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Garrowby Stud is set within attractive parkland on the western edge of the Yorkshire Wolds, enjoying a private and peaceful setting. Lord and Lady Halifax keep their breeding mares on the Stud and we also work with leading racehorse trainers to provide boarding facilities for mares, foals and young stock, as well as horses out of training.

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Garrowby Stud

Garrowby Stud was founded in 1962 by Lord Halifax and his father. Some of our most famous successes include Shirley Heights, the winner of the 1978 English and Irish Derbies.

The 1986 Ribblesdale Stakes winner Gull Nook – a part sister to Shirley Heights - was also bred at Garrowby.

The victories of Mountain Lodge, Bedtime and Border Arrow plus the famous Wanton family bloodlines have added to our international reputation.

Top class facilities

Garrowby Stud is made up of four separate yards in private and peaceful surroundings. We offer:

  • warm, well-ventilated stables
  • horsewalker and lunging ring
  • 50 acres of paddocks offering superb sheltered grazing, surrounded by mature hedges

Boarding

We offer short-term and permanent boarding for mares, foals, young stock and horses out of training.

All their needs are covered, from farrier routines to vaccinations. Owners receive regular updates and are very welcome to visit. Renowned horse racing owners Hambleton Racing are long-term clients.

First class care

The Stud uses a highly regarded veterinary practice specialised in reproduction and an experienced farrier.

Our excellent foaling facilities include nursery paddocks and CCTV to allow 24 hour surveillance by knowledgeable staff. If the weather is inclement, we have indoor turnout areas.

Get in touch

It is our aim to offer extremely competitive rates. If you would like to view our facilities or, discuss your requirements, please contact:

Alan Ridger, Stud Manager

Tel: 07718 700005
E: alan.ridger@btconnect.com

Garrowby Stud
Garrowby
YO41 1QB

We are 14 miles east of York and 10 miles from Malton, accessible by a private drive from the A166 York to Bridlington Road.

Who We Are

Meet the whole team
Alan Ridger

Alan Ridger

Stud Manager

Alan arrived at Garrowby in April 2006 and has worked in the thoroughbred industry for over 45 years. Alan started his career in Somerset, where he is originally from, and is now employed as Stud Manager responsible for Garrowby Stud's broodmares and youngstock as well as the care of racehorses who are out of training on their holidays.

Alan's second passion in life is football and he is also a volunteer for the local Multiple Sclerosis Society.