Very Enjoyable Experience
Anthony V,
24 Mar 2012
Great insight into the workings of a racing stable, excellent tour of the horses by knowledgeable stable staff.
A Truly Memorable Day
Joanne W,
25 Feb 2012
We arrived to a very warm welcome, and breakfast with Charlie, Noel Fehily and the team, including some good banter! We then set off to track the horses on the gallops, and even though the mist had descended, it was a fantastic sight. We were then given a tour of the stables, followed by coffee with Charlie in his office. To top it all, Charlie suggested we could go to Chepstow races that afternoon. He very kindly left us owners and trainers badges at the gate, and then met us later on. He took us into the parade ring, and he gave us a real insight into racing. I had bought this as a 50th birthday present for my finacee, and the visit to the yard was brilliant in it's own right. Charlie's kind offer of tickets to the races and his willingness to share the afternoon with him was the icing on the cake. Many thanks to all of the team, the day will be remembered forever.
Good Insight To National Hunt Racing.
Pauline C,
12 Oct 2011
A very friendly and relaxing atmosphere with first class knowledge of racehorse training. A morning well spent. Highly recommended.
If You Love Racing You Will Love This !!!
Karen S,
28 Sep 2011
A very warm & friendly welcome, we were made to feel at home. After breakfast Charlie drove us up his gallops for a view to die for, (breathtaking). We waited whilst his horses were put through their morning training. Back to the stables to be introduced to the stables lads and lasses & horses. Everybody seamed very happy, friendly & keen to get on with the next group of horses for their morning gallop. Mr Charlie Mann was very forthcoming in letting us know what the horses plans were ,there is a very positive buzz about his establishment. I wish them the very best of luck and good fortune for the coming season 2011\12 Excellent Day
A Truly Memorable Experience
Mark M,
16 Apr 2011
The day was absolutely perfect. Exceeded all my expectations and I would definitely rate it 11 out of 10. If you love National Hunt Racing (as we do) then you cannot, absolutely cannot get any better than this!
Clippity Clop
Verity G,
06 Apr 2011
The sheer horse power was awesome, loved the morning, wish it could have lasted longer. Thank you Charlie Mann and his team, very pleasant folk, who were obviously busy but had time to answer questions.
A Great Experience
Neil F,
19 Feb 2011
Everyone at the stables made us feel very welcome and were really helpful in answering all our questions. It was a great way to see behind the scenes at a leading racing stable.
Enjoyable Day
Peter O,
11 Dec 2010
Well organised - very friendly
Absolutely Fantastic Day With Memories To Treasure
John F,
20 Nov 2010
We had a wonderful morning at Charlie Mann's racing stables. It was perfect from start to finish. We started by having breakfast with Charlie Mann and jockey Noel Fehily together with some of the owners. We then went into Charlie's landrover and on to the training gallops. There we saw the horses gallop past and then listened to the feedback the the riders gave to Charlie. Returning back to the stables, Don, an experienced stable worker, showed us all the horses. He gave us an enthusiastic and informative talk on every single horse. We finished back at the house with a coffee and chat about the afternoon's racing. Charlie answered all our questions and nothing was too much trouble. We left with a booklet on his horses and many happy memories. Thank you to Charlie, Noel, Don and the rest of the staff.
An Excellent Experience For Us Both
Sue B,
06 Nov 2010
A wonderful time spent with a man who is both knowledgable and passionate about horse racing. The welcome from both him and his team and family was warm and genuinely felt.
Really Interesting Experience
Peter S,
02 Nov 2010
We were warmly received, given a great tour of the stables and gallops, and met all the horses individually. I learnt alot. Very enjoyable.
Simply A Brilliant Day
Michael M,
10 Mar 2010
Charlie Mann gave the two of us a wonderful day out. He was attentive to all our needs and answered all our questions and held nothing back - he even discussed the prospects for his two runners that day in open court with his jockey. When he discovered that we were going to Fontwell Park for the afternoon he arranged owners passes for us and invited us into the parade ring. His horses came in first and second which was also very pleasing and means we made a few bob! Charlie Mann is an exceptional fellow and Red Letter Days should consider themselves lucky to have Charlie as part of their team. A great day.
A Fantastic Experience For Lovers Of Horse Racing.
David M,
27 Feb 2010
At 8am on a wet and windy February morning my wife and I and two other horse racing fans were met by Charlie Mann in the yard of his stables in Upper Lambourn. After the normal introductions we were taken over to Whitcoombe House where we were seated around the large kitchen table and treated to a delicious fried breakfast, as Charlie outlined plans for the morning and answered questions. At this point we were joined by Noel Fehily, the highly talented stable jockey. After breakfast and a look at horses circulating in a paddock, the six of us clambered into Charlie's 'jeep' and headed off up to the breezy gallops where the horses we had seen earlier were now doing their work. Charlie and Noel watched them carefully. Back at the stables a while later, we were shown around all the boxes and provided with information on every horse in the yard. A fantastic experience concluded in Charlie's office with coffee and then farewells. Brilliant!
Husband's Best Xmas Present - Ever
Edina P,
02 Feb 2010
Had a fab day, Charlie was a complete gent, very interesting and informative, as were all his team. A wonderful set up, very relaxed, very open, very friendly, could not ask for more. Cannot wait to go to a race meeting to put tips into place! Excellent.
What An Excellent Day
Rebecca C,
12 Dec 2009
A must for all horseracing fans. Charlie was very informative, and watching the horses working up on the gallops then being taken around all of the horses in the yard was excellent. Everyone that we met was so friendly and welcoming which made the whole day even better. Thoroughly recommended.
Great Day Out - Would Like To Do It Again!
Robert C,
21 Nov 2009
The day was even better than we expected thanks entirely to the excellent, friendly and very professional team at the stables. We were made thoroughly welcome by all. My compliments and thanks to them all.
From The Champion Horse's Mouth
John T,
14 Oct 2009
Open your eyes to see top class champion racehorse jumpers in action both in the yard and on the gallops. Charlie Mann gives a personal insight (including breakfast) on how he gets into the minds of these pedigree race horses and what makes them champions and how to get the best out of them in his fantastic set up in Lambourn. An experience not be missed for any racing enthusiast!
A Really Memorable Treat
Janet D,
13 May 2009
Charlie Mann and his team were friendly, hospitable and laid on a really interesting tour for us. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
A Wonderful Memorable Time
John C,
08 Nov 2008
Charlie Mann and all his staff were superb. Charlie told us stories about when he was riding and about his present string of horses which will stay with us for a long time. Very highly recommended.
A Truly Fantastic Experience
Richard H,
05 Nov 2008
From the moment we arrived we were made to feel welcome by everybody working at the stables. We could ask any questions we liked and gathered a true insight in to the workings of the yard and were able to get close to the horses. The three hours went too quick!! I would recommend this experience to anybody with an interest in horse racing or horses in general.