Charles Loates
1852 - 1921
1852 - 1921
Charles Henry Loates, known as Ben, was born on October 1, 1852,one of four jockey brothers.
Charles Henry Loates, known as Ben, was born on October 1, 1852,one of four jockey brothers.
The eldest, John, died on March 5, 1868, aged 21.
The eldest, John, died on March 5, 1868, aged 21.
Charles's son, Charles Archibald, who died, aged 70, in 1957, was also a jockey.
Charles's son, Charles Archibald, who died, aged 70, in 1957, was also a jockey.
Three of the brothers all won the Royal Hunt Cup.
Three of the brothers all won the Royal Hunt Cup.
Their father, Archibald Loates, died at Derby on May 9, 1890, aged 67
Their father, Archibald Loates, died at Derby on May 9, 1890, aged 67
Charles won the 1871 Portland on St Vincent.
Charles won the 1871 Portland on St Vincent.
He died at Rottingdean on October 17, 1921, aged 69, leaving £18,180.
He died at Rottingdean on October 17, 1921, aged 69, leaving £18,180.
Article courtesy Chas Hammond
Article courtesy Chas Hammond