Hi Ilka

First of all can I thank you again for your kind hospitality on Sunday when I was one of the people who visited you for a stable tour. Yours and Stephane's openness and honesty shone through and I appreciate the time you spent answering my many questions and showing us around the stables and training area's. It was a great insight into what happens behind the scenes in racing and it's a great credit to you both how hard you work and the genuine love and care you show the horses.

Can I ask when Ikigai will be racing again, did you say possibly in France this week? I would love to keep an eye on how she and the rest of your stable get on and now consider myself a real fan of your stable!

Thanks again and good luck.

Best wishes,

Andy

Dear Ilka

Just a short message to say a very big thank you to yourself and your husband for the wonderful hospitality you both showed us today.

Your stable yard is truly amazing, very beautiful. We both had a great day and really enjoyed listening to you both about your journey as a trainer.

If you are ever in Southwell racing and fancy a cuppa  you are very welcome to call in. Might even have some puppies here for you to cuddle!!

Best of luck for the future
Ann-Marie