Frequently Asked Questions
about
Pompey Ventures
Racehorse Ownership Syndicates

Pompey Ventures is a UK-based racehorse syndicate, founded by partners with Portsmouth roots. The name reflects where we’re from, rather than a geographic racing base! We run small, carefully managed ownership groups, focusing on transparency, community, and enjoying the sport properly with only occasional Pompey references. We promise!

We are members of the The Racehorse Syndicates Association (RSA), which is recognised by the BHA (British Horseracing Authority) & also  The Racehorse Owners Association (ROA). Membership is subject to the acceptance of the Association's Conditions of Membership and the BHA's Code of Conduct for Syndicates.

Yes. Pompey Ventures is a BHA-licensed syndicator, having successfully met all requirements under the British Horseracing Authority’s new syndicator licensing framework introduced from 1 January 2026. This ensures our syndicates operate transparently, responsibly and fully in line with BHA regulations.

You’ll own your chosen percentage of the horse and become part of the ownership team. This includes regular updates from both the PV team and the trainer, access to private stable visits (by arrangement), and owners’ badges every time your horse runs — giving you access to the owners’ and trainers’ areas, and usually lunch or meal vouchers on the day. More importantly, you’ll also receive your percentage of nett prize money, after entry fees, along with your share of any resale proceeds if the horse is sold. All owners are added to a private group chat for their horse, giving you the chance to chat directly with fellow owners and of course the PV team and stay as involved as you like - although there’s never any pressure to engage if you’d rather follow along quietly!

No! Ask any race horse owner and you will almost always get a resounding No! Horse ownership is not an investment and should NEVER be considered solely as way to make money.  It is an incredibly rewarding and entertaining experience, and while you can be lucky and see a financial return, that should always be a bonus rather than the expectation. At PV we do everything we can do increase the value of your horse and create winning days out with optimal  prize money, but you should never consider racehorse ownership solely to make money.

Most definitely. Our racehorse syndicates are designed to be welcoming, transparent and fun, making them particularly well suited to owners new to horse racing. There’s no expectation to know how things work — we’re always happy to explain the process, answer questions, and guide you along the way.

As involved as you’d like to be. Some owners love being right in the thick of things — following every update, chatting in the owners’ group and coming along to yard days and race meetings. Others prefer a quieter experience, keeping up with regular updates without feeling any pressure to engage. We keep our ownership group deliberately informal, so everyone feels comfortable and included, but there’s never any expectation. Whether you’re hands-on or happy following along from afar, you’ll always feel part of the journey.

Yes of course. It's your horse! We are happy to arrange private stable visits, with prior notification.  We have excellent relationships with all our trainers and they are very accessible.  If you have any questions about your horse or its training, we can always get an answer for you!

Absolutely. Just drop us a message to let us know and we would be happy to email you the updates instead.

The initial, upfront cost covers the purchase of the horse, along with any vetting and wind testing (if required), sales house commission, bloodstock agent fees, and transport to and from the sales.

Monthly fees cover all day-to-day training and care, including trainers fees, routine veterinary costs, farriers, dentistry, physio, gallops, feed and supplements, stabling, travel to and from racecourses, and jockey fees.

Before prize money is paid to owners, standard deductions are made for jockey and trainer percentages, along with race entry fees. These are industry-wide and apply to all racehorse owners, not just syndicates. Once those deductions are made, the remaining balance is paid to owners, split according to their ownership percentage. We always provide a clear statement annually, so you can see exactly how your prize money has been calculated.

Yes, possibly, is the honest answer & we’re always upfront about this. Travel outside of the UK isn’t included in the monthly fees, so any overseas travel costs would be deducted from prize money and/or resale proceeds when accounts are settled. Routine veterinary costs are included up to a cap of £3,000. If, at the discretion of the syndicate managers, further treatment is considered in the best interests of both the horse and the syndicate, any costs above this cap would be shared by owners on a pro-rata basis and deducted from prize money and/or resale value.

No. Pompey Ventures will pay the VAT on your behalf and reclaim it where applicable.

Yes we do. However unlike many other syndicates, we only charge a small 10% commission if a horse sells for more than its purchase price, and this is calculated on the difference between the two hammer prices, not the total sale value. This is an added incentive for us to improve the value of the horse, and a commitment to our owners to only purchase horses we genuinely believe in. We also take a 5% commission on prize money.

We have an excellent team around us, with a wealth of knowledge and experience in horses and racing. We have experts in several different fields within the company, so each horse is meticulously researched & assessed by the whole Pompey Ventures team before purchase. The purchase of any horse is a major investment & we would never purchase any horse, without being absolutely certain it was the right fit for the PV racehorse syndicates.​​

A wise man once told us the time to sell your horse is when you least want to!  Roughly translated this means our aim is to buy the horse, improve its value, win our owners some valuable prize money, then hopefully sell on for a profit, all whilst enjoying some winning days out!  Obviously this is an aim not a guarantee but we are confident we can judge the optimal selling point  for your horse to maximise both your return and the overall owners experience.

Once your horse is sold and all accounts have been finalised, you’ll receive a statement showing your share of the prize money and sale proceeds. Payment is then made shortly afterwards, and we aim to have everything settled within 8–10 weeks of the sale.

Absolutely not!  We pride ourself on our flexibility and we are happy to put together something bespoke to suit your ownership needs.  So whether it's a smaller share as an introduction to racehorse ownership, a larger purchase such as a half share partnership, or even a whole horse with a bunch of mates, we will always try to create the perfect package for you.   Just give us a call, drop any of us an email or fill in the contact form and one of us will be in touch to discuss options.

It couldn’t be easier. Take a look at our Available Racehorse Shares on the website and, if something catches your eye, just get in touch. We’re always happy to talk through the horse, the costs, and what ownership would look like for you. Once you’ve decided to go ahead, we’ll send over a confirmation email setting out the costs, along with a clear and transparent syndicate agreement for you to review and sign. From there, you’re all set - and we’ll keep you fully updated every step of the way.

Yep.  Every single one.  Handsome bunch aren't they!