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We are a full-service thoroughbred horse farm in the heart of the Bluegrass Region, minutes from the Bluegrass Airport and Keeneland Racecourse in Lexington, Kentucky. We invite you to share in the history, experience a glimpse of the thoroughbred industry, and interact with our horses. All tours MUST be booked in advance.
Visit us at Mill Ridge Farm, near iconic Keeneland Racetrack, and experience a farm renowned for raising and selling first class Thoroughbreds. Owner Alice Headley Chandler’s father, Hal Price Headley, was the main force in the founding of Keeneland, and the first President of what is considered one of the greatest racetracks in the world.
After his death in 1962, Alice inherited the land that would become Mill Ridge Farm. Just six years later she became the first woman to breed an Epsom Derby winner in SIR IVOR. Since the year 2000, Mill Ridge has raised and/or sold 39 Grade 1 winners including a Kentucky Derby winner, 9 Breeders’ Cup winners, 2 Horse of the Year Titleholders, and 2024 Preakness winner Seize the Grey.
Tour Information
Best for guests who want to touch a horse, are enthusiastic about carrots and want a well-rounded horse farm tour where they can learn more about the Thoroughbred business.
WHAT YOU'LL SEE: Mares & Foals + Yearlings + three Stallions, you may get hands-on too!
BEST FOR: All Ages + Kid-Friendly, curious, casual, and committed fans welcome
ON THE TOUR: You will be walking & standing, but you'll get a break as you caravan in your car to multiple stops
PLEASE NOTE: This tour requires guests to arrive and drive in their own vehicles. No Motorcycles or Rideshare options, i.e. Uber, Lyft or Public Taxi Services are unfortunately not allowed.
The tour kicks off in the breeding shed where you will gain an understanding of why this land is so uniquely suited for the Thoroughbred and learn the history of the Headley family and their involvement in the industry. From there, you will hop in your vehicles and follow the tour guide around the farm in a caravan. The group will then stop at different locations around the farm to interact with horses of varying ages. You'll be able to get up close and personal with friendly equine residents, and even feed them carrots! The tour ends back in the breeding shed with our resident stallions, OSCAR PERFORMANCE, Breeders Cup Juvenile Turf winner with racetrack earnings over $2.3 million and who currently holds the world record for the fastest mile on the turf, ALOHA WEST, Breeders' Cup Sprint winner with earnings on the racetrack over $1.5 million, and our newest stallion, CASA CREED, four-time Grade 1 winner and earner of $2.6 million!
We will be outdoors during the tour, so be sure to wear appropriate shoes and comfortable clothing that suits all weather!
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Farm tours may vary based on season.
Individual (12 years old and up): $30 per person + 15% service fee
Children (ages 2-12): $12 + 15% service fees
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Our tours last 90 minutes.
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No, for the safety of all animals, staff and guests please leave your pets at home.
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We do not offer a public restroom.
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No, all tour bookings must be made in advance.
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48 business hours notice is required if you would like to reschedule or receive a refund of your tour. Please contact Horse Country to cancel or reschedule your tour. 859-963-1004
FAQs
For additional questions, please call Visit Horse Country at (859) 963-1004
LOCATION
2800 Bowman Mill Rd
Lexington, KY 40513
What People Are Saying
“It was an experience we will never forget. HIGHLY recommend it.”
— Jim from Wisconsin
“Feeding the horses and getting to pet them was very exciting. Even had a foal let me pet and kiss his nose! My wife had never experienced any thing like it! We made some great memories!”
— Karen from Kentucky
“The private tour exceeded our expectations. Learning about the history, the love, the quality and the process at the farm was amazing coming from someone who’s not only a tour guide, but she’s also a client. Tia was so great in explaining things to our group, as we were newbies”
— Debbie from Boston
We have visited twice and it is
"hooves down" our favorite!.”
— Kathleen from Kentucky