Andrew Balding
Andrew took over from his father Ian in 2003 and has quickly established himself as one of the leading trainers in the country. He has already claimed some major prizes both at home and abroad, including the Epsom Oaks, Dubai Sheema Classic and Hon Kong Vase. He trains from the Park House Stables in Kingsclere - one of the most famous stables in the country.
Julie has been heavily involved in racing for many years and has held her own license since 1998. She and her husband Steve Brown run a small yard in Malton, North Yorkshire and have enjoyed considerable success both on the flat and over jumps.
Roger trained Quest For Fame to win the 1990 Epsom Derby and has also tasted success at the highest level with the likes of Patavellian, Deploy, Sanglamore and Tamarisk. He trains from the historic Beckhampton Stables in Wiltshire.
Paul is one of the country's leading flat trainers and won the Epsom Derby in 1991 with Generous. He also won the St Leger in 1990 (Snurge) and the 2003 Ascot Gold Cup (Mr Dinos). Whatcombe is one of the most successful training yards in the country and the 450 acre estate is steeped in racing history.
James trains from the famous Pegasus Stables in Newmarket, built by Fred Archer. He has already trained the winner of a Classic and two Champion Hurdles. His best horse to date is the five-time Group One winning mare, Soviet Song.
Alan was previously assistant trainer to David Nicholson and since his move to Barbury Castle he has notched up some impressive victories in some of the most high-profile races in the National Hunt calendar. His most successful horses to date have been My Way De Solzen, Voy Por Ustedes, Howle Hill, Katchit and Penzance.
Emma was formerly assistant trainer to Toby Balding and took out her own license in 1998. A dual purpose trainer, Emma trains at Cottage Stables near Andover and made a great start to her training career when Self Defense finished fourth in the Champion Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival in 2003.