Member of the month: Richard Tredwin
Our first Member of the Month features Richard Tredwin, who celebrated a memorable milestone last month as Big Ticket delivered his first winner, ridden by Sam Twiston-Davies at Lingfield.
How did you first get involved in ownership?
We’ve been racing fans for over 30 years. A charity fundraising lunch two years ago changed everything when Sam and Willy Twiston-Davies joined our table. A trip followed to their stables where we purchased and named Tread Carefully and the rest as they say is history!
Tell us about your first runner and that day?
Tread Carefully is our first horse, and his first race was at Uttoxeter in March 2025. He led initially and finished second out of 13. The whole day was an adrenaline rush, relief that our horse ran so well, and amazement at a second place. We still talk about the race today.
What has been your most memorable moment as an owner so far?
Our first – and so far only – win was Big Ticket at Lingfield Park in February! He ran and hurdled so well on soft to heavyground, leading all the way and finishingstrongly. To see Sam Twiston-Davies ride into the winner’s enclosure and punch the air when he saw myself and Willy is a moment which we’ll always cherish. And it made a wonderful photo!
Is there a horse who has meant the most to you and why?
It’s early days in our ownership journey and we are looking forward to seeinghow each horse progresses. However, welcoming Big Ticket into the winner’s enclosure has to be the highlight so far.
Owning a horse is rarely a smooth journey – how do you manage the ups and downs?
Even in my short journey, racehorse ownership is a rollercoaster ride. We take great comfort from the advice and experience of Willy and Nigel. Drawing from my professional career, you always have good days and bad days, that’s life, but you must remember there is always another day. Patience is a virtue.
What do you enjoy most about being an owner?
From finding peace in the morning visiting the gallops and stables to the adrenaline and nervousness of standing in the paddock and watching the race, it’s a remarkable and exhilarating experience and one we feel very fortunate to be able to participate in.
What advice would you give to someone considering getting involved?
A few things I have learned: firstly, define your level of investment and type of ownership (sole, syndicate or racing club). Secondly, choose the right trainer. Lastly, understand the financial reality and then focus on the experience, the stables and community – they arejust as important as the race.
Quickfire round
One word to describe ownership? Patience
Who is your desert island racing companion? Carl Llewellyn
If you could own any racehorse past or present, who would it be? Best Mate
