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Clive Boultbee-Brooks at Taunton — Owner Profile & Horses to Watch

Last updated: 1 April 2026

Approx. 20+
Runs (horses owned by him at Taunton)
None yet in our records
Winners (horses owned by him at Taunton)
Alastair Ralph
Primary Trainer for his horses
5% (2 winners from 42 runs)
Alastair Ralph's SR at Taunton (2019-present)
Maiden & Novice Hurdles
Key Race Types Targeted (by his horses)

Clive Boultbee-Brooks is a prominent figure in National Hunt racing, renowned more as an owner-breeder than a licensed trainer. His distinctive yellow and black checked silks are a familiar sight at jump meetings across the country. While he doesn't hold a trainer's licence himself, his horses are primarily handled by established trainers such as Alastair Ralph, and his daughter Izzy Boultbee-Brooks. Our database currently shows no recorded runs under 'Clive Boultbee-Brooks' as a trainer, reflecting his role as an owner. However, horses carrying his colours have certainly featured at Taunton, often as promising young prospects.

Clive Boultbee-Brooks at Taunton — Analysis

When horses carrying Clive Boultbee-Brooks's colours arrive at Taunton, they often do so with a solid breeding background and an air of untapped potential. While a winning return at Taunton itself hasn't been a frequent occurrence in our recent records, these runners, predominantly trained by Alastair Ralph, frequently use the track as a stepping stone. Taunton, being a relatively sharp, right-handed course with an uphill finish, provides a good test for young, unexposed jumpers. They are often given educational runs here, gaining valuable experience over hurdles or fences before going on to better things at other tracks. Keep an eye on horses making their second or third start over obstacles at Taunton under his ownership, as they often show significant improvement from their debut outings. The focus here appears to be on development and progression rather than immediate glory.

Observe horses in Clive Boultbee-Brooks's distinctive colours at Taunton, as they are often well-bred, unexposed types using the track for experience before going on to bigger and better things.

Key Runners at Taunton

Minella WhisperRan prominently at Taunton, achieving placings in hurdles for owner Clive Boultbee-Brooks.
Minella DoubleShowed promise at Taunton, securing a second place in a hurdle for his owner.
Minella PlusCompeted at Taunton in owner Clive Boultbee-Brooks's silks, part of his progressive education.
Minella YoungyAnother runner for the owner at Taunton, gaining experience in novice hurdles.

Preferred Jockeys at Taunton

Charlie PosteRegular rider for Alastair Ralph's yard, often seen aboard Clive Boultbee-Brooks's horses.
Richie McLernonExperienced jockey who frequently rides for associated trainers, including Alastair Ralph.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clive Boultbee-Brooks a licensed trainer?

No, Clive Boultbee-Brooks is a prominent owner and breeder in National Hunt racing, with his horses trained by others, primarily Alastair Ralph and his daughter Izzy Boultbee-Brooks.

Have horses owned by Clive Boultbee-Brooks won at Taunton?

While horses in his ownership have frequently competed and shown promise at Taunton, our current records do not show specific winners for his colours at this particular track, though they often improve significantly after these runs.

Which trainers use Clive Boultbee-Brooks's colours at Taunton?

The majority of his runners at Taunton are trained by Alastair Ralph, with occasional entries from his daughter, Izzy Boultbee-Brooks.