Why has Wetherby Races been Cancelled?

Why has Wetherby Races been Cancelled?

A racecourse in West Yorkshire has cancelled a meeting on Wednesday due to flooding. Chief executive of Wetherby racecourse Jonjo Sanderson had hoped there was a “slim chance” the meeting would take place. Mr Sanderson said it was the fourth time the course had flooded in 2012. …

How many race meetings are there in York?

The twelve York racedays that sit within “step 4” (currently 21st June) are now available to book in advance. This means July, August, September and October racedays, including the Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival.

Does Whitby have racecourse?

The town had its own racecourse which first held a two day meeting on Tuesday 28th and Wednesday 29th June 1842. This racecourse is covered in Volume 1 of Racecourses Here Today and Gone Tomorrow.

What tier is Wetherby Racecourse in?

Following announcements on 17th December, Wetherby Racecourse remains under Tier 3 restrictions.

Who owns York Racecourse?

York Racecourse Knavesmire LLP
York Racecourse

A view of the Ebor stand at York Racecourse
Location York, North Yorkshire
Owned by York Racecourse Knavesmire LLP
Screened on Racing TV
Course type Flat

How many days is the Ebor meeting?

four
The Ebor Festival is a four-day race meeting held at York Racecourse in York, England, each August.

Which Yorkshire racecourse has a straight mile?

Redcar
In 1879 the Racing Correspondent from Bailey’s Magazine (the racing paper of the day) visited the Racecourse and described the course as having a ‘pretty stand, convenient business offices, a straight mile, and good going’. This publicity put Redcar on the racing map.

Was there a racecourse in Scarborough?

SCARBOROUGH RACECOURSE. The Yorkshire seaside resort of Scarborough first held races on Monday 19th July 1728 when the results were recorded in Baily’s Racing Register. It was not until 1867 that the races moved from the precarious beach surface to a purposely laid out grass track.

Where can I find information about horse racing in the UK?

Racing Fixtures – The leading resource on British horse racing, with fixtures, news and local information for all UK racecourses. The 2021 Fixture List has now been published in part, with the months from January to April confirmed and the majority of the fixtures through the remainder of the year scheduled, but subject to change.

How many racecourses are there in Yorkshire?

There are nine Yorkshire racecourses – Beverley, Catterick, Doncaster, Pontefract, Redcar, Ripon, Thirsk, Wetherby and York. Our nine courses host 180 days of racing throughout the year, from the pure adrenaline of championship races to the relaxed informality of our family days. For all of the latest news, listen to our weekly podcast.

What is Gogo racing in Yorkshire?

Go Racing In Yorkshire is the marketing organisation of Yorkshire’s nine racecourses, working with them and independently to promote racing in our great county. 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm Redcar Flat Race feat. Two Year Old Trophy Redcar Racecourse

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