Weatherbys

Weatherbys is a British company that provides administrative, financial, and data services to the thoroughbred horse racing and breeding communities. The organization traces its roots to the 18th century, when James Weatherby helped establish a standardized genealogical record for Thoroughbreds on behalf of the Jockey Club. From these beginnings, Weatherbys evolved from a registrar into a diversified service provider for the racing industry.

Today, Weatherbys operates Weatherbys Bank, which serves clients connected with racing, including breeders, owners, trainers, and racing bodies. The Weatherbys Group also administers the General Stud Book, maintains pedigrees and registrations for Thoroughbred horses, and offers data, publishing, and information-technology services to breeders, racecourses, clubs, and racing authorities. In addition to registration and financial services, the group provides governance support, software systems, and consultancy for racing administration and performance data.

Weatherbys remains privately owned, with leadership retained by the Weatherby family and related partners. The organization maintains close links with major racing institutions in Britain, such as the Jockey Club and the British Horseracing Authority, and delivers services to international clients through its stud-book and data offerings.