The Hunter Chase Planner 2025

Military Amateur Riders’ Races

SANDOWN PARK

Second January Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY, JANUARY 24TH

Army Sport Grand Military Gold Cup Day

Rating for qualifcation published January 14th

Weights published January 19th

Entries must be made by noon January 18th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00am January 22nd

To Close on January 18th

THE QUEEN ELIZABETH THE QUEEN MOTHER MILITARY

AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £10000

Distributed in accordance with Stakes and Prize Money Code £4967 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2485, the third £1241, the fourth £622 and the ffth £310 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115

(also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions) about TWO MILES (1m 7f 216yds)

Enter by noon, January 18th and pay £50 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run

Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 22nd

Penalties, after January 11th, 2025, for each hurdle race won......7lb

To be ridden by past or present members of the Armed Forces or Reserve Forces of any country, being Military Amateur Jockeys. Eligibility of Jockeys to be determined by the Grand Military Race Committee.

A Challenge Cup, in memory of J. F. Charles Manning Esq, to be held by the winning owner until January 1st 2026. A Challenge Cup, in memory of Lieutenant-Colonel E. B. Studd, to be held by the winning rider until January 1st 2026. This race may be permitted to divide 22 FSL15

SANDOWN PARK

Second February Meeting, 2025 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH

Castel Royal Artillery Gold Cup Day

To Close on February 7th

THE ROYAL ARTILLERY GOLD CUP (CLASS 3) (A STEEPLE CHASE FOR MILITARY AMATEUR JOCKEYS)

Total prize fund £15000

Distributed in accordance with Stakes and Prize Money Code £7333 to the winning horse

The second to receive £3666, the third £1833, the fourth £916, the ffth £459 and the sixth £229 for six yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130

the property of offcers or other ranks now serving, or who have served in the Royal Artillery or the spouse, widows or widowers thereof, or of recognised Royal Artillery Establishments or Units registered under Rule (E)58. All leases including Single Day Leases to persons listed above will qualify the lessee to satisfy the ownership conditions about THREE MILES (3m 37yds)

Enter by noon, February 7th and pay £75 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 11th

Weights: 12st each

after July 31st, 2023, a winner of a Class 3 steeple chase.

Of a Class 1 or Class 2 steeple chase.

NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above To be ridden by past or present members of the Armed Forces or Reserve Forces of any country, or the spouse, child or grandchild of those qualifed to enter, being Military Amateur Jockeys. Owners who put up a serving gunner jockey will receive a bonus payment of £400.

A Challenge Cup presented by Mrs Kingsley Willett, to be held by the winning owner until February 1st, 2026.

The frst rider past the post who is a serving member of the Royal Regiment of Artillery will be presented with the Brigadier Ron Holman Challenge Cup, to be held until February 1st, 2026.

The winning rider will receive a trophy.

A prize of £50 will be given by the Royal Artillery Steeple Chase Committee to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Regulation 34 so that running in this race will not affect a horse’s eligibility for Point-to-Points.

If qualifed, privately trained horses may run in this race under Rule (C)1.

(i.e. Horses are not required to be ‘in training’ and may continue to run in Point-to-Points after this race).

Owners must state the Regiment in which they are serving or have served and the dates.

Eligibility of riders to be determined by the Royal Artillery Steeple Chase Committee.

SANDOWN PARK

Second January Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY, JANUARY 24TH

Army Sport Grand Military Gold Cup Day

Rating for qualifcation published January 14th

Weights published January 19th

Entries must be made by noon January 18th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00am January 22nd To Close on January 18th

THE GRAND MILITARY GOLD CUP (CLASS 3) (A STEEPLE CHASE FOR MILITARY AMATEUR JOCKEYS) (Sponsored by Army Sport)

Total prize fund £15000

Distributed in accordance with Stakes and Prize Money Code £7333 to the winning horse

The second to receive £3666, the third £1833, the fourth £916, the ffth £459 and the sixth £229 for six yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 about THREE MILES (3m 37yds)

Enter by noon, January 18th and pay £75 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 22nd

Weights: 12st each Mares

Penalties, after July 31st, 2023, a winner of a Class 3 steeple chase

Of a Class 1 or Class 2 steeple chase

NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above

To be ridden by past or present members of the Armed Forces or Reserve Forces of any country, being Military Amateur Jockeys Army Sport has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and jockey.

A Challenge Cup, in memory of the late General Sir Richard McCreery, is to be held by the winning jockey until February 1st, 2026.

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Regulation 34 so that running in this race will not affect a horse’s eligibility for Point-to-Points. If qualifed, privately trained horses may run in this race under Rule (C)1.

(i.e. Horses are not required to be ‘in training’ and may continue to run in Point-to-Points after this race).

Eligibility of jockeys to be determined by the Grand Military Race Committee.

WINCANTON

First April Meeting, 2025 SUNDAY, APRIL 13TH

Rating for qualifcation published April 1st

Weights published April 8th

Entries must be made by noon April 7th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00am April 11th To Close on April 7th

THE MCCREERY MILITARY FORCES AMATEUR JOCKEYS’

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

(for Military Amateur Jockeys)

Total prize fund £7750

Distributed in accordance with Stakes and Prize Money Code £3526 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1764, the third £881, the fourth £441 and the ffth £220 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 3f 179yds)

Enter by noon, April 7th and pay £35 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th

Penalties, after April 12th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

To be ridden by past or present members of the Armed Forces or Reserve Forces of any country. Riders available. For support attracting riders, contact Clerk of the Course Tom Ryall. Amateur Jockeys Wincanton has generously sponsored the best turned out prize, which will be transferred to the groom responsible for the best turned out horse. This race may be permitted to divide

Index To Hunters’ Steeple Chases

Novice and Maiden Hunter Chases

Hunter Chases

Point To Point Bumpers

AINTREE

May (Evening) Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 16TH

All races to be run over the Mildmay Course Entries must be made by noon May 10th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 14th TO CLOSE ON MAY 10th

THE PENDLE CAPITAL “POINT-TO-POINT” BUMPER STANDARD

NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 3) (AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £8500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4422 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2033, the third £1016, the fourth £508, the ffth £254 and the sixth £126 for four, fve and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except the “Point-to-Point” Bumper staged at Exeter in March 2025, and after October 2023 and before May 10th, 2025, have, on at least one occasion, fnished frst, second or third in a Point-to-Point Flat race or any category of Maiden Point-to-Point steeple chase staged in Great Britain

TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2m 209yds)

Enter by noon, May 10th and pay £42 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th

Weights: 4-y-o........11st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o

Fillies and mares allowed

Penalties, a winner of a race

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who have ridden in a Point-to-Point Steeple Chase in Great Britain during the current Point-to-Point season PENDLE CAPITAL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - Horses will be protected from elimination in order of number of wins gained in Point-to-Point races during the current Point-to-Point season. Should it be necessary to eliminate some but not all horses with the same profle, random balloting will apply.

PLEASE NOTE: For the purposes of Trainer’s licences and Trainer’s permits, this race will be treated as a Hunters’ Steeple Chase.

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Regulation 34 so that running in this race will not affect a horse’s eligibility for Point-to-Points.

If qualifed, privately trained horses may run in this race under Rule (C)1 (as modifed). (i.e. Horses are not required to be ‘in training’ and may continue to run in Point-to-Points after this race).

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Rule (C)1 and Schedule (F)8 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race.

Hunter Chases

TAUNTON

First January Meeting, 2025

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8TH

Entries must be made by noon January 2nd

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. January 6th TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 2nd

THE GEOFFREY BOSLEY

‘TALLY

HO’ OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS

Total prize fund £6599

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3387 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1693, the third £846 and the fourth £423 for fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 5f 150yds)

Enter by noon, January 2nd and pay £32 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 6th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up............................................................................................11st

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .........................................................................

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

MRS PAM BOSLEY has kindly sponsored this race in memory of her husband Geoffrey and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize of £50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in the race.

KELSO

January Meeting, 2025

SUNDAY, JANUARY 12TH

Entries must be made by noon January 6th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. January 10th

TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 6th

THE CHURCH HOUSE INVESTMENTS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £6600

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3387 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1694, the third £846 and the fourth £423 for fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 7f 96yds)

Enter by noon, January 6th and pay £33 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 10th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 4lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 2 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

LUDLOW CLUB

Second January Meeting, 2025

THURSDAY, JANUARY 16TH

Entries must be made by noon January 10th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. January 14th TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 10th

THE JUMPING FOR FUN OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2566 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321 for fve yrs old and upwards

about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds)

Enter by noon, January 10th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 14th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 4lb; 6-y-o and up............................................................................................11st

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys JUMPING FOR FUN have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

WARWICK

Second January Meeting, 2025

MONDAY, JANUARY 20TH

Entries must be made by noon January 14th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. January 18th

TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 14th

THE WILLOUGHBY DE BROKE OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 6)

Total prize fund £4000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2053 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1026, the third £513 and the fourth £256 for fve yrs old and upwards

about THREE MILES (3m)

Enter by noon, January 14th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 18th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 4lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

The Willoughby de Broke Trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until January 1st the following year. The Racecourse have generously sponsored this race and will present a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out.

HEREFORD

Second January Meeting, 2025

MONDAY, JANUARY 27TH

Entries must be made by noon January 21st

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. January 25th

TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 21st

THE GET RACEDAY READY OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2566 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321 for fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 194yds)

Enter by noon, January 21st and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 25th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up............................................................................................11st

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

The Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out.

WINCANTON

Third January Meeting, 2025

THURSDAY, JANUARY 30TH

Entries must be made by noon January 24th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. January 28th

TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 24th

THE STEWART TORY MEMORIAL OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3228 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1615, the third £806, the fourth £404 and the ffth £201 for fve yrs old and upwards

THREE MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONGS (3m 1f 30yds)

Enter by noon, January 24th and pay £32 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 28th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 4lb; 6-y-o and

Mares

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

MR TORY has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

The Challenge Trophy, presented by the FAMILY OF THE LATE STEWART TORY, is to be held by the winning owner until next January.

WETHERBY

First February Meeting, 2025

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST

Entries must be made by noon January 27th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. January 30th

TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 27th

THE JOIN THE VICKERS CUSTOMER RACING CLUB

OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2566 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321 for six yrs old and upwards

about THREE MILES (3m 45yds)

Enter by noon, January 27th and pay £25 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed ...................................................................................................................................................

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

Note: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys Vickers.Bet will present a memento to the winning owner.

LUDLOW

Attwood February Meeting, 2025

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH

Entries must be made by noon January 30th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 3rd TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 30th

THE JUMPING FOR FUN CHASE MEREDITH MEMORIAL OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £6600

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3387 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1694, the third £846 and the fourth £423 for six yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than three steeple chases

about THREE MILES (2m

7f 171yds)

Enter by noon, January 30th and pay £30 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 3rd

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed ...................................................................................................................................................

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

Note: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys JUMPING FOR FUN have generously contributed towards the prize money and they will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out horse in this race

The CHASE MEREDITH MEMORIAL TROPHY, a Silver model of a Fox, will be held by the winning owner until December 31st 2025 18

FFOS LAS

First February Meeting, 2025

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH

Entries must be made by noon January 31st

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 4th

TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 31st

THE BETTING.BET FREE MEMBERS CLUB OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £7000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3593 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1796, the third £898 and the fourth £449 for fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 5f 110yds)

Enter by noon, January 31st and pay £35 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 4th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

Note: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

The sponsors will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

BANGOR-ON-DEE

First February Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH

Entries must be made by noon February 1st

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 5th

TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 1st

THE JOHN HEWITT MEMORIAL OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £8000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3973 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1988, the third £992, the fourth £497 and the ffth £248 for six yrs old and upwards about THREE MILES (3m

30 yds)

Enter by noon, February 1st and pay £40 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 5th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .........................................................................

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

Golden Sunset Holidays has kindly sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner trainer and jockey. Also £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

The John Hewitt Memorial Trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be returned to the racecourse by 1st February 2026.

LEICESTER

First February Meeting, 2025

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH

Entries must be made by noon February 7th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 11th

TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 7th

THE JUMPING FOR FUN DICK SAUNDERS NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2980 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1491, the third £744, the fourth £373 and the ffth £186 for novice six yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 151yds)

Enter by noon, February 7th and pay £30 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 11th

Weights: 12st each

Mares allowed

Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .........................................................................

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

The Dick Saunders Challenge Trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be returned by February 1st, 2026.

NOTE: For the year 2025, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defned as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2024.

FAKENHAM

February Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH

Entries must be made by noon February 8th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 12th

TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 8th

THE WILLIAM BULWER LONG MEMORIAL OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £4750

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2438 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1219, the third £609 and the fourth £304 for fve yrs old and upwards

about THREE MILES (3m 38yds)

Free Entry by noon, February 8th Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 12th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunter Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

MRS W. H. BULWER-LONG has kindly contributed towards the prize money for this race & will also present the perpetual Challenge Trophy. A £50 cash prize will be given to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specifed under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered.

This race forms part of the Fakenham Double Up Bonus. Full details to be found at https://www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk/racing/owners-trainers/

HAYDOCK PARK

February Meeting, 2025

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH

Entries must be made by noon February 10th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 13th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 10th

THE WALRUS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

Total prize fund £16500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £8469 to the winning horse

The second to receive £4235, the third £2116 and the fourth £1059 for fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS, Lancashire Course (2m 6f 54yds)

Enter by noon, February 10th and pay £82 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 13th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up............................................................................................11st

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse.

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Schedule (B)3 Paragraphs 24 and 26 for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualifed to run if they are qualifed in Ireland and have a Hunters Certifcate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled.

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Schedule (F)8 for the purposes of this race such that Paragraph 17.2.4 of Part J also includes all Point-to-Point Steeple Chases run in Ireland.

TAUNTON

Second February Meeting, 2025

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18TH

Entries must be made by noon February 12th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 16th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 12th

THE JUMPING FOR FUN OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6599

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3277 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1639, the third £818, the fourth £410 and the ffth £204

for fve yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than three steeple chases TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2m 7f 3yds)

Enter by noon, February 12th and pay £32 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 16th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up............................................................................................

Mares

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

Note: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

LEICESTER

Second February Meeting, 2025

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH

Entries must be made by noon February 19th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 23rd

TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 19th

THE JUMPING FOR FUN OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

Total prize fund £15000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7450 to the winning horse

The second to receive £3727, the third £1861, the fourth £933 and the ffth £465 for six yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 151yds)

Enter by noon, February 19th and pay £75 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 23rd

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .........................................................................

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Schedule (F)8 for the purposes of this race such that paragraph 17.2.4 of Part J also includes all Point-to-Point Steeple Chases run in Ireland.

LEICESTER

Second February Meeting, 2025

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH

Entries must be made by noon February 19th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 23rd

TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 19th

THE QUORN MAIDEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2980 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1491, the third £744, the fourth £373 and the ffth £186

for maiden six yrs old and upwards, which have fnished frst, second, third or fourth in a British Point-to-Point steeple chase

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 25yds)

Enter by noon, February 19th and pay £30 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 23rd

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

WINCANTON

Second February Meeting, 2025

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26TH

Entries must be made by noon February 20th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 24th

CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 20th

THE DICK AND SUE WOODHOUSE MEMORIAL HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (FOR THE DICK WOODHOUSE TROPHY)

Total prize fund £6500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3228 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1615, the third £806, the fourth £404 and the ffth £201 for fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 35yds)

Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £32 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 24th

Weights:

Mares

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

A Challenge Trophy, kindly presented by MRS J. ABBOT, to be held by the winning owner until next February.

MRS ABBOT will also present a memento to the winning jockey. A prize will be transferred to the groom responsible for the best turned out horse

SOUTHWELL

Second March Meeting, 2025

MONDAY, MARCH 3RD

Entries must be made by noon February 25th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 1st TO

CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 25th

THE JUMPING FOR FUN OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2483 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1242, the third £620, the fourth £311 and the ffth £155 for fve yrs old and upwards about

THREE MILES (3m 60yds)

Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £25 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up............................................................................................

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

The sponsors of this race will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

CATTERICK BRIDGE

March Meeting, 2025

WEDNESDAY,

MARCH 5TH

Entries must be made by noon February 27th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 3rd

TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 27th

THE POINTING POINTERS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2566 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321 for fve yrs old and upwards

THREE MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (3m 1f 54yds)

Enter by noon, February 27th and pay £20 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 3rd

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

THE JUMPING FOR FUN FORUM MEMBERS have generously sponsored this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

Mares allowed

LEICESTER

March Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY, MARCH 7TH

Entries must be made by noon March 1st

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 5th

TO CLOSE ON MARCH 1st

THE LEICESTERSHIRE AND DERBYSHIRE YEOMANRY

OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2980 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1491, the third £744, the fourth £373 and the ffth £186 for fve yrs old and upwards about TWO MILES (1m 7f 201yds)

Enter by noon, March 1st and pay £30 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 5th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .........................................................................

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

CARLISLE

First March Meeting, 2025 SUNDAY, MARCH 9TH

Entries must be made by noon March 3rd

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 7th

TO CLOSE ON MARCH 3rd

THE CARLISLE OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2566 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321 for fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 198yds)

Enter by noon, March 3rd and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 7th

Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up...........................................................................................11st

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

STRATFORD-ON-AVON

The Sky Bet Season Opener, 2025

MONDAY, MARCH 10TH

Entries must be made by noon March 4th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 8th TO CLOSE ON MARCH 4th

THE SERVICE WITH A SMILE ONCOURSE BOOKMAKERS NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £4800

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2463 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1232, the third £615 and the fourth £308 for novice fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 205yds)

Enter by noon, March 4th and pay £23 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th

Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase .............................................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

The Racecourse Executive has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. The Credit Call Cup will be presented and then retained by the Racecourse.

NOTE: For the year 2025, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defned as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2024.

CHELTENHAM

THE FESTIVAL MEETING, 2025

FRIDAY, MARCH 14TH

(NEW COURSE)

Entries must be made by noon March 8th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 12th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 25th

THE ST. JAMES’S PLACE FESTIVAL CHALLENGE CUP OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2)

Total prize fund £50000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £24445 to the winning horse

The second to receive £12220, the third £6110, the fourth £3055, the ffth £1530 and the sixth £765 for fve yrs old and upwards, which, are qualifed to run in Hunters’ Steeple Chases under the Running Requirements Code and which, after September 2022, and before February 24th, 2025, have been placed FIRST OR SECOND ON TWO OCCASIONS in a hunters’ steeple chase in Great Britain or Ireland OR have WON TWO OPEN STEEPLE CHASES at Point-to-Point Meetings (i.e. Gentlemens, Ladies or Mixed Open Races) in Great Britain or Ireland OR have WON ONE OPEN STEEPLE CHASE at a Point-to-Point Meeting in Great Britain or Ireland and have been placed FIRST or SECOND in a hunters’ steeple chase

THREE MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 2f 70yds)

Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £60 stake Confrm by noon, March 8th and pay £190 Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th

Weights: 5-y-o............11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 12st Mares allowed 7lb

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

The Amateur Riders referred to above shall be Category B’ Amateur Jockeys or ‘Category C’ Qualifed Riders ST. JAMES’S PLACE WEALTH MANAGEMENT has generously sponsored this race. The Challenge Cup is to be held by the winning owner until February 1st, next year.

Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff responsible for the winning horse, and a £200 award given to the member of racing staff judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of ST. JAMES’S PLACE.

The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code.

(This will apply whether or not the horse is subsequently declared a non-runner, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.)

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed paragraph 16 of the Running Requirements Code for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualifed to run if they are qualifed in Ireland and have a Hunters Certifcate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled.

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Rule (I) 10 and the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) of the Rules of Racing to provide that, if it is necessary to do so, elimination of horses from this race will be determined by the BHA Handicapper.

PLEASE NOTE: If more than 24 horses are declared to run in this race and elimination is necessary, priority will be given to horses which have run in Steeple Chases and Hunters’ Steeple Chases under the Rules of Racing. With this in mind, it is strongly recommended that horses qualifying to run in this race through Point-to-Points should also run in a Steeple Chase or Hunters’ Steeple Chase prior to the six-day Confrmation stage, in order to avoid elimination.

The BHA Handicapper will, however, reserve the right to guarantee a place in the line-up for a maximum of one ‘wild card’ runner, should he wish to do so. The decision of the BHA Head Handicapper shall be fnal.

PLEASE NOTE: Any horse for whom a confrmation of entry has been submitted will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fxed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at this year’s Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (This will apply whether subsequently declared a non-runner or not, unless the horse has been eliminated from a race, or declared as a reserve and not been made a non-runner.)

A Confrmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for which Medical Records are not submitted to the BHA by 3rd March, 2025 with a further update to be submitted by 6.00pm on the day before the race.

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FAKENHAM

March Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY, MARCH 14TH

Entries must be made by noon March 8th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 12th

TO CLOSE ON MARCH 8th

THE QUEENS CUP GRASSROOTS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (For the Queen’s Cup)

Total prize fund £4750

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2438 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1219, the third £609 and the fourth £304 for fve yrs old and upwards, which, after 2022, have run in a British Point-to-Point steeple chase about THREE MILES

(3m 38yds)

Free Entry by noon, March 8th

Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 12th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

A best turned out prize of £50 will be awarded for this race. The family of the late Robert Hoare will present the winning owner with the Perpetual Challenge Silver Fox Trophy.

SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specifed under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. This race forms part of the Fakenham Double Up Bonus. Full details to be found at https://www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk/racing/owners-trainers/

EXETER

Second March Meeting, 2025

TUESDAY, MARCH 18TH

Entries must be made by noon March 12th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 16th

TO CLOSE ON MARCH 12th

THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN RACES LTD NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2566 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321 for novice fve yrs old and upwards

about

THREE MILES (3m 54yds)

Enter by noon, March 12th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 16th

Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase .............................................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

In addition to the prize money, a prize will be presented to groom responsible for the best turned out horse.

NOTE: For the year 2025, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defned as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2024.

LUDLOW CLUB

CAVALIER CENTRE RACE DAY, 2025

CHARITY

RACE DAY

THURSDAY, MARCH 20TH

Entries must be made by noon March 14th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 18th TO CLOSE ON MARCH 14th

THE SAMCO AND PRB HORSEBOXES OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

(for The Ludlow Gold Cup)

Total prize fund £6600

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3387 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1694, the third £846 and the fourth £423 for fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds)

Enter by noon, March 14th and pay £30 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 18th

Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NOTE: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

SAMCO AND PRB HORSEBOXES

have generously supported the prize fund for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

THE LUDLOW GOLD CUP

to be held by the winning owner until December 31st, 2024.

NEWBURY

Second March Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY, MARCH 21ST

Entries must be made by noon March 15th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 19th

TO CLOSE ON MARCH 15th

THE LENGTHEN THE ODDS AT BetVictor OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3336 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1668, the third £833 and the fourth £417 for six yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 7f 86yds)

Enter by noon, March 15th and pay £32 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed ...................................................................................................................................................

Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NOTE: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys BetVictor has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will give a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

FAKENHAM

First April Meeting, 2025 TUESDAY, APRIL 1ST

Entries must be made by noon March 26th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 30th

TO CLOSE ON MARCH 26th

THE JUMPING FOR FUN “GRASSROOTS” MAIDEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

(for The Turner Trophy)

Total prize fund £4750

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2438 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1219, the third £609 and the fourth £304 for maiden fve yrs old and upwards, which after 2022, have started in a Point-to-Point steeple chase in Great Britain about THREE MILES (3m 38yds)

Free Entry by noon, March 26th

Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 30th

Weights: 5-y-o............11st 12lb; 6-y-o and up................................................................................................

Mares allowed

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

THE TURNER FAMILY has very generously provided a Perpetual Challenge Trophy, which is presented to the winning owner but retained at Fakenham Racecourse. A memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specifed under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. This race forms part of the Fakenham Double Up Bonus. Full details to be found at https://www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk/racing/owners-trainers/

KEMPTON PARK

First April Meeting, 2025

TUESDAY, APRIL 1ST

Entries must be made by noon March 26th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 30th

TO CLOSE ON MARCH 26th

THE SRI LANKA, THE TEARDROP ISLAND OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2566 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321 for six yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 4f 110yds)

Enter by noon, March 26th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 30th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NOTE: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys Sri Lanka has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner.

In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

EXETER

First April Meeting, 2025

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2ND

Entries must be made by noon March 27th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 31st

TO CLOSE ON MARCH 27th

THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN RACES COMPANY LTD

OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3079 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1540, the third £769 and the fourth £385 for fve yrs old and upwards

about THREE MILES (3m 54yds)

Enter by noon, March 27th and pay £30 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st

Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

With thanks to Totnes and Bridgetown Races Company Ltd for the continued Sponsorship at Exeter Racecourse. In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse.

LUDLOW CLUB

HR SMITH, 2025

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2ND

Entries must be made by noon March 27th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 31st TO CLOSE ON MARCH 27th

HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £6600

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3387 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1694, the third £846 and the fourth £423 for fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds)

Enter by noon, March 27th and pay £30 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed ...................................................................................................................................................

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NOTE: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys WEATHERBYS have generously contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

AINTREE

The Randox Grand National Festival, 2025 THURSDAY, APRIL 3RD

Entries must be made by noon March 28th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 1st TO

CLOSE ON MARCH 18th

THE RANDOX FOXHUNTERS’ OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2)

Total prize fund £50000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £24155 to the winning horse

The second to receive £12075, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the ffth £1510, the sixth £750, the seventh £380 and the eighth £190 for six yrs old and upwards, which are allotted a rating of 100 or more and which, after October 2022, and before March 18th, 2025, have fnished frst, second or third in a Hunters’ steeple chase on two occasions OR have fnished frst, second or third in a Hunters’ steeple chase on one occasion and have won either another steeple chase (Hunters’ steeple chases included) or, during the current Point-to-Point season, an Open Point-to-Point steeple chase. Horses which are not qualifed for a rating in Great Britain, Ireland or France may also be entered. Such horses may be eligible provided the Handicapper is satisfed that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day prior to confrmation would merit a minimum rating of 100. The decision of the BHA Handicapper shall be fnal.

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 19yds)

(Over the Grand National Course)

Enter by noon, March 18th and pay £75 stake Confrm by noon, March 28th and pay £175

Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 1st

Weights: 12st each

Mares allowed

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys holding ‘Category B’ permits to ride, or Amateur Jockeys riding under the provisions of Rule (B)31.

7lb

The winning owner will be presented with The Waley-Cohen Trophy and the winning jockey will be presented with a Challenge Trophy in memory of Sir Guy Cunard. Both are to be returned to the Racecourse by March 1st, next year.

RANDOX has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and groom. A cash prize will also be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

The Worshipful Company of Farriers will present a memento to the owner and farrier of the best shod horse in this race, the judging of which will take place during the pre-race veterinary inspection.

All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of RANDOX.

The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code.

(Horses’ ratings will be allotted by the BHA Senior Handicapper following a review of the horses entered and after taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confrmation.)

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed paragraphs 16 to 19 of the Running Requirements Code for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualifed to run if they are qualifed in Ireland and have a Hunters Certifcate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled.

Please note for the purposes of this race, Open Mares’ Steeple Chases and Open Lightweight Steeple Chases at Point-to-Point meetings in Ireland are considered equivalent to Open Steeple Chases at Point-to-Point meetings in Great Britain.

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Rule (I)10 and the Race Administration Code to provide that, if it is necessary to do so, elimination of horses from this race will be determined by the BHA Handicapper

All entries in this race will have their suitability assessed by the Grand National Review Panel and if necessary, The British Horseracing Authority may exercise its powers under Rule (I)2 to refuse to allow a horse duly entered to run when it has reason to be concerned about the horse’s suitability for the race.

Any horse for whom a Confrmation of Entry has been submitted will not be permitted to run if it subsequently runs in any other race, including Point-to-Point races.

All runners must be presented to the BHA Veterinary Offcers for a pre-race veterinary inspection and must pass the inspection. Any horse considered unft to run will be withdrawn by order of the Stewards under Rule (H)7.4. Horses may be presented for inspection on the day of racing as advised. Subject to the discretion of the Stewards, any horse which is not presented for a veterinary inspection by the time advised will not be permitted to run under Rule (H)7.4.

A Confrmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for which Veterinary Medical Records are not submitted to the BHA by 22nd March, 2025, with a further update to be submitted by 6.00pm on the day before the race 30 SNC A HC

KELSO

First April Meeting, 2025 MONDAY, APRIL 7TH

Entries must be made by noon April 1st

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 5th TO CLOSE ON APRIL 1st

THE WEATHERBYS HAMILTON BUCCLEUCH CUP (A MAIDEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE) (CLASS 4) (CORINTHIAN SPIRIT QUALIFIER)

Total prize fund £7000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3593 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1796, the third £898 and the fourth £449 for maiden fve yrs old and upwards, which have a registered Hunter’s certifcate issued by a Hunt affliated to the Northern Point-to-Point Association and which have not won a steeple chase, hurdle race, National Hunt Flat race or fat race under any recognised Rules of Racing

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 7f 96yds)

Enter by noon, April 1st and pay £35 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 5th

Weights: 5-y-o............11st 12lb; 6-y-o and up................................................................................................12st

Mares allowed

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

This race has been generously sponsored by Weatherbys Hamilton. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive the perpetual Buccleuch Challenge Cup, to be held for one year only Only horses certifed during the current season by Masters of a Hunt affliated to the Northern Point-to-Point Association are qualifed to start. Hunts within the Northern Point-to-Point Association: Berwickshire, Border, Braes of Derwent, College Valley & North Northumberland, Cumberland, Cumberland Farmers, Duke of Buccleuch’s, Dumfriesshire & Stewartry, Fife, Haydon, Jedforest, Lanarkshire & Renfrewshire, Lauderdale, Liddesdale, Morpeth, North Tyne, Percy, Tynedale and West Percy. (In entering for this race, the name of the Hunt represented must be stated). All horses which Start in this race will be eligible to enter the CORINTHIAN SPIRIT “GRASSROOTS” HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE SERIES FINAL to be run over a distance of about Three Miles about Two Furlongs (3m 2f 39y) at Kelso on May 25th, 2025. In the event of an abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse which had been Declared to Run in that race , or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualifed to enter the Final. Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifying race will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final.

EXETER

Second April (Evening) Meeting, 2025 FRIDAY (EVENING), APRIL 11TH

Entries must be made by noon April 5th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 9th

TO CLOSE ON APRIL 5th

THE SWAN INN D&C INTERMEDIATE SERIES FINAL HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3079 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1540, the third £769 and the fourth £385 for fve yrs old and upwards, which, during the current season, have Started in an Intermediate Series Point-to-Point Steeple Chase (Qualifer) at one of the undermentioned Hunts. In the event of the abandonment of a Qualifer, or re-arranged Qualifer, any horse which had been entered to run at the time of abandonment will also be qualifed to enter this Exeter Final. Participating Hunts hosting qualifying races: Dunsmore Club at Silverton, Cornwall Hunt Club at Wadebridge, Modbury at Buckfastleigh, Tiverton Foxhounds at Chipley Park, Dart Vale & Haldon Harriers at Buckfastleigh, East Devon at Ottery St Mary, Lamerton at Kilworthy, Four Burrow at Trebudannon. In entering for this race, the name of the Hunt represented must be stated.

about THREE MILES (3m 54yds)

Enter by noon, April 5th and pay £30 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th

Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse. With thanks to the host Point to Point venues and to Devon & Cornwall Point to Point for their continued support to Exeter Racecourse.

STRATFORD-ON-AVON

April Meeting, 2025

SUNDAY, APRIL 13TH

Entries must be made by noon April 7th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 11th

TO CLOSE ON APRIL 7th

THE WATCH MORE WITH RACING UK EXTRA OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £4600

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2361 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1180, the third £590 and the fourth £295 for six yrs old and upwards, which, after 2022, have not won more than four steeple chases and which have fnished frst, second or third in a Point-to-Point steeple chase

TWO

MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds)

Enter by noon, April 7th and pay £23 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th

Weights: 11st 10lb each

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys Racing TV have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

HEXHAM

April Meeting, 2025

MONDAY, APRIL 14TH

Entries must be made by noon April 8th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 12th

TO CLOSE ON APRIL 8th

THE POINTING POINTERS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2823 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1411, the third £705 and the fourth £353 for fve yrs old and upwards

about THREE MILES (3m 41yds)

Enter by noon, April 8th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 12th

Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

LUDLOW CLUB

WYE VALLEY BREWERY, 2025

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23RD

Entries must be made by noon April 17th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 21st

CLOSE ON APRIL 17th

THE WHITEHALL FLAGSTONE MAGNUS ALLCROFT MEMORIAL OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £6600

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3387 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1694, the third £846 and the fourth £423 for fve yrs old and upwards

about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds)

Enter by noon, April 17th and pay £30 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 21st

Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NOTE: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

WHITEHALL FLAGSTONE HAVE GENEROROUSLY CONTRIBUTED TOWARDS THE PRIZEMONEY AND THEY will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

A challenge trophy, presented to LRC. , in memory of Sir Phillip and Lady Magnus-Allcroft will be presented to the winning connections.

CHEPSTOW

Third April (Evening) Meeting, 2025 FRIDAY (EVENING), APRIL 25TH

Entries must be made by noon April 19th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 23rd

TO CLOSE ON APRIL 19th

THE DUNRAVEN BOWL “GRASSROOTS” OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2566 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321 for fve yrs old and upwards, which have a Hunters’ Certifcate issued during the current season by one of the undermentioned Areas and which, after 2023, have run in a Point-to-Point steeple chase in Great Britain.

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 7f 131yds)

Enter by noon, April 19th and pay £25 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 23rd

Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys Dunraven have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner.

In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

Qualifying Hunts/Areas: Wales, West Mercian, Wessex and Devon & Cornwall. (In entering for this race, the name of the Hunt represented must be stated).

CHELTENHAM

May (Evening) Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 2ND (NEW COURSE)

Entries must be made by noon April 26th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 30th TO CLOSE ON APRIL 26th

THE CHELTENHAM AND SOUTH WEST RACING CLUB MARES’ OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £7000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3593 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1796, the third £898 and the fourth £449 for fve yrs old and upwards mares only

THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 1f 56yds)

Enter by noon, April 26th and pay £35 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th

Weights: 11st 8lb each

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff.

A £150 cash prize will be presented to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

CHELTENHAM

May (Evening) Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 2ND (NEW COURSE)

Entries must be made by noon April 26th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 30th TO CLOSE ON APRIL 26th

THE MIDLANDS AIR AMBULANCE MIXED OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £10000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5133 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2567, the third £1283 and the fourth £642 for fve yrs old and upwards, which during the current Point-to-Point season and prior to April 26th, 2025, have been placed frst, second, third or fourth in a Mens, Ladies or Mixed Open Point to Point Steeple Chase

THREE MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 2f 70yds)

Enter by noon, April 26th and pay £48 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys Midlands Air Ambulance has kindly sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff. A £150 cash prize will be presented to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The British Horseracing Authority has modifed the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race and, if elimination is necessary, those horses which have been placed frst or second in a Point-to-Point during the current Point-to-Point season will, as far as possible, not be eliminated. Horses placed frst will be given priority over horses placed second only.

CHELTENHAM

May (Evening) Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 2ND (NEW COURSE)

Entries must be made by noon April 26th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 30th TO CLOSE ON APRIL 26th

THE ROYAL GLOUCESTERSHIRE HUSSARS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2823 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1411, the third £705 and the fourth £353 for fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 4f 127yds)

Enter by noon, April 26th and pay £27 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

The Gloucestershire Royal Hussars have kindly sponsored this race and will make presentations to the winning owner, trainer and rider and a £150 award will be given to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to the best turned out in this race.

CHELTENHAM

May (Evening) Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 2ND (NEW COURSE)

Entries must be made by noon April 26th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 30th TO CLOSE ON APRIL 26th

THE CONGRATULATIONS KEITH AND MICHELLE SMITH OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £5500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2823 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1411, the third £705 and the fourth £353 for fve yrs old and upwards, which have not won a steeple chase other than a Hunters’ steeple chase

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 62yds)

Enter by noon, April 26th and pay £27 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

Keith & Michelle Smith have kindly sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff. A £150 cash prize will be presented to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

CHELTENHAM

May (Evening) Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 2ND (NEW COURSE)

Entries must be made by noon April 26th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 30th TO CLOSE ON APRIL 26th

THE HOLLAND COOPER INTERMEDIATE POINT-TO-POINT

HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £10000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5133 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2567, the third £1283 and the fourth £642 for fve yrs old and upwards, which during the current Point-to-Point Season and prior to April 26th, 2025, have either fnished frst, second, third or fourth in an Intermediate Point-to-Point Steeple Chase OR have fnished frst, second or third in a Restricted Point-to-Point Steeple Chase when carrying a 5lb penalty

THREE MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (3m 2f)

Enter by noon, April 26th and pay £50 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed 7lb

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys Holland Cooper has kindly sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff. A £150 cash prize will be presented to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race and, if elimination is necessary, those horses which have been placed frst or second in an Intermediate Point-to-Point during the Point-to-Point current season will, as far as possible, not be eliminated. Horses placed frst will be given priority over horses placed second only.

CHELTENHAM

May (Evening) Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 2ND (NEW COURSE)

Entries must be made by noon April 26th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 30th TO CLOSE ON APRIL 26th

THE JUNIOR JUMPERS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £7000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3593 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1796, the third £898 and the fourth £449 for six yrs old and upwards, which have never won a steeple chase other than a Hunters’ steeple chase and which have been qualifed with any of the undermentioned Hunts during the current season

THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 1f 56yds)

Enter by noon, April 26th and pay £35 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th

Weights: 12st each

Mares allowed 7lb

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff.

A £150 cash prize will be presented to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The Challenge Cup is to be held by the winning owner until April 1st, next year

Qualifying Hunts: Avon Vale, Berkeley, Clifton-on-Teme, Cotswold, Cotswold Vale Farmers, Croome & West Warwickshire, Curre & Llangibby, Duke of Beaufort’s, Glamorgan, Golden Valley, Heythrop, Ledbury, Llangeinor, Ludlow, Mendip Farmers, Monmouthshire, North Cotswold, North Herefordshire, North Ledbury, Old Berkshire, Radnor & West Herefordshire, Ross Harriers, South & West Wilts, South Herefordshire, V.W.H., Warwickshire and Worcestershire.

(In entering for this race, the name of the Hunt represented must be stated).

CHELTENHAM

May (Evening) Meeting, 2025

FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 2ND (NEW COURSE)

Entries must be made by noon April 26th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 30th TO CLOSE ON APRIL 26th

THE MOLSON COORS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £7000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3593 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1796, the third £898 and the fourth £449 for fve yrs old and upwards

FOUR MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (4m 97yds)

Enter by noon, April 26th and pay £35 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed ...................................................................................................................................................

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys Molson Coors has kindly sponsored this race. Presentations to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and member of racing staff.

A £150 cash prize will be presented to the member of racing staff responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Schedule (F)8 for the purposes of this race such that Paragraph 17.2.4 of Part J also includes all Point-to-Point Steeple Chases run in Ireland.

KELSO

First May Meeting, 2025

WEDNESDAY, MAY 7TH

Entries must be made by noon May 1st

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 5th TO CLOSE ON MAY 1st

THE RACING TOGETHER OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £6600

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3387 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1694, the third £846 and the fourth £423 for fve yrs old and upwards, which, after 2023, have not won more than three steeple chases

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 7f 96yds)

Enter by noon, May 1st and pay £33 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 5th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed

Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .........................................................................

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB. With reference for the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novices’ or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

THE RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

HEXHAM

Second May Meeting, 2025

SATURDAY, MAY 10TH

Entries must be made by noon May 5th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 8th TO CLOSE ON MAY 5th

THE

PAXTONS HEART OF ALL ENGLAND

MAIDEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

(For the Heart of all England Trophy)

Total prize fund £8000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4106 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2053, the third £1026 and the fourth £513 for maiden fve yrs old and upwards, which, after October 31st, 2023 have Started in a Point-to-Point Steeple Chase in Great Britain about THREE MILES (3m 41yds)

Enter by noon, May 5th and pay £35 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 8th

Weights: 12st each

Mares allowed

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

J G Paxton & Sons Ltd. have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30.00 will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race.

NEWTON ABBOT

Second May Meeting, 2025

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14TH

Entries must be made by noon May 8th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 12th

TO CLOSE ON MAY 8th

THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN STEEPLECHASE COMPANY

OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3336 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1668, the third £833 and the fourth £417 for six yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than three steeple chases

THREE MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (3m 1f 170yds)

Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £25 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 12th

Weights: 12st each

Mares allowed ...................................................................................................................................................

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB. With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in a Novices’ or Maiden Hunters’ Chase

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys Totnes & Bridgetown Steeple Chase Company are kindly supporting this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition a £60 cash prize will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

PERTH HUNT

May Meeting, 2025

WEDNESDAY (EVENING), MAY 14TH

Entries must be made by noon May 8th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 12th

TO CLOSE ON MAY 8th

THE

125

YEARS OF BRUCE FARMS “GRASSROOTS” HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (CORINTHIAN SPIRIT QUALIFIER)

Total prize fund £5000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2483 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1242, the third £620, the fourth £311 and the ffth £155

for fve yrs old and upwards, which, after 2022, have started in a British Point-to-Point Steeple Chase about THREE MILES (2m 7f 180yds)

Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £25 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 12th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .........................................................................

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB. With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least 2 Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys Bruce Farms will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.

A Challenge Trophy, presented by the Linlithgow & Stirlingshire Hunt supporters, is to be held by the winning owner for one year only. In addition, the Dudgeon Cup will be presented to the owner of the highest placed horse qualifed in Scotland.

All horses which Start in this race will be eligible to enter the CORINTHIAN SPIRIT “GRASSROOTS” HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE SERIES FINAL to be run over a distance of about Three Miles about Two Furlongs (3m 2f 39y) at Kelso on 25th May, 2025.

In the event of an abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse which had been Declared to Run in that race , or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualifed to enter the Final.

Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifying race will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final.

HUNTINGDON

Second May (Evening) Meeting, 2025 TUESDAY (EVENING), MAY 20TH

Entries must be made by noon May 14th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 18th TO CLOSE ON MAY 14th

THE MY PENSION EXPERT ADVISERS OF CHAMPIONS NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund

£4600

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2361 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1180, the third £590 and the fourth £295 for novice fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 7f 129yds)

Enter by noon, May 14th and pay £23 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 18th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed

Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

My Pension Expert has generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

NOTE: For the year 2024, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defned as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2024.

KELSO

Second May Meeting, 2025

SUNDAY, MAY 25TH

Entries must be made by noon May 19th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 23rd TO CLOSE ON MAY 19th

THE BORDERS GROWERS & DISTILLERS CORINTHIAN SPIRIT ‘GRASSROOTS’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE SERIES FINAL (CLASS 3)

Total prize fund £11000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5314 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2656, the third £1329, the fourth £664, the ffth £332, the sixth £165, the seventh £83 and the eighth £41 for fve yrs old and upwards, which, during the current season, have either started in a Corinthian Spirit “Grassroots” Hunters’ steeple chase series qualifer or have started in a Point-to-Point steeple chase during the current season. In the event of an abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse which had been Declared to Run in that race , or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualifed to enter the Final. Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifying race will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final.

THREE MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (3m 2f 39yds)

Enter by noon, May 19th and pay £55 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 23rd

Weights: 11st 12lb each

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

BORDERS GROWERS & DISTILLERS have generously sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer jockey and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. In addition, the Darrasalam Challenge Trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be held for one year only.

Mares allowed

CARTMEL

Whit Bank Holiday Meeting, 2025 MONDAY (BANK HOLIDAY), MAY 26TH

Entries must be made by noon May 20th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 24th

TO CLOSE ON MAY 20th

THE FRASER CUP MAIDEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £7500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3666 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1833, the third £916, the fourth £458, the ffth £229 and the sixth £114 for maiden fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 34yds)

Enter by noon, May 20th and pay £22 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 24th

Weights: 12st each

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

A memento will be awarded to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a prize will be presented to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The Fraser Cup will be presented to the winning owner, to be held for one year only.

CARTMEL

Whit Bank Holiday Meeting, 2025

WEDNESDAY (EVENING), MAY 28TH

Entries must be made by noon May 22nd

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 26th

TO CLOSE ON MAY 22nd

THE CARTMEL RACES OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3336 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1668, the third £833 and the fourth £417 for fve yrs old and upwards

THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 1f 107yds)

Enter by noon, May 22nd and pay £22 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 26th

Weights: 12st each

Mares allowed ...................................................................................................................................................

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys A memento will be awarded to the winning owner, jockey and trainer. In addition, a prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out horse in this race.

Mares allowed

NEWTON ABBOT

Third May Meeting, 2025

WEDNESDAY, MAY 28TH

Entries must be made by noon May 22nd

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 26th TO CLOSE ON MAY 22nd

THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN STEEPLE CHASE COMPANY OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3228 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1615, the third £806, the fourth £404 and the ffth £201 for fve yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 216yds)

Enter by noon, May 22nd and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 26th

Weights: 12st each

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase

Or of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB. With reference for the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novices’ or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys Totnes and Bridgetown Steeplechase Company have kindly contributing towards the prize money of this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize of £60 will be awarded to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

STRATFORD-ON-AVON

Third May (Evening) Meeting, 2025 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 30TH

Entries must be made by noon May 24th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 28th TO CLOSE ON MAY 24th

THE WHITE SWAN HOTEL STRATFORD OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3079 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1540, the third £769 and the fourth £385 for six yrs old and upwards

TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONGS (2m 213yds)

Enter by noon, May 24th and pay £30 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase ...........................................................................................

Of 2 steeple chases

Of 3 steeple chases

(Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)

NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if both wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases. Regarding the 12lb penalty for at least three Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys White Swan Hotel, Stratford will award mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £75 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

STRATFORD-ON-AVON

Third May (Evening) Meeting, 2025 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 30TH

Entries must be made by noon May 24th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 28th TO CLOSE ON MAY 24th

THE JUMPING

FOR FUN “RESTRICTED

POINT-TO-POINT” NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £8500

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4363 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2181, the third £1090 and the fourth £545 for novice fve yrs old and upwards, which, during the current season and prior to May 24th have fnished frst or second in a Restricted Point-to-Point Steeplechase

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds)

Enter by noon, May 24th and pay £42 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th

Weights: 11st 12lb each

Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

Jumping For Fun have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer & jockey. In addition, they will award a £75 cash prize to the attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in the race.

NOTE: For the year 2025, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defned as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2024.

STRATFORD-ON-AVON

Third May (Evening) Meeting, 2025 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 30TH

Entries must be made by noon May 24th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 28th TO CLOSE ON MAY 24th

THE pointtopoint.co.uk CHAMPION

NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 2) (for The John Corbet Cup)

Total prize fund £20000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9778 to the winning horse

The second to receive £4888, the third £2444, the fourth £1222, the ffth £612 and the sixth £306

for novice fve yrs old and upwards, which, prior to 2025, have not won a steeple chase, hurdle race, National Hunt Flat race or fat race under any recognised Rules of Racing and which, after 2023 and before May 24th, 2025, have been placed frst, second or third in a Hunters’ steeple chase or have won an Open Point-to-Point in Great Britain or Ireland (i.e. Gentlemens, Ladies or Mixed Open races)

THREE MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS

(3m 3f 119yds)

Enter by noon, May 24th and pay £100 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th

Weights: 12st each

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

THE POINT-TO-POINT RACING COMPANY

has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a £75 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

The JOHN CORBET CUP, now in its 60th year, will be presented but retained by the Racecourse; this cup was presented in 1811 to John Corbet, Esq., the virtual founder of hunting in Warwickshire, who kept his hounds in Stratford-on-Avon, and it has been given to this racecourse by his descendants.

The Stratford-on-Avon Executive will award a travel allowance of £300 to the owner of every runner starting in this race which is trained outside Great Britain, and which travels to Stratford with the express purpose of running in this race and does not win more than £1000 in prize money.

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Schedule (F)8 for the purposes of this race such that Paragraph 17.2.4 of Part J also includes all Point-to-Point Steeple Chases run in Ireland.

The British Horseracing Authority has authorised that the maximum number of runners in this race shall be determined by the normal Safety Factor applicable for the race and that a reduced Field Size Limit shall not apply.

NOTE: For the year 2025, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defned as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2024. 16 A HC

STRATFORD-ON-AVON

Third May (Evening) Meeting, 2025 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 30TH

Entries must be made by noon May 24th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 28th TO CLOSE ON MAY 24th

THE PERTEMPS NETWORK STRATFORD FOXHUNTERS CHAMPION HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2)

(The 65th Running For the Horse and Hound Cup)

Total prize fund £22000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10755 to the winning horse

The second to receive £5376, the third £2688, the fourth £1344, the ffth £673 and the sixth £336 for fve yrs old and upwards, which, after October 2022 and before May 24th, 2025, HAVE TWICE BEEN PLACED (in Great Britain or Ireland) frst, second or third in a Hunters’ steeple chase OR have won two Open Races (i.e. Gentlemens, Ladies or Mixed Open races) at a Point-to-Point Meeting in Great Britain or Ireland OR have won one Open Race at a Point-to-Point Meeting in Great Britain or Ireland and have been placed FIRST OR SECOND in a Hunters’ Steeple Chase

THREE MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 3f 119yds)

Enter by noon, May 24th and pay £110 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th

Weights: 12st each

Mares allowed

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

7lb

PERTEMPS NETWORK has generously sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and rider and a £100 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

The Horse & Hound Cup will be presented and then retained by the Racecourse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of PERTEMPS NETWORK.

The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code.

The Stratford-on-Avon Executive will award a travel allowance of £300 to the owner of every runner starting in this race which is trained outside Great Britain and which travels to Stratford with the express purpose of running in this race and does not win more than £1000 in prize money.

The British Horseracing Authority has modifed Rules (F)102 and (F)103 and Schedule (F)8 of the Rules of Racing to provide that, if it is necessary to do so, elimination of horses from this race will be determined by the BHA Handicapper.

THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE.

(Horses to be led past the stands and then allowed to canter to the start).

18 SNC A HC

STRATFORD-ON-AVON

Third May (Evening) Meeting, 2025 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 30TH

Entries must be made by noon May 24th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 28th TO CLOSE ON MAY 24th

THE STRATFORD LADIES OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)

(For Female Amateur Jockeys)

Total prize fund £12000

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6159 to the winning horse

The second to receive £3080, the third £1539 and the fourth £770 for fve yrs old and upwards, which, during the current season, have fnished frst or second, on at least one occasion, in any Ladies Open or Mixed Open Point-to-Point steeple chase

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds)

Enter by noon, May 24th and pay £60 stake

Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th

Weights: 11st 7lb each

Mares allowed

Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase

Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase

To be ridden by Female Amateur Jockeys

The Racecourse will present a perpetual trophy which will be retained. They will also present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey.

In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse.

STRATFORD-ON-AVON

Third May (Evening) Meeting, 2025 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 30TH

Entries must be made by noon May 24th

Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 28th TO CLOSE ON MAY 24th

THE HATHAWAY HANDICAP HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £8650

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4296 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2149, the third £1073, the fourth £538 and the ffth £268 for fve yrs old and upwards, which, after 2022 and before closing, have run in at least three Hunters’ Steeple Chases run under the Rules of Racing in Great Britain, but have not won a Class 1 or 2 Steeple Chase in that time In addition, the handicapper reserves the right to decline to give a rating if there is insuffcient information upon which to base a rating.

TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 205yds)

Enter by noon, May 24th and pay £36 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th

Lowest weight.........10st 11lb; Highest weight 12st

Penalties, after May 17th, 2025, for each steeple chase won

To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys

The PPA Board has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and jockey, plus a £75 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. This race may be permitted to divide 16

2m1f H

2m1f NHF

Racecourse Maps

Aintree

Bangor-on-Dee

110y & 4m1f C

2m1f110y & 3m6f C 2m1f H

Catterick

Cheltenham (Old Course)

2m110y H 3m3f110y C 3m4f H

2m C 4m C 2m4f110y C 2m5f H water

3m1f110y C

3m110y C 3m1f110y H

Cheltenham (New Course)

Chepstow

3m6f110y C 4m C

Grandstand

2m 7f 110y H 3m C

2m5f110y H 2m1f 110y C

2m1f H 2m3f110y C

Start 2m 5f 110yds C 2m 5f H Start 2m 110yds & 3m 110yds C 2m & 2m 7f 110yds H

Grandstand

Fakenham

2m4f H

Ffos Las

2m3f110y C 4m C

2m5f C

2m6f H

3m1f110y C 3m C 2m H 1m 6f NHF 3m H

Grandstand

Grandstand Finish 2m C 2m4f C

Haydock Park

2m5f C 3m C 3m1f H

2m4f C

2m C 2m4f110y H 2m 110y H 3m4f C

2m110y C, 2m H

2m3f110 y H & 2m3f C

2m1f H & 2m C

3m2f H & 3m1f110y C

2m4f110y H 4m C

Hereford

Hexham

Huntingdon

110yds H

2m5f110y H

2m4f110y C

3m6f110y C

2m1f C, 3m4f C 2m110y H, 3m3f H

HurdleCourse 2m2f H

2m6f110y C

3m1f C 2m6f110y H

Kempton Park

2m5f110y H

Hurdle Course

2m4f C

2m5f H

2m6f110y C

2m2f110y C

2m3f H

2m1f C

3m C 3m2f110y C 1m4f 110yNHF

2m110y H 3m6f C

Ludlow

Newbury

Newton Abbot

H 2m1f H 2m110y C 3m2f 110y C

110y C

2m4f110y

3m4f C 2m1f110y C

2m110y H 3m3f H

3m C 2m6f110y 2m5f110y C

2m4f C 2m3f H

2m2f110y C

3m6f C

2m110y C

2m1f H 3m3f C open ditch open ditch

Finish

2m 3f110y H 3m C

3m110y H 4m2f110y C

Grandstand

2m3f H

Warwick

2m4f110y C

2m5f H

2m H 3m5f C

2m C

3m 110y C

3m1f H

Finish

3m2f C

1m 6f NHF

Taunton

Wincanton

Useful Telephone Numbers

Point-to-Point Authority Ltd., Administration, Fixture List, Riders Qualifcation Certifcates, 30A Shrivenham Hundred Business Park Sponsorship, Public Relations, Majors Road, Watchfeld, Swindon, SN6 8TZ Marketing.

Tel: 01793 781990

Email: info@p2pa.co.uk

Web: www.gopointing.com

BHA Point-to-Point Executive, All Regulatory Matters

British Horseracing Authority Ltd., Point-to-Point Regulations/Instructions and Policy, Holborn Gate, 26 Southampton Buildings, Riders’ Medical Qualifcations, Stewarding/Disciplinary, London, WC2A 1AN Dope Testing and Vaccination Checks, Course Inspectors. Tel: 0207 152 0049

British Horseracing Authority Ltd., Finance, Licensing, Marketing, Holborn Gate, 26 Southampton Buildings, Rules of Racing, Race Planning. London, WC2A 1AN

Tel: 0207 152 0000

Web: www.britishhorseracing.com

Email: info@britishhorseracing.com

The Point-to-Point Racing Company Ltd., General Point-to-Point Enquiries, Sanders Road, Wellingborough, Racecards, Point-to-Point Publications, Entries Service. Northants NN8 4BX

Tel: 01933 304795

Email: info@pointtopointracingcompany.co.uk

Web: www.pointtopoint.co.uk

British Horseracing Authority Publications, Racing Calendar Advertisements, Weatherbys Ltd., Sanders Road, Programme Book Advertisements, Wellingborough, Northants NN8 4BX European Pattern Book Advertisements, Tel: 01933 304776 Orders for British Horseracing Authority Publications.

Equine Administration Dept,

Authorities to Act, Colours, Hunters’ Certifcates, Leases, Weatherbys Ltd., Sanders Road, Names Registered, Passports for Horses, Wellingborough, Northants NN8 4BX Registration of Owners, Horses in Training, Tel: 01933 304808 Non-Racing Agreements, Registration of Partnerships, Sponsorship Agreement etc.

Equine Services Dept, Weatherbys Ltd., Sanders Road,

Hunter Chase Entries, Scratchings, Confrmation of Entries, Wellingborough, Northants NN8 4BX Declaration of Runners, Declaration of Riders, Tel: 01933 304808 Transfer of Engagements,

British Hound Sports Association, Overly Barn, Daglingworth, Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 7HX

Email: admin@bhsaoffce.org.uk

The Jockey Club

21-27 Lambs Conduit Street, London, WC1N 3NL

Web: thejockeyclub.co.uk

Email: info@thejockeyclub.co.uk

Point-to-Point Pony Racing - Lucy Felton

Tel: 01258 817604

Mob: 07771 518258

Email: lucy@ponyracingauthority.co.uk