FOLLOWCATO
(5yo ch g - Notnowcato ex Follow The Icon)
The Cato Syndicate
Number of horses: 50%
Cost per horse: £36,000
Number of shares: 16
Initial price: £5,950 + VAT* Due on signing agreement (VAT recoverable)
Cost for the 2024/25 season: £3,350 + VAT*
Trainer: Ben Pauling
*all VAT recoverable
Ben Pauling
Location: The Cotswolds. Ben Pauling is Gloucestershire born and bred. Starting his career as Assistant to multiple champion winning trainer Nicky Henderson, no doubt provided a solid foundation to what is fast-becoming a formidable training career.
Ben took out his training licence in 2013 and since then has made a name for himself in his own right in the National Hunt scene. The rate at which his operation has grown was highlighted in 2022 when Ben moved to a brand new, state of the art, training facility, Naunton Downs. Nestled in the rolling hills of The Cotswolds countryside, the gallops, owners area and stables are second to none and this, combined with the friendly and personable approach from Ben, his wife Sophie and his dedicated team, makes visits to this yard particularly special.
Since the move Ben has made extraordinary strides. In 2022-23 he doubled his winners tally and his prize money earnings, proving it was no fluke by matching it again in the 2023-24 season taking his prize money haul to over £1 million.
Despite his short career, Ben is already a four-time Cheltenham Festival winning trainer through; Willoughby Court, Le Breuil, Global Citizen and, most recently, Shakem Up'Arry. With such momentum behind him, it will be no surprise to see him continue to add to that haul.
We are thrilled to have Ben on our book of trainers and always look forward to visiting the spectacular Naunton Downs!owns!