Newmill Stables
Read our history and take a look at our facilities!
Nestled in the picturesque Scottish Borders, Ewan Whillans Racing is a purpose-built training yard designed to give every horse the best possible chance to succeed. The yard features spacious, well-ventilated stables, top-quality gallops, and excellent turnout facilities, ensuring a perfect balance between structured training and relaxation.
At the heart of the operation is Ewan’s hands-on approach, combining his experience as a former jockey with his deep understanding of racehorse management. The training facilities include a private all-weather gallop, extensive grass gallops for varied fitness work, and a range of schooling obstacles for National Hunt horses. Horses benefit from regular turnout in well-maintained paddocks, allowing them to unwind and develop both physically and mentally.
The yard operates with a dedicated team who share Ewan’s passion for racing and horse welfare, ensuring that each horse receives tailored care and attention. From nurturing young prospects to revitalizing experienced runners, Ewan Whillans Racing provides the ideal environment for horses to thrive and perform at their peak.
Owners are always welcome to visit, experience the yard firsthand, and see their horses in action. With a commitment to success, a strong team, and top-class facilities, Ewan Whillans Racing offers an exceptional training base for both flat and National Hunt horses.
Our Facilites include:
Round Gallop-
Our round gallop is a vital part of the daily training routine. This all-weather, circular track provides a safe and controlled environment for warming up and cooling down horses. It's ideal for building fitness gradually, developing balance and rhythm, and giving young or fresh horses a calm, structured setting to start their work. The consistent surface allows for year-round use, helping maintain peak conditioning whatever the weather.
Hill Gallop-
Our large hill gallop is a key feature in building strength, stamina, and fitness. The steady incline encourages horses to work harder, engaging their core and hindquarters while developing lung capacity and overall endurance. It’s an excellent tool for both young horses learning to gallop properly and experienced runners preparing for race conditions. The surface is maintained to a high standard to ensure safety and consistency throughout the year.
Lunge Pen-
Our enclosed lunge pen offers a safe, controlled space for early training, exercise, and rehabilitation work. It’s ideal for assessing movement, building trust with young horses, and encouraging suppleness through controlled, circular work. The secure environment allows horses to be worked from the ground without distractions, helping to develop discipline, balance, and fitness before progressing to ridden exercise.
Expansive Farmland and Lake
We’re fortunate to have access to thousands of acres of peaceful farmland, complete with quiet tracks, open fields, and a serene lake. This natural setting is invaluable for settling in new horses, especially those arriving from busy, high-pressure environments. The calm surroundings help reduce stress and allow horses to relax, mentally unwind, and gradually adjust to their new routine. Hacking through open countryside also improves fitness in a low-impact way and keeps horses mentally fresh and happy.
