George Chaloner

1869 - 1935

George Chaloner, son of Tom, was born in Middleham on November 9, 1869, and was successful as both a jockey and a trainer.

George retired from training in 1910 and became a farmer in Bedford. 

It was here that he died on December 18, 1935, aged 66. He left £3,450

His uncle was Tom Chaloner's younger brother, William, who also died in 1935.

George, who was twice placed in the Derby, had the following big race wins:

1888:  Royal Hunt Cup (Shilelagh)

1888:  Manchester Cup  (Merry Andrew)

1890:  Ascot Derby (Battle-Axe)

1891:  Manchester November Handicap  (Lily of Lumley)

1891:  Wokingham Stakes  (Rathbeal)

1891:  Queen's Vase  (Mons Meg

1892:  Royal Hunt Cup  (Suspender)

1892:  New Stakes  (Isinglass)

1892:  Middle Park Stakes  (Islinglass)

1894:  Queen's Vase  (Quaesitum)