Stratford-upon-AvonHinton-on-the-Green, Worcestershire

D. J. Jeffreys at Stratford-upon-Avon — Record, Stats & Runners

Last updated: 1 April 2026

9 (last 5 seasons)
Total Winners at Stratford (Jumps)
12%
Strike Rate (last 5 seasons)
£60,000+
Prize Money Won (last 5 seasons)
Novice Hurdles
Most Frequent Race Type for Wins
Kielan Woods
Most Frequent Jockey Here

D. J. Jeffreys, operating from a yard with a strong reputation for nurturing promising young talent, consistently targets Stratford-upon-Avon as one of his key local tracks. Despite being a smaller operation, Jeffreys has carved out a solid niche for himself at this popular jumps venue. His runners frequently arrive well-prepared, often improving significantly for a trip to Stratford. Over the past five seasons, Jeffreys has saddled an impressive 9 winners from around 75 runners here, boasting a respectable 12% strike rate. This makes him a trainer to always respect when his horses line up at Stratford, especially in novice races and competitive handicaps.

D. J. Jeffreys at Stratford-upon-Avon — Analysis

D. J. Jeffreys's approach to Stratford-upon-Avon is often one of calculated placement, utilising his local knowledge to great effect. The course itself is a sharp, left-handed circuit with relatively tight turns and a short run-in after the last fence/hurdle, which tends to favour agile, handier types rather than out-and-out gallopers. Jeffreys frequently targets novice hurdles with his younger stock, looking for opportunities to get them off the mark or gain valuable experience before tackling tougher assignments. He also has a good record in handicaps, where his horses are often shrewdly campaigned and arrive at the track well-treated. Pay particular attention to his runners at the spring and early summer meetings when his yard often hits a rich vein of form. His horses are typically fit, well-schooled, and often show marked improvement on their previous starts when lining up at Stratford.

Pay close attention to D. J. Jeffreys's runners, especially in novice hurdles and handicaps at Stratford, particularly with Kielan Woods in the saddle.

Key Runners at Stratford-upon-Avon

Cadeau D'OrA dual winner over hurdles at Stratford, showing a particular liking for the track.
ElfrideA strong winning hurdler at this venue, proving her suitability for the course.
Blackjack KentuckySecured a notable win over fences here, demonstrating versatility at Stratford.

Preferred Jockeys at Stratford-upon-Avon

Kielan WoodsHis primary jockey, enjoying a strong partnership with Jeffreys at Stratford.
Fergus GregoryRegularly engaged by the stable, also ridden winners for Jeffreys at the course.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of races does D. J. Jeffreys target at Stratford?

He frequently targets novice hurdles and competitive handicaps, often finding good opportunities for his well-prepared horses.

Which jockeys does D. J. Jeffreys use most often at Stratford?

Kielan Woods is his main jockey at the track, with Fergus Gregory also securing notable rides.

When is D. J. Jeffreys most successful at Stratford?

His yard often hits a good run of form in the spring and early summer meetings at Stratford-upon-Avon.