How it works

Whether you are considering becoming a racehorse owner for the first time, or have been one in your own right or perhaps are with another syndicate, there’s really only one factor that sets us apart from others in the industry; we are the UK’s winning-most racing syndicate and hold the British Syndicate Record for the amount of winners in a calendar year! (125 in 2022)

What Middleham Park Racing offers, is the opportunity to experience the thrill of owning a racehorse, without the risk, associated costs and administration of having to buy a whole horse yourself. We make horse racing at the very highest level affordable - and do all the work for you!

We run single horse syndicates, where you can purchase a share from 2.5% upwards. There are no ‘specific share packages’ as it depends how much we buy a horse for, as to the % share costs. Owners can choose their own ‘portfolio's’, some buy a small % in one or even a few horses with different trainers, some choose to have horses under both codes for ‘all year round’ racing, it is completely up to individual preferences.

With us, you buy a percentage of a horse rather than buying into the company as a whole and you become a registered owner. We are not a racing ‘club’ and so we use the term 'OWNER', rather than 'member.' You also don't get lost in the crowd with MPR - with average syndicate sizes of 16-20 people, not hundreds, or even thousands! The upfront cost of buying your chosen share is a one off payment for the share throughout the racing career of the horse-no further payment is requested. When your horse earns racing prize money, the percentage of the horse you purchased is the percentage of the winnings  you receive, the same applies to earnings if the horse is sold. With a 2.5% share, you receive a free Owners & Trainers badge when your horse races and two with a 5% purchase and over. 

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Every horse has a designated syndicate manager, who will keep you up to date on its training progress, explain race planning and give race previews. We encourage our owners in each syndicate to have an active input into the plans for their horse, including which races they should run in or if they wish to sell the horse when an offer is received.

We hold regular exclusive stable visits to see your horse at the yard, giving you the opportunity to talk with your trainer regarding plans and progress. For many owners, it’s evident that it’s not just about the winning with the horses, it’s also about seeing them, bonding with them and spending time with fellow syndicate members.

The social side of ownership with us is fundamental, the camaraderie within each syndicate is all part of the enjoyment. Get-togethers are always fun filled occasions, whether it be a drinks evening prior to a stable visit, a visit to a local hostelry afterwards or a private box at a prestigious race meeting. Our annual owners private box on Lincoln day to launch the flat season at Doncaster is always a fun occasion! Owners involved share a common interest and fast become friends though their love of their horse. In fact, some meet up outside of race days because of the companionship they form through MPR.

The professional knowledge and skills of the team are in place to ensure we give you the best chance of seeing a winner’s trophy or photograph sitting proudly on your mantelpiece. We have after all had owners who have been with us since we began our syndication journey in 1995, so we must be doing something right!

When buying a share with Middleham Park Racing, the benefits are:

  • Individual horse management by a full time manager, who is well versed in race conditions and the fixture book!
  • Considered race placement and planning by our knowledgeable team.
  • Race previews and reviews from your syndicate manager and we'll keep you informed of what your trainer reports.
  • Your syndicate manager is available to every owner by phone or email at any time.
  • A full share holder receives prize money, winning race mementos that are shared around the syndicate and proceeds from when the horse is sold.
  • Race day hosting by our tean to look after owners at the races and to guide new owners through the day.
  • Complimentary Owners and Trainers badge-one with a 2.5% share and two with 5%-organised for you when your horse runs-just tell us if you would like to go and we will do the rest! (There are no ballots for badges within our syndicates.)
  • Restricted numbers within each syndicate so you don't get 'lost in the crowd.'  (The average amount of owners per horse is 16-20.)
  • Runners and plenty of winners at prestigious race meetings in the UK and abroad. (View 'Our Record' to see the races we have won.)
  • Exclusive MPR stable visits to see our horses.
  • No secondary payments are due for the horse throughout its racing career-we pay any vets bills incurred.
  • Owner opinions taken on board and owners consulted and asked to vote regarding the potential sale of a horse or to accept any private offers received.
  • Positive industry relations with bloodstock agents and trainers, ensures horse profiles are to the fore, careers are well managed and their values are maximised for owners.
  • Use of top jockeys at our disposal - former Champions Oisin Murphy, Silvestre De Sousa and Ryan Moore have won plenty of races for us!
  • A professional website with current information on all horses including up to date entries, declarations, Racing Post form, pedigrees, photo galleries, videos, current news and up to the minute statistics.
  • Invitation to our annual owners 'Lincoln day' private box event.
  • A weekly bulletin and a monthly newsletter, plus a dedicated social media feed that is current and informative.
  • Plus of course, 30 years of MPR syndicate management experience!

We hope to welcome you to the Middleham Park Racing family, where your 2024 winners await you.

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Contact

info@middlehamparkracing.net

August House
2, Appleyard Drive
Barton-on-Humber
North Lincolnshire
DN18 5TD

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