The popularity and support surrounding the retraining of racehorses has grown exponentially over recent years, as training and competition classes have expanded linearly.

Unlike many other breeds, Thoroughbreds, and particularly those who have raced or been in training, have an ability to make it to the top across the spectrum of disciplines. Their stamina poses them as ideal Eventers or Endurance horses, their willingness to learn sees success in the Dressage arena and their attitude even lends itself to roles within the Mounted Police and as pleasure horses.

With more than 4,000 thoroughbreds retiring from the racetracks each year in the UK, there is a huge need for thoroughbreds to find their feet in alternative disciplines.

Barry Hook shows us what the ex racehorse can do under harness!