Information for Parents

The racing industry offers some fantastic opportunities for young people.  Your son or daughter, may be all ready to get started but it is only natural that as a parent or guardian you will have lots of questions.

This section aims to answer all those questions and provide the reasurrance you need to be confident that your child is making the right decision.

Find out more about pay, pensions and prospects  - in particular for those working in a yard environment with horses.  Racing also has a fantastic range of welfare support systems in place.

A great way to start a career in horseracing is by participating in Pony Racing.  For more information visit our Starting Young section.

You can also download our Careers Brochure at the bottom of this page.