Archived news
Archived news on the Horses for Causes runners and charities.
Hounds for Pounds!
1 April 2007
Horses for Causes is proud to present an innovative new addition to its repertoire: Hounds for Pounds!
This new scheme offers subscribers a chance to own a share in a promising greyhound, Claddagh Legend, while benefitting Horses for Causes' charities.
The dog has won four races in Ireland and will be trained by Jason Foster and race at Wimbledon.
H4C visit Kingsclere
10 March 2007
Horses for Causes members were treated to a fine welcome at Andrew Balding's Kingsclere training operation on Saturday, 10 March when visiting to see their three-year-old gelding Road to Recovery working on the gallops.
"Roadie" worked over five furlongs under talented apprentice jockey William Buick, showing H4C's members some of the ability they hope he will demonstrate when he runs later this month.
Horses for Causes annual dinner
4 February 2007
Subscribers and guests of H4C gathered at Tandridge Golf Club on Friday, 2 February for an annual dinner to celebrate the past year's achievements and look forward to the opportunities in store for the organisation.
H4C patron Clare Balding was the guest of honour, and following an excellent three-course meal, she entertained everyone with her sparkling wit and hilarious anecdotes, particularly at the expense of her BBC Sport colleague Willie Carson.
Clare's brother and H4C trainer Andrew Balding was also in attendance, as were Pippa Muggeridge, who is currently looking after Kiss Chase at her Dorking yard, and Epsom-based trainer Jim Boyle.
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Samson Centre receives H4C cheque
28 January 2007
Horses for Causes' John Hambly and patron Clare Balding recently presented a cheque for £5,838 to The Samson Centre in West Surrey.
The Samson Centre offers resources and support to Multiple Sclerosis sufferers in the area.
This presentation brings the total raised for this charity by Horses for Causes to over £15,000 - an amazing achievement for our racing partnerships.
All our horses run in aid of the Samson Centre, and you can help support the valuable work of the charity by becoming a share owner in any of our three horses.
Find out more about supporting the Samson Centre with a racehorse share >
Brave Jack latest
27 January 2007
Brave Jack has now had his first two runs, and put in promising performances while showing his greenness.
Trainer John Best has spoken of our three-year-old's mental immaturity, but stresses that once Brave Jack grasps what is expected of him, he will be a horse to follow. John Best's confidence in our gelding is reflected by the fact that he also has his two-year-old half brother, a colt by King's Best out of Brave Jack's dam Zaynah.
Brave Jack is likely to run again in mid February - watch this space for more news.
Kiss Chase latest
27 January 2007
Kiss Chase has been enjoying a rest at Pippa Muggeridge's Dorking yard, growing and strengthening over the winter.
He's due to return to Philip Mitchell's Epsom yard in mid-February, with his return to the racecourse likely to be at the end of March or beginning of April.
Road to Recovery news
27 January 2007
Road to Recovery has been cantering for a few weeks at Andrew Balding's yard near Newbury. He's likely to come out around the end of February for a run on the polytrack.
Following his runs in November, Roadie is well handicapped, and we can look forward to a good year with him.
New website launches
27 January 2007
The new Horses for Causes has now launched, featuring a new look, more content, and all the latest news about H4C's horses. A dedicated members' area will also keep H4C members up to date with the very latest news.
The new-look site has been developed by Kent-based web design agency e-motive media, who also count John Best's new website among their recent projects.
Brave Jack latest
27 January 2007
Brave Jack has now had his first two runs, and put in promising performances while showing his greenness.
Trainer John Best has spoken of our three-year-old's mental immaturity, but stresses that once Brave Jack grasps what is expected of him, he will be a horse to follow. John Best's confidence in our gelding is reflected by the fact that he also has his two-year-old half brother, a colt by King's Best out of Brave Jack's dam Zaynah.
Brave Jack is likely to run again in mid February - watch this space for more news.
Kiss Chase latest
27 January 2007
Kiss Chase has been enjoying a rest at Pippa Muggeridge's Dorking yard, growing and strengthening over the winter.
He's due to return to Philip Mitchell's Epsom yard in mid-February, with his return to the racecourse likely to be at the end of March or beginning of April.
Road to Recovery news
27 January 2007
Road to Recovery has been cantering for a few weeks at Andrew Balding's yard near Newbury. He's likely to come out around the end of February for a run on the polytrack.
Following his runs in November, Roadie is well handicapped, and we can look forward to a good year with him.
New website launches
27 January 2007
The new Horses for Causes has now launched, featuring a new look, more content, and all the latest news about H4C's horses. A dedicated members' area will also keep H4C members up to date with the very latest news.
The new-look site has been developed by Kent-based web design agency e-motive media, who also count John Best's new website among their recent projects.