Staff Profile - Stephen Dodds

Name: Stephen Dodds

Job Title: Yardman

When did you start work at Chestnut Tree Stables: January 2016

Favourite racehorse of all time: It would have to be Spindrifter, who was trained by Sir Mark Prescott.

Favourite horse that’s been in the yard: A really nice two-year-old; Excelebration x Ja One.

Favourite Racecourse: Ascot

What would you be doing if you weren’t working here: I was a taxi driver before I came back into racing at Chestnut Tree Stables.

Which Superhero would you be:  I'd be Superman - I've already got the body for it!

Hobbies outside of work: Having fun with my two young sons, Tyler and Luke.

Favourite Food: That would have to be a Sunday Roast.

Favourite Film: Train Spotting

Which three items would you take to a desert island: A wok, a good book and Ray Mears (hopefully won't be there for too long with his help).

Dream holiday destination: Anywhere that my sons are happy would make me happy.

Interesting Fact: The racehorse Spindrifter holds the record for consecutive wins as a two-year-old; 10 consecutive victories!

Ambitions: To see my sons grow up to be happy and successful, also to be able to continue working with a great bunch of people here at Chestnut Tree Stables.