Colin Brown (born 16 August 1955) is a former National Hunt jockey in the UK, best known for his association with the famous steeplechaser Desert Orchid.
He rode Desert Orchid in more than half his races,[1] a total of 42 starts, winning 17 times.
Many of Brown's successes were achieved through his association with Desert Orchid's trainer, David Elsworth.
He also partnered the 1988 Grand National winner, Rhyme 'n' Reason, to victory in the Mildmay Cazalet Memorial Chase at Sandown Park three months before his win at Aintree Racecourse.
Brown retired as a jockey after riding at the Cheltenham Festival on 17 March 1988.