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English Thoroughbred Horses for sale

The English Thoroughbred, also known simply as the Thoroughbred or TB, is a distinguished horse breed originating in 17th and 18th century England. This elite breed was developed by crossing Oriental stallions—the Darley Arabian, Godolphin Arabian, and Byerley Turk—with native mares, aiming to create a horse with exceptional speed and stamina. Physically, Thoroughbreds are noted for their lean and athletic build, standing between 15.2 and 17 hands, with long legs, a deep chest, and fine bones, all contributing to their remarkable racing ability. Renowned for their high-spirited yet intelligent temperament, these horses are sensitive and require skilled, confident handling, making them best suited to experienced riders. Beyond racing, Thoroughbreds excel in disciplines such as eventing, show jumping, and dressage, showcasing their versatility. Keywords like "thoroughbred for sale," "thoroughbred horses for sale UK," and "racehorses for sale" highlight their market demand, especially within the UK. Owning a Thoroughbred means commitment to high-quality care and management to support their health and performance. Overall, the English Thoroughbred stands as a symbol of equestrian excellence, combining speed, stamina, and refined elegance.

English Thoroughbred horses Super ror prospect with moves to die for - Advert 1
311

Super ror prospect with moves to die for

English Thoroughbred

GeldingGender
8 yearsAge
15.94 hhHeight
£4,000Price

16.2hh Full-Up 9-Year-Old Gelding from saddlers wells lines A truly special horse looking for his forever home. This handsome 16.2hh, 9-year-old gelding is a real character who thrives on attenti

LingfieldSurrey
English Thoroughbred horses Companion / project for experienced home only - Advert 2
3

Companion / project for experienced home only

English Thoroughbred

MareGender
6 yearsAge
15.16 hhHeight
£500Price

Winnie is a 6-year-old, 15.2hh Thoroughbred mare. She has been out of work for around 7 months and turned away in the field for the last 4 months. She is looking for a companion or project home for s

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NormantonWest Yorkshire
English Thoroughbred horses Lovely Happy Hacker For Sale - Advert 3
53

Lovely Happy Hacker For Sale

English Thoroughbred

MareGender
10 yearsAge
16.44 hhHeight
£3,250Price

I have a very sweet TB mare for sale, she’s 10 years old and 16.2hh who’s an ex-racer but been off the track for a couple of years. She’d make an amazing happy hacker, never phased by anything she see

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Stockton-on-TeesStockton-on-Tees
English Thoroughbred horses ROR eligible hunt/ event/ all rounder prospect - Advert 4
34

ROR eligible hunt/ event/ all rounder prospect

English Thoroughbred

GeldingGender
4 yearsAge
16.24 hhHeight
£2,250Price

Apollo is a 4yr old ex racer that has now qualified for the ROR championships at intro level. He is a quick learner that tries his best with every session. Apollo hacks alone but lacks confidence at

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BridgwaterSomerset
5.0
English Thoroughbred horses Louie 5 year old tb - Advert 5
8

Louie 5 year old tb

English Thoroughbred

GeldingGender
5 yearsAge
16.73 hhHeight
£5,000Price

Louie looking for his forever home he never even got to the track or even the point of being named Because he was just far to slow he’s was put in the field for a break and to mature but since being b

MarlboroughWiltshire
English Thoroughbred horses Ex race  - Advert 6
2

Ex race

English Thoroughbred

GeldingGender
14 yearsAge
17.52 hhHeight
£2,500Price

17.2 hh 14 year old bay gelding for sale. Retired from racing a year ago. Had time of to chill and has come back into work hacking. Good in traffic and will hack alone and in company. Good to shoe.

ChulmleighDevon
English Thoroughbred horses (SOLD) Stunning rising 2 year old filly - Advert 7
103

(SOLD) Stunning rising 2 year old filly

English Thoroughbred

MareGender
2 yearsAge
14.07 hhHeight
£2,600Price

AVS Golden Pearl Warmblood × Thoroughbred filly Rising 2 years old (DOB 30.07.2024). Expected to make 16hh Currently standing at 14.1hh and growing away very nicely. A change in circumstances f

OkehamptonDevon

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The English Thoroughbred is a horse breed renowned for its speed, agility, and athletic ability. Developed in England primarily for racing, it was bred by crossing local mares with Arabian stallions. These horses have distinct features such as a well-shaped head, long neck, deep chest, and strong legs, typically standing between 15.2 and 17 hands high in various coat colours like bay, black, chestnut, and grey.