At Roseneath we share the passion for horses. Both Drew and Fionna have many years experience with horses but come from very different backgrounds.
As a younger man Drew rode in Mountain races and the occasional Cattelmans Cup. But as the sport diminished his passion for fast horses didn't so he pursued the dream of owning race horses. Drew has bred race horses for a number of years. Having some success with his home bred gelding Jugahnaut. From as young as 14 Drew began to teach himself the ways of breaking and starting young horses, and now with may years experience under his belt he has started a wide variety of horses from Shetlands to Thoroughbreds to Warmbloods and even the occasional Clydesdale and the very interesting task or handling some very grumpy mules. Drew is fast becoming recognised as a versatile horseman with skills in several disciplines.

Drew has owned his own cabinet making business for the last 20 years and horses were a part time vocation however now Drew is dedicating all of his time to starting horses and now rides full time.

Drew has an understanding of more than just one discipline;

He is training several horses for Reining.

Is a member of Adult Riders to enhance his Dressage and Showjumping ability and to provide exposure for some of the young horses.

He rides Track work in the mornings with Kilmore race Trainer Kieran Barry

Fionna had the very traditional start in Pony Club and then went on to hacking and then to dressage. With several years of not much riding Fionna worked for Ridley AgriProducts (Barastoc) and learned the importance of good nutrition for all horses. Whilst working for Ridley, Fionna was afforded the opportunity to attend the Athens Olympic Games. She was behind the scenes with Kentucky Equine Research and assisted in the provision of feed and bedding for the Olympic horses. Fionna is an active member of Seymour Dressage and Showjumping Club with her Thoroughbred mare Marilyn and competes in dressage. Fionna reviews each horses diet on arrival and makes certain that all horses are well kept whilst being started.