Robin Hood Racing

Siam wins at Windsor

Stewart — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 14:58:05 +0000

Super Siam finally got his ground and won nicely at Windsor under a great ride from Rossa Ryan.
Drawn 1 of 14 it was important that he got off to a flyer therefore it was much to our delight that he flew out of the stalls grabbing the inside running rail, Rossa kept him handy throughout before taking the lead inside the final furlong.
It was a terrific performance from both horse and jockey and our trainer Kevin will be looking to get him out again as soon as possible.
Interestingly Rossa was the jockey on Siam’s debut on a racecourse when finishing 2nd at Ascot in 2020.
The horse trotted up sound and well the next morning and we are all looking forward to his next adventure.

Flying Fox on the gallops.

Stewart — Sun, 10 Mar 2024 19:52:11 +0000

Robin Hood owners were out in force last weekend to watch Foxy (Siam Fox) on the gallops as Kevin continues to prepare him for a tilt at the Lincoln or the consolation race to be run on the same day.

The Fox was in great form and did a lovely piece of work with jockey Ben Sanderson on board.

Kevin is very happy with his progress and is confident that he will give his owners some good times during the forthcoming flat season.

We can also report that Boycie (Kath’s Toyboy) after months of fun and games finally got his way following his antics and refusal to go into the stalls at Southwell and has been rehomed locally to be re-trained as an eventor.

KT was much loved by his owners and legions of fans.

The handsome grey provided Robin Hood with our first winner and whether he was goose-stepping or having fun with the stable staff there was never a dull moment when he was around.

We wish him all the best in his new career.

Lincoln entry for Foxy

Stewart — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 20:47:40 +0000

The first step of the journey was completed today when we made an entry for Foxy (Siam Fox) in the Lincoln.

At this stage there are 97 entries and a field size of 22.

Foxy returned to training last week and his prep race is likely to the Lincoln trial at Wolverhampton on Saturday March 9^th

We have decided to release 2 x 10% shares should any serious owners wish to get involved in a horse that we feel now has the scope to improve this season and will be taking our owners to some nice racecourses.

Meanwhile Boycie (Kath’s Toyboy) remains in good health following his run at Newcastle and has been dropped to his last winning mark of 60.

Southwell is his next intended target next Tuesday Jan 30^th.

Finally we have penciled in Saturday Feb 17^th for the next official stable visit.

The Fox joins Robin Hood

Stewart — Sat, 11 Nov 2023 19:30:38 +0000

RHR are pleased to announce our new signing the fantastic Siam Fox.
The team have had our their eye on this horse for some time and our patience was finally rewarded when Kevin was able to purchase Siam Fox on our behalf at the recent Newmarket horses in training sales.
Siam cost £273,000 as a yearling and is considered by everyone at the yard to be a horse with lots of ability therefore we are confident that Foxy is now in a position to capitalise on his undoubted potential.
Further to the above Kevin and the team feel that Foxy is now on a very workable mark, and he will be aimed at some of the great 7f/1m handicaps during the 2024 season with his first target being a potential tilt at the Lincoln at Doncaster in March.
The team have been looking for a nice “Saturday horse” for some time and with the new prize money arrangements felt now was the appropriate time to give RHR owners the opportunity to attend some of the great tracks and newly formed premier meetings as an owner.
RHR would like to give the opportunity for fellow racing enthusiasts to join our friendly band of merry men and women and have decided to release 2 x 10% shares and would therefore ask prospective owners to get in touch for a no obligations chat regarding further details and plans for the horse.
These are exciting times for RHR owners as our incredibly consistent grey Kath’s Toyboy is all set to return to the track in the next few weeks.
Boycie (KT) spent the summer at his holiday home out in the fields with four of his stable mates and has returned to the yard in great physical and mental condition.

Due to illness we are able to release a couple of shares in KTB and prices can be found on our benefits and fees page.

KT is back

Stewart — Sun, 08 Oct 2023 10:24:37 +0000

Boycie aka Kath’s Toyboy is now back in training after his summer break therefore it was great to visit the yard yesterday to watch him do a nice piece of work on the gallops in the capable hands of his work rider Julia.

Having spent the summer chilling out in Julia’s paddocks the two of them have become the best of pals and as a consequence Boycie has come back into the yard extremely happy and in a great frame of mind.

We are very much hoping that Boycie will continue to build on the progression shown since joining Kevin and we are very much looking forward to his campaign on the all weather and his first race back which is scheduled for early November.

A special mention for all the team at Danethorpe for making us all so welcome and in particular Julia who was so attentive and caring towards my young grandchildren who had come to spend time with Boycie.

Due to personal circumstances a few shares have become available in our flying grey therefore if you are interested in joining our friendly syndicate please gets in touch.

Another great run from Kath’s Toyboy

Stewart — Sun, 11 Jun 2023 18:36:39 +0000

Kath’s Toyboy best know to his owners as Boycie continues to be in the form of his life after another gallant display finishing 3rd carrying top weight in a very competitive handicap at Thirsk on Friday afternoon.
We were all hoping that his new Robin Hood blinkers would bring him some luck and he clearly ran up to his new mark with an excellent performance under a great ride from his new partner David Nolan.
David was singing his praises after the race and it will be no surprise if he gets his head in front on grass in the near future.
Boycie is an incredibly versatile horse and has run well on all sorts of tracks and going clocking up an amazingly consistent record of having won or been placed in 20 of his 38 runs.
Described by our trainer Kevin as the perfect syndicate horse we can hardly wait for our flying grey’s next appearance.

There promises to be more fun in store for RH owners on Tuesday when Oscar (De La Hoya) runs at Southwell.
Oscar is an absolute character described by his trainer as a proper playboy however he is a firm favorite at the yard and a bright future beckons for this son of Tasleet.
Robin Hood owners will be out in force at our local track on Tuesday therefore please come and say hello.

A day in the life of Kevin & Robin Hood

Stewart — Fri, 26 May 2023 18:29:04 +0000

It was the Robin Hood owners official stable visit on Saturday morning and therefore we had the privilege of visiting the yard prior to one of our horses Oscar (De La Hoya) running in the evening at Doncaster.
This provided the RH team with an opportunity to see a glimpse into a day in the life of our trainer Kevin and his staff.
The back story was that the stable visit was arranged weeks in advance and for that reason we didn’t want to cancel however we had reservations regarding going ahead as we know how busy Kevin would be, however when I asked him he just said “Crack on with it although I will have to leave for 11am”
I have used timelines in an attempt to give you a clear history of the day.
Kevin arrived at the yard for the early morning feeds at 6am.
We arrived at the yard at 8.30am to be met by Kevin and his staff and within seconds Jack paraded Oscar in front of us and arranged photos for our enthusiastic owners.
Five minutes later and in military fashion Kath’s Toyboy and Poster Child appear for their warm up prior to their piece of work.
As we walk to the gallops to watch our horses in action I ask Kevin about his thoughts on his runner at Aintree the night before and he tells me that the journey home seemed to take for ever with all of the road closures and that he arrived back in Newark at 12.30am
Kevin not surprisingly looked tired however he soon had to shake of his weariness when one of the horses galloped past us after unshipping his rider
Our trainer reacts quickly, vanishes, and if transported by a time machine meets the horse at the end of the gallops then bravely and calmly waves him down before taking him back to the safety of his stable.
Within minutes he was back with us and gave us some interesting insights into our string as we watched KT and Poster do a nice canter.
9.30am and in between doing entries and declarations Kevin agrees to do an interview for our owners before setting off to Thirsk for his 1st runner of the day telling me that he would be rejoining us for the night meet at Doncaster.
10am and Kevin sets off for Thirsk.
We are now at Doncaster and it’s a glorious summer evening and at 6.20pm we make our way to the pre-parade where we find Kevin and his staff saddling up Oscar.
Oscar was gelded way back in January however would somebody please tell him as he still behaves like a playboy and according to staff has been an absolute pain since he arrived around 4pm.
6.35pm time to move into the paddock, It is only Oscar’s second run and the first time that our Jack the lad has encountered such a big crowd therefore Kevin takes no chances and supports Lauren and Julia as Oscar pulls them around the paddock.
To be fair as soon as David jumps into the saddle Oscar settles down and starts to behave like an old pro.
6.40pm Kevin moves towards us and I cannot help but move towards him to give him a high five embrace.
It is one of those rare mindful moments where I realise how lucky we are to have such a hard working, skilful and dedicated man to look after our horses.
6.50pm and after all the hysterics Oscar decides to light his cigar as he strolls out of the stalls however David Nolan reacts quickly and gives Oscar the hurry up.
6.53pm and David tells us that Oscar is a really nice horse with a great attitude and that we will have some fun with him.
7.00pm Kevin gives brilliant feedback to all of our owners at the course before giving me another interview for those that could not make it.
7.20pm and we are still in deep discussion with our enthusiastic trainer before Amanda intervenes and quite rightly escorts Kevin back to the car.
Unfortunately the words I give you cannot adequately express my gratitude to our trainer and his staff, they do such an amazing job.
Thank you for reading.

Kath’s Toyboy Coronation Weekend plans announced.

Stewart — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 19:30:23 +0000

As part of the forthcoming Charles and Camilla Coronation celebrations I hereby announce that I plan to make an appearance at Southwell Racecourse on Monday Bank Holiday May 8th at a race time of 5.20pm
It was difficult to prevent the paparazzi from leaking this news therefore it is no surprise that all tickets have gone and it has already become a sell out event.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet yours truly and I can also inform you that fellow icon Steve Arnold from my 2nd favourite soap Coronation Street (I prefer Emmerdale) will also be making an appearance.
It promises to be a great occasion and a wonderful opportunity to join me as one of my loyal subjects (owners)

Kathy wins for Robin Hood

Stewart — Sun, 16 Apr 2023 07:01:27 +0000

A large contingent of nineteen Robin Hood outlaws/owners family and friends braved the heavy rain at Southwell racecourse on Friday evening and were rewarded with an excellent debut from Oscar (De La Hoya) and then an hour later a victorious performance from their flying grey Kath’s Toyboy who was stepped up in trip and traveled beautifully to win on his debut for the Robin Hood team.
Kathy swept into the winners enclosure with the pomp and attitude of a top racehorse and has certainly been revitalised by our brilliant trainer Kevin Frost.
Special mention and gratitude to Jack Brooks , Lee Topliss, and Lauren Frost for all of their skill, hard work, ad dedication to our horses, along with all of the team at this outstanding training establishment.
The champagne flowed in the Southwell winner’s room where owners were treated to a top commentary from Kevin and several repeats of the race were greeted with rapturous applause.
It was a truly special evening for all concerned and a deserved reward for our wonderful owners.
Kathy will make a quick reappearance at the Nottinghamshire track on Tuesday evening whereas Oscar will be aimed at a race at Doncaster on Friday April 28th.

That Friday Feeling

Stewart — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 09:17:08 +0000

Robin Hood owners have definitely got that Friday Feeling and will be making their way to Southwell this evening to cheer on Oscar and Kathy.
(Oscar) De la Hoya will be making his debut on the racecourse and it will be so exciting and nerve –racking to see how he reacts to the crowds, lights, other horses etc.
We are absolutely delighted to have Robin Hood jockey Super Sam James on board and we all look forward to receiving his post race feedback.
An hour later Sam will be on board our new signing the flying grey Kath’s Toyboy ( Kathy)
Kathy described by our trainer Kevin as “The perfect syndicate horse” is a wonderful character and has been in the first 3 in 17 of his 34 runs and tonight will be trying 7 furlongs for only the 3rd time in his career.
It will be a full house at Southwell with 20 owners friends and family in attendance and we are all looking forward to what promises to be a fascinating evening .