YOU hear the name O’Callaghan and instantly think of Yeomanstown Stud, where world-class thoroughbreds have been produced for many years. But co-owner Annette has another impressive string to her bow as an owner of international event horses.

“All four of my sons (Peter, David, Guy and Robert) were in the Kildare Pony Club and they all represented their club on teams,” she told The Irish Field this week, describing how she found a love for eventing.