In his late teens he was a professional showjumper and in his early twenties he spent time in National Hunt racing in Surrey, before moving to Suffolk to manage a racing stud – his charge being the famous Indian Ridge. After a period away from Equestrian Sport he followed his urge for adventure and he traveled to Russia in search for outstanding sport horses.

Jonathan also represented the ILPH’s interest in former Soviet Block countries reporting on welfare issues. It was in Belarus that he discovered the first horses for his team of International Sport horses – Zerro II being one of the most successful, having competed for Britain on Nations Cup Teams. At the same time Jonathan acquired Rampuns.

Some of Kim’s earliest happy memories involved helping her uncle with his Welsh Cob stud in Wales. Whilst she has been involved in many of the practicalities of horse husbandry (having owned horses herself for many years) her role within New Gant Farm Stud is primarily in the management of processes, practices and procedures which ensure the smooth running of all aspects of the stud.

James is New Gant Farm’s Stallion Man with responsibility for the welfare and well being of Rampuns particularly during the covering season. He is well qualified and experienced in many equestrian aspects, having worked in showing and also in a dressage yard.

He has completed a course in Equine Studies at College and is experienced in the management of mares and foals having spent several years as a member of staff in a reputable stud in Newmarket.