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Discover the Heart of Horse Racing
Wetherby Racecourse is a premier destination for horse racing enthusiasts, where the thrilling thunder of hooves, the elegance of the powerful thoroughbred, and the excitement of competition come together in a grand spectacle.
The Racecourse
Our racecourse features a meticulously maintained left-handed racing track which is a little under 1 mile 4 furlongs around, mostly flat but with a slight incline in the home straight and to the winning post and a downhill run to the back-straight.
There are nine Steeplechase fences, four in the home straight and five down the back straight. The Hurdles’ course has six flights of hurdles, three in each straight. Flat races are run on the hurdles’ course, with a home straight of about half a mile.
Wetherby commence their Jump Season in mid-October, with the Opening Meeting followed very swiftly just two-weeks later by the two-day Charlie Hall Meeting, currently sponsored by bet365, which features the £100,000 Charlie Hall Steeplechase. Another highlight in the Wetherby fixture list is the two-day Yorkshire Christmas Meeting, sponsored by William Hill, which takes place on Boxing Day and 27th December. Jump racing continues into the New Year and Spring, coming to a close before Wetherby’s first Flat Meeting of the season which takes place on the Sunday Family Day fixture at the end of April. Wetherby will then race over the flat into June when the season ends.
We have been racing on our current site since 1891!
Horse racing in Wetherby first took place in an ‘organised’ fashion on land that is now the site of Wetherby Golf Club. In Easter 1891, racing was moved to land leased from Captain Montagu at Ingmanthorpe Hall, the site of the Racecourse today.
The Wetherby Steeplechase Committee Ltd was formed in 1920 and the company purchased the freehold of the Racecourse in 1953.
Flat racing began at Wetherby in 2015, which up to that point had been winter jump racing only.
Our Facilities
At Wetherby Racecourse, we are committed to making your visit comfortable and enjoyable. We offer a range of amenities, including:
- Grandstands with panoramic views of the racetrack.
- Luxury suites for an exclusive race day experience.
- A variety of dining options, from casual to gourmet, to satisfy your culinary cravings.
- A range of bars, serving hot and cold drinks, guaranteed to whet your whistle.
- Betting kiosks and shops with knowledgeable staff to help you navigate the world of wagering.
- A family-friendly atmosphere with activities for all ages, making it a perfect day out for the whole family.
Racing Industry
Our Racing Acquaintances
We work closely with the following organisations and authorities from within the Horseracing Industry.
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The British Horseracing Authority or BHA are the official governing body of British Horseracing.
The Racecourse Association or RCA are the trade association for the 59 Racecourses in Britain.
Great British Racing is the sport’s official marketing body, working with all of racing’s stakeholders.
Under contract to the 59 British racecourses, RBC is responsible for the administration of racecourse bookmakers and the conduct of on-course betting.
The warm up has begun! Tony the Pony is ready and raring to go to take on @jomason90 and the other Mascots in Sundays @mascotgoldcup 🏆
Tickets still available for an unforgettable raceday, book before midnight tonight for our best prices - link in bio 🏇
@goracinginyorkshire #mascotgoldcup @awc.modality.partnership @suerydercharity #familyday #daysoutyorkshire #wetherbyraces
Apr 25
⏰ 2-DAYS to go! ⏰ Join us for our annual 👨👩👦👦 FAMILY DAY 👨👩👦👦 on Sunday 27th April 2025.
Family Day features a host of fun additional activities for the family to enjoy alongside our first flat fixture of the season!
The day also features Yorkshire’s famous, and Guinness World Record holding, Mascot Gold Cup, a race for sports, company and charity mascots run over our final furlong!🎪🐑🚋🏰
Away from the track, the National Festival Circus will entertain visitors of all ages in its big top tent, while the kids can enjoy inflatables, racing and horse-themed crafts and more.
It’s the perfect day out for the whole family - come cheer on your favourite mascots and create lasting memories at Wetherby Racecourse.
Book your discounted tickets early and let the fun begin 😊
https://www.wetherbyracing.co.uk/fixtures/family-day/
Apr 25
🌞 Get ready for an unforgettable day this Sunny Sunday! 🌟
Join us on Sunday, 27th April for Family Raceday, where excitement meets fun! 🏇 Whether you`re a racing enthusiast or just looking for a fantastic family outing, this day has something for everyone.
🎟️ Event Highlights:
🕰️ Gates open at 11:30 am
🐎 First Race kicks off at 2:00 pm
🐻 Don’t miss the hilariously entertaining Mascot Gold Cup at 2:05 pm
🎉 And that`s not all! Enjoy additional entertainment in the Paddock Enclosure, where we are thrilled to announce that you can now bring your own picnics for the first time ever! 🍉🥪
📸 Share the Fun: Capture your favorite moments and tag us in your photos using #FamilyRacedayFun. We’d love to see your day at the races!
👨👩👧👦 Bring the Family: It’s the perfect opportunity to gather your loved ones for a day filled with thrilling races and laughter.
👉 Call to Action: Planning to join us? Why not invite your friends and family to spread the joy. Have questions or want to know more? Drop them in the comments, and we’ll be happy to help!
Let’s make this Sunnyday a day to remember. See you at the races! 🎉✨
Apr 24
Not long to go until Family Day here at Wetherby Races!
We are back with the much-loved Mascot Gold Cup.
Apr 20
No rest for the wicked! 🐎 Training continues over the bank holiday weekend for Tony the Pony ahead of the @mascotgoldcup on Sunday 27th April! @jomason90 what have you been up to?
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#mascotgoldcup @goracinginyorkshire @awc.modality.partnership @suerydercharity #familyday #daysoutyorkshire #wetherbyraces
Apr 19
@jomason90 @goracinginyorkshire the challenge is on! Tony the Pony will take you on in the @suerydercharity @mascotgoldcup on Sunday 27th April but can you guess who it is 👀
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#charityevent #mascotgoldcup #wetherbyraces
#familyday #daysoutyorkshire #daysoutwithkids #sueryder #wetherby #wetherbymums @awc.modality.partnership
Apr 17
💜 MEET TESS 💜
Tess is the newest member of the Wetherby Racecourse crew 🐶 At just 9 weeks old she is groundstaff Matt`s new pride and joy. She will be spending her days out on the track helping the lads to keep the Racecourse in top condition! We will make sure she comes into the office for regular treats and cuddles too!
#racing #racecourse #puppy #teamwork #wetherbyraces #yorkshire
Apr 7
🦆 Duck Update 🦆
She blends in well with the her surroundings, but she is still sat on her nest of eggs 🪺 How long do you reckon it`ll be until we have some little ducklings waddling around the course? 🐣
#wildlife #ducks #ducksnest #racing #horseracing #wetherby #venue #yorkshirevenue
Apr 3
The popular Mascot Gold Cup Race is back for 2025! 🐘🐧🦊🦁🐼🦓 Join us at our much-loved Family Day on Sunday 27th April 2025.
Join us for an exciting seven-race programme and the ever-popular Mascot Gold Cup—all in support of @suerydercharity.
Away from the track, the National Festival Circus will entertain visitors of all ages with three free to access shows throughout the day. The kids can also get involved in racing and horse-themed crafting and expel some energy on the inflatables. @nbhorsecharity will also be here with an ambassador horse that you can meet on the day.
It’s the perfect day out for the whole family - come cheer on your favourite mascots and create lasting memories at Wetherby Racecourse.
There really is something for all ages 🙌
So, book in advance for your discounted tickets. **UNDER 18`s GO FREE with an accompanying adult😊
Book Now - https://tickets.wetherbyracing.co.uk/sales/fixtures/sunday-27-april-2025/family-day
Apr 2
UNCLAIMED RAFFLE PRIZES 🏆
We have some unclaimed prizes from the @yorkshirebtc raffle on Friday. If you think you may have a winning ticket please email a picture of your ticket, quoting the reference below the winning number, to - info@wetherbyracing.co.uk.
Mar 31
Wear A Hat Day is here! Join us for an afternoon of jump racing action🏇
Don your best or maybe your wackiest hat to support @brain_Tumour_research and @yorkshirebtc.
Spot prizes will be given out to the best hats 🎩 We also have a fabulous on-course raffle to raise funds for @yorkshirebtc.
⏰ Gates Open: 11.30am
🏇 First Race: 2.00pm
General Admission Tickets are available to purchase online until 10:00am - 🎟️ Ticket link in bio
Mar 28
