• For the thrill of the track

    Where the rhythmic gallop spins stories of love and excitement

  • For the Love of the race

    Eamon was a well-respected figure at the racetrack. He had a talent for spotting winners—be it a solid horse, a skilled jockey, or an experienced trainer. His contact list was filled with valuable tips on track conditions and betting strategies.

    His insights were known throughout the his community, giving everyone tips. Race days, with Eamon gathering his friends, sharing tips over a good pint of Guiness and making sure everyone left the track smiling, regardless of the outcome. His enthusiasm created a friendly atmosphere, as he was generous to all, and charmed everyone with his opinions of race, Jockey and trainer.

    Grand National

    You can see Eamon at 2:35 and 5:35, he is walking behind his horse Karacter Reference and secondly walking back to the start, he is looking very dapper in a long grey coat and hat. Karacter reference is wearing green and is number 17. The race was eventually won by party politics who was odds on favorite as it was an election year. Eamons horse was pulled at 27 fence which is quite a feat in the grand national is he managed to get most of the way round.

    in owners paddock.

    Eamon was head over heels for horse racing. He thrived on the thrill of placing bets, owning magnificent steeds, and chatting with trainers and owners to snag the juiciest insights. Sharing these golden nuggets with his pals was his favorite pastime, and when victory came knocking, the celebrations were nothing short of legendary.

  • Tales from the Track

    Where every race tells a story and every story deserves a drink

    In 1990, the Grand National brought a wave of excitement and pride to the Isle of Wight, all...