Audley Farm Equine
Sir Barton: A Legacy at Audley Farm
Sir Barton, America’s first Triple Crown winner (1919), holds a special place in Audley Farm’s history. Influenced by renowned Kentucky breeder John Madden, the Jones brothers (Bernard and Monfort) invested heavily in top bloodlines, bringing Sir Barton to Audley as a stallion for $100,000—a staggering sum for the time.
Sir Barton stood at stud at Audley for six years, commanding a $1,000 stud fee and serving as the farm’s original foundation sire. The Jones brothers ultimately invested over $2.5 million in bloodstock, solidifying Audley’s reputation in the Thoroughbred world.
Today, his legacy is honored with a statue by artist Jan Woods, standing proudly in front of the stallion barn where his breeding career began. This statue, gifted in 2008, symbolizes the 47-year commitment to Audley Farm and its Thoroughbred tradition—a legacy that continues to thrive today.
Audley Farm Equine: A Legacy of Excellence
Audley Farm has been synonymous with quality, tradition, and superior horsemanship for generations. Nestled in the heart of Clarke County, Virginia, our equine program is built on a foundation of careful breeding, expert training, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
At Audley, we prioritize the well-being and development of every horse in our care. With state-of-the-art facilities, expansive pastures, and a team of dedicated professionals, we ensure that each horse reaches its full potential. Whether breeding for exceptional bloodlines or refining training programs, our focus remains on producing strong, well-rounded equine athletes.
As stewards of this historic farm, we honor our past while embracing the future—continuing to raise and train horses that uphold Audley’s reputation for excellence, integrity, and top-tier performance.
A Legacy of Champions
Audley Farm has been raising exceptional horses for generations, and our dedication to quality shows in every foal we produce.
With six Virginia Breeder of the Year awards (1995, 1997, 2002, 2012, 2023, 2024), we take pride in breeding and developing elite equine athletes that compete at the highest levels.
Smiling Causeway
Proven Champions
Over the years, Audley Farm has produced some of racing’s finest competitors. Our horses have claimed victories at top-tier stakes races, earned millions in career earnings, and left their mark on the sport.
A Few of Our Standouts:
Bodemeister (Empire Maker x Untouched Talent) – Arkansas Derby (G1) Winner, Kentucky Derby & Preakness Runner-Up
Eishin Boston (Cat Thief x Mather Miss) – 7-time winner in Japan, $1.45 million in earnings
Mandy’s Gold (Gilded Time x Manduria) – Apple Blossom (G1) Winner, $1 million+ in earnings
Greyvitos (Malibu Moon x Snow Top Mountain) – Champion Two-Year-Old Colt in Virginia
Smiling Causeway (Giant’s Causeway x Shandra Smiles) – Five 1st place wins, $300,860 in earnings, was a weanling purchase for the farm and now resides at Audley as a Broodmare
Ellyb (Pioneerof the Nile x Eversmile) – 13 starts, 3 first-place wins, $126,919 in earnings, raced under the Audley Equine colors, and now is a Broodmare here at the farm
Determined Kingdom (Animal Kingdom x Filia) – Ten 1st place wins, 2024 Virginia Horse of the Year, $734,177 in earnings. We look forward to watching him race in 2025!
Determined Kingdom
Every so often, we select a standout homebred filly or purchase a well-bred prospect to race under Audley Farm Stables. Our goal? To develop top-tier competitors who will one day join our broodmare band, carrying on the legacy of excellence.
Keep your eye out for our three-year-old filly, Quadra!
Click here to watch Audley Equine, Quadra, win a recent race in Maryland.
Racehorses: BORN TO Run
NOTABLE SALES
Over the years, Audley Farm has earned a reputation for producing elite Thoroughbreds that command attention in the sales ring as well as on the track. Our commitment to exceptional bloodlines and thoughtful breeding has resulted in a number of record-setting sales that continue to highlight the strength of our program.
One of the most notable milestones in Audley’s history came in 2012, when Untouched Talent, in foal to Unbridled’s Song, sold for $5,000,000 at the Fasig-Tipton November Sale—marking the highest sale ever recorded at Audley and still one of the most significant auction prices for a Thoroughbred mare in history.
That same year, her Smart Strike filly, Fascinating, brought $1,300,000 at the Keeneland September Yearling Sale, making her the highest-priced filly of the entire sale and the top-selling yearling Audley has ever produced. Fascinating went on to place in multiple Grade 1 races, continuing her dam’s legacy of excellence.
Earlier success came in 2004 with The Visualiser, a striking colt by Giant’s Causeway out of Smokey Mirage, who sold for $1,000,000 at the Keeneland September Sale—Audley’s first seven-figure yearling. His half-brother, Boogie Bogs (by Dixie Union), followed closely behind the next year, selling for $650,000 in 2005.
Most recently, in 2022, we celebrated our highest-priced weanling sale with Brummell, a colt by Not This Time out of Foreign Affair, who brought $350,000 at the Keeneland November Sale.
Each of these sales reflects the intentionality, care, and expertise behind every breeding decision we make. At Audley Farm, we continue to invest in producing horses that meet the highest standards—on paper, in the sales ring, and where it matters most: on the track.
Broodmares
Our Broodmares: The Foundation of Success
At Audley, we believe great racehorses start with great broodmares. Our carefully selected band features some of the finest bloodlines in North America and Europe, including Smart Strike, Storm Cat, A.P. Indy, and Galileo. Each year, we match them with world-class stallions to produce exceptional foals with the talent and pedigree to excel.
FOALS
Our Foals: The Next Generation
Each year, we welcome new foals, carefully bred to bring out the best in their lineage. Every foal is born right here in Virginia in our state-of-the-art Mare Barn, where our team provides round-the-clock care. At Audley Farm, they are raised with expert care, attention, and plenty of room to grow. A part of our vision is to support Virginia and the Virginia Thoroughbred Association.
YEARLINGS
Our Yearlings: Raised for Success
Turning promising foals into top-tier yearlings takes more than just good breeding—it requires dedication, individualized care, and expert training. At Audley, we combine traditional horsemanship with cutting-edge techniques to develop strong, well-prepared yearlings. Each colt and filly follows a customized program to ensure optimal growth, health, and conditioning for future success.
For more information about our yearlings, contact Delmas “Buster” Huff, Yearling Manager, at (540) 955-1251 or info@audleyfarm.com.
Premier Boarding & Lay-Up Facilities
With our spacious pastures, world-class barns, and expert staff, Audley Farm offers a limited number of boarding positions for weanlings, and yearlings. Whether you need full-care boarding, lay-ups, or specialized yearling prep, we provide a safe, professional, and nurturing environment for your horse.
Our Facilities Include:
Mare Barn – 24/7 monitoring, large foaling stalls, heated lights, and expert foal care
Yearling Barn – Individualized prep programs, Euro-style horse walker, and turnout paddocks
Training & Stallion Barn – Ideal for lay-ups and post-track recovery
Turnout & Pastures – 1,000+ acres of lush, limestone-rich fields with automatic heated waterers
At Audley, every horse receives the same level of care and attention as our own. With top-quality feed, expert veterinary support, and a dedicated team, your horse is in exceptional hands.
Experience the Audley Standard
From breeding and raising champions to providing top-tier equine care, Audley Farm is dedicated to preserving tradition, upholding excellence, and shaping the future of equestrian sport. Whether you’re looking for elite bloodlines, superior yearling development, or premier boarding, you’ll find it all at Audley.
Explore Audley. Experience Excellence.
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