Guard of Honour (stable name `Sammy’) is a gelding by Broadsword (USA) out of Celestrial Bride. A 17.2hh Dark Bay thoroughbred gelding he was born on 18/02/1992 and trained by Josh Gifford. A big horse who didnt like tight tracks, Sammy raced twice in national hunt flat races, 7 times over hurdles and 14 over chase fences, mainly at 21/2 to 3 miles. He had 1 win and 2 seconds with total winnings of £4,934.
Sammy is another gentle giant. Over the years Sammy has been a popular choice for complete beginners to experienced riders, being very adaptable and easy going whether at the front, back or middle of a ride, He has also done some cross country and is a very genuine horse.
