Golden Raider
Turkey Novices Hurdle (Div 1)
Finished 9th / 20 ran
5/2/1985
Malden Timber Novices Hurdle (Qualifier)
Warwick Racecourse
Golden Raider
Malden Timber Novices Hurdle (Qualifier)
Finished 10th / 16 ran
25/2/1985
Malden Timber Novices Hurdle (Qualifier)
Doncaster Racecourse
Golden Raider
Malden Timber Novices Hurdle (Qualifier)
Finished 8th / 15 ran
1/3/1985
Radcot Handicap Hurdle
Newbury Racecourse
Lawnswood Miss
Radcot Handicap Hurdle
Pulled Up / 19 ran
1/3/1985 I led up Lawnswood Miss in the Radcot Handicap Hurdle at Newbury Racecourse. Pulled Up / 19 ran.
1984/85 National Hunt Season was my first year in racing. I had been going to David Nicholson’s yard in my school holidays since I was 14 and The Duke’s yard was the only place I was going to when I left education.
I started work at Nicholson’s Cotswold House stables on September 10th 1984 and Lawnswood Miss was one of the first horses I looked after, the other two being The Shiner and Golden Raider.
It was a bad year for Nicholson trained horses as there was a nasty virus going round the yard and all season he only trained 17 winners from 50+ horses.
Lawnswood Miss didn’t run a good race all year and going back to the race mentioned above it was no exception as she pulled up… later found to have mucus in her airways… she still ran twice more in March before being retired to stud for breeding… she went to Lord Northampton’s horse Broadsword (who The Duke had trained)… I went in the horsebox with her the day she went to stud
As for my other two horses
The Shiner, I led him up a couple of times, 4th at Bangor and down the field at Cheltenham before he got moved on to David Murray Smith’s yard… where he won.
In The Shiner’s place I got to look after Jungle Jim but he had bad legs and only ran once that season before he was sold.
Golden Raider I led up several times in novice hurdles, showed some promise but another horse with the virus… in March 1985 the owners moved Golden Raider away from Nicholson’s to Martin Pipe’s… later the same season Golden Raider won for Pipe at Ludlow…the horse was Pipe’s 40th winner of the season… the first time he’d trained 40 winners
In Golden Raider’s place I got Pippahmint Lass, (a chestnut filly by Sunyboy, at the time 3 years old) to look after… I never led her up at the races but I did take her to Doncaster Sales (stopped overnight in Doncaster) where she won her class at the pre sales show before being unsold at 8000 guineas in the auction ring.
I remember as I was going in the sale ring with Pippahmint Lass The Duke said to me “Don’t worry she’s not being sold”
… I thought to myself “she’s just bitten me and I hoped the bugger was going elsewhere!”
Anyhow, we took one horse to Doncaster Sales and brought two back, one was Pippahmint Lass and the other was an unnamed 4 year old also by Sunyboy (who The Duke and his associates paid a lot of money for in the auction), who was a half brother of two time Scottish National winner Androma… and the 4 year old was later named Bigsun, who became a Cheltenham Festival winner.
… and after all of that and much more besides it was getting towards the end of the 1984/85 National Hunt season and by this time The Duke was glad to get his virus ridden horses out into the fields for some “Doctor Green!”
13/3/1985
Coral Golden Hurdle Final (Handicap)
Cheltenham Racecourse
Lawnswood Miss
Coral Golden Hurdle Final (Handicap)
Finished 21st / 30 ran
23/3/1985
Erbistock Handicap Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Jungle Jim
Erbistock Handicap Hurdle
Finished 11 / 18 ran
Jungle Jim on the right in photo running in the orange/white/black colours of Salford Van Hire
28/3/1985
Whitbread Pale Ale Handicap Hurdle
Liverpool Aintree Racecourse
Lawnswood Miss
Whitbread Pale Ale Handicap Hurdle
Finished 19th / 21 ran
6/5/1985
Iron Bridge Handicap Chase
Ludlow Racecourse
Lulav
Iron Bridge Handicap Chase
Finished 2nd / 5 ran
National Hunt Race Rides 1990/91
National Hunt Rides 1990/91
40 rides… Average Starting Price Odds 19.782 to 1
Owners Prize Money £8080
Completed 35 = 87.5%
23 rides in the first 4 places = 57.5%
0x 1st 0% winners
12x 2nd 30% placed second
4x 3rd 10% placed third
7x 4th 17.5% placed fourth
fell 0 = 0% / ur 2 = 5% / bd 0 = 0% / co 0 = 0% / ro 0 = 0% / pu 3 = 7.5%
1990/1991 National Hunt Season
3/8/1990
BBC Radio Wales Novices Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Royal Hunt
Finished 2nd / 11 ran
Result
3/8/1990
Bpa Exhibitions Novices Chase
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Hill Beagle
Finished 2nd / 5 ran
Result
9/8/1990
Radford Bavarian Novices Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Hill Beagle
Finished 2nd / 2 ran
Result
9/8/1990
Queensway China Novices Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Royal Hunt
UR / 11 RAN
Result
(I needed stitches in my mouth after this)
18/8/1990
Fred Archer Conditional Jockeys Handicap Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Hill Beagle
Fnished 2nd / 8 ran
Result
27/8/1990
Rose County Handicap Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Hill Beagle
Finished 2nd / 7 ran
Result
27/8/1990
Hopeful Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Royal Hunt
Finished 2nd / 10 ran
Result
29/8/1990
Cooper Callas Bathroom Distributors Handicap Chase
Newton Abbot Racecourse
Ardent Spy
PU / 4 ran
Result
29/8/1990
Armitage Shanks Forum Shower Enclosure Novices Chase
Newton Abbot Racecourse
Prince Celtic
UR / 7 ran
Result
1/9/1990
Hole In Wall Novices Chase
Hereford Racecourse
Hill Beagle
Finished 2nd / 4 ran
Result
Remembering Hill Beagle: A Unique Racing Journey
Introduction to Hill Beagle
Hill Beagle was a funny little horse, whose distinctive personality set him apart from others at the stables. Although his ride at home could be quite challenging, especially with his tendency to hang to the left, he was ultimately a talented racehorse. His unique gait aside, he showcased impressive skills over hurdles and fences, becoming a cherished partner of mine for many rides.
Success on the Track
During our time together, Hill Beagle and I celebrated a series of victories, particularly at Southwell. With four wins in handicap hurdles, he proved his capability on all-weather surfaces. Despite his smaller stature, likely under 16 hands, Hill Beagle’s strong build allowed him to excel in competitions. These wins were not just milestones; they represented teamwork and the joy of racing.
A Fond Farewell
Regrettably, not every moment in racing is filled with triumph. Hill Beagle’s progress took a sombre turn when he suffered a breakdown during a novice chase at Hereford while running a promising second. It was a critical moment, and potentially, he should have clinched victory. This race marked the final time I rode him on the course, a bittersweet reminder of our journey together. Hill Beagle may not have been the easiest ride, but his spirit and courage will always be remembered.
24 rides on Hill Beagle over hurdles and fences
4x 1st
5x 2nd
5x 3rd
1x 4th
1x 5th
2x 6th
3x 7th
1x 8th
1x 10th
1x UR
15/9/1990
Redbrook Novices Handicap Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Royal Hunt
Result
Finished 4th / 9 ran
1/10/1990
Royal Welsh Showground In May Cond. Jockeys Novices Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Royal Hunt
Result
Finished 2nd / 9 ran
6/10/1990
Staffordshire Yeomanry Challenge Cup Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
Finished 4th / 7 ran
13/10/1990
Farnsfield Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
Finished 3rd / 4 ran
20/10/1990
Ratley Conditional Jockeys Claiming Hurdle
Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse
Royal Hunt
Result
Finished 2nd / 10 ran
25/10/1990
Colonel R. Thompson Memorial Trophy Handicap Chase
Southwell Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
Finished 2nd / 7 ran
Ardent Spy 2nd at Southwell Racecourse
Colonel R. Thompson Memorial Trophy Handicap Chase
1 Tartan Tempest N Doughty
2 Ardent Spy R Bevan
3 Wild Argosy J Railton
4 Border Tinker Graham Bradley
5 Oisins Castle K A Ryan
F Confident Vote Peter Niven
PU Bonnie Artist C Grant
25/10/1990
Southwell Racecourse
Roy Prince
Grasmere Handicap Chase Result
Finished 4th / 4 ran
2/11/1990
Brian Oxton Conditional Jockeys Selling Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Royal Hunt
Result
Finished 4th / 12 ran
6/11/1990
Lake Conditional Jockeys Selling Hurdle
Nottingham Racecourse
Fine Warrior
Result
Finshed 8th / 18 ran
6/11/1990
Radio Trent Handicap Chase
Nottingham Racecourse
Roy Prince
Result
Finished 6th / 6 ran
8/11/1990
Mason Richards Handicap Chase For Tom Curran Memorial Trophy
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
Finished 6th / 11 ran
8/11/1990
Kone Lifts Selling Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Royal Hunt
Result
Finished 2nd / 13 ran
19/11/1990
Colwyn Bay Novices Selling Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Fine Warrior
Result
Finished 8th / 17 ran
Fine Warrior and myself… second left
20/11/1990
Brockton Intermediate Handicap Chase
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Roy Prince
Result
Finished 3rd / 5 ran
26/11/1990
Kegworth Selling Hurdle
Nottingham Racecourse
Kings Meeting
Result
Finished 7th / 11 ran
30/11/1990
Crosemere Selling Hurdle
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Mystic Bid
Result
Finished 8th / 10 ran
1/12/1990
Ton Up Selling Hurdle
Nottingham Racecourse
Fine Warrior
Result
Finished 9th / 20 ran
6/12/1990
Burton Rubber Company Three Year Old Novices Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Kings Meeting
Result
PU / 14 ran
6/12/1990
Derbyshire Property Guide Selling Handicap Hurdle
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Easy Time
Result
Finished 3rd / 9 ran
21/12/1990
Jenkinsons Conditional Jockeys Handicap Chase
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Ardent Spy
Result
Finished 2nd / 15 ran
27/12/1990
Stanton Conditional Jockeys Handicap Chase
Wolverhampton Racecourse
Roy Prince
Result
Finished 4th / 6 ran
28/12/1990
Cinderella Selling Handicap Hurdle
Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse
Nicolaki
Result
Finished 9th / 17 ran
1/1/1991
Parsley Novices Claiming Hurdle
Leicester Racecourse
Royal Hunt
Result
Finished 3rd / 15 ran
5/1/1991
EBF Stakes National Hunt Flat Race
Market Rasen Racecourse
Jan’s Blend
Result
Finished 11th / 19 ran
9/1/1991
Design Contractors Selling Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Nicolaki
Result
Finished 4th / 7 ran
23/1/1991
Design Contractors Selling Hurdle
Southwell Racecourse
Fine Warrior
Result
Finished 11th / 17 ran
29/1/1991
Marshall Handicap Chase
Leicester Racecourse
Roy Prince
Result
Finished 5th / 6 ran
29/1/1991
Charnwood Claiming Hurdle
Leicester Racecourse
Trade Secret I
Result
PU / 15 ran
31/1/1991
Canons Ashby Claiming Hurdle
Towcester Racecourse
Royal Hunt
Result
Finished 4th / 14 ran
2/2/1991
Fillies Slay Ride Stakes National Hunt Flat
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Balmoral Drive
Result
Finished 15th / 15 ran
