John Shepherd (jockey)
| John Shepherd | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Jockey |
| Born | 9 October 1765 Malton, North Yorkshire |
| Died | 1848 Malton, North Yorkshire |
| Major racing wins | |
| Major races Epsom Derby (1806) St Leger (1797, 1801, 1814) | |
| Significant horses | |
| Lounger, Paris, Quiz, William | |
John Shepherd (9 October 1765 - 1848) was a four times British Classic-winning jockey and trainer. He was a pioneering Northern jockey, one of the few of his time to move south to Newmarket, the home of British horse racing and gain a reputation there.