Bill was born on a farm at Kyogle (NSW) and although Bill grew up in a ‘non horsey’ family, he was encouraged to learn how to ride by his parents. Bill grew up in the north western NSW town of Werris Creek, where his parents were school teachers. As a teenager, Bill rode a big bay thoroughbred called “Surprise” and attended Werris Creek Horse and Rider Club and Quirindi Pony Club where he was a fun and enthusiastic competitor in all disciplines. Upon Bill’s completion of a two year Stud Management course he decided he wanted to give eventing a go. Levett, is also a protégé of 1960 Rome Olympic Gold medallist Neale Lavis, with Levett originally starting out with Neale to learn about racing.
Date of Birth: 29th March 1963
Age at Games: 51
Recent performances with Bill & Shannondale Titan
27th Badminton Horse Trials CCI4* 2014
16th Belton CIC3* 2014
1st Saumur CCI3* 2013
12th Belton CIC3* 2013
4th Burnham Market CIC3* 2013
Shannondale Titan
11 year old, bay, gelding
Owners: Clare, Anne & Mike Prentice & Bill Levett
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Sire: Limmerick
Dam: Rocklea
