Injured Jockeys Fund

Visit to Oaksey House, Lambourn.

On arrival we were cordially greeted by Lady Oaksey, wife of the founder Lord Oaksey, and we were given a comprehensive tour of the buildings.

I was surprised to find that Oaksey House, opened in 2009, is a light and airy state of the art building with eco-friendly features. Situated in the main building there are communal areas for work or leisure with photos and memorabilia of the racing world.  Large paintings enhance the walls and there is a function room and kitchen that can be hired out. There are several treatment rooms, clinic rooms and gyms to facilitate the recovery of injured jockeys

Across the garden from the house are independent living apartments for retired jockeys and their families, and rehabilitation apartments for jockeys as they recover from injury.

Oaksey House is a resource greatly appreciated by many jockeys. My cheque was gratefully received and will be used as needed.

Grateful thanks to all who contributed to my Captains Charity.

Jan Hinks