WELCOME E TO HEXHAM
THE RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE EXTEND A WARM WELCOME TO ALL OWNERS, TRAINERS, SPONSOR’S, AND RACEEGOERS.
Weatherbys are the administrators of British Horseracing and our overall sponsors today with their feature race being the Class 3, 3 mile “Weatherbys Chasing Excellence Beginners Steeple Chase”, we are also grateful to The European Breeders Fund for their sponsorship and contribution to prize money to the second race on the card
We have the second of our 2 long distance races today the other held on Cheltenham Thursday Both of these races are kindly sponsored by Bob Kirk of BK Racing. Included in the race card is a £2.00 Free Betting Voucher for a bet on the race, also follow @123bkracing on X to take advantage of any specials they may offer on races today.
Today we are partnering with our local NHS Trust to host a Bowel Cancer Screening Awareness Raceday. Bowel Cancer is the 4th most common type of cancer in Great Britain. Screening can help prevent Bowel Cancer or find it at an early stage when it’s easier to treat.
There is a team from NHS on site today located underneath the canopy of the saddling boxes please take time to chat with them to find out more and how taking tests could save your life
The Injured Jockey Fund are here today situated in front of the Shire Bar and have a large range of merchandise on offer An ideal time to do your Christmas Shopping whilst enjoying all the action on the track
We have Racing to School visiting us today. Racing to School organise educational trips bringing children to the racecourse and teaching them various subject in a different environment to the classroom. Whilst on course should you require assistance please do not hesitate to ask any member of stewarding, catering or racecourse staff who will be pleased to assist Whether you are a regular racegoer or first time visitor we hope you have an enjoyable and successful day and look forward to welcoming you back in future.
Robert Whitelock Racecourse Manager
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY...
SATURDAY 29TH NOVEMBER 2025
BORDER POINT TO POINT
Gates Open 10.30am First Race 12.30pm Last Race 3.00
WEDNESDAY 10TH DECEMBER 2025
CHRISTMAS JUMPER RACEDAY
Gates Open 11.00am First Race 12.45pm Last Race 3.17
THURSDAY 12TH MARCH 2026
CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL RACEDAY
WEDNESDAY 25TH MARCH 2026
SPRING RACEDAY
Gates Opening and Race Times could be subject to late alteration, please check our website www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk nearer the date.
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RACEDAY OFFICIALS
STEWARDS
Adrian Smith (Chief Steward)
Peter Forster (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Milly Bersey, Michael Eyre, Philippa Hardy
STARTERS
Jason Callaghan
Russell Garritty
JUDGE
Di Clark
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Michael Hamilton
VETERINARY OFFICER
Tim Davies
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Cyril Johnstone, Graham Gray, Michelle Maughan, Joe O’Gorman
VETERINARY SURGEONS
David J Parkin MRCVS, Suzy Yeend MRCVS
Steph Cook MRCVS
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Viv Tut
Dr Sam Foster
Dr Anke Selbmann
COMMENTATOR
John Blance
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
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.
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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
SUPPORTING RACING TO SCHOOL. HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9100
Owners Prize Money 1st £3675 2nd £1837 3rd £919 4th £460 5th £229 (Penalty Value £4805.71)
Leading course trainer (20-25): Mr M T Walford (26 wins from 129 runners, 20%) runs BUZZ ICECLEAR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (20 wins from 84 runners, 24%) runs LITTLE WREN
Longest Traveller: LITTLE WREN trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 229 miles.
J Jockey T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment
1 BUZZICECLEAR(IRE)(18)
Ch g Sea Moon - Victoria Says (IRE) 5 12-0
J Jamie Hamilton
T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
O Racing to Profit Syndicate & G Walford
B S. Lanigan-O’Keeffe
S Cube3 Construction
2 WEEALKI(IRE)(12)
B g Alkaadhem - Springfield Spirit (IRE) 6 11-13
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 GRANDVOYAGE(FR)(11)
B g Network (GER) - Qape Noir (FR) 9 11-12
J Joshua Thompson (7) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
O Shire Dreamers
B EARL Trinquet, M. Trinquet & O. Trinquet
4
WISEMOVE(IRE)(200)
B g Shirocco (GER) - Offside Rule (IRE) 7 11-10
J Jonathon Bewley E Hood
T George Bewley, Colby
O Annett, Tunstall and Graham
B Miss Eleanor Broderick
S Lloyd Ltd
5 THERESDEVTYKE(GB)(29)
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bella (FR) 4 11-10
J Tom Midgley (3)
T Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
O Resdev & partner
B Peel Bloodstock
S Resdev Ltd
6 AMBASSADOR(IRE)(13)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Natural Bloom (IRE) 8 11-4
J Alice Stevens (5)
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O The Cheltenham Trail
B Sir Robert Ogden
S Micky Hammond Racing
7 COVENTRY(IRE)(29)
B g Galileo (IRE) - Moonstone 8 10-12
J Peter Kavanagh
T Lisa Harrison, Wigton
O Dally Jock Tony & DAH Racing
B Coolmore
TFRHHHHH BHA99 FORM 56360-1
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved for step up to 3m when making a successful handicap debut/reappearance at Ayr (soft) 18 days ago. Shorter trip here but ground conditions are likely to place the emphasis firmly on stamina. Open to further progress. 1Nov Ayr 24f HcpH soft 1/9 Themanintheboots (IRE) nk 17Feb Car 17f Hdl gd-sf 7/8 Joltin N Jiving (IRE) 29l 3Feb Car 17f Hdl soft 6/9 More Coko (FR) 16l
TFRHHHII BHA98
FORM 3-22041 C
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 12 days ago. Should remain competitive off 5lb higher
7Nov Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 1/10
TFRHHIII BHA97
FORM 31-45P0 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a lengthy losing run over fences at Ayr in March but hasn’t offered much in 2 comeback outings (chase and hurdle) this month. Can only watch until showing more.
8Nov Kel 20f HcpH gd-sf 8/9 Take A Hike (IRE) 19l 1Nov Ayr 20f HcpC soft P/12 Too Cool Forshrule (IRE)7Jun Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 5/12 Marty McFly (IRE) 15l
TFRHHHII BHA95
FORM F0504-4
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who was a creditable fourth of 9 over 23f here (good) when last seen in May Claims if ready to roll after 6 months off
3May Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 4/9 Tartan Cookie (IRE) 3l 13Mar Hex 20f Hdl gd-sf 4/8 Baratablet (IRE) 30l 11Feb Ayr 24f HcpH soft 9/13 Maura Jeanne 38l
TFRHHHII BHA96
FORM 33-0
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit in juvenile hurdles last season but well held on 2m Perth handicap reappearance (heavy) last month. Up in trip. Remains unexposed. 21Oct Per 16f HcpH soft 9/12 Nathan Wells
TFRHHIII BHA89 FORM 316006
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways when making all at Cartmel in August but not in same form next 4 starts.
TFRHHIII BHA83 FORM 046000
TIMEFORM VIEW Just one win from 29 starts and that was back in 2021. Recent efforts have been disappointing. Easy to look elsewhere.
21Oct
8 PALMBEACH(IRE)(125)
B g Galileo (IRE) - Alta Anna (FR) 8 10-12
J Miss Pippa Brown (7)
T Victor Thompson, Alnwick
O Mr V. Thompson
B Lynch-Bages & Rhinestone Bloodstock
9 PERFECTPOLI(GB)(121)
B m Dunaden (FR) - Miss Poli 7 10-8
J Sean Quinlan E Tongue Strap
T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
O Mr Semore Kurdi
B M. J. Tuckey
10
LITTLEWREN(GB)(35)
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Decision Made (IRE) 5 10-3
J Tristan Durrell (3)
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
O Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd
S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warks & Northants)
11
SOLWAYPRIMROSE(GB)(69)
B m Overbury (IRE) - Solway Rose 11 10-3
J Danny McMenamin
T Lisa Harrison, Wigton
O D A Harrison Racing
B D. A. Harrison
S Atlas Concrete Ltd
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Stewards Note:
TFRHHHII BHA83
FORM P006-01
TIMEFORM VIEW Ready winner of a 23f handicap at Worcester July for Ben Pauling. Remains with handicapping scope after an 8lb rise if showing up in similar form on his first outing for Victor Thompson.
17Jul Wor 23f HcpH good 1/11 The Flying Poet (IRE) 43/4l 3Jul Per 20f HcpH good 7/11 Top Flight Century (FR) 24l 8Apr Car 25f HcpH good 6/6 I’m A Starman 13l
TFRHHIII BHA79 FORM 66/P-550
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 7-y-o who made no impact in his first 2 handicaps over the summer Best watched unless the betting suggests otherwise.
good 5/7 Belladinotte (IRE)
Cml
Hdl good 5/8 My Friend Yeats (IRE) 25l
TFRHHHHI BHA74 FORM 6-000
TIMEFORM VIEW Little show in 3 qualifying runs over 2m but in top hands and could prove a totally different proposition now handicapping. Market confidence would look significant.
15Oct Wor 16f Hdl good 11/15 Big Ginge (IRE) 97l 15Sep Wor 16f Hdl gd-sf 10/14 Caelan (IRE) 39l 31Aug Wor 16f Hdl good 7/10 Dream Diamond (IRE) 81l
TFRHHIII BHA74 FORM 2/4315/-P C
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained her breakthrough success over 23f here (heavy) in November 2023 but offered little on her return from a long absence at Uttoxeter in September Can only watch at present.
11Sep Utt 23f HcpH good P/12 Tropical Speed (IRE)Nov23 Nwc 23f HcpH soft 5/10 Tune In A Box (IRE) 21l Nov23 Hex 23f HcpH heavy 1/8 You Say Its Over (IRE) 1
2024:MEETING ABANDONED
SOLWAY PRIMROSE: Following its run on 11/9/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Buzz Iceclear (IRE), 4-1 Little Wren (GB), 6-1 Wee Alki (IRE), 9-1 Palm Beach (IRE), 10-1 The Resdev Tyke (GB), 12-1 Wise Move (IRE), 16-1 Coventry (IRE), 28-1 Grand Voyage (FR), 33-1 Ambassador (IRE), Solway Primrose (GB), 40-1 Perfect Poli (GB)
BUZZ ICECLEAR should have more to offer on the back of his Ayr handicap debut success and is taken to make light of a 5lb rise. Little Wren is a potential improver in handicaps for Dan Skelton and would rate a big danger if the betting speaks for her Wise Move is next on the list. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BUZZ ICECLEAR (IRE) 2.LITTLE WREN 3.WISE MOVE (IRE)
THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF
‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
for novice four, five and six yrs old 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): S Corbett (18 wins from 139 runners, 13%) runs IVAN’S LEGACY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (6 wins from 41 runners, 15%) runs HOURMAN & LIKE MINDED Longest Traveller: COUNT ADHEMAR trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 168 miles.
J Jockey T Trainer O Owner B Breeder S Sponsor E Equipment
1 COUNTADHEMAR(IRE)(257)
B g Westerner - Bobset Leader (IRE) 5 11-0
J Theo Gillard
T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
O Mr T. G. Leslie
B Miss Mary R. Barry
S Bluegrass Horse Feeds
2 EASTERNSTORM(GB)(193)
B g Telescope (IRE) - Watch The Wind 5 11-0
J Jamie Hamilton
T James Walton, Morpeth
O Messrs F. T. Walton
B Messrs F. T. Walton
3 HOURMAN(FR)(39)
Ch g Masked Marvel - Next Dream (FR) 4 11-0
J Conner McCann (7)
T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
O Sue Howell
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie La Grugerie et al
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
4 IVAN’SLEGACY(GB)(12)
B g Flag of Honour (IRE) - Morning With Ivan (IRE) 4 11-0
J Conor Rabbitt (5) E Hood
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Tweed Valley Racing & Susan Corbett
B L P Richards & Susan Corbett
S Simpsons Malt Ltd, J e Douglas & Sons
5 LIKEMINDED(IRE)(-)
B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Winged Empress (IRE) 4 11-0
J Derek Fox
T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
O Mr John P. McManus
B The Beeches Stud Ltd
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
6 NOSYNEIGHBOUR(IRE)(234)
B g Getaway (GER) - Well Set Up (IRE) 4 11-0
J Nathan Moscrop
T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
O Mrs Christie Thompson
B Miss Emily Kilcoyne
S Bluegrass Horse Feeds
7 WHEREARETHEJUDGES(IRE)(235)
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Rathmuck Rita (IRE) 5 11-0
J Callum Bewley
T Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie
O Janet Lowther & Michelle Charlton
B Edward Sexton
TFRHHIII BHAFORM 63-
TIMEFORM VIEW Westerner gelding who finished mid-field in an Ayr bumper in January before a distant third in testing ground on hurdle debut there 6 weeks later 7Mar Ayr 16f Hdl soft 3/9 My Kiwi Girl (IRE) 48l 21Jan Ayr 16f NHF soft 6/12 They’re Chancers (IRE) 11l
TFRHIIII BHAFORM P14U-P
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner but pulled up in a pair of 23f course maiden hurdles under Rules. Takes a marked drop in trip now Has had wind surgery
10May Hex 23f Hdl good P/8 Pike RoadMay24 Hex 23f Hdl good P/6 Guard The Moon
TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 4
TIMEFORM VIEW 10/1, close fourth of 5 in a course bumper 39 days ago. Starts out over hurdles in a very winnable race and one of 2 likely types here for the stable. The betting should help guide as to which is the first string.
11Oct Hex 16f NHF good 4/5 Tony Joe (IRE) nk
TFRHHIII BHAFORM 4-44
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best when fourth on all 3 bumper starts. Hurdle debut.
7Nov Hex 16f NHF gd-sf 4/11 Forthfactor (IRE) 21l 19Oct Seg 16f NHF good 4/5 Blue Topaz 22l 25Mar Hex 16f NHF gd-sf 4/7 Imperfectlyperfect (IRE) 17l
TFRHHHHH BHAFORM
TIMEFORM VIEW EUR47,000 son of Wings And Eagles. Represents a top owner and starts out in what could be a weak race. Market support likely significant.
RACECOURSE DEBUT
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 54-
TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame on second of 2 starts in Irish points in March. Interesting to see what the betting makes of him now hurdling for a new yard.
RACECOURSE DEBUT
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 4-
TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame sole start in points in March. Another for whom the betting should help guide to expectations.
RACECOURSE DEBUT
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Like Minded (IRE), 7-2 Hourman (FR), 5-1 Nosy Neighbour (IRE), 11-2 Count Adhemar (IRE), 10-1 Wherearethejudges (IRE), 11-1 Ivan’s Legacy (GB), 50-1 Eastern Storm (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
In a race where there’s no hurdle form of worth to go on the suggestion is J P McManusowned newcomer LIKE MINDED with confidence in his chance increased should the betting vibes be strong. His stablemate Hourman wasn’t beaten far in a course bumper last month and is second choice.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LIKE MINDED (IRE) 2.HOURMAN (FR) 3.NOSY NEIGHBOUR (IRE)
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Race preview from Weatherbys
Fivehorsesgotopostforracethree on today’s card, the Weatherbys ‘Chasing Excellence’ Beginners’ Chase, a Class 3 contest staged over3m.
Thehighestratedintermsofhurdling ratings is Paul Nicholls’ Henri The Second, who did have one run over fences at the beginning of last season before reverting to hurdles. Winnerofaheavy-groundPertemps QualifieratSandownlastDecember, hereturnedtotheEshertracktorun asoundraceinthevaluableHeroes Handicap Hurdle, before struggling on quicker ground in the Pertemps FinalatCheltenham.
On the back of another windoperation, the imposing eightyear-old – who was a Grade 2 winner as a novice hurdler (at his beloved Sandown, unsurprisingly) – is certainly worth another try over fences and sets the standard, with underfootconditionstosuit.Itisalso worth noting that Nicholls boast a fantasticstrike-ratehereatHexham (80%), with four of his five previous runners at the track having proven successful.
Steppingupintripandfacingsofter ground should see improvement from KingOfAnswers, who finished last of five on chase debut here last month. The six-year-old, who represents the stable of Lucinda
Russell & Michael Scudamore, showedimprovedforoverastaying trip at Perth in the spring and it is worth remembering that he wasn’t beaten too far by Wendigo in an IrishPoint.
Kilmore Rock was pulled-up on his first start over fences and subsequently finished tailed off over hurdles at Newcastle. Susan Corbett’s six-year-old has plenty to findonofficialBHARatingsandasa result, is possibly best watched on groundthatislikelytobesofterthan ideal.
The other pair are making their respective chasing debuts. Young Jack is another who has plenty to find on ratings but twice won on testing ground over hurdles and is a former winning Irish Pointer. OwnedbyDavidArmstrongandLee Westwood, he represents the Chris Grant stable and the trainer seems to have his horses in a good place atpresent.
Stuart Crawford’s Ayiko completes the line-up and appeals more as a likely threat. The lightly-raced sixyear-oldwonasoft-groundmaiden hurdle at Ayr over an extended 3m before finishing third in a big-field handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse’s Easter fixture. Again, with conditions in his favour, he can be expected to gowell.
BEGINNERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15800
Owners Prize Money 1st £6593 2nd £3297 3rd £1648 4th £825 (Penalty Value £8604.68)
Leading course trainer (20-25): S Corbett (18 wins from 139 runners, 13%) runs KILMORE ROCK
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (8 wins from 40 runners, 20%) runs HENRI THE SECOND
Longest Traveller: AYIKO trained by S R B Crawford, Ireland.
1 AYIKO(GB)(211)
B g Champs Elysees - Soraya Pearl 6 11-5
J J. J. Slevin E Tongue Strap
T S. R. B. Crawford, Northern Ireland
O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede
B L&R Bloodstock Ltd
S The Sporting Life
2 HENRITHESECOND(FR)(251)
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Rock Treasure (FR) 8 11-5
J Harry Cobden
T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
O Martin Broughton & Friends 7
B Mme Daniela Airaldi
S Morson Group
3 KILMOREROCK(IRE)(20)
B g Shirocco (GER) - Champayne Hallie (IRE) 6 11-5
J Nathan Moscrop E Cheek Pieces
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Payne, Bell, Severs, Moffatt & Corbett
B Brian Kiely
S Finnies Heavy Haulage
4 KINGOFANSWERS(IRE)(39)
Br g Malinas (GER) - Queen of Questions (IRE) 6 11-5
J Derek Fox
T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
O The Kings Counsel
B Denis Hoban
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
5 YOUNGJACK(IRE)(263)
B g Champs Elysees - Cherish The Pear (IRE) 7 11-5
J Danny McMenamin
T Chris Grant, Billingham
O D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood
B Mr K. McCoy
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.
TFRHHHHI BHA127 FORM 053/213- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdle winner at Ayr. Very good third of 18 in 23f handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse (soft) when last seen in April. Useful chase prospect. 22Apr Fai 23f HcpH yd-sf 3/18 Custom Taylor (IRE)
21Jan Ayr 24f Hdl soft 1/9 Visual Impact (IRE)
Dec24 Fai 23f Hdl yield 2
TFRHHHHH BHA133
FORM P/4/4120-
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who handles testing ground well. Didn’t jump well when remote last of 4 on Sandown chase debut 2 years ago but much too soon to suggest he won’t cut it over fences. Has had wind surgery
13Mar Chl 23f HcpH gd-sf 17/24 Doddiethegreat (IRE) 30l 1Feb San 23f HcpH heavy 2/13 Red Dirt Road (IRE) 8l Dec24 San 23f HcpH heavy 1/9 Up For Parol (IRE) 18l
TFRHIIII BHA114
FORM 11-13P6 C D
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner over hurdles but seemingly didn’t take to chasing at Kelso last month Also below par over hurdles at Newcastle since. Can only watch this time.
30Oct Nwc 23f HcpH good 6/7 Do No Wrong (IRE) 40l 5Oct Kel 26f HcpC good P/6 Ashtown Lad (IRE)7Jun Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 3/5 Pinot Rouge (IRE) 29l
TFRHHHHI BHA127
FORM 614P2-5
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning hurdler winner in the mud. Probably needed the run after 6 months off when 5 lengths last of 5 in 2 1/2m course novice handicap on chase debut 39 days ago. Open to progress.
11Oct Hex 20f HcpC good 5/5 I Am Max (IRE)
25Apr Per 26f HcpH gd-sf 2/12 Wa Wa (IRE)
4Apr Ain 24f Hdl good P/13 Julius des Pictons (FR) -
TFRHHIII BHA118
FORM 510P30- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful dual hurdle winner A point background provides hope that he’ll take to fences back from 8 months off but he’d receive weight from a few of these in a handicap.
1Mar Kel 20f HcpH gd-sf 9/10 Bold Light (IRE) 18l 14Feb Kel 22f HcpH soft 3/12 Stay If U Want To (IRE) 8l 18Jan Hay 24f HcpH soft P/11 Uncle Bert -
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 King of Answers (IRE), 5-2 Henri The Second (FR), 7-2 Ayiko (GB), 11-1 Young Jack (IRE), 14-1 Kilmore Rock (IRE) PLAY SMARTER
Paul Nicholls doesn’t run many here but 4 of the 5 he has sent up over the years have won and HENRI THE SECOND is taken to enhance that excellent strike-rate now having a second crack at chasing after a 2-year gap. King of Answers should be all the sharper for last month’s course chase debut/reappearance and is feared most ahead of Ayiko.
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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.
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To claim, send tickets together with contact details to Hexham Racecourse, Racecourse Office, High Yarridge, Hexham, Northumberland NE46 2JP within 14 days of the abandoned raceday.
Leading course trainer (20-25): S Corbett (18 wins from 139 runners, 13%) runs PINOT ROUGE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (6 wins from 41 runners, 15%) runs WAL BUCK’S
Longest Traveller: FAIRLAWN FLYER trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 427 miles.
1 FAIRLAWNFLYER(GB)(31)
B g Dr Massini (IRE) - She’s Our Native (IRE) 9 12-0
J Shane Fenelon (5) E Cheek Pieces
T Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
O Mr Ross Williams
B Miss E. Nicholas & R. Williams
S Peter and Karen Bowen Racing
2 PINOTROUGE(IRE)(12)
Ch m Vendangeur (IRE) - Moanbaun Lady (IRE) 7 11-13
J Conor Rabbitt (5) E Blinkers
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Mr S. Oliver
B Seamus O’Roarke
S Finnies Heavy Haulage
3 BETTERFOREVERYONE(GB)(23)
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Lady Emily 8 11-9
J Tom Bellamy
T Alan King, Barbury Castle
O Mr Rupert Anton
B Mr Evan Robert Hanbury
S Goodwin Racing Ltd
4 SHIGHNESS(GB)(17)
E Cheek Pieces
TFRHHHII BHA120 FORM 11-1123
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 5 in a row between March and June before good second at Cartmel in July Shaped as if still in reasonable heart after 3 months off when third at Sedgefield and likely to give it another good shot.
19Oct Seg 29f HcpC good 3/6 Ivane (FR) 20l 21Jul Cml 25f HcpC soft 2/5 Puddlesinthepark
27Jun Cml 25f HcpC soft 1/5 Leading
TFRHHHII BHA119
FORM 6P-3144 C
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways over hurdles (23f) here in June but went off too hard there next time. Respectable effort back chasing when fourth here (20f) 12 days ago but still has stamina to prove over this far
7Nov Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 4/8 Hello Judge
11Oct Hex 23f HcpH good 4/5 Roger
TFRHHHHH BHA115
FORM 0/4031-1 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Suited by long distances and ended last season with a win over C&D Better than ever when making a winning return at Bangor last month and should make a bold bid for the hat-trick back up in trip.
27Oct Bgr 24f HcpC good 1/6 Bridget Mary (IRE)
13Mar Hex 31f HcpC gd-sf 1/10 Shighness
7Feb Bgr 29f HcpC soft 3/14 Laskalin (FR)
TFRHHHII BHA112
FORM 04P2P-5
B m Passing Glance - Sharwakom (IRE) 8 11-6
J Brian Hughes E Cheek Pieces
T Micky Hammond, Middleham
O The Golden Cuckoo
B Mrs Glenda Swinglehurst
S Micky Hammond Racing
5 WALBUCK’S(FR)(45)
B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Walsamelle (FR) 6 11-4
J Derek Fox
T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
O Mr John P. McManus
B Thierry Prod’Homme & Mickael Prod’Homme
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
6
DONBROCCO(GB)(12)
Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Brantingham Breeze 9 10-2
J Bruce Lynn E Blinkers, Tongue Strap
T Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
O Mr Gary Jon Rutherford
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited
S David Merry Farrier
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
TIMEFORM VIEW Just the one decent effort last season but that came when 1/2-length second to Betterforeveryone (4lb better off with winner now) over C&D in March. Had no chance at the weights on her return from 6 months off at Carlisle 17 days ago.
2Nov Car 19f Ch gd-sf 5/5 Paggane 52l
25Apr Per 30f HcpC gd-sf P/12 Fairlawn Flyer13Mar Hex 31f HcpC gd-sf 2/10 Betterforeveryone 1/2l
TFRHHHHI BHA110
FORM 32135-4 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in Haydock handicap chase in December and not discredited next 2 starts. Shaped as if better for the run at Kelso on return and he’s a likely player eased 2lb.
5Oct Kel 26f HcpC good 4/6 Ashtown Lad (IRE) 13l
25Apr Per 23f HcpC gd-sf 5/8 Heard That (IRE) 7
25Jan Utt 26f HcpC gd-sf 3/6 Good Work (FR) 2
TFRHHIII BHA86
FORM 6P1P3-P
TIMEFORM VIEW Two-time hurdle winner who belatedly got off the mark over fences at Carlisle in February Good 2 lengths third behind a couple of these over C&D in March but didn’t show much on return and 8lb out of the handicap here.
7Nov Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf P/11 Eveque (FR)13Mar Hex 31f HcpC gd-sf 3/10 Betterforeveryone 2l 24Feb Ayr 24f HcpC heavy P/8 Breeze of Wind (IRE) -
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Betterforeveryone (GB), 7-2 Wal Buck’s (FR), 11-2 Fairlawn Flyer (GB), 7-1 Pinot Rouge (IRE), Shighness (GB), 25-1 Don Brocco (GB)
BETTERFOREVERYONE
a couple of these over C&D in March and looked better than ever when following up at Bangor on his return despite the drop back in trip. He can complete the hat-trick at the main expense of Wal Buck’s, who is back on a fair mark and should come on for his comeback run.
THE SUPPORT THE INJURED JOCKEYS FUND HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS
5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9950
Owners Prize Money 1st £4019 2nd £2009 3rd £1005 4th £502, 5th £251. (Penalty Value £5254.59)
Leading course trainer (20-25): G Bewley (15 wins from 162 runners, 9%) runs TORY HILL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (6 wins from 41 runners, 15%) runs TENBOBEACHWAY
Longest Traveller: HEEZTHEBOY trained by G Hanmer, Tattenhall, 184 miles.
1 LARGYTRAIN(GB)(13)
B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Snow Train 8 12-0
J E Cheek Pieces
T Henry Hogarth, Stillington
O Hogarth Racing
B Mickley Stud
NON-RUNNER
2 KINGOFCONG(IRE)(12)
B g Gamut (IRE) - Bawnmore Lass (IRE) 7 11-10
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
3 HEEZTHEBOY(IRE)(19)
B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lovely Native (IRE) 8 11-7
J Jack Hogan
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
O Mrs J. A. Ashley
B Mr Michael Ward
4
TENBOBEACHWAY(IRE)(257)
Br g Malinas (GER) - Gift Wrapped (IRE) 7 11-4
J Jack Power (5)
T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
O Wymer & Russell
B Patrick Cashman
S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
5 TORYHILL(IRE)(281)
B g Milan - Popular Opinion (IRE) 7 11-2
J Jonathon Bewley E Tongue Strap
T George Bewley, Colby
O Mr Alan Udale
B Mr A. McNamara
S Lloyd Ltd
6 GIBBERWELL(IRE)(12)
B g Getaway (GER) - Unique Snoopy (IRE) 9 11-0
J Philip Armson (3) E Blinkers
T Jake Coulson, Heaton
O All Or Nothing Racing Club
B Parkville Stud
S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
7 PARAMARIBO(IRE)(13)
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Homepage 7 10-13
J Miss Pippa Brown (7) E Cheek Pieces
T Victor Thompson, Alnwick
O Mr V. Thompson
B Richard Milner (Shropshire) Ltd
TFRIIIII BHA99 FORM 1115/4-2 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a hat-trick in handicap chases over this sort of trip in early 2024. Lightly raced since but looked as good as ever back from 11 months off when second at Sedgefield 2 weeks ago. Player if this doesn’t come too soon. NON RUNNER. 6Nov Seg 21f HcpC good 2/11 El Muchacho (IRE) 3/4l Dec24 Car 26f HcpC soft 4/7 Croagh Patrick (IRE) 33l
Apr24 Kel 21f HcpC soft 5/11 Raceview Road (IRE) 11l
TFRHHHHI BHA95 FORM 0-060P2
TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish who posted his best effort over fences when second here (3m) 12 days ago, responding well to first-time headgear and worn down only by a stronger stayer Back down in trip now so big shout if in similar form.
7Nov Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf 2/11 Eveque (FR) 21/4l
3Oct Hex 20f HcpH gd-sf P/7 Knomorediamonds (FR)16Sep Utt 19f HcpH good 13/15 Oslo
TFRHHHHH BHA92
FORM 6466-12 CD BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely struggled for Pauline Robson but was much improved starting out for this yard when an easy winner over C&D on return. Backed that up with a good second of 16 at Uttoxeter and remains of interest.
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 14Apr Hex 15f HcpC good 6/9 Diamond Mix (IRE) 23l
TFRHHHII BHA89
FORM 5505//04-
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much sent chasing following almost 2 years off at Wetherby in February but fared much better when fourth at Ayr following month. Probably has more to offer in this sphere.
7Mar Ayr 20f HcpC soft 4/9 Grand Voyage (FR) 91/4l
1Feb Wet 19f HcpC soft 9/10 Jumper Madrik (FR) 46l Jan23 Nwc 20f Hdl soft 5/10 Passing Well (FR) 16l
TFRHHIII BHA87
FORM P2/0500-
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up all 4 completed starts in Irish points but didn’t show much in 3 runs over hurdles last season and failed to improve sent chasing for handicap debut at Ayr in February Tongue strap on 1st time.
11Feb Ayr 24f HcpC gd-sf 7/13 Cowboy Cooper (IRE) 16l Dec24 Hex 20f Hdl soft 8/10 Not A Light (IRE) 55l Nov24 Car 19f Hdl soft 5/10 Aboutdamntime (IRE) 29l
TFRHHHII BHA85
FORM P2P15-F C D
TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable but was on a going day when a winner here (3m) in March. Let down by jumping on return here 12 days ago.
7Nov Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf F/11 Eveque (FR)14Apr Hex 24f HcpC good 5/14 Kicksaftersix (IRE) 20l 13Mar Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf 1/12 I See The Sea (IRE) 11/2l
TFRHIIII BHA84
FORM 5U213-P CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful once from 8 starts in points since last seen over hurdles in late-2023/24 but he ran no sort of race on chase bow at Sedgefield on belated return to Rules 2 weeks ago.
6Nov Seg 19f HcpC good P/7 Fat HarryMay24 Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 12/16 Atomic Angel 45l Apr24 Hex 20f HcpH heavy 1/8 Master Breffni (IRE) hd t-trick but weeks this doesn’t come too soon. NON RUNNER. 4/7
8 REDNED(IRE)(18)
Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Kilbarry Marien (IRE) 6 10-13
J Craig Nichol E Cheek Pieces
T Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
O Cakemuir Racing
B Con O’Keeffe
S Sandy Thomson, Border Embroidery
9 LEWAHOUSE(GB)(18)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Primrose Time 9 10-12
J Bruce Lynn E Cheek Pieces
T Catch Bissett, Leslie
O Bissett Racing
B Mrs D. A. Whitaker
S Tote
10 STOWAWAYJOHN(IRE)(289)
B g Stowaway - Figlette 11 10-9
J Patrick Wadge E Tongue Strap
T Sandy Forster Kelso
O Mr C. Storey
B Ronnie O’Neill
11 KNIGHTPHASE(IRE)
(11)
B g Sageburg (IRE) - New Vega (FR) 6 10-2
J Peter Kavanagh E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
O Coltherd Racing Club
B D. Hickey
12 CUDGEL(GB)
(219)
B g Sulamani (IRE) - Posh Stick
12 10-2
J Sean Quinlan E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces
T James Walton, Morpeth
O Messrs F. T. Walton
B Messrs F. T. Walton
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5. Stewards Note:
TFRHIIII BHA84 FORM 0060-P0
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on the first of 2 starts in bumpers but little form over hurdles so hard to fancy now going chasing (unplaced both completed starts in Irish points). Headgear on.
1Nov Ayr 24f HcpH soft 7/9 Buzz Iceclear (IRE) 14l 5Oct Kel 20f HcpH good P/11 Looking Splendid20Jan Ayr 16f HcpH soft 10/12 Tread Softly Now 38l
TFRHHHII BHA83
FORM 66202-5 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run but was runner-up twice in the spring and likely to have been placed but for a final-fence howler at Ayr on return. 1Nov
20f HcpC gd-sf 8/11 Divas Doyen (IRE) 30l
HIIII BHA80 FORM 401/400- CD
HHIII BHA70 FORM 1/PP-0P
VIEW Won sole start in Irish points but offered nothing in a trio of novice hurdles and on chase debut. 8Nov Kel 23f HcpC gd-sf P/8 Sir Carnegie (IRE)5Oct Kel 20f Hdl good 7/9 Conman John (IRE) 38l 11Feb Ayr 20f Hdl soft P/12 Jeune Prince (FR) -
TFRHHIII BHA69
FORM 303P40- C
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. 4lb 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) -
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 Heeztheboy (IRE), 7-2 King of Cong (IRE), 11-2 Lewa House (GB), 7-1 Tenbobeachway (IRE), 12-1 Gibberwell (IRE), 25-1 Cudgel (GB), 33-1 Tory Hill (IRE), Stowaway John (IRE), Knightphase (IRE), 50-1 Paramaribo (IRE), Red Ned (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
HEEZTHEBOY has been much improved since joining this yard and remains one to keep on the right side of King of Cong responded well to this headgear when second here recently and is an obvious threat with the drop back in trip a plus. Tenbobeachway showed enough on his second start back from an absence to suggest he has a race in him.
for four and five yrs old x Total prize fund £6500
Owners Prize Money 1st £2712, 2nd £1357, 3rd £678, 4th £339 (Penalty Value £3539.90)
Leading course trainer (20-25): S Corbett (18 wins from 139 runners, 13%) runs RATEMENOW Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (20 wins from 84 runners, 24%) runs TRIGG
Longest Traveller: NO WALKOVER trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 333 miles.
1 TRIGG(GB)(65)
B g Getaway (GER) - Rock Chick Supremo (IRE) 4 11-9
J Miss Heidi Palin (7)
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
O Mr Dan Skelton
B Mr Nick Skelton & Ms Judy Craymer
S TheAirAmbulanceService (Warks & Northants) Ladbrokes
2 FOREVERLOUIE(GB)(-)
B g Forever Now - Jontys’lass 4 11-2
J Ross Chapman
T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
O Friends of J.B House
B Ashgill Stud
S Bluegrass Horse Feeds
3
HURLYBURLY(IRE)(-)
B g Shirocco (GER) - Sharifa (GER) 4 11-2
J Brian Hughes
T Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
O Highbeck Racing 3
B Noel Gowen
S Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd
4
NOWALKOVER(GB)(269)
B g Poet’s Word (IRE) - No Pushover 4 11-2
J Jack Tudor
T David Pipe, Wellington
O Mr G. Thompson
B R. F. and S. D. Knipe
S W & S Recycling
5 RATEMENOW(IRE)(12)
B or Br g Ice Breeze - Oscar Bb (IRE) 4 11-2
J Nathan Moscrop
T Susan Corbett, Otterburn
O Susan Corbett Racing
B JW Bloodstock Ltd
S Finnies Heavy Haulage
6 TEABOY(IRE)(239)
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Name For Fame (USA)5 11-2
J Callum Bewley
T Peter Atkinson, Northallerton
O Mr P. G. Atkinson
B Butlersgrove Stud
7 STRATHCATCHA(GB)(63)
B m Linda’s Lad - Lethem Present (IRE) 5 10-9
J Bruce Lynn
T Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
O Miss D J Amos
B Mr Tim Butt
TFRHHHHH BHAFORM 1 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway gelding did well to come from further back than other principals and make a winning debut at Worcester in September Open to improvement and rates as a clear stand-out under a penalty 15Sep Wor 16f NHF gd-sf 1/10 Noonetellsmenothin (IRE) 2l
TFRHHHII BHAFORM
TIMEFORM VIEW Forever Now gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Ryedale Racer and fair hurdler Lady Babs, stays 2 1/2m. Market should prove best guide.
RACECOURSE DEBUT
TFRHHHII BHAFORM
TIMEFORM VIEW £17,000 3-y-o, Shirocco gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Arvico Bleu. Dam, ran once on Flat, closely related to smart bumper winner Samain. Perhaps more of a longer-term prospect on paper
RACECOURSE DEBUT
TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 2-
TIMEFORM VIEW Poet’s Word gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdle winner around 2m Laganhill. Runner-up on his sole start in Irish points and rates as the most interesting newcomer
RACECOURSE DEBUT
TFRHHHII BHAFORM 4-3
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth on debut in a maiden point in March and showed a bit of ability when third in a C&D bumper 2 weeks ago. This is likely tougher
TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 2-
TIMEFORM VIEW Diamond Boy half-brother to 3 winners, notably Queen Mother Champion Chase winner Put The Kettle On. Promising second in a C&D bumper on debut in the spring and he looks the main danger to the favourite.
25Mar Hex 16f NHF gd-sf 2/7 Imperfectlyperfect (IRE) 6l
TFRHIIII BHAFORM 00
TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten both starts in bumpers.
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Trigg (GB), 9-2 Tea Boy (IRE), 8-1 No Walkover (GB), 14-1 Forever Louie (GB), 18-1 Hurlyburly (IRE), Ratemenow (IRE), 150-1 Strathcatcha (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
TRIGG was perhaps value for extra when making a winning start at Worcester 2 months ago and is expected to follow up under a penalty The well-bred Tea Boy showed promise over C&D on his debut and looks the biggest danger on return, with No Walkover appealing as the likeliest of the newcomers.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TRIGG 2.TEA BOY (IRE) 3.NO WALKOVER
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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 12.46 - THE HEXHAM RACECOURSE SUPPORTING RACING TO SCHOOL. 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, November 13th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Penalties, after November 8th, 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 the race 17 entries at £40 - Closed November 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229 (Penalty Value £4805.71) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.16 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (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, five and six yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, November 13th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race and will present a memento to the winning owner A cash prize of £30 will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the EBF ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday March 7th, 2026 16 entries at £40 - Closed November 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.51 - THE WEATHERBYS ‘CHASING EXCELLENCE’ BEGINNERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8604 to the winning horse The second to receive £3964 the third £1981 and the fourth £992. for four yrs old and upwards which have not won a steeple chase. Enter by noon, November 13th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Excluding the winner the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, provided the horse has had at least four prior completed runs over Steeple Chases or Hurdles combined.. Weatherbys 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. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. 12 entries at £60 - Closed November 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £6593; Second £3297; Third £1648; Fourth £825 (Penalty Value £8604.68)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.26 - THE B K RACING LONG DISTANCE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7314 to the winning horse The second to receive £3365, the third £1682, the fourth £842 and the fifth £419 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, November 13th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Penalties, after November 8th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb. B K Racing have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award 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 Red Rum Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 3m 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 Red Rum Series qualifier 9 entries at £55 - Closed November 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5594; Second £2796; Third £1399; Fourth £699; Fifth £349. (Penalty Value £7314.18)
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.01 - THE SUPPORT THE INJURED JOCKEYS FUND HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5254 to the winning horse The second to receive £2417 the third £1208 the fourth £604 and the fifth £301. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, November 13th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Penalties, after November 8th, 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. 19 entries at £40 - Closed November 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £4019; Second £2009; Third £1005; Fourth £502; Fifth £251. (Penalty Value £5254.59)
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.31 - THE BOWEL CANCER SCREENING SAVES LIVES OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3539 to the winning horse The second to receive £1630, the third £815 and the fourth £408 for four and five yrs old 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, November 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 17th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. Hexham Racecourse 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 the race. 11 entries at £30 - Closed November 13th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2712; Second £1357; Third £678; Fourth £339 (Penalty Value £3539.90) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
SATURDAY 29TH NOVEMBER
Border Point To Point
WEDNESDAY 10th DECEMBER
Christmas Jumper Raceday
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