Become an Owner

There are around 14,000 registered racehorse owners in Great Britain ranging from royalty to small Syndicates and Partnerships. Being a racehorse owner is a thrilling experience and there are five different options for those wanting to become an owner.

The five types of ownership in Britain:

For a horse to race in your name, the name of a Company, or for a Partnership, Syndicate or Racing Club, these details should first be registered online with the BHA.

To ensure there is an option for everyone, there are five different kinds of ownership and, before registering, it is important to understand which one is right for you. Below you will find a brief description of each ownership type and how to register. A flow to help you decide which ownership is right for you can also be accessed here

If you are wishing to register as a Sole or Company owner these registration forms can be accessed via this page. Alternatively, if you are wishing to set up a Partnership, Syndicate or Racing Club these registrations can be accessed (via the links below) on the Racing Admin system. To be partner in a Partnership, or to set up a Syndicate or Racing Club you will first need to be registered as a Sole or Company owner.

For more information on the ownership types or the registration process please visit our Owners' Tool Kit or call the Weatherbys Ownership Desk on 01933 440077. For information on existing Syndicates and Racing Clubs, and also licenced trainers, you can also visit the Racing Directory (a new platform profiling some of the latest ownership opportunities).

Sole Owner

For anyone wishing to own or lease a horse outright, set up or join a Partnership or register a Syndicate or Racing Club.

Company

For companies and studs who own or lease a horse under the name of a company or business. Companies can own horses outright or within a Partnership or Syndicate.

Partnership

For two or more people who want to share the ownership of (or lease) one or more horses, and where all members of the Partnership are registered owners. Partnerships allow owners to define the percentage of each horse they own and split costs and winnings in accordance with ownership share.

If you’re already a registered owner, log onto Racing Admin to set up your Partnership. If you’re not a registered owner, apply here.

Syndicate

For people who want to share the ownership of (or lease) one or more horses. A Syndicate is managed and administered by the Syndicator/s. Only the syndicator/s must register as a Sole/Company owner. It isn't necessary for members of the Syndicate to register as owners. For more information on syndicate ownership, you can also visit the ROA (Racehorse Owners Association that promotes and protects the interests of racehorse owners in Great Britain), In The Paddock (a platform to help you explore shared ownership options) and the Racing Directory (a new platform profiling some of the latest ownership opportunities).

If you’re already a registered owner, log on Racing Admin to set up your Syndicate. If you’re not a registered owner, apply here.

Racing Club

For people who want to pay a subscription to experience racehorse ownership. A Racing Club is managed and administered by the Club manager/s and it is the Club itself, as opposed to its members, that owns or leases the horse/s. Members pay a fee to be part of club and to enjoy some of the benefits of racehorse ownership. Only individuals who want to set up or administer a Racing Club must register as a Sole/Company owner. It isn’t necessary for members of a Racing Club to register as owners.

If you’re already a registered owner, log onto Racing Admin to set up your Racing Club. If you’re not a registered owner, apply here.