James (Tiny) Edwards
c1764 - 1837
James 'Tiny' Edwards was the father of six jockey brothers, the sons of three separate marriages.
James 'Tiny' Edwards was the father of six jockey brothers, the sons of three separate marriages.
He won the 1786 Oaks on Yellow Filly but was a far better trainer than jockey, sending out 13 classic winners.
He won the 1786 Oaks on Yellow Filly but was a far better trainer than jockey, sending out 13 classic winners.
James died at Newmarket on July 1, 1837, aged 73.
James died at Newmarket on July 1, 1837, aged 73.
His was the first death to be registered at Newmarket Register Office
His was the first death to be registered at Newmarket Register Office