Training RoR Wales - Racing Insight Day at Micky Bowen Racing, SA62.

RoR Wales Racing Insight Day at Micky Bowen Racing, Pembrokeshire. 

Come and gain a behinds the scenes look into life on a racing yard. 

Mickey Bowen took over the National Hunt licence from his father Peter and trains from his family’s renowned yard in West Wales, combining expert horsemanship with modern facilities and a close-knit, hardworking team which includes his two brothers champion jockey Sean Bowen and Cheltenham festival winning jockey James Bowen.

Morning: Yard Tour
Explore the training routines, feeding regimes, facilities, and welfare strategies that support every horse on the yard.

Afternoon: Retraining Talk with Amy Bannister-Bell (BHSI, RoR Wales RDO)
Gain valuable insights into the retraining process of former racehorses – what’s involved, key challenges, how to maintain good practices, and where to find support. A great session whether you already own an RoR or are considering taking one on.

·       Time: 9:30AM-2:30PM

·       Please bring a packed lunch

·       Open to all – membership not required

·       Limited spaces – early booking recommended

Who Should Attend?

·       Anyone considering giving a racehorse a second career

·       Current owners of former racehorses looking to learn more

·       Coaches and professionals seeking CPD

·       Equine enthusiasts curious about life in a racing yard

Important Info:

·       Attendees must follow yard safety and conduct guidelines

·       No dogs allowed

·       Photos and videos only with the trainer’s permission

These events are part of RoR Education’s First Step Out of Racing initiative – helping improve outcomes and reduce vulnerability for former racehorses.

Ditcheat is home to the stables of Paul Nicholls Horse Racing the Uk's Champion Trainer, and also to the world renowned farmers and cheesemakers Barbers Dairy.