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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 sometimes have select group of horses available for private purchase.

Please contact Brent - brent@trelawneystud.nz or Cherry - cherry@trelawneystud.nz 

Latest News

First Armory runner, a dominant winner

Mapperley Stud stallion Armory recorded his first winner on Sunday when his two-year-old daughter Silhouette raced to a dominant victory in the Fusion Electrical Two-Year-Old (900m) at Trentham.Read more

Trelawney & Ready to Run Breeze Ups: Jockeys Spot the Future Stars

The Ready to Run breeze ups once again showcased some of the most exciting young thoroughbreds, and jockeys Kelly Myers and Jasmine Fawcett were on hand to give their insider takes on our lots. WithRead more

Trelawney Stud RTR Draft Impresses at Breeze-Ups

Cambridge, October 24, 2025 — Trelawney Stud's 2025 Ready to Run Sale draft has impressed during this year's breeze-ups, with every horse showing professionalism, pace, and a great attitude underRead more

Remembering Warren Huntly: A Great Mate and Supporter of Trelawney

By Brent Taylor, Managing Director – Trelawney Stud It's with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Warren Huntly, a true gentleman of the racing world, a long-time friend, and a passionRead more

Astoria Brooke Extends Winning Streak

Trelawney Stud-bred mare Astoria Brooke continued her impressive rise through the grades with a commanding win in the opening race at Te Rapa on Saturday, bringing up her fourth career victory —Read more

Pride of Jenni wins G2 Feehan - A proud legacy for Trelawney

Pride of Jenni might be an eight-year-old mare nearing the twilight of her remarkable racing career, but she showed no signs of slowing down on Friday night at Moonee Valley. With a familiar sparkle Read more

Bolton: A Life Well Lived Beyond the Track

At Trelawney Stud, we take immense pride not only in the horses we breed, but in the lives they go on to lead after their racing careers. One such horse is Bolton—a 2006 gelding by the legendaryRead more

Epic Feehan clash confirmed for Pride of Jenni

The blockbuster clash between Pride Of Jenni and Treasurethe Moment in Friday night's Feehan Stakes at The Valley has been confirmed. In a select but high-class field, Pride Of Jenni will jump fromRead more

Progress Update from Kit Brooks on Karaka Ready to Run Draft

As we build towards the 2025 New Zealand Bloodstock Ready to Run Sale at Karaka this November, we're pleased to share an early update on our team's progress. The young horses have recently stepped upRead more

A Filly with Flair: Trelawney’s Breeding Judgement Pays Off

Originally written by Dane McLeod Cherry Taylor from Trelawney Stud is delighted with the arrival of a Zoustar filly, recently born at Segenhoe Stud. Peter O’Brien has given rave reviews of the filRead more

Mars Flies Home for Fifth Win

The talented Zoustar mare Mars stormed home from last to first in a thrilling performance in the Saddlery Warehouse 1300 ridden by Vinnie Colgan yesterday, claiming her fifth career victory forRead more

Samarelle Sparkles on Debut – Another Star for Trelawney Stud

A huge congratulations to our great friends John O'Shea and Tom Charlton on the brilliant debut win of Samarelle, a two-year-old daughter of Savabeel out of stakes-winner Smashing. BredRead more