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.