A successful jump jockey, probably best known for his thrilling win on Special Cargo in the Whitbread Gold Cup for the Queen Mother in 1984, Kevin is an invaluable member of the team. He is responsible for the hands on day to day running of the yard and is the main communication link between Barry and the rest of his staff.
Debbie Bracewell – Racing Secretary
Debbie (right) has worked for Barry for 16 years. There have been many highlights over the years for Debbie but two that stand out are a treble at York in 1995 when Royal Applause, Sanmartino and Mubhij all scored by narrow margins, and Ghanaati's outstanding wins this year. Further Flight is Debbie's favourite horse due to his bravery and incredible longevity.
Stephanie Potter – Assistant Racing Secretary
Steph (left) has worked for Barry for 2 years. Like Debbie Ghanaati's wins have been a major highlight for Steph, as are the efforts of Legislate who is her favourite horse in the yard at the moment.
Caroline Gardner – Assistant Racing Secretary
Caroline (second right) has worked for Barry for nearly a year. Caroline thoroughly enjoyed the annual girls trip to Ascot (where this photo was taken!), and she is looking forward to seeing Nizaa make his debut in the near future.
Myra Baker – Book Keeper
Myra (second left) has worked for Barry for 9 years. Myra occasionally rides out and like Caroline always enjoys the annual girls trip to Royal Ascot.
Geoff Snook, Ian ‘Scan’ Wilder, John Burrows – Travelling Head Lads
As the team responsible for getting the horses to and from the races safely the vastly experienced trio of Geoff (middle), Scan (left) and John (right) are all familiar faces with the owners and on the racecourse.
Shaun Johnson and Richard Spencer – Pupil Assistants
Shaun (left) and Richard (right) are Barry’s two current Pupil Assistants. Both are excellent horsemen and have ridden over fences under rules. They provide important back up to Kevin.
Profile of the Month
Malcolm Macdonald
Malcolm has worked for Barry since 2000 and along with Benny is responsible for maintaining the gallops. This is no easy job with 3 all weather gallops and over 150 acres of grass to look after. Malcolm has one other important responsibility and that is looking after Barry's prize winning chickens which are regularly seen picking up prizes at local shows.
Before Malcolm took on his current role he worked in the yard and the best horse he looked after was the Cheshire Oaks winner Alumni. Malcolm became hooked on racing when he watched Red Rum win the Grand National and his dream was always to lead a horse up at Aintree. He achieved this within 6 months of starting his first job in racing when he led up Kings Cherry for Jim Old in the Topham Chase.
In his spare time Malcolm enjoys gardening, but admits he is one of those lucky people who regard their job as their hobby.
