Varsfontein Stud Farm
Varsfontein Stud lies at the foot of the Perdeberg mountain, nestled amongst the vineyards and wheat lands of the Boland in the Western Cape. The farm has a rich history and has been operating as a Thoroughbred breeding operation since 1974. Over the years Varsfontein has grown and is currently one of the largest producers of Thoroughbred racehorses in South Africa. Varsfontein Stud prides itself in quality bloodlines and over the years has built up a reputable broodmare band, not only from proven home-bred families but also new blood from fillies purchased locally or imported from Europe. The progeny of these mares are offered annually on various yearling sales, but a select few are retained to race in the red and white Varsfontein Silks. Pride of place is held by our resident stallions which have brought so much value to not only the farm itself, but to the South African Thoroughbred industry as a whole. The farm exudes a tranquil and beautiful atmosphere with flowing lawns stretching beneath old oak trees beside traditional Cape style buildings and stables. However, behind these peaceful scenes, our team are hard at work to ensure that top class racehorses are being produced and presented in a professional manner.
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Our Stallions

GIMMETHEGREENLIGHT (AUS)
by More Than Ready

ERIK THE RED (SAF)
by Captain Al

MASTER OF MY FATE (SAF)
by Jet Master
Recent News
WORLD SPORTS BETTING EAST CAPE DERBY (Listed) over 2400m at Fairview - won by...
WORLD SPORTS BETTING DAHLIA PLATE (Listed) over 1200m at Fairview - won by Varsfontein...
LEGAL EAGLE STAKES (Grade 3) over 1800m at Kenilworth - won by GARRIX (Vercingetorix -...
INDEPENDENT ON SATURDAY DRILL HALL STAKES (Grade 2) won by GLADATORIAN (Vercingetorix -...
THE INDEPENDENT ON SATURDAY INSIDER EAST COAST CUP (Listed) over 2000m at Greyville -...
TAB COLORADO KING STAKES (Grade 2) over 2000m at Turffontein - won by Varsfontein Stud...
TAB PROTEA STAKES (Grade 3) over 1100m at Turffontein - won by GREEN DIAMOND (by...
VARIETY CLUB MILE (Grade 3) won by GARRIX (by Vercingetorix - Makiwara by Smart Strike)...
UMZIMKHULU STAKES (Grade 3) won by GREEN SAPPHIRE (by Gimmethegreenlight - Sapphire Gem...
4RACING CARADOC GOLD CUP (Listed) won by Varsfontein Stud bred and owned MY SOUL MATE...