The grandson of a sports legend, previously unaware of his own fame, now takes the spotlight as he reshapes a renowned old yard.
Change is sweeping Craiglands Farm, perched high on Baildon Moor near Bingley.
Sue and Harvey Smith have called the upper edge of Bronte Country their home for many years. At almost a thousand feet above sea level, this setting is unique for a racing stable and could easily be marketed as a premier high-altitude training hub if a rebranding were ever considered.
On a crisp, clear day the sensation is almost global in scope; yet this December morning, dense fog shrouds the dark sandstone landscape, lending a starkly somber mood to the scene.
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Published on 8 December 2025inInterviews (https://www.racingpost.com/news/features/interviews/)
Last updated 18:00, 8 December 2025
