The Injured Jockeys Fund was founded in 1964 following the devastating accidents to Tim Brookshaw and Paddy Farrell in the 1964 Grand National. Both jockey falls resulted in severe paralysis which immediately ended both their careers. Since then the IJF has helped over 1000 jockeys and their families and has paid out more than £20m in charitable assistance.

Their services are accessible to anyone who holds or has held a racing license (and their dependents) and is in need. This includes professional, amateur and point-to-point jockeys. The Fund’s team of Regional and Centre Liaisons work directly with beneficiaries offering pastoral care and financial assistance.

In 2009 the Fund opened its first Rehabilitation and Fitness Centre, Oaksey House in Lambourn. This was followed in 2015 by Jack Berry House in Malton, for northern-based jockeys and beneficiaries, and then Peter O’Sullevan House in Newmarket in 2019. A regional based hub at Taunton opened in 2022 for West-Country based jockeys. The IJF also works closely with racing authorities and other organisations on many initiatives such as funding on-course physiotherapists (Jockey Injury Management Team), expert nutritional advice and medical services. In 2020 a new partnership with Changing Minds (clinical psychologists) enhanced mental health provision. This will remain a key area of focus and investment.

Picture Right: Managing Director Daniel Doubtfire proudly presenting a £10,000 cheque donation to Injured Jockeys Fund at Oaksey House