IMPORTANT NOTICES

ADMISSION – CONDITIONS OF ENTRY – ENTR

Admission to the Racecourse is subject to the terms and conditions n Ra of entry, a copy of which is available to view in the Raceday Office copy of which Raceday Office

The management reserves the right to refuse admission or expel e reserves anyone from the Racecourse property without assigning a reason Ra without and accepts no liability whatsoever for loss or damage caused to d acce s no wha r or to persons s or their property. Entry into the Racecourse may be subject to property e Ra sub allowing a search of a person or their property if deemed necessary search of a person or property if deemed by security. Lost of stolen tickets will not be replaced. Transfer to security not repla Transf enclosures may be possible on the day subject to availability s be p le on avai

Spectator Safety Safet

The Racecourse would be grateful if parents keep a close eye on e Ra be if parents their children and prevent them from climbing the running rails and r accessing the track. Ball games are not permitted on the grassed area. g the Ball games on area

Dress Code S

We have no strict dress code; only smart casual dress is accepted in smart the Club Enclosure and Hospitality areas. No untidy denim or football e Enclos e areas. denim or shirts will be admitted. The Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admitted reserves to admission to these areas to anyone failing to comply with the above n anyone f g to comp request.

LOST CHILDREN/LOST PROPERTY CHILD PR T

Lost children and lost property enquiries should be made to the Raceday General Office situated next to the Turnstiles. y General situ Turns

Abandonment Policy

In the event of a Race Meeting being abandoned before Racing or up to the Weighed in of the first race, a full refund will be given on the cost of the admission ticket only Thereafter no refunds will be given. No refund will be made on the day. All refunds will be administered by post after the Meeting. To claim, send tickets together with contact details to Hexham Racecourse, The Racecourse Office, High Yarridge, Hexham, Northumberland NE46 2JP within 14 days of the abandoned raceday.

MOBILE TELEPHONES, COMMUNICATIONS & PHOTOGRAPHY

Using all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled on Racecourses

Mobile phones may not be used anywhere on The Racecourse for Betting

Purposes

The use of two way radios, scanning receivers is prohibited. You are not permitted to record either directly or via a TV Screen any images or commentary of any racing

Please also note you are not permitted to take photographs on racecourses except within the areas normally open to the public Flash photography is not permitted in any circumstances.

ALCOHOL/GLASS

Would racegoers please note that bringing your own alcohol to The Racecourse is strictly prohibited Glasses and glass bottles are not to be taken outside the bars Alcohol is permitted outside only in plastic glasses or bottles.

BBQ & PICNICS

BBQ’s on site are not permitted; however, you are welcome to bring a s to picnic (no alcohol) into the designated outdoor areas of the Paddock the Enclosure

Ramshaw Stand R

There is a passenger lift to all levels of The Ramshaw Stand Th e is a lev s Stand.

Wheelchair Viewing R

There is an area (uncovered) reserved for wheelchair users which is Th e area use located to the front of the Tote building d to e buil

TOILETS

Available in The Ramshaw Stand, at the rear of The Princess Anne Bar le at rear and also in toilet facilities situated next to the Member’s Room. d toilet fac Room

First Aid T

If you require first aid assistance, please contact a member of our our stewarding team or the Raceday Office located beside the turnstiles or Ra y Office lo d

Emergency Procedures Y Procedur

In the unlikely event that The Racecourse has to evacuate buildings an announcement will be made over the public address system and the t over add instructions given should be followed immediately. Any emergency s imme should be reported to a member of the Racecourse Staff/Safety to Staff y Steward or Office. An evacuation plan has been designed and will be d or Office ev d implemented by our Stewards and Staff Follow the instructions given d our Stewar a instructions as quickly and quietly as possible and please remember to take your and qui as take belongings with you with you.

Baby Changing Facilities Chang G Facili

Available on the first floor of the Ramshaw Stand and within the accessible toilet at the rear of the Princess Anne Bar. For any further information or assistance please ask the Security Staff

Dogs

Dogs are permitted on The Racecourse in outside areas providing they are kept on a lead at all times. Guide dogs are allowed into the buildings with their visually impaired owner

BOOKMAKERS/BETTING

All Bookmakers must possess a valid Betting Badge and be occupying an authorised pitch to be entitled to lay bets Anyone contravening this condition will be evicted. Any Betting Disputes or Betting Ring Enquiries should be directed to the Betting Ring Manager

RACEHORSE & JOCKEY WELFARE Hexham Racecourse employs veterinary surgeons whose sole responsibility it is to provide care to the horses throughout their time at the racecourse. In the event of an incident on the racecourse, any horse affected will receive immediate treatment from the Racecourse’s Veterinary team

Qualified Paramedics and Doctors are also on hand in the case of any incident involving a jockey. If any incident occurs during a race it is routine practice for screens to be erected around the horse or jockey receiving the treatment. This is to allow the veterinary or medical personnel to make a safe and accurate diagnosis and so that they may perform any treatment in a private and calm environment.

Race Conditions

First Race 1.40 - THE HARRISON FAMILY REMEMBERING LOVED ONES MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565 for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. 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. 13 entries at £35 - Closed May 8th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470 (Penalty Value £4901.40)

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.15 - THE FORESTER’S FRIENDLY SOCIETY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5888 to the winning horse The second to receive £2709 the third £1354 the fourth £677 and the fifth £337 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 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 the race. 20 entries at £45 - Closed May 8th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £4503; Second £2251; Third £1126; Fourth £563; Fifth £281. (Penalty Value £5888.31)

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.50 - THE PAXTON’S FOR KVERNELAND MACHINERY & METAL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565 for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. J G Paxton & Sons Ltd. have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £40 - Closed May 8th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470 (Penalty Value £4901.40)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.25 - THE PAXTON’S ARE CASE IH’S NO 1 DEALER MAIDEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (For the Heart of all England Trophy) 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. 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. J G Paxton & Sons Ltd. have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30.00 will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 11 entries at £30.Closed May 8th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3123; Second £1562; Third £781; Fourth £391. (Penalty Value £3593.10) HC

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Fifth Race 4.00 - THE PAXTON’S 170TH BIRTHDAY IN 2023 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5413 to the winning horse The second to receive £2490, the third £1245, the fourth £623 and the fifth £310 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb. J G Paxton & Sons have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 18 entries at £40 - Closed May 8th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £4140; Second £2069; Third £1035; Fourth £518; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5413.02)

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

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HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5888 to the winning horse The second to receive £2709, the third £1354, the fourth £677 and the fifth £337 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Penalties, after May 6th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb. 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 the race 12 entries at £45. - Closed May 8th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £4503; Second £2251; Third £1126; Fourth £563; Fifth £281. (Penalty Value £5888.31)

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Seventh Race 5.05 - THE A J FIELD ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2614 to the winning horse The second to receive £1204, the third £601 and the fourth £301. for four and five yrs old fillies and mares only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, May 8th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 11th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb Of 3 races 12lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. 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. ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 13 entries at £20. - Closed May 8th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £2003; Second £1002; Third £501; Fourth £251. (Penalty Value £2614.08)

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