Soetendal Estate

Soetendal Estate Thoroughbred estate offering specialised pre-training,
spelling & rehabilitation, sales prep & boarding of broodmares in Wellington, Western Cape.

Situated 15km northwest of Wellington, off the R44, Soetendal Estate is a beautiful property set facing the dramatic mountains of the Limietberg, offering stunning scenic views on all sides. The farm is easily accessible by tarred roads. Founded in 1852, the farm is a National Heritage Site. At Soetendal, we provide the thoroughbred owner, trainer and breeder a range of superior services, includin

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- backing and pre-training
- yearling sales preparation
- spelling
- rehabilitation and post-operative care
- permanent boarding of broodmares
- foaling down and weaning
- transportation of mares to all sires in the Western Cape
- retirement. Our facilities include:
- fifty stables in four separate barns
- a dedicated foaling unit with overhead glassed-in viewing area
- well-secured irrigated grass paddocks
- high rings suitable for colts or rehabilitating horses
- lunge rings
- 800m sand track
- starting stalls
- exercising areas: hills, firm and soft going
- winter oat pastures. We are situated 15 minutes away from Wellington Animal Hospital and 45 minutes from Drakenstein Veterinary Clinic. Members of our staff are motivated and keen to maintain the high standards that Soetendal has become known for.

The rewards of early mornings - love our job!
04/02/2025

The rewards of early mornings - love our job!

Thank you to the buyer of this beautiful filly, and thank you to the under bidders
23/01/2025

Thank you to the buyer of this beautiful filly, and thank you to the under bidders

LOT 42 – ARABELLA FIGG - Bay Filly
Erupt (IRE) x Preferential (Master of My Fate)
SOLD R 600,000
Soetendal Estate

22/01/2025
Cape Racing Sales Summer Sale 2025:Lot 42, a gorgeous Erupt filly out of Master of My Fate mare, Preferential. She is cl...
14/01/2025

Cape Racing Sales Summer Sale 2025:
Lot 42, a gorgeous Erupt filly out of Master of My Fate mare, Preferential. She is classy and correct, with good scope and rein - come and see us at Block D from 21 January at Kenilworth.

ONE STRIPE, his best win yet! What a privilege to have started this spectacular c**t under saddle, as well as his sire O...
04/01/2025

ONE STRIPE, his best win yet! What a privilege to have started this spectacular c**t under saddle, as well as his sire One World. Congratulations to Rikesh Sewgoolam, VHM Racing and Drakenstein Stud !

What a gutsy win by Soetendal graduate RASCALLION! Congratulations to owners Marsh Shirtliff and Bryn Resell, trainer VH...
04/01/2025

What a gutsy win by Soetendal graduate RASCALLION! Congratulations to owners Marsh Shirtliff and Bryn Resell, trainer VHM Racing , and breeder Veronique Kritzinger, bred at Winterbach Stud.

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate TENANGO! Owner/breeder Ian Longmore and Bass Racing Stables
04/01/2025

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate TENANGO! Owner/breeder Ian Longmore and Bass Racing Stables

As the sun sets on 2024, we wish our friends and supporters all the best for 2025. May your year be filled with love and...
31/12/2024

As the sun sets on 2024, we wish our friends and supporters all the best for 2025. May your year be filled with love and laughter!

THE FUTURIST makes it another feature winners for Soetendal Ready to Run graduates, winning the Gr 3 Ridgemont Peninsula...
15/12/2024

THE FUTURIST makes it another feature winners for Soetendal Ready to Run graduates, winning the Gr 3 Ridgemont Peninsula Handicap in a tight finish. Congratulations to owners Pete Caroling, Gwen McGregor and Mrs & Mrs Turk, trainers James & Brett Crawford, and breeder Pete Carolin!

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate RAINBOW LORIKEET on her win in the Gr 3 SplashOut Victress Stak...
15/12/2024

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate RAINBOW LORIKEET on her win in the Gr 3 SplashOut Victress Stakes. This filly doesn't know to run a bad race!
Bass Racing Stables Wilgerbosdrift Stud Farm - South Africa Mauritzfontein

Soetendal Ready to Run Sale graduate ONE STRIPE wins the Gr 1 Hollywoodbets Cape Guineas, living up to his big reputatio...
15/12/2024

Soetendal Ready to Run Sale graduate ONE STRIPE wins the Gr 1 Hollywoodbets Cape Guineas, living up to his big reputation in style! Congratulations to owner Rikesh Sewgoolam, trainer VHM Racing, Adele Alsop, and breeders Drakenstein Stud.

What a day for Soetendal graduates at Kenilworth yesterday, taking all three feature races! KAIBOY made it a fourth win ...
15/12/2024

What a day for Soetendal graduates at Kenilworth yesterday, taking all three feature races!
KAIBOY made it a fourth win on the day - congratulations to owners Roberta Jansch and family, the GIllespies and Ryan Rockefeller, trainers Bass Racing Stables and breeders Klawervlei Stud.
This was Kaiboy's 3rd win in only 7 starts, carrying a big weight for a 3-year old, and he's definitely one to follow!

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Soetendal Road
Wellington
7654

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0823179474

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When the river took your track away .... the roadworks guys will put it back and pull it into shape!

Early mornings ... love our job!

Bloodstock South Africa National Yearling Sale Lot 359 - A racy Gimmethegreenlight colt, three-quarter brother to BLESS MY STARS. Visit https://bsa.co.za/lot/star-in-motion/ for the full pedigree and video.

Bloodstock South Africa National Yearling Sale Lot 199 - an exceptionally athletic Master of my Fate colt. Visit https://bsa.co.za/lot/peekaboo/ for the full pedigree and video.

Bloodstock South Africa National Yearling Sale Lot 13 - one of the last opportunities to purchase a TRIPPI filly! Visit https://bsa.co.za/lot/tipsy/ for the full pedigree and video.

Bloodstock South Africa Lot 12, a powerful filly by The United States. Visit https://bsa.co.za/lot/shes-a-trackstar/ for the full pedigree and video.

Bloodstock South Africa Nationals yearlings loading!

We're loaded and on the way to the Cape Racing Sales Cape Premier Yearling Sale at the CTICC, hope to see you there! The sale starts at 14.30 on Thursday 25 January. Find our Lot 68 in stable D14.

Cape Racing Sales Ready to Run Sale: we have two lots selling unbroken - here is Lot 13, a high quality, athletic colt by Querari whose dam has already produced two black type horses including DARK MOON RISING.

Cape Racing Sales Ready to Run Sale: we have two lots selling unbroken - here is Lot 107, a colt by Futura ex Gr3 winning Captain Al half sister to GIMME ONE NIGHT. Just look at this horse walk!

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