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"Great starts make for great finishes"


Steeped in history, Trelawney Stud is New Zealand's longest-running commercial thoroughbred farm. Brent and Cherry Taylor take pride in continuing the legacy of success, and work with their team to raise quality horses that shine in the sale ring and perform with distinction on the racetrack. Attention to detail is paramount and great care goes into every aspect of the farm. From mating plans and foalings to raising young stock and sales prep every horse receives the best, because at Trelawney great starts make for great finishes.

Private Sales

Trelawney Stud currently have a select group of mares available for private purchase

Latest News

Pride of Jenni ready for more Randwick magic

Ciaron Maher says Pride Of Jenni (Pride Of Dubai) could not be going any better as she returns to the scene of her most devastating win this weekend. The superstar mare heads to Randwick to contestRead more

Trelawney’s Pride of Jenni Crowned Australian Racehorse of the Year

Pride of Jenni has been honuored as the Australian Racehorse of the Year 2024, a title she earned after a stellar season under the guidance of top trainer Ciaron Maher. Bred at Trelawney Stud byRead more

Lim’s Kosciuszko Final Finale in Singapore this weekend

In what might be a case of saving the best for last, superstar Karaka graduate Lim’s Kosciuszko(Kermadec) won the Gold Cup in 2023 and is back to defend his title in the final edition on Saturday.Read more

Pride Of Jenni dazzles in Feehan

Star Trelawney Stud-bred mare Pride Of Jenni (Pride Of Dubai) put on yet another stunning front-running display to prevail in a thrilling Gr.2 Feehan Stakes (1600m) at The Valley on AFL Grand FinalRead more

Trelawney Bred Noble Pursuit Shines in Hong Kong

Last night in Hong Kong, Noble Pursuit delivered a win in the Class Three Central Handicap (1,650m at Happy Valley), securing a well-deserved victory. Bred by Trelawney Stud, this impressive son ofRead more

Pride of Jenni Claims Impressive Second in Makybe Diva Stakes

Pride of Jenni showed she was back on track over the weekend in the 2024 Group 1 Makybe Diva Stakes at Flemington, fighting out the finish for second place behind the winner and arch enemy, MrRead more

Storm Front Shines at Ellerslie Trials; Trelawney Stud Prepares for Karaka 2025

Trainer Tony Pike recently spotlighted Storm Front, a standout colt by Snitzel out of Indecision, who was bred and sold by Trelawney Stud at the Karaka Sales for $400,000. The colt impressed at theRead more

Witz End Claims Victory at Hawke’s Bay

Witz End, a promising talent in the racing world, secured a thrilling win in his last race at Hawke’s Bay yesterday. This victory adds another impressive achievement to the young horse’s career aRead more

Champion Lim’s Kosciuszko Wins Singapore’s Queen Elizabeth II Cup

Trainer Dan Meagher’s star galloper, Lim’s Kosciuszko (Kermadec - NZ), triumphed in Saturday’s G1 Queen Elizabeth II Cup in Singapore. With 22 wins from 29 starts and earnings surpassing S$3.5Read more

Anushka Shesastar: From Sale to Stardom in Record Time

Anushka Shesastar, the Proisir – Blitzabeel filly, is already making waves in the racing world. Sold for $130,000 by Cliff Goss (Cherry Taylor's father) at the Ready To Run Sale in November 2023, Read more

Heart of a Lion: Trelawney’s Lim’s Kosciuszko secures third Lion City Cup

Lim’s Kosciuszko has clinched his third Lion City Cup, reinforcing his impressive career in Singapore racing.  The achievement is especially significant as Lim’s Kosciuszko was bred atRead more

Trelawney Stud Celebrates NZTBA Breeder of the Year Award 2024

Trelawney Stud was honoured with the NZTBA Breeder of the Year award, sponsored by Dunstan Feeds, at the 2024 National Thoroughbred Awards held last night in Cambridge. This accolade underscores theRead more