In September 2006, Jamie Railton moved from his Cirencester base to Darshams Farm in Wetherden, near Bury St Edmunds, with his partner, Louise Collinson, who is also his assistant.

Jamie, previously a jump jockey for ten years, rode over 250 winners, but his first love has always been breeding and bloodstock, and he spent time in the United States on some of the leading stud farms to expand his knowledge, before starting his BLOODSTOCK SALES AGENCY, which has gone from strength to strength. Last year he was the leading consigner at Tattersalls Part 1 & 2 Yearling Sales.

As well as attending Newmarket and Doncaster sales, he journeys to many countries to select bloodstock to be sold through his company. At any one time, he may have over 100 yearlings on his books, and his expertise and reputation ensure that they receive decent places in the various sales.

The paddocks, including nursery and high-fenced stallion paddocks, are all newly post-and-railed. Louise, who is very involved with all aspects of the business, is a talented horsewoman from a National Hunt and Point to Point background. She spent 6 years in America as an Assistant Manager on a Stud Farm covering all aspects of breeding and Sales preparation.

She also spent two years working on the track to gain flat racing experience. Louise worked for Bradley and Bowden Bloodstock and returned home to do pre-training, breaking, and ride point to pointing, as well as look at stock for various clients. Louise does all the breaking and organises the running of the yard.

It would seem that settling in the Newmarket area has been a shrewd move, and that the tranquil atmosphere at the farm and its excellent facilities will ensure success.