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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 Colleagues
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.
Our team is prepared and ready to welcome you back for the first meeting of the season. 🏇
We’re proud to begin with our Opening Meeting supporting @spinalresearch, an event that means a great deal to us. 💙
Will you be joining us at Wetherby to start the season? We look forward to seeing you there.
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Oct 10
Only 1 week to go until the bell rings in our Parade Ring once again!! 📅
The Opening Meeting is the perfect start to the season - thrilling racing, a great atmosphere, and supporting an incredible cause, @spinalresearch.
🎟 Advance tickets available until Monday 13th October at 11:59pm.
Don’t miss it: link in bio!
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Oct 8
On Wednesday, 15th October, we open our 2025/26 Jump Season with a day that means so much to us - The Opening Meeting supporting @spinalresearch 💙
Jump racing is the Original Extreme Sport - full of thrill, passion, and bravery - but with it comes risk. Sadly, spinal cord injuries are a reality faced by some jockeys and riders, changing lives in an instant.
That’s why this day matters. Together with Spinal Research, the UK’s leading charity funding groundbreaking medical research, we’re helping raise vital awareness and funds to bring hope to those living with paralysis. Every ticket sold, every cheer trackside, plays a part in moving closer to life-changing treatments.
Join us for a powerful day of racing, community, and purpose 🏇✨
Get your tickets here: link in bio.
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Oct 3
Two weeks to go!🐎
The wait is nearly over… Jump Racing returns to Wetherby with the Original Extreme Sport on Wednesday, 15th October.
We’re proud to once again support @spinalresearch for their 35th annual Northern Charity Raceday. 💙
Secure your spot today: link in bio!
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Oct 1
Have you heard the news? 🎉
Top equestrian, @saffroncresswellofficial, will be joining us at Wetherby as Guest Speaker in the @spinalresearch Marquee. She will be joined by other leading names from racing and eventing, including @ros_canter_eventing and former Grand National-winning Jockey, Graham Lee.
We’re absolutely delighted to welcome her as our guest speaker at this year’s Wetherby Race Day.
It’s set to be an unforgettable day of thrilling racing, fine dining, auctions, and above all, hope as we come together to raise vital funds in support of Spinal Research’s mission to cure paralysis. 💙
Find out more and secure your tickets today.
We can’t wait to share this special day with you!
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Sep 30
Less than a month to go!
The Opening Meeting of the 2025/26 Jump Season is almost here - and we can’t wait to welcome you back. 🏇
Jump Racing, the Original Extreme Sport, returns to Wetherby on Wednesday, 15th October, as we proudly support @spinalresearch for their 35th annual Northern Charity Raceday. 💙
- Discount pricing ends at 11:59 pm on Monday, 13th October
- General Admission closes at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 15th October
(Card payments only at the turnstiles on the day)
Don’t miss the start of another thrilling season with us - get your tickets today!
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Sep 26
Jump racing is back at Wetherby - and we’re ready to make this season the best yet! 🏇✨
We’re kicking things off with The Opening Meeting, in support of @spinalresearch, and we’d love for you to join us.
📅 Gates open: 11:15 am
🏁 First race: 1:43 pm
🏆 Last race: 4:50 pm
We can’t wait to welcome you for a fantastic day at the races - see you soon!
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Sep 24
🎟️ TICKETS ON SALE 🎟️
Tickets for our October and November fixtures are now live on our website! Book in advance to secure the best price and remember, all tickets booked in advance receive a complimentary racecard on the day 📖
Book Now - Link in bio
Jul 1
Set your alarms! ⏰🎟️Tickets go on sale tomorrow at 10am for our October and November racedays!
🏇 Wednesday 15th October - The Opening Meeting supporting @spinalresearch
🏇 Friday 31st October - The @bet365 Meeting Day One
🏇 Saturday 1st November - The @bet365 Meeting Day Two, featuring the Charlie Hall Chase
🏇 Saturday 15th November - The Peak Cap & Pearls Raceday
🏇 Wednesday 26th November - Community Raceday
Make sure you don`t miss out on the action - book in advance to secure our BEST ticket prices.
Jun 30
It`s not long until tickets go on sale for the start of our 2025/26 Season.
If you still haven`t decided what fixture you will attend on, what are you waiting for! 🏇 Visit our website to see our upcoming fixture highlights - link in bio
Jun 29
The racing industry is coming together to celebrate the people that make racing happen. If you attend as an owner at Wetherby, Elissa and Rachel will welcome you to the course for the start of a fantastic days racing!
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Jun 26
We are supporting #RacingStaffWeek. Behind every raceday there is a huge team of individuals working hard. Our security team are one of the biggest on a raceday and we couldn`t do what we do without them.
@racingwelfare | @constantsecurityltd
#RSW2025 #WeAreRacing
Jun 25
