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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.
Happy New Year from all of us at Wetherby Racecourse! 🎉
Thank you for spending another fantastic year with us - on the track, in the stands, and celebrating so many unforgettable racedays.
Here’s to more racing, more memories, and an incredible 2026! 🏇
#WetherbyRaces #HappyNewYear
Jan 1
The year might be wrapping up… but our racing certainly isn’t!
Join us on Saturday, 10th January, for our spectacular William Hill Medieval Day! 🏰🐎
Tickets are on sale now for the Paddock Enclosure and Park and View 🎅
Alongside all the racing action, explore a full Living History encampment in the Paddock Enclosure - from medieval clothing and daily crafts to battle techniques, weapons displays, and majestic Birds of Prey. 🦅⚔️
Dec 30
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on Boxing Day and yesterday - what a way to wrap up the festive racing! 🏇
Our team are now taking a well-earned break to celebrate with friends and family.
We’ll be closed from Wednesday 31st December, and we’ll be back on Monday 5th December …, refreshed and ready to kick off the year with our upcoming @williamhill Medieval Raceday! 🛡️🐎
Thank you again for your incredible support this year. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon!
#WetherbyRaces #ClosingHours
Dec 28
He takes the William Hill Rowland Meyrick Handicap Steeple Chase 🙌🏼 KONFUSION loves Wetherby 🔥
Dec 27
A fantastic Boxing Day as we complete day one of our Yorkshire Christmas Meeting 🎁 🎄
Dec 27
Mick Easterby didn’t quite know what to do with our Christmas hat - so he didn’t give it back! Look out for him wearing it at the races 👀
Dec 26
It’s Boxing Day… and we’re RACING! 🏇🎅
Day One of the Yorkshire Christmas Meeting is here!
Tickets are still available online until 9:30 am (and yes - your e-ticket includes a free racecard).
Going to miss the cut-off? No stress - admissions and racecards can be bought at the turnstiles.
⏰ Gates: 10 am
🏇 First Race: 11.52 am
Today’s highlight: The @williamhill Rowland Meyrick Handicap Chase
Let’s make it a Boxing Day to remember!
#WetherbyRaces #YorkshireChristmasMeeting #FestiveFamilyFun #BoxingDayRaces #YorkshireEvents
Dec 26
Merry Christmas from all of us at Wetherby! 🎄✨
We hope your day is full of good food, good company, and plenty of festive cheer.
And if you weren’t good enough for the big man to leave you a raceday ticket… don’t worry, we’ve got you. 🎅
You can still purchase tickets online (availability to be confirmed) or pay by card at the turnstiles tomorrow.
(Plus, advance tickets come with a free racecard!)
See you tomorrow for The @williamhill Yorkshire Christmas Meeting!
Grab your tickets: link in bio.
#MerryChristmas #WetherbyRaces #YorkshireChristmasMeeting #FestiveFamilyFun #BoxingDayRaces
Dec 25
No plans for Boxing Day? You do now!
Our Yorkshire Christmas Meeting with @williamhill is nearly here - don’t miss the festive racing tradition of the year! 🏇✨
Tickets still available, buy now: 🔗 in bio.
#WetherbyRaces #YorkshireChristmasMeeting #FestiveFamilyFun #BoxingDayRaces #YorkshireEvents
Dec 24
Full information is available on our website. Link in bio. Advance and group discounts close 24hrs prior to the raceday. Email required to receive E-tickets. All advance bookings include a racecard. £2.00 to purchase on the day. Online sales close at 9.30am on day of racing. Paddock Enclosure available to purchase at the turnstiles on the day. Course Enclosure closed in June 2025. Park and View entry woth prebooked ticket only.#boxingdayracing #jumpracing #wetherbyracing
Dec 24
What’s your festive tradition? 🎄
Ours has to be the @williamhill Yorkshire Christmas Meeting, Christmas isn’t Christmas without it!
Grab your tickets for 26th & 27th December 🎟️✨
#WetherbyRaces #YorkshireChristmasMeeting #FestiveFamilyFun #BoxingDayRaces #YorkshireEvents
Dec 23
