RACEDAYCh
WELCOME E TO HEXHAM
THE RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE EXTEND A WARM WELCOME TO ALL OWNERS, TRAINERS, SPONSOR’S, AND RACEEGOERS.
To celebrate our Christmas Jumper Raceday we are having a competition taking place in the winner’s enclosure following the first race at 1.00pm where the judge will decide who is wearing the best Christmas Jumper. The winner will receive a Hospitality package for 2 in our Henderson Room in 2026, 2nd prize will be a 2026 Annual Membership and 3rd prize will receive a Hospitality package for 2 in the Curlew Room in 2026
We are delighted to welcome back Willie Richardson and his guests, sponsors of the third race together with Paxtons regular visitors and sponsors at the course. Our Thanks also go to Hexham Oncourse Bookmakers and The Ursa Major Syndicate for their continued sponsorship at the course
We also welcome Robert and Helen Carr Smith and pleased they have chosen “Britains Most Scenic Racecourse” to celebrate their wedding anniversary
As a result of our fixture on Wednesday 19th November being abandoned when the NHS were going to be present offering advice on Bowel Cancer, they have agreed to come along today and are located under the canopy adjoining the saddling boxes please take time to speak to them
Whether you are a first time visitor or regular at the course we hope you have an enjoyable and successful day. Anyone seeking assistance please contact the racecourse office situated next to the turnstiles or ask any member of racecourse, catering or stewarding staff who will be pleased to assist Today’s fixture is the last of 2025, we would like to take this opportunity of wishing everyone Seasons Greetings and look forward to seeing you all on 12th March at our “Cheltenham Thursday Fixture”.
Robert Whitelock Racecourse Manager
JOIN US FOR OUR NEXT MEETING
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY...
THURSDAY 12TH MARCH 2026
CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL RACEDAY
WEDNESDAY 25TH MARCH 2026
WEATHERBYS SPRING RACEDAY
MONDAY 13TH APRIL 2026 “EASTER HOLIDAY RACEDAY”
Please check our website www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk nearer the date for gate opening and race times
We strongly recommend anyone intending to come racing to purchase tickets in advance to save money and avoid disappointment.
HOSPITALITY BOOKINGS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR 2026 AND MUST BE BOOKED BY CALLING 01434 606881 DURING OFFICE HOURS
Admission tickets can be purchased online www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk. Book online or call 01434 606881 www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk
RACEDAY OFFICIALS
STEWARDS
Adrian Smith (Chief Steward)
Peter Forster (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Katie Dowson, Michael Eyre, Philippa Hardy
STARTERS
Stuart Turner
Jason Callaghan
JUDGE
Di Clark
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Karl Curran
VETERINARY OFFICER
Stewart Mechie
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Alec Dent, Graham Gray, Cyril Johnstone, Joe O’Gorman
VETERINARY SURGEONS
David J Parkins MRCVS , Nick Freeman MRCVS
Sally Booth MRCVS
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Viv Tut
Dr David Thomas
Dr Pippa Hall.
COMMENTATOR
Ian Bartlett
BETTING RING MANAGER
Darren Irving
RACEDAY PRESENTER
Robert Hogarth
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
Cheryl Litster-Smith
SAFETY OFFICER
Michael Smith
RACECOURSE MANAGER
Robert Whitelock
CLERK OF THE COURSE
James Armstrong
HEAD GROUNDSMAN
Mark Cameron
HEXHAM TEAM
JAMES
RACECOURSE MAP
Owners, Trainers, Jockeys & Officials Entrance
Stables Lodge Stable Canteen
Owners & Trainers Car Park
Owners & Trainers Members
& T Entrance Rooms
Evacuation Point A
FACILITIES
PUBLIC BARS (Paddock Enclosure)
Shire Bar
Owners, Train
Toilets
Saddling Boxes
The Shire, Princess Anne and Bramble Tudor Bar situated at the top of the parade ring are open to all racegoers, provide a wide variety of drinks and snacks
OWNERS AND TRAINERS ROOM
Located next to the Owners and Trainers Entrance, the facility offers superb views of the racecourse. Entryto thisfacilityis restrictedtoOwnersandTrainerswho have a runnerontheday. When youregister at the O&T Entrance, lunch vouchers will be provided Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available all day.
HENDERSON SUITE
The Henderson Suite offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, course as well as both the parade ring and winners enclosure. Capable of seating up to 120 guests, The Henderson Suite where we serve our 4 course carvery buffet on a race day, is also ideal for entertaining, corporate hospitality and on non raceday’s provides the ideal venue for business conferences, seminars and weddings or other social functions.
THE CURLEW ROOM
Situated on the first floor of the Ramshaw Stand, offering wonderful views of the course Tickets for The Curlew Room are available (minimum 2 persons) which provide your own table for the day. The Curlew Room has its own Britbet betting facility, closed circuit TV and serves a range of snack food and refreshments
PRIVATE BOXES
ENDERBY, PATTERSON AND
GILL BOXES
Situated on the 2nd floor of the Ramshaw Stand. Offering a wide variety of catering options, the boxes are available to hire individually, accommodating between 20 -25 persons or can be configured to host up to 80 persons seated. Providing wonderful views of the racecourse the rooms have their own Britbet betting facility, Closed Circuit TV, well stocked bar as well as a seating area at the rear of the boxes.
THE CHASE BAR
Situated on the ground floor of the Ramshaw Stand this attractive bar with a stained glass backdrop and flagged floor has its own Britbet betting facility, closed circuit TV and allows access on to the club lawn for perfect viewing of the racing.
Brambl
READING YOUR RACECARD
AN EXPLANATION OF HOW TO MAKE YOUR SELECTIONS TODAY
8 PRINCEDUNDEE(IRE)(20)
B g Stowaway - Miss Dundee (IRE) 6 10-13
J Blair Campbell (5) E Tongue Strap
T Lucinda Russell, Kinross
O JW McNeill & County Set Three
B James Wickham
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd TFR BHA87 FORM 656551 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Comfortably held in 4 starts over hurdles and easily best effort over fences when winning over C&D 3 weeks ago. Still unexposed as a stayer
1. Form
A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions
Look out for letters:
C = has won at this course
D = has won over this distance
CD = has won over this distance at this course
BF = was a beaten favourite last time EXPERT VIEW
How the experts rate the horse’s chances:
2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.
3. Timeform view and TFR rating
4. Horse’s trainer & their location
Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.
5. Jockey
Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.
OTHER USEFUL DETAILS
6. Owner’s colours worn by the jockey
7. Saddlecloth number
8. Horse’s name
9. Days since the horse last run
10 Horse’s age
11. Jockey’s weight (stone and lbs)
12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam)
13 Horse’s owner
14. Horse’s breeder
15 Birthplace of horse (outside GB)
EACH HORSE HAS BEEN GIVEN A STAR RATING, DEFINITION BELOW:
Selected to win the race
Good chance of being placed
By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims
More information on the form
- = New racing season
/ = Missed racing season
P = was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race
F = horse fell
U = rider unseated
R = horse refused to race
CO = the horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse
B = horse was brought down
S = horse slipped
r = the horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race
D = disqualified
Bold form figures = performance in All-weather (Flat) or point-to-point (Jump) races
Unlikely to win but not totally without hope Can be given little or no chance.
BET TING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS
DIFFERENT WAYS TO BET - WIN OR EACH-WAY
The two main types of bet are win and each-way. For win bets, your horse needs to win the race outright An each-way bet is effectively two bets – one for your horse to win and one for it to be placed. So a £2 each-way bet will cost £4 A bookmaker taking each-way bets will display the terms on which they accept such bets on their board. In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.
• Fewer than 3 runners - Win bets only, no places offered
• 3 or 4 runners – Win bets only Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position they may offer place terms at 1/5 odds a place 1-2.
• 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1-2
• 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3
• Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3
• Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3-4
• Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3-4
PLACING YOUR BET
Shop around for the best odds When you have decided where to place your bet, state the number of your horse and the stake, for example “Number 4, £2 win” Listen to the bookmaker repeat the number of the horse and the stake to their clerk and hand them your money. You will then be given an itemised receipt detailing your bet and potential winnings. You should keep this safe until you have heard ‘Weighedin’ announced after the race If your bet is successful, hand your ticket to the bookmaker and they will give you your winnings
LEADING TRAINER, JOCKEY & OWNER
WINNING TRAINER, JOCKEY AND OWNER WILL EACH RECEIVE A TROPHY PRESENTED BY
TRAINERS
JOCKEYS
Jockey
for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money 1st £3756 2nd £1878 3rd £939 4th £470 (Penalty Value £4901.40)
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Richards (18 wins from 94 runners, 19%) runs GINTIME
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Mrs S J Smith (6 wins from 28 runners, 21%) runs MAD MAG
Longest Traveller: TRINITY STREET trained by H Daly, Ludlow, 236 miles.
1 AZAHARAPALACE(GB)(14)
B m Adaay (IRE) - Josefa Goya 5 11-0
J Brian Hughes E Hood
T Adrian Keatley Malton
O Mr J. Fyffe
B Lord Margadale S JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd
2 GINTIME(IRE)(33)
B m Mount Nelson - Irish Lass (IRE) 5 11-0
J Danny McMenamin
T Nicky Richards, Greystoke
O JB Racing
B Michael Whitty
S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
3 MADMAG(IRE)(14)
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Mags Millar (IRE) 7 11-0
J Peter Kavanagh
T Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
O T C Racing Syndicate
B Andrew Pierce
S Tuffa Footwear Ltd
4 MOIRAMYLOVE(GB)(33)
B f Jack Hobbs - Spring Over (IRE) 4 11-0
J Alan Doyle (3)
T Ian Duncan, Coylton
O Mr Ronnie Lilley
B Exors of the Late Mr Barry MacDonald
5 MYSTICALMARTIKA(IRE)(32)
Ro f Success Days (IRE) - Martika (FR) 4 11-0
J Derek Fox
T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
O Martika’s Soldiers
B Mrs Irene Scheldt
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
6 TRINITYSTREET(IRE)(30)
B f Mahler - Boskill Lady (IRE) 4 11-0
J David Bass
T Henry Daly, Ludlow
O Mr & Mrs N Wrigley
B Mr D. Dunne
S Humphrey Butler Ltd
TFRHHHHH BHAFORM 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper at up to 13.5f on the Flat for Hughie Morrison, latest success gained at Epsom in July Changed hands for 35,000 gns and and made an encouraging start to her hurdling career when second in novice at Wetherby 2 weeks ago. Well up to winning a similar event. 26Nov Wet 16f Hdl soft 2/5 Anariza (FR) 2l 9Oct Bth 14f Stk gd-sf 9/13 Term of Endearment 7l 20Sep Nby 13f Hcp gd-sf 7/14 Lieber Power 2l
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 244-4
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form when runner-up in a Carlisle bumper on her debut a year ago but twice failed to back it up at Ayr and Sedgefield in the spring. However showed aptitude for hurdling when fourth over C&D on return last month and entitled to build on that. 7Nov Hex 16f Hdl gd-sf 4/14 Ninna Collina
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 13/-53
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of the first of her 2 starts in Irish points and better effort over hurdles when third of 5 in novice at Wetherby 2 weeks ago, aided by the run of the race. More needed again.
26Nov Wet 16f Hdl soft 3/5 Anariza (FR) 10l 7Nov Hex 16f Hdl gd-sf 5/14 Ninna Collina 23l
TFRHIIII BHAFORM 50-P
TIMEFORM VIEW Probably flattered on debut and has shown nothing next 2 starts, including on hurdles debut here on return.
7Nov Hex 16f Hdl gd-sf P/14 Ninna Collina12Apr Ayr 16f NHF gd-sf 8/10 Dysart Dolomite (IRE) 28l 21Jan Ayr 16f NHF soft 5/12 They’re Chancers (IRE) 9l
TFRHHIII BHA91 FORM 55P-40
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden under Rules and has bled. Easy to look elsewhere.
8Nov Kel 20f HcpH gd-sf 7/9 Take A Hike (IRE) 19l 3Oct Hex 16f Hdl good 4/8 Spadestep (IRE) 14l 26Feb Wet 16f Hdl soft P/7 Madame Luna -
TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 12 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW £115,000 4-y-o, Mahler filly Dam, unraced, closely related to useful hurdler/very smart chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) Beware The Bear Easily won sole start in Irish points in May and showed plenty when second in a Carlisle bumper last month. Interesting hurdling newcomer 10Nov Car 17f NHF soft 2/12 Lune Brillante (IRE) 31/4l
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2024: FROMHERETOETERNITY (IRE) 7 11 12 Sean Quinlan 1-2 (Jennie Candlish) 6 ran
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Azahara Palace (GB), 5-2 Trinity Street (IRE), 4-1 Gintime (IRE), 9-1 Mad Mag (IRE), 22-1 Mystical Martika (IRE), 300-1 Moira My Love (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
Fairly useful Flat recruit AZAHARA PALACE made an encouraging start to her hurdling career when second at Wetherby and is fancied to go one better Point winner Trinity Street showed plenty when second in a bumper and is the obvious threat.
PREDICTION: 1.AZAHARA PALACE 2.TRINITY
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB.
BOOKMAKERS/BET TING
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.
(Penalty Value £4901.40)
Leading course trainer (20-25): S Corbett (18 wins from 139 runners, 13%) runs KNOCKERANNA ROSE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (4 wins from 43 runners, 9%) runs KOOL RAOUL
Longest Traveller: WHISKEY ON ICE trained by N Alexander, Kinneston, 140 miles.
1 BLUEINDIGO(GB)(32)
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Maggie Blue (IRE) 5 11-4
J Edward Austin (5)
T Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
O Mrs H. O. Graham
B Mrs H. O. Graham
2 COLDHENRY(GB)
(43)
B g Sixties Icon - Flashyfrances 6 11-4
J Aaron Anderson (5)
T Sara Ender, Malton
O Mr Liam Murray
B D. R. C. Elsworth
S Yorkshire Equine Salt Therapy
3 CUSHENDUN(GB)(33)
B g Telescope (IRE) - Golden Sparkle (IRE) 6 11-4
J Callum Bewley
T Ian Duncan, Coylton
O Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan
B Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair
S Ian Duncan Racing
4 KNOCKERANNAROSE(IRE)(55)
Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Toarmandowithlove (IRE) 5 11-4
J Conor Rabbitt (5)
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Ladies That Race
B Miss R. Enright
S Finnies Heavy Haulage
5 KOOLRAOUL(FR)(33)
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Douma Desbois (FR) 5 11-4
J Derek Fox
T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
O The County Set
B S.C.E.A.Ecurie Cap Orne
S Rollstud Ltd
6 TASHKHAN(IRE)(32)
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Tarziyna (IRE) 7 11-4
J Brian Hughes
T Brian Ellison, Malton
O Mr P. Boyle
B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
S Brian Ellison Racing Limited
7 UNIONAVENUE(IRE)(637)
B g Shantou (USA) - Mrs Mac Veale (IRE) 6 11-4
J Charlotte Jones
T James Moffatt, Cartmel
O Mr Thomas Gardner
B P. Corkery
S Fitzdares Limited, Fitzdares
HIIII BHA86 FORM 5S-64P6
TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in various disciplines and will make more appeal in handicaps.
TFRHHIII BHAFORM
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest staying handicapper on Flat. Work to do on hurdles debut.
28Oct
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 333/-4
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like a stayer when third in a trio of bumpers and found even the step up to an intermediate trip barely enough of a test following almost 2 years off in C&D maiden hurdle 5 weeks ago. Probably one for staying handicaps. 7Nov Hex 20f Hdl gd-sf 4/11 Out of The Woods (FR) 13l Feb24 Kel 16f NHF soft 3/12 Dedicated Hero (IRE) 5
Dec23 Ayr 16f NHF soft 3/7 Ayiko 5
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 5-42
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shaped like a stayer in bumpers and this longer trip will suit on hurdles debut.
16Oct Car 17f NHF good 2/8 Nobotheratall (IRE) 3/4l
TFRHHHHH BHA108 FORM 240-22 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in bumpers and cemented positive start made in this sphere when again finding only one too good in 11-runner C&D maiden hurdle 33 days ago. Very much the type to progress again and he’ll surely go well.
7Nov Hex 20f Hdl gd-sf 2/11 Out of The Woods (FR) 6
5Oct Kel 16f Hdl good 2/13 Caballo de Guerra (IRE) 6
25Apr Per 16f NHF gd-sf 10/13 Wilstar (IRE) 12l
TFRHHHII BHAFORM
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Flat winner at best, well held again in November Handicap at Doncaster last month. Switch to jumping could help rekindle his enthusiasm and this isn’t a strong race.
8Nov Don 11f Hcp heavy 10/22Castle Cove (IRE) 14l 4Oct Lon 20f Stk soft 7/8 Caballo de Mar (IRE) 14l 28Sep Cur 16f Hcp yield 28/30Puturhandstogether (IRE)46l
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 32/1140/-
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed both starts in Irish points and looked good in bumpers in 2023/24, winning at Kelso and Aintree before facing stiff tasks. Fair absence to overcome but this longer trip will suit now hurdling. Mar24 Chl
8 WHISKEYONICE(IRE)(146)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Sliabh Na Muice (IRE) 5 11-4
J Bruce Lynn E Hood
T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
O Mrs S. Irwin
B Mrs Margaret Murphy
S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd TFRHHHHI BHA110 FORM S-5343
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in 4 maiden hurdles for the Hanlon yard, third in 23f Worcester event in July when last seen. Respected for new stable.
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: NOT A LIGHT (IRE) 7 10 11 Callum Pritchard EVENS (Philip Hobbs & Johnson White) 10 ran
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Tashkhan (IRE), 5-2 Kool Raoul (FR), 4-1 Whiskey On Ice (IRE), 12-1 Union Avenue (IRE), 14-1 Cushendun (GB), Knockeranna Rose (IRE), 100-1 Cold Henry (GB), 300-1 Blue Indigo (GB)
KOOL RAOUL has made a bright start over hurdles and can go one better from his good second over C&D 5 weeks ago. Whiskey On Ice is interesting starting out for a new yard, while Tashkhan probably wouldn’t have to run to anything like his best form on the level to figure if a switch to jumping can turn him around.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB.
1.KOOL RAOUL (FR) 2.WHISKEY ON ICE (IRE) 3.TASHKHAN (IRE)
British Stallion Studs will contribute £2million towards British
in 2025, bringing our total investment to £40million since we were founded in 1983
FLEXI-STAKE
Bet the flexible way
Having a combination bet? Just tell us your total stake
Free Live Racing
Hugh Taylor Tips
Racecards & Form
Market Movers
THE
HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11150
Owners Prize Money 1st £4503 2nd £2251, 3rd £1126 4th £563 5th £281. (Penalty Value £5888.31)
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Richards (18 wins from 94 runners, 19%) runs GEGE VILLE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (19 wins from 74 runners, 26%) runs KING GRIS
Longest Traveller: KING GRIS trained by G Elliott, Ireland.
1 GEGEVILLE(FR)(289)
B g Protektor (GER) - Auvloo Ville (FR) 9 12-0
J Danny McMenamin
T Nicky Richards, Greystoke
O Mrs Ann Starkie
B Mr J. Poumaillou & Mr E. Poumaillou
S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
2 JAKANA(IRE)(12)
Ch m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Golden Firth (IRE) 6 11-1
J E Cheek Pieces
T Leonard Kerr, Irvine
O Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr
B Mrs Juliet Brown
TFRHHHHI BHA110
FORM 253/6/12-
TIMEFORM VIEW Left maiden/novice hurdle form behind when making winning handicap debut back from big absence at Haydock a year ago. Ran at least as well in defeat behind a similarly thriving type at Ayr 10 weeks later and could well have more to offer returning from another 9 months off 24Feb Ayr 20f HcpH heavy 2/8 The Jeweller’s Pet (IRE) 13/
Dec24 Hay 18f HcpH heavy 1/7 Honneur d’Ajonc (FR) 11/2l May23 Hex 23f Hdl gd-sf 6/9 Chance The Robin (IRE) 87l
TFRHIIII BHA97
FORM 5-25005 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Two-time winner for Fergal O’Brien last season but hard to fancy in this company on recent showings.
NON-RUNNER
28Nov Mus 19f HcpH gd-sf 5/11 Speed Davis (FR) 15l 12Nov Ayr 20f HcpH soft 9/11 Follow Charlie (IRE) 37l 5Oct Kel 20f HcpH good 7/8 The Navigator 30l
3 GETAWAYMASTER(IRE)(10)
B g Getaway (GER) - Grange Oscar (IRE) 8 10-8
J Joshua Thompson (7)
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O The Cheltenham Trail
B Edwin Carlisle
S Micky Hammond Racing
4 PURESIRLOIN(IRE)(22)
Ch g Shantou (USA) - Shedan (IRE) 7 10-8
J Patrick Wadge E Visor
T Sandy Forster, Kelso
O The Border Racers
B Mr Patrick Delaney
5 KINGGRIS(FR)
(9) (in 7lb ex)
Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Dexterite (FR) 5 10-2
J Charlie Maggs (5)
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Sette A Milano Syndicate
B EARL Trinquet, O. Trinquet & M. Trinquet
S Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
TFRHHHII BHA90 (+6)
FORM 0PP-P01
TIMEFORM VIEW Backed at longish odds and proved a totally different proposition than for a while second time up for Micky Hammond when landing eventful Carlisle handicap 10 days ago under this rider Escapes a penalty and must be respected. 30Nov Car 19f HcpH soft 1/10 Drop Kick (IRE) 41/2l 2Nov Car 17f HcpH soft 8/13 Rula Bula (IRE) 21l 1Jun Kil 20f HcpH good P Give Him A Chance (IRE) -
TFRHHIII BHA90
FORM 046P3-P D
TIMEFORM VIEW Just the one win to his name, namely a Navan handicap hurdle back in 2023 for Gavin Cromwell. More miss than hit for present yard, never on terms on return at Kelso 3 weeks ago. First-time visor replaces cheekpieces. 18Nov Kel 24f HcpH soft P/11 Be The Difference (IRE)11Feb Ayr 24f HcpH soft 3/13 Maura Jeanne 13l Dec24 Hex 20f HcpH soft P/11 Forest Blaze -
TFRHHHHH BHA68
FORM P30-501
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a gamble in good style on recent return/handicap debut for new connections at Ayr (19.5f heavy). Very much the type to run up a sequence for his red-hot yard.
1Dec Ayr 19f HcpH heavy 1/7 Red Cadillac (IRE) 2l 28May Cml 17f Hdl gd-sf 9/10 Terrorise 34l 16May Ain 16f Hdl good 5/6 Bear Market (IRE) 62l
2024: FOREST BLAZE 5 10 13 Jamie Hamilton 15-8 (Mark Walford) 11 ran
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 King Gris (FR), 9-4 Getaway Master (IRE), 7-2 Gege Ville (FR), 33-1 Pure Sirloin (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
KING GRIS was gambled on and won as he liked at Ayr last week starting out for Gordon Elliott. This is tougher but he could be miles ahead of the handicapper and can rack up a sequence. Fresh might be the time to catch Gege Ville and he might be the chief danger ahead of Getaway Master, who escapes a penalty for his Carlisle success in a messy race.
THE HORSERACE BETTING LEV Y BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £166,670 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 15th September to 31st December 2025.
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.
THE ROBERT & HELEN CARR-SMITH
WEDDING ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Leading course trainer (20-25): S Corbett (18 wins from 139 runners, 13%) runs WEE ALKI
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (3 wins from 37 runners, 8%) runs WALK MY WAY
Longest Traveller: SUPERIOR GLANCE trained by G Hanmer, Tattenhall, 184 miles.
1 GUERNESEY(FR)(22)
Gr g Martaline - Myrtille Jersey (FR) 9 12-0
J Joshua Thompson (7) E Cheek Pieces
T Jackie Stephen, Melrose
O Mrs Jackie Stephen
B Ecurie Carrie Jean-Michel et al S Carden Livestock Co
2 WEEALKI(IRE)(33)
B g Alkaadhem - Springfield Spirit (IRE) 6 12-0
J Conor Rabbitt (5) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Naughty But Nice
B W. G. R. Porter
S Finnies Heavy Haulage
3 ADVERAM(GB)
(22)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Lochnell (IRE) 6 11-12
J Callum Bewley E Cheek Pieces
T Ian Duncan, Coylton
O The Macdonald Family
B Barry MacDonald
S Dawn Developments Ltd
4 SUPERIORGLANCE(GB)
(287)
Br m Passing Glance - Qualitee 10 11-6
J Jack Hogan
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
O The Ed-Chester Partnership
B Miss R. J. Rowland
S Tote
5 COVENTRY(IRE)(9)
B g Galileo (IRE) - Moonstone 8 10-13
J Peter Kavanagh
T Lisa Harrison, Wigton
O Dally Jock Tony & DAH Racing
B Coolmore
6 MOVEONBUY(GB)(166)
B m Getaway (GER) - Zariyka (IRE) 5 10-13
J Joe Williamson (3)
T Andrew Crook, Leyburn
O Kay,Crook,Carter,Coates,McMann
B Distillery Stud
7 WESTLAWN(GB)(27)
B m Westlake - Garden Feature 9 10-5
J Harry Reed
T James Walton, Morpeth
O Messrs F. T. Walton
B Messrs F. T. Walton
E Cheek Pieces
TFRHHHHI BHA98 FORM 3440-62
TIMEFORM VIEW Finished second of 11 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (5/1) 22 days ago. Without a win in 22 races but could go well again after that encouraging effort.
TFRHHHHH BHA98 FORM 3-22041 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Went close twice at Kelso at the start of the season so wasn’t winning out of turn when seeing off 9 rivals over C&D 33 days ago. Big shout again off 5lb higher
7Nov Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 1/10 Maura Jeanne 1
3Oct Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 4/8 Robert d’Ores (FR)
7Jun Hex 20f HcpH gd-sf 10/15 Nakassama (IRE) 15l
TFRHHIII BHA96
FORM 2305-30
TIMEFORM VIEW Proving hit and miss, beaten early when 7th of 9 in handicap chase (6/1) at Kelso 22 days ago. Needs significant improvement switching back to hurdles.
18Nov Kel 23f HcpC soft 7/9 Golden Point (FR) 33l 1Nov Ayr 24f HcpC soft 3/12 Azof des Mottes (FR) 8l
31Mar Nwc 23f HcpH good 5/5 Kilmore Rock (IRE) 54l
TFRHHHII BHA90
FORM ////64523-
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 10-y-o maiden hurdler who posted her best effort when third of 5 in handicap at Bangor over this trip when last seen in February 3lb lower and could yet find a race.
26Feb Bgr 23f HcpH heavy 3/5 Henrysbrotherjack 41/4l 17Feb Swl 24f HcpH gd-sf 2/9 Asa (FR)
17Jan Mkt 18f Hdl gd-sf 5/8 Fingle Bridge (IRE) 53l
TFRHHHII BHA83
FORM 460003
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor strike rate though was third of 10 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (16/1) 9 days ago, faring better than for some time.
good 8/11 Looking Splendid 38l
TFRHHHII BHA83
FORM 664-401
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when winning handicap at Cartmel (14/1) 166 days ago, coming from last to first and staying on well. Player if hitting the ground running.
27Jun Cml 22f HcpH soft 1/11 Ocean Legacy (IRE) 3l 7Jun Hex 20f HcpH gd-sf 7/15 Nakassama (IRE) 11l 20May Hex 20f Hdl good 4/7 Late Night Drama
TFRHHHII BHA75
FORM 33P-564 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Rare run in this sphere although her 2 hurdles wins have come over C&D Wouldn’t completely dismiss having dropped a ton in the weights. First-time headgear
8 SOLWAYPRIMROSE(GB)(9)
B m Overbury (IRE) - Solway Rose 11 10-4
J Charlie Maggs (5)
T Lisa Harrison, Wigton
O D A Harrison Racing
B D. A. Harrison
S Atlas Concrete Ltd
9 WALKMYWAY(IRE)(22)
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bollin Jasmine 7 10-2
J Alice Stevens (3) E Cheek Pieces
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O Driving Down Ltd
B Bollin Jasmine Syndicate
S Micky Hammond Racing
TFRHHIII BHA74 (-2)
FORM 4315/-PP CD
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in 2023 but pulled up at Ayr (33/1) 9 days ago, again showing little. Needs to recapture earlier form to be competitive.
1Dec Ayr 24f HcpH heavy P/10 Kelvin Forlonge (FR)11Sep Utt 23f HcpH good P/12 Tropical Speed (IRE)Nov23 Nwc 23f HcpH soft 5/10 Tune In A Box (IRE) 21l
TFRHHIII BHA69
FORM 62/P00-P
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler, went with little fluency on return at Kelso 3 weeks ago. First-time cheekpieces now tried but hard to fancy
18Nov Kel 24f HcpH soft P/11 Be The Difference (IRE)5Feb Seg 27f HcpH gd-sf 9/12 Ocean Legacy (IRE) 33l 23Jan Wet 24f HcpH soft 7/11 The Big Breac (IRE) 21l
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: ROBERT D’ORES (FR) 7 10 6 Brian Hughes 4-1 (George Bewley) 16 ran
Stewards Note:
ADVERAM: Following its run on 18/11/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Wee Alki (IRE), 4-1 Guernesey (FR), 9-2 Moveonbuy (GB), 8-1 Coventry (IRE), 10-1 Superior Glance (GB), West Lawn (GB), 14-1 Adveram (GB), 33-1 Walk My Way (IRE), 50-1 Solway Primrose (GB)
WEE ALKI looks capable of following up last month’s C&D success. Guernesey, Cartmel winner Moveonbuy and West Lawn are others to consider
PLAY SMARTER
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Hammond (11 wins from 192 runners, 6%) runs HALPHA SOLEIL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (19 wins from 74 runners, 26%) runs TRUCKERS CRUISING
Longest Traveller: TRUCKERS CRUISING trained by G Elliott, Ireland.
1 WALKINGONADREAM(IRE)(39)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Connaught Hall (IRE) 6 12-1
J Derek Fox
T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
O Fishwick & Russell
B Mrs Assumpta O’Brien
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
2 TRUCKERSCRUISING(IRE)
(9) (in 7lb ex)
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Cruising Katie (IRE) 7 11-11
J Carl Millar (5) E Tongue Strap
T Gordon Elliott, Ireland
O Mulligan/Finnegan/Saunders/Holton
B Mr Richard Cotter
S Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott
3 ORKNEYBLUE(GB)(22)
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Madame Allsorts 7 11-9
J Bruce Lynn
T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
O Clan Gathering
B R & R Musson
S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
4
HALPHASOLEIL(FR)(11)
Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Toi Et Le Soleil (FR) 8 11-9
J Brian Hughes
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O T I S Partnership
E Blinkers
B S.C.E.A. de La Perrigne, D. Powell, V. R
S Micky Hammond Racing
5 HEEZTHEBOY(IRE)(14)
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lovely Native (IRE) 8 11-4
J Jack Hogan
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
O Mrs J. A. Ashley
B Mr Michael Ward
6 ZUMBI(GER)(564)
Gr g Reliable Man - Zalexa (GER) 8 11-2
J Charlotte Jones
T James Moffatt, Cartmel
O Dave & Yvonne Simpson
B Stall Garden Lounge
TFRHHHII BHA111
FORM 2/221P-3
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 2m maiden hurdle at Ayr in January before pulled up in Grade 2 at Haydock. Produced a laboured effort switched to chasing after 10 months off there 39 days ago but step up in trip will at least suit.
1Nov Ayr 16f HcpC soft 3/5 Ruby Island 20l 18Jan Hay 15f Hdl soft P/7 Dedicated Hero (IRE)2Jan Ayr 16f Hdl soft 1/10 Lizzie Luna 13/4l
TFRHHHHI BHA100 FORM 4-P5F01
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved a different proposition back over fences when gaining an impressive first success at Ayr last week. Obvious claims under a penalty
1Dec Ayr 16f HcpC heavy 1/6 Heads Or Harps 6l 16Nov Nav 16f HcpH heavy 10 St Denis’s Well (IRE) 36l 11Oct Fai 16f HcpH yield F Hickeys Hill (IRE) -
TFRHHIII BHA105
FORM 2/4242-6
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame all 4 starts in maiden hurdles at up to around 3m last season but was always on the back foot after early mistakes on chase/handicap bow at Kelso on return.
18Nov Kel 23f HcpC soft 6/9 Golden Point (FR) 10l 24Feb Ayr 19f Hdl heavy 2/6 Marlacoo (IRE) 23/4l 21Jan Ayr 24f Hdl soft 4/9 Ayiko 12l
TFRHIIII BHA105
FORM 20-2050 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner but yet to score over fences and arrives out of sorts. Change of headgear
29Nov Nwc 20f HcpC gd-sf 7/10 Alcedo (IRE) 28l 14Nov Nwc 20f HcpC gd-sf 5/7 Taras Halls (IRE) 23l 2Nov Car 20f HcpC gd-sf 8/12 The Jukebox Kid (IRE) 32l
TFRHHHHH BHA100
FORM 466-121 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely struggled for Pauline Robson but much improved to win 2 of his 3 starts for this yard this term, impressive at Wetherby 2 weeks ago. 8lb rise looks justified and should make another bold bid. 26Nov Wet 24f HcpC soft 1/5 Paddy O’Mahler (IRE) 13l 31Oct Utt 20f HcpC gd-sf 2/16 Moor End (IRE) 11/2l 3Oct Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/8 Too Cool Forshrule (IRE) 15l
FORM 33P/43/0-
S Tote TFRHHIII BHA98
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced hurdles winner but he’s been off for 18 months since beating only one in handicap chase at Cartmel (21.2f). Has his fitness to prove on his comeback run.
7 THEJEWELLER’SPET(IRE)(26)
Ch g Libertarian - Westies Pet (IRE) 6 11-1
J Alan Doyle (3) E Cheek Pieces
T Ian Duncan, Coylton
O Mr Ronnie Lilley
B Mr Michael Rafter TFRHIIII BHA97
FORM P35-6P0 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back handicap hurdles at Ayr (20.5f) in February but no short-term promise sent chasing both starts this season. Headgear applied.
8 KINGOFCONG(IRE)
(15)
B g Gamut (IRE) - Bawnmore Lass (IRE) 7 10-13
J Tom Midgley (3) E Cheek Pieces
T Sam England, Guiseley
O Mr Jonathan Poulter
B Mr E. Mulryan
S Money Claim Collections Group Ltd, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
TFRHHHII BHA95 FORM 060P24
TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish who posted his best effort over fences when second here last month, responding well to first-time headgear and worn down only by a stronger stayer Failed to build on that at Southwell 2 weeks ago but respected returned to this venue and back down in trip. 25Nov Swl 24f HcpC gd-sf 4/7 Queens Wish (IRE) 9
7Nov Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf 2/11 Eveque (FR) 2
3Oct Hex 20f HcpH gd-sf P/7 Knomorediamonds (FR) -
2024: RATTLING ROAD (IRE) 7 11 9 Derek Fox 15-2 (Lucinda Russell) 14 ran
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Truckers Cruising (IRE), 11-4 Heeztheboy (IRE), 10-1 Walking On A Dream (IRE), King of Cong (IRE), 18-1 Orkney Blue (GB), Zumbi (GER), 25-1 Halpha Soleil (FR), 28-1 The Jeweller’s Pet (IRE)
HEEZTHEBOY continued what has been an excellent start for new connections when winning easily at Wetherby 2 weeks ago and shades the vote over Truckers Cruising, who was impressive back in this sphere at Ayr 9 days ago.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB.
THE
STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North One Man Series Qualifier)
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Coltherd (13 wins from 123 runners, 11%) runs TREATY BOY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Hammond (3 wins from 37 runners, 8%) runs AILL DUBH
Longest Traveller: STICK WITH ME SAM trained by T R Gretton, Inkberrow, 236 miles.
1 TREATYBOY(IRE)
(22)
Ch g Well Chosen - Miss Taggle (IRE) 8 12-0
J Ross Chapman E Tongue Strap
T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
O S Coltherd I Flannigan
B James Butler
2 DIXIECOWBOY(IRE)(16)
B g Westerner - Dixie Chick (IRE) 6 11-11
J Callum Bewley
T Sam England, Guiseley
O Racing To Profit Syndicate
B Colin Motherway
S Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
3 AILLDUBH(IRE)
(402)
B g Shantou (USA) - Captain Carol (IRE) 8 11-4
J Alice Stevens (3)
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O The Cheltenham Trail
B J. O’Connor & Burgage Stud
S Micky Hammond Racing
4
STICKWITHMESAM(FR)(21)
B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Wendy du Berlais (FR) 6 11-3
J Brian Hughes E Hood, Tongue Strap
T Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
O Mr & Mrs JW Dale & Mr & Mrs JDJ Copas
B Mr John Lightfoot
S JMC Surfacing Contractors
5 LEWAHOUSE(GB)(9)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Primrose Time 9 11-1
J Bruce Lynn E Cheek Pieces
T Catch Bissett, Leslie
O Bissett Racing
B Mrs D. A. Whitaker
S Tote
6
STOWAWAYJOHN(IRE)(310)
B g Stowaway - Figlette 11 10-12
J Stephen Mulqueen E Tongue Strap
T Sandy Forster, Kelso
O Mr C. Storey
TFRHHHHI BHA96 FORM 20-FB26 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Given positive ride when respectable second at Kelso last month, finishing tired, and probably found next run coming too soon. Becoming well handicapped. 18Nov Kel 17f HcpC soft 6/6 Classical Sting 40l 8Nov Kel 17f HcpC gd-sf 2/7 Grain d’Oudairies (FR) 15l 25Oct Kel 17f HcpC good B/7 Ballyfort (IRE)
TFRHHHHH BHA93 FORM 052/6-01 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Unsurprisingly looked in need of the run following 18 months off at Carlisle and seemed suited by the drop to the minimum trip when making a winning chase bow at Sedgefield 16 days ago. That form looks solid and he’s likely to go well again. 24Nov Seg 16f HcpC soft 1/7 Forcetoreckonwith (IRE) 13/4l 10Nov Car 19f HcpH soft 9/11 Drop Kick (IRE) 28l May24 Str 22f HcpH good 6/11 No More No (IRE) 27l
TFRHHIII BHA86
FORM P40031-
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler for Michael Flannery Off mark in Irish points at seventh attempt (Nov 2024). Aug24 Bel 17f HcpH good 11 Due
TFRHHHHI BHA85
FORM 4622U-0
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved switched to chasing last term, runner-up twice at the turn of the year Player if coming on for return.
19Nov War 16f HcpC soft 7/8 Kykorock (FR) 103/4l 22Mar Bgr
TFRHHHII BHA83 (-1)
FORM 6202-56 C
TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run but was runner-up twice in the spring. However let down by jumping both starts this season and drops in trip now
25Mar Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf 2/6 Halfway House Lad
B Ronnie O’Neill TFRHHIII BHA80 FORM 401/400- C
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole win came in the mud here almost 2 years ago but struggled all 3 starts last season so returns with plenty to prove. 3Feb
KINGSTONROCK(IRE)(16)
Gr g Kingston Hill - Rock High Lady (IRE) 7 10-12
J Edward Austin (5) E Blinkers, Tongue Strap
T Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
O Mr J L and Mrs H R Gledson
B Maurice Geraghty TFRHHIII BHA80 FORM 55036-P
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who ran no sort of race at Sedgefield on return. Blinkers now applied on return to chasing.
24Nov
8 BLENDEDSTEALTH(GB)(16)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Wyldello 8 10-7
J Peter Kavanagh E Blinkers
T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
O Mr D Mullen, Mr G Barker and Partners
B R. D and Mrs J. S. Chugg
S Eden Commercials Cumbria Limited
9 CUDGEL(GB)(240)
B g Sulamani (IRE) - Posh Stick
12 10-2
J Danny McMenamin E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T James Walton, Morpeth
O Messrs F. T. Walton
B Messrs F. T. Walton
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Stewards Note:
TFRHHHII BHA75
FORM 50652F CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Refitting of cheekpieces and a more positive ride worked the oracle when finally opening his account at Hexham in May More lows than highs since, however, and took a heavy fall at Sedgefield 16 days ago.
24Nov Seg 16f HcpC soft F/7 Dixie Cowboy (IRE)13Nov Seg 16f HcpC soft 2/6 Formel Park
8Nov Kel 20f HcpH gd-sf 5/9 Authorized Mission 32l
TFRHHIII BHA69
FORM 303P40- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW All 6 career wins have been registered here but he’s now well into the veteran stage and didn’t look the force of old last season. 1lb out of weights.
14Apr Hex 24f HcpC good 9/14 Kicksaftersix (IRE) 49l 13Mar Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 4/11 Divas Doyen (IRE) 17l
31Jan Cat 19f HcpC soft P/7 Valence d’Aumont (FR) -
2024: TOMMY COMBATS (IRE) 5 11 11 Sean Quinlan 3-1 (Martin Todhunter) 10 ran
STOWAWAY JOHN: Following its run on 3/2/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped left-handed throughout.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Dixie Cowboy (IRE), 7-2 Stick With Me Sam (FR), 5-1 Treaty Boy (IRE), 17-2 Blended Stealth (GB), 14-1 Lewa House (GB), 18-1 Aill Dubh (IRE), Kingston Rock (IRE), 20-1 Cudgel (GB), 25-1 Stowaway John (IRE) PLAY SMARTER
DIXIE COWBOY looked better than ever on his second outing after a lengthy absence when making a successful start over fences at Sedgefield and is taken to follow up. Stick With Me Sam and Treaty Boy are both on potentially handy marks so are feared most.
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 or stolen tickets will not be replaced. Transfer to security or not 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.
This Racecourse operates under the Terms and Conditions of Racecourse Guidance as set out by The Racecourse Association, a full copy of which is available in the Raceday Office
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 Britbet building beside the parade ring. d to e buil ring 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 evac 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 12.55 - THE SEASONS GREETINGS FROM HEXHAM BOOKMAKERS MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Herring Queen Series Qualifier) (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 one hurdle race. Enter by noon, December 4th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 8th. Weights: 11st each Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 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 this race. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the £100,000 Final (A Class 2 Handicap) of the Herring Queen Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over about two miles at Kelso on Saturday, 21st March, 2026 9 entries at £40 - Closed December 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470 (Penalty Value £4901.40)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.25 - THE PAXTONS NOW STOCKING STIHL EQUIPMENT 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, December 4th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 8th. Weights: 11st 4lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Hexham Racecourse 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 this race. 16 entries at £40 - Closed December 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470 (Penalty Value £4901.40)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.55 - THE BUTTERMERE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier)
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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, December 4th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 8th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025 for each hurdle race 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. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 21st March, 2026 In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Cab On Target Series qualifier 13 entries at £45 - Closed December 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £4503; Second £2251; Third £1126; Fourth £563; Fifth £281. (Penalty Value £5888.31)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.25 - THE ROBERT & HELEN CARR-SMITH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4805 to the winning horse The second to receive £2211, the third £1105, the fourth £553 and the fifth £275 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, December 4th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 8th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Hexham Racecourse 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 this race. 21 entries at £40 - Closed December 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229 (Penalty Value £4805.71) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 2.55 - THE URSA MAJOR EVENT OF SIVOLA MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6680 to the winning horse The second to receive £3073 the third £1536 the fourth £769 and the fifth £383 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, December 4th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 8th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025 for each steeple chase won 7lb. Ursa Major 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 this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 22nd March, 2026 In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Monet’s Garden Series qualifier 14 entries at £50 - Closed December 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319 (Penalty Value £6680.46) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.25 - THE TANT PIS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North One Man Series Qualifier) 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 0-100 Enter by noon, December 4th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 8th. Penalties, after November 29th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Hexham Racecourse 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 this race The Winning owner will also receive the “Tant Pis “Trophy to be held until 1st December 2026 This race is a qualifier for the Go North One Man Series Final, to be run over a distance of 2m at Carlisle on 22nd March, 2026 In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North One Man Series qualifier 11 entries at £45 - Closed December 4th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £4140; Second £2069; Third £1035; Fourth £518; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5413.02)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
2026 FIXTURES
2026
THURSDAY 12TH MARCH
“CHELTENHAM RACEDAY”
WEDNESDAY 25TH MARCH
“WEATHERBYS SPRING RACEDAY”
MONDAY 13TH APRIL
“EASTER HOLIDAY RACEDAY”
SATURDAY 2ND MAY
“MAY RACE EVENING”
SATURDAY 9TH MAY
“HEART OF ALL ENGLAND RACEDAY”
TUESDAY 19TH MAY
“CELEBRATING NORTHUMBERLAND EVENING”
SATURDAY 6TH JUNE
“DERBY DAY”
SATURDAY 14TH JUNE
“CHARITY RACEDAY”
SUNDAY 22ND JUNE
“LADIES DAY”
FRIDAY 2ND OCTOBER.
SATURDAY 10TH OCTOBER
TUESDAY 20TH OCTOBER.
FRIDAY 6TH NOVEMBER.
WEDNESDAY 18TH NOVEMBER.
WEDNESDAY 9TH DECEMBER.
