Why should I join the ROA?

Free racecourse entry when you don't have a runner

Just five visits per year would save an average of £100 per membership

The ROA have a number of free admission schemes for ALL members.

Access to our owner-sponsorship in order to reclaim VAT

An average of £4,000 can be reclaimed per horse per year under the Racehorse Owners VAT scheme

Owners who secure sponsorship for their racing activities can register for VAT and reclaim VAT on the purchase of their racehorse and racing related expenses including training fees.

20% discounts on BHA Registrations

Worth up to £75 per member

All owners need to register with the BHA. Members of the ROA are entitled to a 20% discount on most BHA registration fees including registration of ownership, colours and authority to act. 

Third Party Liability Insurance

Owners are currently vulnerable to claims even when their horse is in somebody else’s possession, so it is strongly advisable to ensure that you are covered for your interest in a racehorse. This is an automatic benefit for ROA members. Terms and conditions apply. 

Advice on Ownership

Members of the ROA are entitled to free, impartial and confidential advice from its experienced team on [email protected]

VIP Car parking at racing fixtures

worth up to £40 per member

Members of the ROA are entitled to an annual car parking label that will afford them access to most Owners and Trainers car parking areas across the racing calendar, even when they don’t have a runner on the day. 

Keeping up-to-date on all industry news with The Owner Breeder

Annual subscription worth £60 included

Members of the ROA receive the industry ‘must-read’ The Owner Breeder magazine monthly to keep fully informed on all relevant news within the sport. 

Racehorse Owners Compensation Scheme (ROCS)

It is possible for owners to ensure that they have financial compensation for their racehorse should it become injured, either permanently or temporarily, the costs of treating the horse at a top veterinary clinic, or the value of the horse if it dies. Together with the renowned bloodstock insurance broker Lycetts, the ROA has enabled ROA members to purchase a unique and exclusive form of insurance called ROCS.

Prize-money - know the score

The ROA works on behalf of owners, via participation on central horseracing boards and committees, and through the work of its democratically elected Board members, to secure the best possible prize-money for owners.