A Morning on the Gallops for 4 

Adrian Nicholls himself has lived and breathed horses since the day he was born. At a young age, he received the nickname “trotter” as he trotted behind his Father Dandy’s (David Nicholls) every step when he went racing with him.

As he turned 15, he found a loophole in the age restrictions and went to start riding in Norway. After 3 months of racing, he teamed up with Barry Hills at his legendary stables as a stable apprentice. After working there for a year and a half, he learnt a great deal from this reputable man.

Then, Adrian was offered a role at Kingsclere Stables as a stable apprentice to Derby winning trainer, Ian Balding. This presented a huge learning curve for him, learning about all aspects of racing! Within 3 years, Adrian rode out his claim in the Ayr Gold Cup.

Adrian continued his upward rise in the weighing room, riding multiple groups and listed winners including 2 Group 1s. This was his highlight of a career which expanded over 19 years, riding all over the world with winners in 12 countries along the way. Throughout this time, he was learning all the different ways to train and provide horse care.

Now, Adrian embarks on his dream role as a horse trainer, putting all these skills to use and with his wife Clare beside him. Clare was also born into racing in Ireland with both her Father and Brother as former trainers. As an apprentice herself to David Nicholls, Clare has learnt from him and Ben Beasley, a key member of staff. She has a vast understanding of all aspects of horse care and is Adrian’s right-hand lady.
 

Date to be arranged by mutual agreement within 12 months of the Auction

Owned by: Thank to Adrian and Clare for this donation to the auction