Born on June 25, 1952, Paul Victor Burgoyne was a professional rider for 14 years. He served his apprenticeship with Toby Balding and was one of the unsung heroes of the winter game.
He took out a trainer's licence in 1981 and the best horse he trained was Dalmane.
Living at Veor Farm, West Street, Childrey, Wantage, he married Deborah Beese on April 9, 1977. She gave him two sons, Mark & Simon and a daughter, Lucia.
Paul enjoyed squash and swimming.