FAKENHAM RACECOURSE
● Total Hunter Chase prize fund up 25% to £22,000.
● FREE entry to all races.
● 6 x complimentary owners badges and lunch in The Cool Roxy Bar per horse. Owners attending should book online via PASS or contact David Hunter by 4pm the day before racing.
● 2 x complimentary trainers badges and lunch per horse
● The Cool Roxy Owners’ & Trainers’ Bar has been doubled in size to provide a better experience.
● Free overnight stabling the night before racing. Book with David Hunter immediately after declarations.
● Free accommodation the night before racing for horse attendee Book with David Hunter immediately after declarations.
● New female jockey changing room with private showers and changing facility.
● Jockeys’ valet area in a new gender neutral area and no longer in the male changing room.
Point of contact for all Hunter Chase matters is David Hunter, CEO & CofC of Fakenham Racecourse. 07767802206, david@fakenhamracecourse.co.uk
Fakenham
RA CEC O UR SE
FRIDAY 17TH FEBRUARY 2023
William Bulwer-Long Memorial Grassroots HC (Class 5), 3M, £5000.
FRIDAY 17TH MARCH 2023
Robert Hoare Memorial HC (Class 5), 3M, £5000
MONDAY 10TH APRIL 2023
The Queens’ Cup Open HC (Class 4), 3M, £7000.
TUESDAY 9TH MAY 2023
The Turner Trophy Grassroots Maiden HC (Class 5), 3M, £5000.
Welcome to this entirely separate version of the planner, dedicated purely to Hunter Chasing – a first of its kind!
Together with the BHA, racecourses have been looking at how we can ensure a healthy and balanced Hunters’ Chase programme and increase field sizes for such races, both now and in the future. This has involved the circulation of a survey to all registered owners and keepers, and we thank all those who took part. The responses given in the survey have informed our work and helped us to develop our ideas. The group has also been looking at other long-term initiatives including the number of grassroots races, the spread of fixtures and horse qualification. The plan is for more work to take place soon in relation to such initiatives with 2024 and beyond in mind. We do however need your involvement, support, and feedback during the season. Therefore, please do feed back any thoughts and ideas via Izzie Marshall (izzie.Marshall@racecourseassociation.co.uk) at the Racecourse Association, or any of the course representatives mentioned in this planner We hope this booklet will provide you with all the information you need to take part in Hunters’ Chases, and we look forward to seeing you during the 2023 season.
Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Director Stratford Racecourse & RCA Director idb@stratfordracecourse.netA few Questions Answered
1. HOW DO I ENTER AND DECLARE HORSES?
See page 9
2. HOW TO DO WE ACCESS THE STABLE YARD
On arrival at the course before you unload your horse. Take photo ID and your horse’s passport to the stable office and register with the BHA security team. You will then be issued a stable number and given access. When you unload your horse, it will need to be presented to security in order to have its microchip read and its passport checked. BHA (britishhorseracing.com) 3. WHAT
CAN I AND CAN’T I TAKE INTO THE STABLE YARD
For all rules and regulations around your visit to the course see this website BHA (britishhorseracing.com) 4.
CAN MY HORSE STAY ON THE LORRY, AS WE DO AT POINT TO POINTS?
No all horses must be stabled during the race meeting. Your stable number will be allocated by the security team on your arrival at the stable yard. 5.
HOW DO I GET ENTRY / OWNERS BADGES?
Most courses will send an email at entry and declaration stage outlining their badge policy and how to collect badges. If you do not receive this call the racecourse concerned. They will always be happy to help. 6. CAN I
USE THE OWNERS FACILITIES ON THE DAY?
Yes, you will have full access unless alternative arrangements have been made and communicated to you.
WILL I BE WITH OTHER RACE OWNERS AND TREATED THE SAME?
Yes
8. HOW DO I BOOK GUEST BADGES / EXTRAS TICKETS?
This can be done via the PASS system. If you are not registered to use this, call and email the course you wish to attend with your requests. 9. WILL I HAVE TO PAY FOR EXTRA BADGES?
It depends on each courses badge policy so discuss with them direct. 10.
HOW DO I GET A LICENCE TO RIDE UNDER RULES?
Forms and information - The British Horseracing Authority
11. CAN I SADDLE MY HORSE IN THE SADDLING BOXES (NEXT TO PRE PARADE) OR IN THE STABLE YARD?
You can do either
12. CAN AMATEUR JOCKEYS USE ALL THE FACILITIES IN THE WEIGHING ROOM AND CHANGING ROOM?
Yes – facilities are available for all jockeys riding at the fixture
Race Definitions
DEFINITION OF MAIDEN
“Maiden” for Steeple Chases and Hurdle races, is a horse which has never won a Steeple Chase or Hurdle race other than a Match or Private Sweepstakes, a National Hunt Flat race in Great Britain or an Irish National Hunt Flat race in Ireland, or a French AQPS Flat race, or a Steeple Chase at a Point-to-Point meeting, or a Timber race in Great Britain, at any Recognised Meeting in any country.
N.B. PLEASE ALSO REFER TO INDIVIDUAL RACE CONDITIONS.
DEFINITION OF NOVICE
2023 is a horse which has not won a Steeple Chase before June 2nd, 2022. N.B. PLEASE ALSO REFER TO INDIVIDUAL RACE CONDITIONS.
REGISTRATION AS AN OWNER
Entries can only be accepted from owners registered in accordance with Rule (A)21 of the Rules of Racing. This does not apply to owners of horses trained outside Great Britain.
DISTANCE OF RACES
The distances given for all races must be regarded as approximate only and they may vary slightly from time to time due to minor variations when dolling-out is necessary on bends to maintain turf No distance, however, will be less than the minimum distance stipulated by the Rules of Racing.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS FOR HUNTER STEEPLE CHASES
The following qualifications apply to all Hunter Steeple Chases published in this book. Details of any variations or qualifications are added to individual races:-
The horse’s name must be entered in the register of horses names maintained by the Authority A Hunters’ Certificate must be registered for the horse. The Hunters’ Certificate must be sent to The Racing Calendar Office on the Prescribed form, together with the appropriate fee for registration specified in the Fee Code. Registration before noon on any day qualifies the horse to be entered in any Hunters’ Steeple Chase which closes on or after the day immediately following, and for which the horse is eligible, in accordance with Paragraphs 16 to 19 of the Running Requirements Code.
SAFETY FACTOR/MAXIMUM FIGURE
The number appearing underneath the conditions of the race is the maximum number of horses which will be started for that race, subject to the Field Size Limit, and above which Rules (I)9 and (I)10 will come into force, i.e. elimination or division will take place. The number is published for information only and may be subject to variation in accordance with the General Instructions.
Hunters’ Steeple Chases are not permitted to divide. At the declaration to run stage, if the number of horses remaining engaged in any race exceeds the Safety Factor/Maximum Figure, the number of horses will be reduced to the number permitted by the Safety Factor/Maximum Figure or the Field Size Limit, as appropriate, by elimination or ballot in accordance with the provisions of Rule (I)10 and the Race Administration Code.
FIELD SIZE LIMIT
The Field Size Limit will only be used to restrict the number of runners in a race below the Safety Factor/Maximum Figure when the number of declared horses for all races, including divisions, exceeds the Stabling Capacity for the fixture. The runners will be reduced by addressing each race in turn in a specific sequence order, until the total number of declared horses is no longer above the Stabling Capacity
The provisional Field Size Limits published in the Races to Close section of The Racing Calendar may be subject to further revision at the entry/confirmation stage and at the declaration to run stage, once the final entry and declaration numbers are known, but in no circumstances will they exceed the Safety Factor/Maximum Figure for each race.
All Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Classes 4, 5 or 6, where programmed, will be reduced to a Field Size Limit down to a figure of 9 for the race, as necessary, before the application of Field Size Limits for the remaining races.
STABLING CAPACITY
The Stabling Capacity published at the head of each day’s race programme in the Races to Close section of The Racing Calendar indicates the total number of racecourse stables in the secure stable yard available to runners on a specific day, as notified by the Managing Executive of the Racecourse. The number is published for information only and may be subject to variation in accordance with the General Instructions. Unless otherwise directed by the British Horseracing Authority, the final total number of declared runners on any one day shall not exceed the Stabling Capacity
WEIGHT ALLOWANCE FOR FILLIES AND MARES
Attention is drawn to the provisions of paragraph 49 of the Weights and Handicapping Code which reads as follows:49. Subject to the minimum weights permitted for the Race by paragraph 16, and excluding Handicap Races, fillies and mares shall receive the following weight allowances unless otherwise directed by the BHA:
49.1 5lb for a Flat Race except for any Pattern Race or Rating Related Maiden Race;
49.2 3lb for a Flat Race that is a Pattern Race;
49.3 7lb for a Jump Race.
MAXIMUM WEIGHT
No horse may carry more than 13st in a Steeple Chase (paragraph 18 of the Weights and Handicapping Code).
DEFINITIONS.
‘National Hunt Flat Race’ is a race for horses which at starting have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing except in National Hunt Flat Races in Great Britain or in Irish National Hunt Flat Races or in French AQPS Flat races. (N.B. No horse aged more than seven years old will be eligible to start in a National Hunt Flat Race by virtue of the race conditions).
‘Novice Rider’ is a person who, as at 1st October 2022, has ridden a sum total of no more than five winners under the Rules of any Recognised Racing Authority or in Point-to-Point Steeplechases.
‘Point-to-Point Season’ for the purpose of the Regulations means the racing season for Point-to-Point Steeplechases run in 2022/23 under the Regulations and runs from 1st October 2022 until 30th September 2023 (both dates inclusive). For racing seasons under the Regulations prior to 2019/20, ‘Point-to-Point Season’ means the season as previously defined in the Regulations.
‘The Racing Season’ for the purpose of these Regulations means Jump Season under the Rules of Racing as defined for 2022/23 runs from 23rd April 2022 up to and including 22nd April 2023.
Regulatory Information
HUNTER CERTIFICATES
Hunter Certificates and names of horses must be registered at the Equine Services Office, Weatherbys Ltd., Sanders Road, Wellingborough, Northants. NN8 4BX by 1200 on the Thursday before an entry can be made in any race at a Point-to-Point Meeting other than those held under Regulation 72 (vii) or (viii) (Steeplechases limited to the Hunt or Hunts promoting the meeting).
HORSES.
Horses are only eligible to be entered:-
(i) In Steeple Chases confined to a Regiment or Approved Club, Society or Association if they are the property of Members of such Regiment or Approved Club, Society or Association and have either a Hunter Certificate signed and issued by the Master of a recognised Hunt and signed by the owner(s), that has been registered in the manner required in Sub-Regulation (iii) of this Regulation, or express written permission waiving the requirement of such registration has been given by the British Horseracing Authority to the Regiment or Approved Club, Society or Association concerned. In the event of such permission being given: (a) the Regiment or Approved Club, Society or Association concerned must state in the conditions of entry for the Steeple Chase in question that no registration of Hunter Certificate is necessary and (b) the conditions of entry must require a Hunter’s Certificate for the horse to accompany the entry
(ii) In all other Steeple Chases if they are the property of either a Master, Member, Subscriber or Farmer, and if a Hunter Certificate signed and issued by the Master of that recognised Hunt and signed by the owner(s), upon the form issued by the Point-to-Point Authority, has been lodged at the Racing Calendar Office on payment of a fee of £291.60 (inc V.A.T.) for Registration and the Certificate has been registered. Registration cannot be effected unless the horse’s name has also been registered as required under Regulation 31.
RIDERS
1.
RIDERS QUALIFICATION CERTIFICATE
Riders who have reached the age of 16, must apply to the Point-to-Point Authority (PPA) for their Riders Qualification Certificate (RQC) using the application form available to download from the national website (www pointtopoint.co.uk or online if automated system in place).. All riders must complete the declaration of health included within the application form. Applications should be sent to the PPA at least TEN WORKING DAYS before the RQC is required.
• Riding Assessments - If this is your first application to ride in a point to point or you have not ridden in a point to point or a race over hurdles and fences since 1st December 2017, then you are required to complete a riding assessment prior to the issue of your RQC. Details of assessment days and individual assessors can be found at www.pointtopoint.co.uk in ‘guides and downloads’
• Riders Insurance - Compulsory Insurance for riders continues for the 2022/23 season from weigh-out to weigh-in and will include cover for death, permanent disablement, temporary total disablement and £10,000,000 Third Party Liability A large part of the RQC application fee is the insurance premium.
• Medicals - All riders falling into the following categories will also be required to submit a completed BHA Medical Form (available to download www.pointtopoint.co.uk) with their RQC application. This medical examination should be completed by the applicants GP.
1. All first time applicants
2. Every 5 years thereafter
3. From age 40, at time of application, every two years.
4. Applicants aged 50+ will require a new medical every 12 months at time of application, and may require greater scrutiny
Please check the latest medical requirements listed at www.pointtopoint.co.uk in Guides and Downloads/riders
An RQC WILL NOT BE ISSUED UNTIL THE APPLICANT HAS BEEN DECLARED FIT BY THE BRITISH HORSERACING AUTHORITY CHIEF MEDICAL ADVISER.
2. MEDICAL RECORD BOOKS.
Amateur jockeys riding under Rules, or those who already possess a Medical Record Book, will be issued with an RQC only All riders must take their RQC and their MRB to each Point-to-Point meeting. You can only hold one MRB which must have been issued by the British Horseracing Authority, Irish Turf Club, Jockey Club or the HRA The detail of injuries will be recorded in the MRB, and a Point-to-Point Doctor may declare you unfit to ride without specifying a period.
1. A rider who has been declared unfit to ride by a Point-to-Point Doctor may not ride in a race until he is passed fit to ride by The British Horseracing Authority Chief Medical Adviser or a Racecourse Medical Officer or Point-to-Point Doctor on a raceday Where a period of time is specified in the declaration a rider may only be passed fit to ride after this time has elapsed. Furthermore, where the injury was a fracture or dislocation the rider must be passed fit by the Chief Medical Adviser, Racecourse Medical Officer or Point-to-Point Doctor that it has subsequently healed, before he can be passed fit.
2. A rider who has been declared unfit to ride by a Racecourse Medical Officer must be passed as fit to ride by a) a Racecourse Medical Officer or b) a Point-to-Point Doctor, providing the latest injury in the MRB was not a fracture, dislocation or concussion or c) the British Horseracing Authority Chief Medical Adviser Where a period of time is specified in the declaration a rider may only be passed fit to ride after this time has elapsed.
4. USE OF SPECTACLES AND CONTACT LENSES.
In the interests of safety, no person shall ride in Point-to-Point races wearing spectacles or lensed goggles. In the case of people who wish to ride wearing contact lenses, the lenses must be of the soft type.
5. WHIPS.
Riders are advised that only whips of the following specifications may be used in Point-to-Points:-
(a) A maximum length, including the flap, of 68cm.
(b) A minimum diameter of 1cm.The only additional feature which may be attached to the whip is a flap. If a flap is attached it must fall within the specifications below:-
(c) A maximum length of flat from end of shaft of 10cm.
(d) A maximum width of flap of 4cm, with a minimum width of 2cm.
(e) The flap from the end of the shaft must not contain any reinforcements or additions.
(f) There shall be no binding within 23cm of the end of the flap.
(g) The contact area of the shaft must be smooth, with no protrusion or raised surface, and covered by shock absorbing material throughout its circumference such that it gives a compression factor of a least 6mm;
(h) The flap must have similar shock absorbing characteristics to that of the contact area;
(i) The overall weight must not exceed 160 gms.
Random checks will be carried out during the Season. Guidelines on the use of the whip are detailed in the Regulations under Appendix O.
7. SKULL CAPS.
REGULATION
115(II)
Only skull caps that satisfy all the requirements laid down below are approved by the British Horseracing Authority for use by a Rider on a racecourse or for riding in races.
A. Criteria
1. All skull caps shall:- meet PAS 015: 2011, SNELL E2001, VG1 01.040 2014-12, or UTAC/CRITT 04/2015; - have a CE marking; - be in a serviceable condition;
2. Skull caps shall NOT have a chin cup, cradle or draw lace.
3. The chin strap must pass under the jaw and be attached to the harness by a quick release buckle. Metal hooks are expressly forbidden.
B. The skull cap must be of the correct size for the individual Rider, the harness must be correctly adjusted and the chin strap fastened at all times when mounted on a horse.
C. As skull caps are designed for “single impact only” any skull cap which has been subjected to a severe impact or has been worn by a rider suffering concussion should not be regarded as serviceable and should be replaced.
D. If your skull cap does not comply, you are liable to be fined £50 upwards and will not be permitted to ride until you have one which meets the requirements.
OWNERS
8. PASSPORTS.
Owners are advised of the procedures for checking horses’ passports. Random checks will be carried out by the British Horseracing Authority Veterinary Officers and the Declarations Teams. Owners must ensure that their horses’ passports are available for inspection at any Point-to-Point meeting.
Owners are therefore strongly advised to check with their own Veterinary Surgeon that their horses are correctly vaccinated in accordance with the requirements of Regulation 36. Owners are reminded of the DEFRA regulations concerning the need to register a change of ownership.
Notification of a change of ownership needs to be registered at Weatherbys within thirty days of the change having taken place. To do this, the new owner needs to complete and return a change of ownership form which can be downloaded from http://www.pointtopoint.co.uk/pdfs/change_of_ownership_form.pdf
For further information please contact the Weatherbys Equine Services Department on 01933 440077, ext. 2349.
9. VACCINATIONS FOR HORSES.
Owners should be aware of Regulation 36(ii) concerning vaccinations for horses. Horses must have had two injections for primary vaccination given between 21 and 60 days apart, and where sufficient time has elapsed a first booster given not less than 120 days and not more than 180 days after the second component of the primary injection plus periodic boosters at intervals of not more than 6 months apart or such lesser time as the BHA may, in an emergency, decide. A booster must have been received within 6 months before 1 Jan 23. Where any horse’s vaccination programme has not been in accordance with the Regulations a new course of primary vaccinations must be given before the horse can race.
12. LIVERY YARDS.
Owners are reminded that if they keep their horses at livery, they must be fully aware of their responsibilities as an Owner.
13. HEADGEAR.
Owners are advised that they are required under the Regulations to state at declaration whether their horse is to wear headgear, or any combination of eyeshield, hood, visor, eyecover or sheepskin cheek pieces. A red hood may be used in the paddock and on the way to the start but the owner/keeper must send someone to the start to remove it.
14. TYING DOWN OF HORSES’ TONGUES AND BITTING.
On every occasion when a horse is to run with its tongue tied, the owner shall indicate on the Declaration Sheet if he wishes his horse to be withdrawn if the tongue strap cannot be fastened or is shed on the way to the start. The requests will be annotated on the list of declared runners and given to the starter It will be the starter’s responsibility to take a final decision as to whether or not any horse should run in these circumstances but, in reaching that decision he will take note of any such notification by the owner of the horse. When no declaration of tongue strap has been made a tongue strap must not be worn by the horse in the parade ring, on the way to the start or during the race. Failure to comply with this will result in a fine of not less than £75, although the horse may still run.
On every occasion when a horse is to run with its tongue tied, the owner is responsible for showing the horse, with its tongue tied, to the Veterinary Surgeon on duty on the course before it is allowed to proceed to the start. Disciplinary action will be taken against any owner who fails to comply with this notice on each occasion that his horse runs with its tongue tied.
Owners should ensure that horses do not run with tongue straps or other similar devices which encircle the horse’s tongue and are attached either directly or indirectly to the bridle.
Veterinary Surgeons will take note of the bitting of every horse brought into the parade ring.
Standard Conditions
1 The Racing Calendar Office of Weatherbys Ltd. receives entries submitted for acceptance as agent for the Racecourse Authority and only upon the terms of the Standard Conditions. Acceptance of entries is subject to the power to refuse to allow entries to be accepted conferred by the Rules of Racing on the British Horseracing Authority Ltd. Entries are accepted by the Racing Calendar Office, acting as aforesaid, causing the name of the horse in question to be published as being entered for the race in question either in The Racing Calendar, when the race closes more than six days before running, or, for other races, on the Racing Administration Internet Site (www2. racingadmin.co.uk) and ordinarily in the Sporting Press
2 The Standard Conditions subject to which every entry is submitted for acceptance are as follows:-
(a) The Owner (which expression shall in these Conditions include the Owner, as defined in the Rules of Racing, or any person in any way legally interested in the horse in question and his or their authorised agent) subjects himself in all respects to the Rules of Racing in force from time to time (and in respect of racing run outside Great Britain, to the Rules in force where so run).
(b) Neither:-
(i) the owners, the occupiers, the manager or the executive of the Racecourse to which the Entry relates (each and all of whom are herein collectively described as “the Racecourse Authority”) nor
(ii) any servant, agent or independent contractor (including Weatherbys Ltd., Weatherbys Bank Ltd. and RaceTech Ltd. and their respective servants and agents) of the Racecourse Authority (each and all of whom are herein collectively described as “Racecourse Employees”) nor
(iii) the Stewards of the meeting or any of the officials appointed for the meeting by the British Horseracing Authority Ltd. (each and all of whom are collectively referred to herein as “Officials”) shall in any circumstances whatsoever, including but not limited to the negligence of either the Racecourse Authority, Racecourse Employees or the Officials, be under any liability whatsoever to the Owner for any loss, injury, damage or delay of whatsoever kind suffered by or in respect of or in connection with any entered horse either at the Racecourse or at premises belonging to or occupied by the Racecourse Authority or elsewhere arising or resulting or indirectly from any act, neglect or default on the part of the Racecourse Authority or any Racecourse Employee or any Official and the Owner agrees not to sue any of the said Racecourse Authority, Racecourse Employees or Officials for or in respect of any such loss, injury, damage or delay Always provided that nothing in this paragraph shall exclude liability for death or personal injury resulting from the negligence of either the Racecourse Authority, Racecourse Employees or the Officials.
(c) The Racecourse Authority is or shall be deemed to be acting as agent or trustee on behalf of and for the benefit of all persons who are or might be from time to time Racecourse Employees or Officials and all such persons shall to this extent be or be deemed to be parties to the contract contained in or evidenced by this Entry
(d) In the event of the Directors of the British Horseracing Authority Ltd. in exercise of the powers conferred upon them by the Rules of Racing ordering the transfer to another racecourse of the race meeting to which the entry relates the entry is to be treated as a valid entry for the race at that other racecourse. Furthermore in the aforesaid event the benefit of these conditions is deemed to be assigned to the Racecourse Authority of the racecourse where the race meeting is held and the definitions and terms contained in (b) and (c) are to be read and construed as applying to the Racecourse Authority, Racecourse Employees and Officials of such racecourses.
(e) Effective from 12th February 2018
Without prejudice or limitation to the provisions of Condition 2(b) above, the Owner acknowledges and agrees that the horse ambulance providers acting as independent contractors to the Racecourse do not hold and are unable to obtain insurance in relation to transportation of already injured racehorses as such insurance is not available in the market. The Owner shall satisfy themselves as to the sufficiency of their insurance cover in relation to their racehorses and any loss, injury, damage or delay of whatsoever kind which they may suffer if transported by such horse ambulance providers. The limitation of liability and agreement not to sue contained with Condition 2(b) shall apply in relation to the Racecourse Authority, Racecourse Employees or Officials in respect of any such loss, injury, damage or delay of whatsoever kind which the Owner may suffer if racehorses are transported by such horse ambulance providers. The Owner agrees that this is a reasonable allocation of risk having considered the relevant circumstances.
Guide to making Entries
For those owners and riders who wish to participate in Hunter Chases, their attention is drawn to the following requirements, in particular those for the six-day entry system.
(1) Owners must be on the Register of Owners. Applications should be made online at http://www.britishhorseracing.com/regulation/ownership/become-an-owner/. An owner’s registration will become effective on the day of approval of the application. Applications, if received at Weatherbys before 12pm, will normally be approved on the same day; however, you should leave at least 48 hours for processing of the application.
(2) Owners’ colours must be registered. Registrations should be made online at http://www.britishhorseracing.com/regulation/ownership/racing-colours/ or via http://www2.racingadmin.co.uk if you are already a registered owner
(3) Riders must hold an Amateur Jockey’s Licence. The necessary application form is available from the Licensing Department, British Horseracing Authority, 75 High Holborn, London, WC1V 6LS.
(4) There is a need to check the conditions of the race, the closing date of entries and the declaration day for the race.
(5) A Hunter’s Certificate must have been registered at the Racing Calendar Office, Equine Services, Weatherbys, by 12 noon on the working day prior to the closing date for entries.
MAKING AN ENTRY
In July 2018 a number of changes were made to the operation of the Weatherbys Entries Call Centre. The most important of these was that the taking of Entries and Declarations moved entirely online via the BHA’s Racing Administration website (www2.racingadmin.co.uk).
This website has been adapted so that, Point-to-Point Owners and Keepers will be able to enter their horse(s) into Hunter Chases. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS WILL BE THE ONLY WAY THAT YOU WILL BE ABLE TO ENTER YOUR HORSE - TELEPHONE ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
REGISTERED OWNER WITH CURRENT ACCESS
If you are already a Registered Owner with current Racing Administration access your menu options will automatically be upgraded to allow you to enter your horse into a Hunter Chase direct from the Find Fixtures & Races option. You will simply need to find and select the Race you are interested in and view the Race Conditions; if the Race is open for entries, you will be able to select the ENTER RACE button and enter your horse.
Once you have made the Entry you will be able to maintain i.e. confirm, declare, book rider etc from the My Entries option under a new Hunter Chase menu.
REGISTERED OWNER WITHOUT CURRENT ACCESS
If you are already a Registered Owner, but do not yet have access to the Racing Administration website, please go to www2.racingadmin.co.uk and select the CLICK HERE option in the login box to request access.
Select Registered Owner (GB) from the list of Customer Types, complete the rest of the form and SUBMIT
Your access request will normally be processed within one working day, following which you will receive a confirmation email with a link to www2.racingadmin.co.uk. Please login using your email address and the password on your original application and simply follow the initial login set-up.
AUTHORISED KEEPER
If you are an Authorised Keeper, please go to www2.racingadmin.co.uk and select the CLICK HERE option in the login box to request access.
Select Hunter Trainer/Owner from the list of Customer Types then enter the name of one of your horses, complete the rest of the form, including selecting a password of your choice, and SUBMIT
Your access request will normally be processed within one working day, following which you will receive a confirmation email with a link to www2.racingadmin.co.uk. Please login using your email address and your password from your original application and simply follow the initial login set-up.
You will be able to enter your horse into a Hunter Chase direct from the Find Fixtures & Races option. You will simply need to find and select the Race you are interested in and view the Race Conditions. If the Race is open for entries, you will be able to select the ENTER RACE button and then select your horse from a bespoke listing of horses you are authorised for
Once you have made the Entry you will be able to maintain it, i.e. confirm, declare, book rider etc from the My Entries option under a new Hunter Chase menu.
If you have any questions regarding access, please call Web Support on 01933 304828 or if you require any assistance regarding the entries process, please call Weatherbys Racing Operations on 01933 440011.
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
Entries are accepted in accordance with the terms set out in the Standard Conditions as published on the Racing Admin website, and subject to the Rules of Racing.
Entries must be made via the BHA’s online entries system (www2.racingadmin.co.uk). A full user video guide is available at the following address: http://media.britishhorseracing.com/nras.
The Computer programs will carry out a simple check to determine whether a horse is qualified on age or sex. All other qualification checks will be carried out later in the processing cycle and after the entry deadline has elapsed.
Entries will normally close 6 days prior to the race, except for races taking place on a Saturday, which will normally close 5 days prior to the race.
Entries for some races close significantly earlier than the six/five-day stage. Please refer to individual race conditions for details and be aware that, in such early closing races, a confirmation of entry must also be made at the confirmation stage, 5 or 6 days prior to the race.
CANCELLING AN ENTRY BEFORE CLOSING
An entry already made may be cancelled at any time up to the closing deadline using the website.
ENTRY FEES
The Owner of a horse entered will become liable for payment of the Stake fee, as specified in the individual race conditions, together with an entry handling fee, as detailed in paragraphs 3 and 4 of the Race Entry Code of the Rules of Racing. Note: This fee is currently £36.20 (plus VAT), which is subject to review for 2023.
In addition, the following amounts will also be payable in respect of each entry:
The sum of £1.20 is payable to the Horseracing Betting Levy Board for the benefit of the Equine Infectious Diseases Services of the Animal Health Trust
The sum of £1.25 payable to the British Horseracing Authority for the benefit of the welfare of former racehorses.
MAKING A DECLARATION TO RUN
Under the six-day entry system, a declaration to run (not cancellation) must be made two days before the race. The deadline for declarations is a strict 10.00 a.m. If the horse is to carry any headgear (blinkers etc) or wear sheepskin cheekpieces, this must be selected at the time of declaration.
DECLARATION OF RIDERS
Declarations of Riders are also recorded via the entry website. It is normal for the declaration of Rider to be made at the time of entry or declaration to run. However, such declarations may also be made after 2.30 p.m. on the afternoon of the closing of entries and until 1.00 p.m. on the day of declaration to run. All declarations of Rider will be provisional and may be changed at any time until the deadline. After the deadline, the only circumstances under which a declared Rider may be substituted, are when the declared Rider is injured, ill, late, the meeting has been abandoned, a declared runner is withdrawn allowing the Rider to take another ride, or some other reason acceptable to the Stewards.
For details on how to declare a rider, please visit the help pages on the INFORMATION tab of the MAIN MENU The deadline for the declaration of riders is 1.00 p.m. on the day fixed for the declaration of horses. (Paragraphs 58 to 61 of the Race Entry Code of the Rules of Racing).
NON-RUNNERS
All non-runners must also be reported via the Entries website except in the hour prior to the race, in which case notification must be made to the Clerk of the Scales, on the racecourse. (Paragraphs 40 to 51 of the Race Entry Code of the Rules of Racing). The declarations clerk, on the racecourse, will be supplied with an up-to-date list of horses and riders. If there are no changes it will only be necessary to sign this list. This must be done at least 45 minutes prior to the race. Any changes must be notified to the declarations clerk at this time.
OVERWEIGHT
Under Rule (E)15, no rider may weigh out if he will be carrying 4lbs or more overweight.
Owners and Trainers should note that if they wish to substitute a declared Rider because he will be carrying overweight, a request for substitution must be submitted to the Stewards and, having been approved by the Stewards, the substitute rider must have weighed out at least a quarter of an hour before the time fixed for the race (Rule (E)17)
Furthermore, where a Rider is prevented from weighing out in the circumstances specified in Rule (E)15, the new Rider must be of a similar level regarding claiming a Rider’s allowance.
So, for example, a Rider who claims any Rider’s allowance must be replaced by a Rider who also claims any Rider’s allowance (paragraph 65 of the Race Entry Code).
SCRATCHINGS, CONFIRMATIONS OF ENTRY AND DECLARATIONS TO RUN
All scratchings, confirmations of entry and declarations to run must be made online via www.2racingadmin.co.uk. Scratchings must be made by 12 noon on the Tuesday fixed in the conditions of the race. Confirmations of entry must be made by 12 noon on the date advertised in the programme of the meeting. A declaration to run must be made two days before the race. The deadline for declarations is 10.00 a.m. (Paragraphs 33 to 39 of the Race Entry Code of the Rules of Racing).
BHA RACING ADMINISTRATION INTERNET SITE
Entries, scratchings, declarations to run, declarations of rider and declarations of non-runners have to be made on-line via the British Horseracing Authority Racing Administration site. Access to this site is restricted to owners, riders agents, trainers and keepers. Automatic access will be granted on the approval of registration as an owner or, for a keeper, by from instructions following the registration of a hunter certificate. Anyone wishing to register, please go to http://www.britishhorseracing.com/regulation/ownership/become-an-owner
Important Notice On Vaccination
This coming Hunter Chase season there is a requirement for a Trainer/Keeper to use the Vaccination App when updating the vaccination records for their horses.
Please note that the Vaccination Code in the BHA Rules Of Racing states that; `An entry for a race, or a confirmation of entry in respect of early closers, will not be accepted for any horse unless it has a correct vaccination record on the Vaccination App.’
For horses to run in Hunter Chases, their vaccinations must be uploaded on to the Vaccination App by Noon on the day of entry
For any horse with a previously approved record already on the Vaccination App, all subsequent vaccinations uploaded by a Trainer/Keeper need to be verified by your yard vet, and this vet verification must also be done by Noon on the day of entry. It is your responsibility to check that your vet has verified the vaccinations for your horse prior to entry. Please make sure you are aware of the current vaccination rules and vaccination intervals. For further guidance please see-: media.britishhorseracing.com/bha/Veterinary_Resources/EI_October21_update.pdf rules.britishhorseracing.com/#!/book/34/chapter/s3534-vaccinations-code/content
The Weatherbys Equine Customer Service team will take any queries relating to this via phone and email. 01933 304808 vaccapp@weatherbys.co.uk
Point To Point Bumpers
EXETER
Second March Meeting, 2023 (OVER THE COURSE AT HALDON)
SUNDAY, MARCH
26TH
In exceptional circumstances the Stewards may direct that all races be run on either the steeple chase or hurdles course bend on the home turn Entries must be made by noon March 20th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 24th TO CLOSE ON MARCH 20th
THE
POINT-TO-POINT BUMPER MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £4000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2112 to the winning horse
The second to receive £972, the third £486, the fourth £243 and the fifth £121 for maiden four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing and which, during the current Point-To-Point season and before March 20th, 2023, have, on at least one occasion, finished first, 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 161yds)
Enter by noon, March 20th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th Weights: 4-y-o........11st 2lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 12lb Fillies and mares allowed........................................................................................................................7lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who have ridden in a Point-to-Point Steeple Chase in Great Britian during the current Point-to-Point season
In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse. This race may be permitted to divide
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 profile, 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 modified Regulation 34 so that running in this race will not affect a horse’s eligibility for Point-to-Points.
If qualified, privately trained horses may run in this race under Rule (C)1 (as modified). (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 modified Rule (C)1 and Schedule (F)8 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race.
AINTREE
May (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 19TH
All races to be run over the Mildmay Course Entries must be made by noon May 13th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 17th
TO CLOSE ON MAY 13th
THE “POINT-TO-POINT” BUMPER STANDARD NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 3) (AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £8300 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4318 to the winning horse The second to receive £1985, the third £992, the fourth £496, the fifth £248 and the sixth £123 for four, five 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 April 2022, and after October 2020 and before May 7th, 2022, have, on at least one occasion, finished first, 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 13th and pay £41 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 17th
Weights: 4-y-o........11st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 12lb Fillies and mares allowed........................................................................................................................7lb Penalties, a winner of a race....................................................................................................................5lb 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
A memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person responsible for the best turned out horse 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 profile, 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 modified Regulation 34 so that running in this race will not affect a horse’s eligibility for Point-to-Points.
If qualified, privately trained horses may run in this race under Rule (C)1 (as modified). (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 modified Rule (C)1 and Schedule (F)8 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race.
STRATFORD-ON-AVON
First June (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), JUNE 2ND
Note: Stratford-On-Avon is using “One-Fit” Padded hurdles at all of its fixtures in the 2020 Season. These hurdles consist of standard timber hurdle frames fitted with convex-shaped foam padding rather than birch.
Entries must be made by noon May 27th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 31st
TO CLOSE ON MAY 27th
THE IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING CHAMPION “POINT-TO-POINT” BUMPER STANDARD NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £6000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3267 to the winning horse
The second to receive £1505, the third £752 and the fourth £376 for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing except “Point-to-Point” Bumpers staged in Great Britain and after October 2020 and before May 21st, 2022, have, on at least one occasion, finished first, 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 HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds)
Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £30 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st
Weights: 4-y-o........11st 5lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o................................................................................. 11st 10lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 5lb Of 2 races 8lb
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
IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING has kindly sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £75 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee 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 Irish Thoroughbred Marketing. 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.
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 profile, 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 modified Regulation 34 so that running in this race will not affect a horse’s eligibility for Point-to-Points.
If qualified, privately trained horses may run in this race under Rule (C)1 (as modified).
(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 modified Rule (C)1 and Schedule (F)8 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race.
Hunter Chases
TAUNTON
First January Meeting, 2023 MONDAY, JANUARY 9TH
Entries must be made by noon January 3rd Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. January 7th TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 3rd
THE GEOFFREY BOSLEY ‘TALLY HO’ 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 fifth £204 for five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2m 7f 3yds)
Enter by noon, January 3rd and pay £32 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 7th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 4lb; 6-y-o and up................................................................................... 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb (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. 16
HC
LUDLOW CLUB
Second January Meeting, 2023 THURSDAY, JANUARY 19TH
Entries must be made by noon January 13th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. January 17th TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 13th
THE C.B.PROTECTION 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 five yrs old and upwards about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds)
Enter by noon, January 13th and pay £30 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 17th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 4lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb
(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 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, 2023 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25TH
Entries must be made by noon January 19th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. January 23rd
TO CLOSE ON JANUARY
19th
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 five yrs old and upwards about THREE MILES (3m)
Enter by noon, January 19th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 23rd
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 4lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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. 18 HC
HEREFORD
Third January Meeting, 2023 MONDAY, 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 EILEEN BENNETT MEMORIAL 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 five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 194yds)
Enter by noon, January 24th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 28th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb (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 Family of Eileen Bennett have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will give a cash prize to the person, who in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race
WINCANTON
First February Meeting, 2023 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND
Entries must be made by noon January 27th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. January 31st TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 27th
THE COLIN LEWIS MEMORIAL 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 five yrs old and upwards
THREE MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONGS (3m 1f 30yds)
Enter by noon, January 27th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 31st
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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 LEWIS FAMILY have 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 kindly donated by the previous sponsor, The FAMILY OF THE LATE STEWART TORY, is to be held by the winning owner until next January. 18 HC
WETHERBY
First February Meeting, 2023 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH
Entries must be made by noon January 30th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 2nd TO CLOSE ON JANUARY 30th
THE STRATSTONE HARROGATE 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 30th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 2nd Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb (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
Stratstone Harrogate have generously supported this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 20 HC
LUDLOW
Attwood February Meeting, 2023 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH
Entries must be made by noon February 2nd Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 6th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 2nd
THE CHASE MEREDITH MEMORIAL TROPHY 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 not won more than three steeple chases about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds)
Enter by noon, February 2nd and pay £30 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 6th Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb (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 LUDLOW RACE CLUB 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 2023 18 HC
FFOS LAS
February Meeting, 2023 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH
Entries must be made by noon February 3rd Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 7th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 3rd
THE FEDWEN TENTAGE WELSH FOXHUNTER 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 five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 199yds)
Enter by noon, February 3rd and pay £35 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 7th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2019, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb
(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 18 HC
BANGOR-ON-DEE
February Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10TH
Entries must be made by noon February 4th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 8th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 4th
THE JOHN HEWITT MEMORIAL WELSH FOXHUNTERS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £7000
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3476 to the winning horse
The second to receive £1739, the third £868, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217 for six yrs old and upwards about THREE MILES (3m 5yds)
Enter by noon, February 4th and pay £35 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 8th Weights: 11st 12lb each
Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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.
Along with the presentation of the John Hewitt Memorial Trophy to be returned to the racecourse by 1st February 2023.
In addition, £50 will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 18 HC
LEICESTER
Second February Meeting, 2023 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH
Entries must be made by noon February 10th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 14th
TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 10th
THE DICK SAUNDERS 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 six yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 151yds)
Enter by noon, February 10th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th
Weights: 12st each
Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb
Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
The Dick Saunders Challenge Trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be returned by February 1st, 2023.
NOTE: For the year 2023, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2022.
FAKENHAM
Second February Meeting, 2023
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH
Entries must be made by noon February 11th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 15th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 11th
THE WILLIAM BULWER LONG MEMORIAL ‘GRASSROOTS’
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 five yrs old and upwards, which, after 2020, have run in a British Point-to-Point steeple chase about THREE MILES (3m 38yds)
Free Entry by noon, February 11th Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 15th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up................................................................................... 11st 12lb Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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. She will also present a Challenge Trophy, to be held by the winning owner until February 1st, 2023. 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 specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 16 HC
KELSO
February Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH Entries must be made by noon February 11th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 15th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 11th
THE RACING TV 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 five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 7f 96yds) Enter by noon, February 11th and pay £33 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 15th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up................................................................................... 11st 12lb Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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 in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
HAYDOCK PARK
February Meeting, 2023 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18TH
In respect of the William Hill Rendlesham Hurdle Race, Supplementary entries may be made by Noon on February 16th Entries must be made by noon February 13th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 16th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 13th
THE PERTEMPS NETWORK WALRUS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)
Total prize fund £15000
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7699 to the winning horse
The second to receive £3850, the third £1924 and the fourth £963 for five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS, Lancashire Course (2m 6f 54yds)
Enter by noon, February 13th and pay £75 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 16th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................3lb
Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 6lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. Pertemps have generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £100 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. The British Horseracing Authority has modified Schedule (B)3 Paragraphs 24 and 26 for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualified to run if they are qualified in Ireland and have a Hunters Certificate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled. The British Horseracing Authority has modified 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. 20 HC
TAUNTON
Second February Meeting, 2023 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST
Note: Taunton is using “One-Fit” Padded hurdles at all of its fixtures in the 2019-2020 Season These hurdles consist of standard timber hurdle frames fitted with convex-shaped foam padding rather than birch. Entries must be made by noon February 15th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 19th
TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 15th
THE TAUNTON RACECOURSE 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 fifth £204 for five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2m 7f 3yds)
Enter by noon, February 15th and pay £32 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 19th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up................................................................................... 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb (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 A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 will also be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse.
FONTWELL PARK
Second February Meeting, 2023 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26TH
In respect of the Stella Artois National Spirit Hurdle Race, Supplementary entries may be made by Noon on February 20th Entries must be made by noon February 20th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 24th TO CLOSE
ON FEBRUARY 20th
THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (For The Whitelaw Challenge Cup)
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 five yrs old and upwards
THREE MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (3m 1f 210yds)
Enter by noon, February 20th and pay £35 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 24th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up................................................................................... 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb
Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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 Whitelaw Challenge Cup will be awarded to the winning connections but will be retained afterwards by Fontwell Park Racecourse. Fontwell Park will award a prize to the person responsible for the horse adjudged to be best turned out. The British Horseracing Authority has modified Schedule (B)3 Paragraphs 24 and 26 for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualified to run if they are qualified in Ireland and have a Hunters Certificate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled. The British Horseracing Authority has modified 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. 16 HC
LEICESTER
Third February Meeting, 2023 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH
Entries must be made by noon February 22nd Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 26th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 22nd
THE BETTING AND GAMING COUNCIL OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)
Total prize fund £15000
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7699 to the winning horse
The second to receive £3850, the third £1924 and the fourth £963 for six yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 151yds)
Enter by noon, February 22nd and pay £75 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th Weights: 11st 12lb each
Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................3lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 6lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. The British Horseracing Authority has modified Schedule (B)3 Paragraphs 24 and 26 for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualified to run if they are qualified in Ireland and have a Hunters Certificate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled. The British Horseracing Authority has modified 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
Third February Meeting, 2023 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH
Entries must be made by noon February 22nd Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 26th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 22nd
THE RETIRE A MILITARY WORKING ANIMAL #DATR MAIDEN 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 maiden six yrs old and upwards, which have finished first, second, third or fourth in a British Point-to-Point steeple chase TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 25yds)
Enter by noon, February 22nd and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys 14 HC
MUSSELBURGH
First March Meeting, 2023 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1ST
Entries must be made by noon February 23rd Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 27th TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 23rd
THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (CORINTHIAN SPIRIT QUALIFIER)
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 five yrs old and upwards, which, after 2020, have started in a British Point-to-Point Steeple Chase about THREE MILES (2m 7f 170yds)
Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up................................................................................... 11st 12lb Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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
Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.
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 28th, 2023.
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 qualified 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.
WINCANTON
First March Meeting, 2023
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1ST
Entries must be made by noon February 23rd Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. February 27th
TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY
23rd
THE DICK AND SUE WOODHOUSE MEMORIAL HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 6) (FOR THE DICK WOODHOUSE TROPHY)
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 five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 35yds)
Enter by noon, February 23rd and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 27th
Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up.................................................................................. 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb
(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 18 HC
SOUTHWELL
First March Meeting, 2023 MONDAY, MARCH 6TH
All Hurdle Races to be run over the slightly modified Fixed Brush Hurdles. Any trainer wishing to school over these obstacles may do so on the All Weather Track by prior arrangement with the Clerk of the Course.
Entries must be made by noon February 28th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 4th
CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 28th
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2781 to the winning horse
The second to receive £1391, the third £694, the fourth £348 and the fifth £173 for five yrs old and upwards about THREE MILES (3m 60yds) Enter by noon, February 28th and pay £28 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 4th
Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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
CATTERICK BRIDGE
March Meeting, 2023 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8TH
Entries must be made by noon March 2nd Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 6th TO CLOSE ON MARCH 2nd
THE SUPPORT JACK BERRY HOUSE NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE
Total prize fund £5000
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2483 to the winning horse
CHASE (CLASS 5)
The second to receive £1242, the third £620, the fourth £311 and the fifth £155 for novice five yrs old and upwards THREE MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (3m 1f 54yds)
Enter by noon, March 2nd and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 6th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase ......................................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
CATTERICK RACECOURSE 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.
16 HC
LEICESTER
March Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY, 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 SOUTH NOTTS HUSSARS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £5750 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2951 to the winning horse
The second to receive £1476, the third £737 and the fourth £369 for five yrs old and upwards about TWO MILES (1m 7f 201yds) Enter by noon, March 4th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb
(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 18 HC
STRATFORD-ON-AVON
The Sky Bet Season Opener, 2023 MONDAY, MARCH 13TH
Note: Stratford-On-Avon is using “One-Fit” Padded hurdles at all of its fixtures in the 2020 Season These hurdles consist of standard timber hurdle frames fitted with convex-shaped foam padding rather than birch. Entries must be made by noon March 7th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 11th
TO CLOSE ON MARCH 7th
THE pointtopoint.co.uk NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £3500 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £1796 to the winning horse
The second to receive £898, the third £449 and the fourth £224 for novice five yrs old and upwards TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 205yds) Enter by noon, March 7th and pay £17 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 11th
Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase ......................................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb 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 2023, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2022. 14 HC
CHELTENHAM
THE FESTIVAL MEETING, 2023 FRIDAY, MARCH 17TH (NEW COURSE)
In respect of the Cheltenham Gold Cup Steeple Chase, the Albert Bartlett (Spa) Novices’ Hurdle Race and the JCB Triumph Hurdle Race, Supplementary entries may be made by Noon on March 13th Entries must be made by noon March 11th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 15th
TO CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 28th
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 fifth £1530 and the sixth £765 for five yrs old and upwards, which, are qualified to run in Hunters’ Steeple Chases under the Running Requirements Code and which, since October 1st, 2020, and before February 28th, 2023, 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 28th and pay £60 stake Confirm by noon, March 11th and pay £190 Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 15th
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’ Qualified 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, 2024. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and stable employee responsible for the winning horse, and a £200 award given to the stable employee 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.
PLEASE NOTE: Any horse for whom a confirmation of entry has been submitted will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fixed for declaration, it has been declared to run in any other race at the 2023 Cheltenham Festival, which has yet to take place. (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 modified paragraph 16 of the Running Requirements Code for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualified to run if they are qualified in Ireland and have a Hunters Certificate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled.
The British Horseracing Authority has modified 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 Confirmation (March 11th, 2023) 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 final.
PLEASE NOTE: Any horse for whom a confirmation of entry has been submitted will not be permitted to declare to run if, at the time fixed 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 Confirmation of Entry under will not be accepted for any horse for whom a Medication Declaration Form A is not submitted to the BHA via cheltenham-meds@britishhorseracing.com by 7th March, 2023.
FAKENHAM
The County Food Trust Raceday, 2023 FRIDAY, MARCH 17TH
Entries must be made by noon March 11th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 15th TO CLOSE ON MARCH 11th
THE ROBERT HOARE MEMORIAL 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 five yrs old and upwards about THREE MILES (3m 38yds) Free Entry by noon, March 11th Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 15th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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, to be returned to Fakenham Racecourse by 1st March 2023.
SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 16 HC
CARLISLE
Second March Meeting, 2023 SUNDAY, MARCH 19TH
Entries must be made by noon March 13th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 17th
TO CLOSE ON MARCH 13th
THE COCKLAKES 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 five yrs old and upwards
THREE MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (3m 110yds)
Enter by noon, March 13th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 17th
Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb
Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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 £50 presented to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 17 HC
LUDLOW CLUB
Second March Meeting, 2023 THURSDAY, MARCH 23RD
Entries must be made by noon March 17th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 21st TO CLOSE ON MARCH 17th
THE LLOYDS ANIMAL FEEDS OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (for The Ludlow Gold Cup)
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 five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds) Enter by noon, March 17th and pay £30 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 21st Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up.................................................................................. 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb (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
LLOYDS ANIMAL FEEDS 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.
THE LUDLOW GOLD CUP to be held by the winning owner until December 31st, 2023. 18 HC
NEWBURY
Second March Meeting, 2023
FRIDAY, MARCH 24TH
Entries must be made by noon March 18th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 22nd TO CLOSE ON MARCH 18th
THE IRWIN MITCHELL 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 six yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 7f 86yds) Enter by noon, March 18th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 22nd Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb (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
IRWIN MITCHELL SOLICITORS has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.
EXETER
Second March Meeting, 2023 (OVER THE COURSE AT HALDON) SUNDAY, MARCH 26TH
In exceptional circumstances the Stewards may direct that all races be run on either the steeple chase or hurdles course bend on the home turn
Entries must be made by noon March 20th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 24th
TO CLOSE ON MARCH 20th
THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN RACES COMPANY LTD NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS
6)
Total prize fund £4000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £1986 to the winning horse
The second to receive £994, the third £496, the fourth £248 and the fifth £124 for novice five yrs old and upwards about THREE MILES (3m 54yds) Enter by noon, March 20th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th Weights: 5-y-o..........11st 8lb; 6-y-o and up................................................................................... 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb 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 directors of Totnes and Bridgetown Races Co Ltd, for their continued support to Exeter Racecourse
NOTE: For the year 2023, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2022. 16 HC
WARWICK
Third March Meeting, 2023 THURSDAY, MARCH 30TH
Entries must be made by noon March 24th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. March 28th
TO CLOSE ON MARCH 24th
THE AIR WEDDING 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 five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f) Enter by noon, March 24th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 28th
Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb
Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb (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
The winning owner will receive the Air Wedding Challenge Trophy, to be held until February 1st, the following year, kindly presented by Mrs John Thorne in memory of her husband, the late John Thorne, the owner of Air Wedding.
LUDLOW CLUB
First April Meeting, 2023 MONDAY, 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 28th
THE HEATH FARM MEATS 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 five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds)
Enter by noon, March 28th and pay £30 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 1st Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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
HEATH FARM MEATS have kindly contributed towards the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB 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.
A Challenge Trophy, presented to Ludlow Race Club, in memory of Sir Phillip and Lady Magnus-Allcroft of Stokesay Court, is to be held by the winning owner until December 31st, 2023. 18 HC
FAKENHAM
Easter Meeting, 2023
MONDAY (BANK HOLIDAY), APRIL 10TH
The British Horseracing Authority has modified BHAGI 2.1 in respect of this day’s race programme Entries must be made by noon April 4th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 8th
TO CLOSE ON APRIL 4th
THE QUEEN’S CUP OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)
(For the Queen’s Cup)
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 five yrs old and upwards about THREE MILES (3m 38yds) Free Entry by noon, April 4th Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 8th
Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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
HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II graciously presented a Challenge Cup, to be held by the winning owner until March 1st, 2024.
SPECIAL NOTE: Whilst there is no Owners’ stake money payable for entry into this race, the usual fees specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 16 HC
EXETER
First April Meeting, 2023 TUESDAY, APRIL 11TH
In exceptional circumstances the Stewards may direct that all races be run on either the steeple chase or hurdles course bend on the home turn 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 EXETER SUPPORTS P2P 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 five yrs old and upwards about THREE MILES (3m 54yds) Enter by noon, April 5th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th
Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up.................................................................................. 11st 12lb Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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. 18 HC
AINTREE
The Randox Grand National Festival, 2023
THURSDAY, 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 MARCH 21st
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 fifth £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 2020, and before March 21st, 2023, have finished first, second or third in a Hunters’ steeple chase on two occasions OR have finished first, 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 qualified for a rating in Great Britain, Ireland or France may also be entered. Such horses may be eligible provided the Handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day prior to confirmation would merit a minimum rating of 100. The decision of the BHA Handicapper shall be final.
TWO
MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 19yds)
(Over the Grand National Course)
Enter by noon, March 21st and pay £75 stake Confirm by noon, April 7th and pay £175 Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th Weights: 12st each Mares allowed 7lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys holding ‘Category B’ permits to ride, or Amateur Jockeys riding under the provisions of Rule (B)31. 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, 2024. 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 confirmation.)
The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraphs 16 to 19 of the Running Requirements Code for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualified to run if they are qualified in Ireland and have a Hunters Certificate 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 modified 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.
The British Horseracing Authority may exercise its powers under Rule (I)2 to refuse to allow a horse duly entered to run when they have reason to be concerned about the horse’s suitability for the race. Any horse for whom a Confirmation 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 Officers for a pre-race veterinary inspection and must pass the inspection Any horse considered unfit 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 mandatory briefing which must be attended by all riders taking part in this race will take place in the Stewards Room at 12 noon
A Confirmation of Entry will not be accepted for any horse for whom a Medication Declaration Form A is not submitted to the BHA by 5th April, 2023
TAUNTON
First April Meeting, 2023 THURSDAY, APRIL 13TH
Note: Taunton is using “One-Fit” Padded hurdles at all of its fixtures in the 2019-2020 Season These hurdles consist of standard timber hurdle frames fitted with convex-shaped foam padding rather than birch.
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 THANKS TO THE SOUTH WEST RACING CLUB 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 fifth £201 for five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2m 7f 3yds) Enter by noon, April 7th and pay £32 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th
Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up.................................................................................. 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2020, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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 A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £50 will also be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse. 16 HC WINCANTON
Second April Meeting, 2023 SUNDAY, APRIL 16TH
Entries must be made by noon April 10th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 14th TO CLOSE ON APRIL 10th
THE 2ND JOHN DUFOSEE NOVICES’ 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 novice five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 35yds)
Enter by noon, April 10th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th Weights: 11st 12lb each
Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
THE FAMILY OF THE LATE JOHN DUFOSEE will present a trophy to the winning owner to be held until next March. In addition, a prize will be presented to the stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse. NOTE: For the year 2023, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2022. 16 HC
KELSO
April Meeting, 2023 MONDAY, APRIL 17TH
Entries must be made by noon April 11th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 15th TO CLOSE ON APRIL 11th
THE BREWIN DOLPHIN 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 five yrs old and upwards, which have a registered Hunter’s certificate issued by a Hunt affiliated to the Northern Point-to-Point Association and which have not won a steeple chase, hurdle race, National Hunt Flat race or flat race under any recognised Rules of Racing
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 7f 96yds)
Enter by noon, April 11th and pay £35 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 15th Weights: 5-y-o............11st 12lb; 6-y-o and up.......................................................................................12st Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys This race has been generously sponsored by Brewin Dolphin 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 certified during the current season by Masters of a Hunt affiliated to the Northern Point-to-Point Association are qualified 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 28th, 2023.
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 qualified 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. 14 HC
EXETER
Second April (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), APRIL 21ST
In exceptional circumstances the Stewards may direct that all races be run on either the steeple chase or hurdles course bend on the home turn Entries must be made by noon April 15th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 19th
TO CLOSE ON APRIL 15th
THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN RACES CO LTD INTERMEDIATE 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 five yrs old and upwards, which, during the current season, have Started in an Intermediate Series Point-to-Point Steeple Chase (Qualifier) at one of the undermentioned Hunts. In the event of the abandonment of a Qualifier, any horse which had been entered to run at the time of abandonment will also be qualified to enter this Exeter Final. Participating Hunts hosting qualifying races: Cornwall Hunt Club at Wadebridge, Modbury at Buckfastleigh, Tiverton Foxhounds at Chipley Park, Dart Vale & Haldon Harriers at Buckfastleigh, Lamerton at Kilworthy, Four Burrow at Trebuddon, Spooners & West Dartmoor at Cherrybrook, Silverton at Dunsmore. In entering for this race, the name of the Hunt represented must be stated.
about THREE MILES (3m 54yds) Enter by noon, April 15th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 19th
Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up.................................................................................. 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb (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. With thanks to Totnes And Bridgetown Races Co LTD for their continued support to Hunter Chasing. 18 HC
STRATFORD-ON-AVON
Second April Meeting, 2023 SUNDAY, APRIL 23RD
Note: Stratford-On-Avon is using “One-Fit” Padded hurdles at all of its fixtures in the 2020 Season These hurdles consist of standard timber hurdle frames fitted with convex-shaped foam padding rather than birch.
Entries must be made by noon April 17th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 21st
TO CLOSE ON APRIL 17th
THE STRATFORD “GRASSROOTS” OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £3500 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £1796 to the winning horse
The second to receive £898, the third £449 and the fourth £224 for six yrs old and upwards, which, after 2020, have not won more than four steeple chases and which have finished first, 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 17th and pay £17 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 21st Weights: 11st 10lb each
Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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 has 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. 16 HC
HEXHAM
April Meeting, 2023 MONDAY, APRIL 24TH
Entries must be made by noon April 18th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 22nd TO CLOSE ON APRIL 18th
THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON TWITTER 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 five yrs old and upwards about THREE MILES (3m 41yds) Enter by noon, April 18th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd
Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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.
HC
THE
KEMPTON PARK
Seventh April (Evening) Meeting, 2023 MONDAY (EVENING), APRIL 24TH
Entries must be made by noon April 18th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 22nd
TO CLOSE ON APRIL 18th
RACING TV 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, April 18th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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 Racing TV has generously sponsored this race and will send a memento to the winning owner 20 HC
LUDLOW CLUB
Second April Meeting, 2023 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26TH Entries must be made by noon April 20th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 24th TO CLOSE
ON APRIL 20th
THE EDDIE MAPP 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 five yrs old and upwards about THREE MILES (2m 7f 171yds) Enter by noon, April 20th and pay £30 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th
Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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 FAMILY OF THE LATE EDDIE MAPP have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB 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.
THE EDDIE MAPP MEMORIAL TROPHY to be held by the winning owner until December 31st 2023 18 HC
CHEPSTOW
Third April (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), APRIL 28TH
Entries must be made by noon April 22nd Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. April 26th TO CLOSE
ON APRIL 22nd
THE DUNRAVEN BOWL NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £5600 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2874 to the winning horse
The second to receive £1437, the third £718 and the fourth £359 for novice five yrs old and upwards, which, before 2023, have not won a steeple chase, hurdle race, National Hunt Flat race or Flat race under any recognised Rules of Racing, and have a Hunters’ Certificate issued during the current season by one of the undermentioned Hunts and which, after November 2021, have placed first or second 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 22nd and pay £28 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 26th
Weights: 5-y-o.........11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up.................................................................................. 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb
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: Banwen Miners, Brecon & Talybont, Carmarthenshire, Curre & Llangibby, Gelligaer Farmers, Glamorgan, Llandeilo Farmers, Llangeinor, Llynfi Vale, Monmouthshire, Pembrokeshire, Pentyrch, South Pembrokeshire, Tivyside, Tredegar Farmers, Vale of Clettwr, West Wales Area Club and Ystrad Taf Fechan (In entering for this race, the name of the Hunt represented must be stated).
NOTE: For the year 2023, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2022. 16 HC
CHELTENHAM
May (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 5TH (NEW COURSE)
Entries must be made by noon April 29th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 3rd
TO CLOSE ON APRIL 29th
THE INEOS GRENADIER 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 five yrs old and upwards, which during the current Point-to-Point season and prior to April 29th, 2023, have been placed first, 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 29th and pay £48 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 3rd Weights: 11st 12lb each
Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 3lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................6lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys INEOS has generously sponsored this race.
Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and rider and a £100 award given to the person 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 INEOS GRENADIER 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.
All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of INEOS GRENADIER.
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 British Horseracing Authority has modified the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race and, if elimination is necessary, those horses which have been placed first or second in a Point-to-Point during the current Point-to-Point season will, as far as possible, not be eliminated. Horses placed first will be given priority over horses placed second only 20 SNC HC
CHELTENHAM
May (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 5TH (NEW COURSE)
Entries must be made by noon April 29th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 3rd
TO CLOSE ON APRIL 29th
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 five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 4f 127yds)
Enter by noon, April 29th and pay £27 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 3rd Weights: 11st 12lb each
Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 3lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 6lb 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 given to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
20 HC
CHELTENHAM
May (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 5TH (NEW COURSE)
Entries must be made by noon April 29th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 3rd
TO CLOSE ON APRIL 29th
THE NAF 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 five yrs old and upwards, which during the current Point-to-Point Season and prior to April 29th, 2023, have finished first, second, third or fourth in an Intermediate Point-to-Point Steeple Chase
THREE MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (3m 2f)
Enter by noon, April 29th and pay £50 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 3rd Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and rider and a £100 award given to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race and, if elimination is necessary, those horses which have been placed first 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 first will be given priority over horses placed second only. 20 HC
CHELTENHAM
May (Evening) Meeting, 2023
FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 5TH (NEW COURSE)
Entries must be made by noon April 29th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 3rd TO
CLOSE ON APRIL 29th
THE IRISH THOROUGHBRED MARKETING 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 five yrs old and upwards mares only THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 1f 56yds) Enter by noon, April 29th and pay £35 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 3rd Weights: 11st 8lb each Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 3lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................6lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
Irish Thoroughbred Marketing has kindly sponsored this race and presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £150 award given to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
20
HC
CHELTENHAM
May (Evening) Meeting, 2023
FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 5TH (NEW COURSE)
Entries must be made by noon April 29th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 3rd TO CLOSE ON APRIL 29th
THE VISIT CHELTENHAM 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 five 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 29th and pay £27 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 3rd Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................3lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 6lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £150 cash prize awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 20 HC
CHELTENHAM
May (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 5TH (NEW COURSE)
Entries must be made by noon April 29th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 3rd
TO CLOSE ON APRIL 29th
THE KTDA 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 qualified 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 29th and pay £35 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 3rd Weights: 12st each Mares allowed 7lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
KTDA Racing has generously sponsored this race. Presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and rider and an award of £100 to the person in charge of the best turned out horse 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). 20 HC
CHELTENHAM
May (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), MAY 5TH (NEW COURSE)
Entries must be made by noon April 29th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 3rd TO CLOSE
ON APRIL 29th
THE DOMINIC CHAPMAN MEMORIAL 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 five yrs old and upwards
FOUR MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (4m 97yds)
Enter by noon, April 29th and pay £35 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 3rd Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................3lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 6lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
The family of Dominic Chapman has kindly sponsored this race and presentations will be made to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £150 cash prize will be given to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
The British Horseracing Authority has modified Schedule (B)3 Paragraphs 24 and 26 for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualified to run if they are qualified in Ireland and have a Hunters Certificate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled.
The British Horseracing Authority has modified 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.
FAKENHAM
May Meeting, 2023
TUESDAY, MAY 9TH
The British Horseracing Authority has modified BHAGI 2.1 in respect of this day’s race programme
Entries must be made by noon May 3rd Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 7th TO CLOSE ON MAY 3rd
THE TURNER TROPHY “GRASSROOTS” MAIDEN 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 maiden five yrs old and upwards, which after 2020, have started in a Point-to-Point steeple chase in Great Britain about THREE MILES (3m 38yds) Free Entry by noon, May 3rd Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th Weights: 12st each Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
THE TURNER FAMILY has very generously provided a Perpetual Challenge Trophy, which is 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 specified under the provisions of the Race Entry Code will be payable for each horse entered. 14
HC
KELSO
First May Meeting, 2023 WEDNESDAY, MAY 10TH
Entries must be made by noon May 4th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 8th TO CLOSE ON MAY 4th
THE RACING TOGETHER NOVICES’ 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 novice five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 5f 133yds)
Enter by noon, May 4th and pay £33 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 8th Weights: 11st 12lb each
Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb
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.
NOTE: For the year 2023, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2022. 12 HC
HUNTINGDON
First May Meeting, 2023
THURSDAY, MAY 11TH
Entries must be made by noon May 5th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 9th TO CLOSE ON MAY 5th
THE RACING TV 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
THREE MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (3m 6f 162yds)
Enter by noon, May 5th and pay £23 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th Weights: 11st 12lb each
Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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 has generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race.
HEXHAM
Second May Meeting, 2023 SATURDAY, MAY 13TH
Entries must be made by noon May 8th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 11th
TO CLOSE ON MAY 8th
THE PAXTONS NO1 CASEIH DEALER FOR UK & ROI MAIDEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)
(For the Heart of all England Trophy)
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 five yrs old and upwards, which, after October 31st, 2021 have Started in a Point-to-Point Steeple Chase in Great Britain
about THREE MILES (3m 41yds)
Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £30 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th Weights: 12st each
Mares allowed 7lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
Paxtons have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize of £30.00 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.
NEWTON ABBOT
Second May Meeting, 2023 WEDNESDAY, MAY 17TH
Entries must be made by noon May 11th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 15th TO CLOSE ON MAY 11th
THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN STEEPLECHASE COMPANY 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, which have not won more than three steeple chases THREE MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (3m 1f 170yds) Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £15 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 15th Weights: 12st each Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland)
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 £50 cash prize will be awarded to the lad or lass responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 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 15 HC
PERTH HUNT
May Meeting, 2023 PERTHSHIRE HOTELIERS’ NIGHT WEDNESDAY (EVENING), MAY 17TH
Entries must be made by noon May 11th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 15th TO CLOSE ON MAY 11th
THE 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 fifth £155 for five yrs old and upwards, which, after 2020, have started in a British Point-to-Point Steeple Chase about THREE MILES (2m 7f 180yds)
Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 15th Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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. The Perth Executive 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 qualified 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 May 29th, 2022. 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 qualified 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 Meeting, 2023 TUESDAY, MAY 23RD
Entries must be made by noon May 17th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 21st TO CLOSE ON MAY 17th
THE RACING TV 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 five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 7f 129yds) Enter by noon, May 17th and pay £23 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 21st Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
RACING TV has generously sponsored this race.
HUNTINGDON RACECOURSE will kindly present a memento 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 2023, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2022. 18 HC KELSO
Second May Meeting, 2023 SUNDAY, 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 BORDERS DISTILLERY 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 fifth £332, the sixth £165, the seventh £83 and the eighth £41 for five yrs old and upwards, which, during the current season, have either started in a Corinthian Spirit “Grassroots” Hunters’ steeple chase series qualifier 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 qualified 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 22nd and pay £55 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 26th Weights: 11st 12lb each
Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................3lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 6lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
The Borders Distillery has 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, a Challenge Cup will be presented to the winning owner, to be held for one year only
CARTMEL
Whit Bank Holiday Meeting, 2023 MONDAY (BANK HOLIDAY), MAY 29TH
The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (F)39 in respect of this day’s race programme
Entries must be made by noon May 23rd Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 27th
TO CLOSE ON MAY 23rd
THE FRASER CUP (A MAIDEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7000
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3422 to the winning horse
The second to receive £1710, the third £855, the fourth £427, the fifth £214 and the sixth £107 for maiden five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 34yds) Enter by noon, May 23rd and pay £22 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 27th Weights: 12st each Mares allowed 7lb
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. 12 HC
CARTMEL
Whit Bank Holiday Meeting, 2023 WEDNESDAY (EVENING), MAY 31ST
The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (F)39 in respect of this day’s race programme Entries must be made by noon May 25th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 29th
TO CLOSE ON MAY 25th
THE CARTMEL RACECOURSE 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 five yrs old and upwards
THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 1f 107yds) Enter by noon, May 25th and pay £22 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 29th Weights: 12st each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................8lb (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.
NEWTON ABBOT
Third May Meeting, 2023 WEDNESDAY, MAY 31ST
Entries must be made by noon May 25th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 29th TO CLOSE ON MAY 25th
THE TOTNES AND BRIDGETOWN STEEPLE CHASE COMPANY 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 five yrs old and upwards
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 216yds)
Enter by noon, May 25th and pay £20 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 29th Weights: 12st each
Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Or of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (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 £50 will be awarded to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.
STRATFORD-ON-AVON
First June (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), JUNE 2ND
Note: Stratford-On-Avon is using “One-Fit” Padded hurdles at all of its fixtures in the 2020 Season. These hurdles consist of standard timber hurdle frames fitted with convex-shaped foam padding rather than birch. Entries must be made by noon May 27th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 31st TO CLOSE ON MAY 27th
THE WHITE SWAN HOTEL HANDICAP HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £8650
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4710 to the winning horse
The second to receive £2170, the third £1084 and the fourth £543 for five yrs old and upwards, which, after 2020 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 insufficient information upon which to base a rating.
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 205yds)
Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £40 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st
Lowest weight.........10st 11lb; Highest weight ................................................................................. 12st 9lb Penalties, after May 20th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb
The White Swan 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.
STRATFORD-ON-AVON
First June (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), JUNE 2ND
Note: Stratford-On-Avon is using “One-Fit” Padded hurdles at all of its fixtures in the 2020 Season These hurdles consist of standard timber hurdle frames fitted with convex-shaped foam padding rather than birch.
Entries must be made by noon May 27th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 31st
TO CLOSE ON MAY 27th
THE LLEWELLYN HUMPHREYS “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 five yrs old and upwards, which, during the current season and prior to May 27th have finished first or second in a Restricted Point-to-Point Steeplechase
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds)
Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £42 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a steeple chase 3lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase .......................................................................6lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
Llewellyn Humphreys has 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 2023, the term ‘Novice’ for Hunters’ Steeple Chases is defined as a horse which has not won a steeple chase before June 1st, 2022. 14 HC
STRATFORD-ON-AVON
First June (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), JUNE 2ND
Note: Stratford-On-Avon is using “One-Fit” Padded hurdles at all of its fixtures in the 2020 Season These hurdles consist of standard timber hurdle frames fitted with convex-shaped foam padding rather than birch. Entries must be made by noon May 27th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 31st
TO CLOSE ON MAY 27th
THE PERTEMPS NETWORK STRATFORD FOXHUNTERS CHAMPION HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2)
(The 64th Running For the Horse and Hound 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 fifth £612 and the sixth £306 for five yrs old and upwards, which, after October 2021 and before May 27th, 2023, HAVE TWICE BEEN PLACED (in Great Britain or Ireland) first, 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 27th and pay £100 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st Weights: 12st each Mares allowed 7lb
To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys
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 modified Schedule (B)3 Paragraphs 24 and 26 for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualified to run if they are qualified in Ireland and have a Hunters Certificate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled.
The British Horseracing Authority has modified 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.
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. 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
First June (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), JUNE 2ND
Note: Stratford-On-Avon is using “One-Fit” Padded hurdles at all of its fixtures in the 2020 Season These hurdles consist of standard timber hurdle frames fitted with convex-shaped foam padding rather than birch. Entries must be made by noon May 27th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 31st
TO CLOSE ON MAY 27th
THE PPSA 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 ONE FURLONGS (2m 213yds) Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £25 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st Weights: 11st 12lb each
Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase .....................................................................................4lb
Of 2 steeple chases 8lb Of 3 steeple chases 12lb (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 Mementos will be awarded 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. 18 HC
STRATFORD-ON-AVON
First June (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), JUNE 2ND
Note: Stratford-On-Avon is using “One-Fit” Padded hurdles at all of its fixtures in the 2020 Season These hurdles consist of standard timber hurdle frames fitted with convex-shaped foam padding rather than birch. Entries must be made by noon May 27th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 31st
TO CLOSE ON MAY 27th
THE pointtopoint.co.uk CHAMPION NOVICES’ HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2)
(for The John Corbet Cup)
Total prize fund £19000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9289 to the winning horse
The second to receive £4643, the third £2321, the fourth £1160, the fifth £581 and the sixth £290 for novice five yrs old and upwards, which, prior to 2023, have not won a steeple chase, hurdle race, National Hunt Flat race or flat race under any recognised Rules of Racing and which, after 2021 and before May 27th, 2023, have been placed first, 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 27th and pay £95 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st Weights: 12st each Mares allowed 7lb
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 59th 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 modified Schedule (B)3 Paragraphs 24 and 26 for the purposes of this race to provide that horses will be qualified to run if they are qualified in Ireland and have a Hunters Certificate currently registered by the Stewards of the Irish National Hunt Steeple Chase Committee and which has not been cancelled.
The British Horseracing Authority has modified 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.
STRATFORD-ON-AVON
First June (Evening) Meeting, 2023 FRIDAY (EVENING), JUNE 2ND
Note: Stratford-On-Avon is using “One-Fit” Padded hurdles at all of its fixtures in the 2020 Season These hurdles consist of standard timber hurdle frames fitted with convex-shaped foam padding rather than birch. Entries must be made by noon May 27th Declarations to run must be made by 10.00a.m. May 31st
TO CLOSE ON MAY 27th
THE NIMROD VETERINARY PRODUCTS 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 five yrs old and upwards, which, during the current season, have finished first 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 27th and pay £60 stake Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st Weights: 11st 7lb each
Mares allowed .......................................................................................................................................7lb
Penalties, after 2021, a winner of a steeple chase 3lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 6lb
To be ridden by Female Amateur Jockeys
Nimrod Veterinary Products have generously sponsored this race and will present a perpetual trophy which will be retained by the racecourse. 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.
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.
Useful Telephone Numbers
Point-to-Point Authority Ltd., 30A Shrivenham Hundred Business Park Majors Road, Watchfield, Swindon, SN6 8TZ
Tel: 01793 781990 Email: info@p2pa.co.uk Administration, Riders Certificates, Sponsorship, Public Relations, Marketing.
BHA Point-to-Point Executive, British Horseracing Authority Ltd., 75 High Holborn, London WC1V 6LS Tel: 0207 152 0049
All Regulatory Matters. Point-to-Point Regulations/ Instructions and Policy, Riders’ Medical Qualifications, Stewarding/Disciplinary, Dope Testing and Vaccination Checks, Course Inspectors.
British Horseracing Authority Ltd., 75 High Holborn, London WC1V 6LS
Tel: 0207 152 0000 Web: www.britishhorseracing.com Email: info@britishhorseracing.com Finance, Licensing, Marketing, Rules of Racing, Race Planning.
The Point-to-Point Racing Company Ltd., Sanders Road, Wellingborough, Northants NN8 4BX Tel: 01933 304795
Email: info@pointtopointracingcompany.co.uk Web: www.pointtopoint.co.uk
General Point-to-Point Enquiries, Racecards, Point-to-Point Publications, Entries Service,
Equine Administration Dept, Weatherbys Ltd., Sanders Road, Wellingborough, Northants NN8 4BX Tel: 01933 304808
Authorities to Act, Colours, Hunters’ Certificates, Leases, Names Registered, Passports for Horses, Registration of Owners, Horses in Training, Non-Racing Agreements, Registration of Partnerships, Sponsorship Agreement etc.
Equine Services Dept, Weatherbys Ltd., Sanders Road, Wellingborough, Northants NN8 4BX Hunter Chase Entries, Scratchings, Confirmation of Entries, Declaration of Runners, Declaration of Riders, Transfer of Engagements, Tel: 01933 440011
Masters of Foxhounds Association, Overly Barn, Daglingworth, Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 7HX Email: info@huntingoffice.org.uk
The Jockey Club
75 High Holborn, London WC1V 6LS Tel: 020 7611 1800 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
British Horseracing Authority Publications, Weatherbys Ltd., Sanders Road, Wellingborough, Northants NN8 4BX Tel: 01933 440077
Racing Calendar Advertisements, Programme Book Advertisements, European Pattern Book Advertisements, Orders for British Horseracing Authority Publications.
Courses staging Hunters’ Chases 2023
Racecourse Group
Region Point of Contact
Role
Mobile Email
Aintree JCR North Sulekha Varma Clerk of the Course 07715 640525 sulekha.varma@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Bangor Large Independent Midlands Patrick Chesters Racecourse Manager 07771 580885 pchesters@bangorondeeraces.co.uk pchesters@chester-races.com
Carlisle JCR North Kirkland Tellwright Clerk of the Course 07748 181595 kirkland.tellwright@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Cartmel Small Independent North Anthea Leigh Clerk of the Course 07789 697241 anthea234@btinternet.com
Catterick Small Independent North Fiona Needham Racecourse Manager & Clerk of the Course 07831 688625 fiona@catterickbridge.co.uk
Cheltenham JCR Midlands Jon Pullin Clerk of the Course 07966 154962 jon.pullin@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Chepstow ARC South Libby O’Flaherty Clerk of the Course 07970 831987 eoflaherty@worcester-racecourse.co.uk
Exeter JCR South Dan Cooper Clerk of the Course 07976 413045 daniel.cooper@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Fakenham Small Independent Midlands David Hunter CEO & Clerk of the Course 07767 802206 david@fakenhamracecourse.co.uk
Ffos Las ARC South Dai Jones Clerk of the Course 07970 828961 djones@ffoslasracecourse.com
Fontwell ARC South Philip Hide Clerk of the Course 07976 761945 phide@fontwellpark.co.uk
Haydock JCR North Kirkland Tellwright Clerk of the Course 07748 181595 kirkland.tellwright@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Hereford ARC Midlands Libby O’Flaherty & John Holliday (Trainee) Clerk of the Course & Trainee CoC
07970 831987 (Libby) & 07876 713063 (John) eoflaherty@worcester-racecourse.co.uk
Hexham Small Independent North Sean Tasker Brown Racecourse Executive 01434 606881 office@hexham-racecourse.co.uk
Huntingdon JCR Midlands Roderick Duncan Clerk of the Course 07815 481611 roderick.duncan@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Kelso Small Independent North Jonathan Garratt Racecourse Manager 07771 660114 jonathan@kelso-races.co.uk
Kempton JCR South Barney Clifford Clerk of the Course 07880 784484 brian.clifford@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Leicester Small Independent Midlands Jimmy Stevenson Clerk of the Course 07774 497281 cotc@leicester-racecourse.com
Ludlow Small Independent Midlands Simon Sherwood Racecourse Manager & Clerk of the Course 07836 215639 simonsherwood@ludlowracecourse.co.uk
Musselburgh Small Independent North Bill Farnsworth Racecourse Manager 07922 410927 bfarnsworth@musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk
Newbury Large Independent South Keith Ottesen Clerk of the Course 07813 043453 kottesen@newburyracecourse.co.uk
Newton Abbot Small Independent South George Welch Racecourse Director 07790 480193 george.welch2000@yahoo.co.uk
Perth Small Independent North Matthew Taylor Racing Manager 07521 517495 matthew@perth-races.co.uk
Southwell ARC Midlands David Attwood Clerk of the Course 07860 274289 dattwood@southwell-racecourse.co.uk
Stratford Small Independent Midlands Ilona Barnett Racecourse Manager 07774 692242 idb@stratfordracecourse.net
Taunton Small Independent South Bob Young Racecourse Manager 07812 571877 young@tauntonracecourse.co.uk
Warwick JCR Midlands Tom Ryall Clerk of the Course 07870 484178 tom.ryall@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Wetherby Small Independent North Jonjo Sanderson CEO & Clerk of the Course 07831 437453 jonjo@wetherbyracing.co.uk
Wincanton JCR South Dan Cooper Clerk of the Course 07976 413045 daniel.cooper@thejockeyclub.co.uk