Severe bruises found on his legs led to an investigation, supported by the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, which resulted in the discovery of more individuals who were reportedly beaten by two foremen and Tom Taylor.

The foremen was found guilty of assault and Tom Taylor was acquitted due to the Master and Servant Act that allowed for corporal discipline and insufficient evidence.

[4] Manton Stables were considered one of Britain's "most famous and prestigious training facilities" and were described as: The buildings possess a singularly attractive and quiet beauty.

On his return to England he set up a thoroughbred stud which produced Bayardo, Lemberg, Kennymore, Gay Crusadwe, and Gainsborough, all Classic Winners from Manton.

From the proceeds of success, Alec Taylor purchased adjoining farms as they became available, one being named 'Bayardo' after 1909 St Leger winner.

Few juvenile victories figure in the stable's roll of honour as Taylor treated his two-year-olds as little more than infants and generally preferred them to mature before being raced or even trained hard.

[3] In 1921 Taylor won for him The Oaks with Love in Idleness[1] and the Grand Prix de Paris with Lemonora,[5] both ridden by Joe Childs.