Charlie Hills

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As part of the Hills dynasty created by his father Barry, Charlie has spent his entire life immersed in horse racing.

After leaving school he went to work in Australia for Colin & Peter Hayes. On his return to the UK he then spent two years with James Fanshawe as assistant Trainer. On returning home the rest of his education was spent working under his father before taking over the licence in August 2011.

Less than two years after taking the helm at Faringdon Place, Charlie trained his first classic winner when Just The Judge won the Irish 1,000 Guineas. She was swiftly followed by European Champion two year old filly and Breeders Cup winner Chriselliam. In recent years more top class horses have emerged including two European Champion sprinters in the shape of Muhaarar and Battaash, plus Irish 2,000 Guineas winner Phoenix Of Spain.

Faringdon Place welcomes a range of owners from those who have shares in syndicates to full ownership, and everything in between.

Charlie is married to Philippa, and they have two racing mad sons James and Eddie who keep a very close eye on what’s going on.

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