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Ellen is the daughter of Carol and Stephen Whitaker, and the niece of international riders John and Michael. As a member of the famous Whitaker “show jumping” family, she was born with the sport in her blood.
Ellen grew up on the family farm near Barnsley in South Yorkshire where she began to ride as a toddler. She still lives there today with her parents, her brothers, Joe, Thomas and Donald and her dog Lucy.
In 2007, Ellen represented Great Britain in the European Championships and helped Britain to qualify for the Olympics after jumping triple clear. Ellen has enjoyed multiple successes throughout her career including winning the Hickstead Speed Derby, HOYS Show Jumper of the Year and the HOYS Speed Derby and Puissance.
In 2014 Ellen gave birth to her first child Harry and has now returned to the circuit campaigning a host of talented young horses – watch this space!
To keep up to date with Ellen’s progress and results make sure you check out her Facebook Page
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