Famously friendly, Kelso racegoers are particularly passionate about their jump racing and first-time visitors to the Racing Post Go North Weekend are unlikely to be stuck for conversation as they gather around the parade ring for a view of the horses.
While the hurdle track follows the roughly oval alignment of the original Flat racing track, steeplechasing was accommodated for the first time in 1883 with the inclusion of three small fields at the top of the racecourse, one of which was regularly left as a stretch of plough. Despite reverting to a more conventional turf surface in the 20th Century, the steeplechase track continues to offer a stiff test which can be viewed best of all from the roof of the original Listed Grandstand designed by John Carr
Kelso Racecourse is proud to offer an aspirational race programme for horses in the north of Britain, including three valuable race series finals today We are indebted to BetWright for their generous sponsorship of four races today, to the Kings Own Scottish Borderers, and to The Racing Post for their support for all three days of racing at Musselburgh, Kelso and Carlisle. We are especially grateful to the connections of all today’s runners – thank you for bringing your horses to Kelso
Finally, the Directors of Kelso Racecourse would like to extend a warm welcome to all racegoers present today Whether this is a first visit, or one of many regular outings, we wish you the best of fortune and look forward to seeing you again soon
Jonathan Garratt
Managing Director, Kelso Races Ltd
THE DIRECTORS
Mark Hunter
Jonathan Garratt
Jane Millar
Robert Miller-Bakewell
Tocky McKie
Colin Dempster
Robert Hunter
Simon Landale
Saturday 21st March 2026
Stewards
Starters
ADRIAN SHARPE (Chief Steward)
PHILIP SPOTTISWOOD (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
LYNDSAY GLYNN, SARAH RUSSELL, ADRIAN SMITH,
JASON CALLAGHAN, STUART TURNER
Judge NICHOLAS HARGREAVE
Clerk of the Scales MICHAEL HAMILTON
Veterinary Officer DUNCAN MACDONALD
Commentator SIMON HOLT
Raceday Announcer ROBERT HOGARTH
Medical Officers
Veterinary Surgeons
DR MAUDE DONKERS, DR JOEL BARKER, DR FIONA STRUTHERS, DR SAM FOSTER, DR CLAIRE MCLEAN, DR VIVIEN TUT, DR ANNA O’DONOGHUE, DR HEATHER KIRKLAND
MR EDWARD CHINN, B.VET.MED, CERT.E.P., M.R.C.V.S., MR URS SCHAELI, MED VET. M.R.C.V.S.
MRS SARAH SIMPSON B.V,M,&S., M.R.C.V.S., RYAN O’CONNOR B.VET. MEDCERT. A.V.P. (EM) PG CERT.V.P.S. M.R.C.V.S., MICHAEL MORRISON, B.VM.&S, M.R.C.V.S., EUAN HAMMERSLEY, BSC, B.VM &S, CERT, AVP, M.R.C.V.S.
Betting Ring Manager DARREN IRVING
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers
JOHN KIDD, CYRIL JOHNSTONE, TRACEY HAMILTON, LINDA PORTER, JAMES BONAR
Patron MR GF ADAM
Directors
MR MS HUNTER (CHAIRMAN), MR J GARRATT (MANAGING DIRECTOR), MRS J MILLAR, MR RL MILLER-BAKEWELL, MR SR LANDALE, MR R HUNTER, MRS V MCKIE, MR C DEMPSTER
Derek Fox J O Two Black Labs Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B J.R. Curran Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Wins over fences have come in small fields, but he does have some good efforts to his name in big-field handicapsandwasn’tdisgracedwheneighthintheWelshNationalatChepstowlasttime.Respected.TFRHHHII BHA139
colour of horse: b=bay br=brown, ch=chestnut, gr=grey
How to Bet
1. Select your horse and note its name and racecard number
2. Choose your bet – ‘To win’ or ‘each-way’ are the two most common types:
• ‘To win’ is for your horse to come first
• ‘Each-way’ is when you place two bets in one: one for your horse to come first, the other for it to be placed. Therefore £2 each-way = £4 total bet.
• What qualifies as a ‘place’ depends on the number of runners: between two and four runners - first place only; between five and seven runners - first and second place; eight runners and over - first three places; 16 runners and over (handicaps only) - first four places
• The place part of the bet will be paid out at a fraction of the odds, usually a quarter or a fifth - this varies depending on the bookmaker, so check if you are unsure!
3. Decide the amount, also known as the stake that you are comfortable to bet
4. Choose your outlet and place your bet e.g. “£2 win on number three” or “£2 each-way on number six”.
5. If your horse has won, wait to hear “weighed in” over the public address system and then go and collect any winnings!
6. Got so swept up you forgot to collect your cash? There are details of how to collect winning slips after the raceday on our terms and conditions page near the back of the racecard.
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Official BHA rating
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
THE BETWRIGHT BEESWING MARES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) for five yrs old and upwards mares x Total prize fund £40000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £17684, 2nd £7260, 3rd £3632, 4th £1816, 5th £908. (Penalty Value £23092)
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Richards (20 wins from 110 runners, 18%) runs PITWOOD ROAD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 84 runners, 11%) runs LISTENTOYOURHEART Longest Traveller: STAR WALKING trained by H Fry, Corscombe, 402 miles
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
HOLLYGROVE CHA CHA (IRE)(42) 1P-3151
6 11-4
Br B m Affinisea (IRE) - Hollygrove Rumba (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J
O S T Racing - The Founders’ Syndicate Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Yellowford Bloodstock Stanley’s S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful mare who bagged a first handicap success over 2 1/2m at Windsor on New Year’s Day Did too much in front whenonlyseventhof15inhandicapatAscotsince.Thesorttobouncebackonherfirstgoover3m. TFRHHHII BHA128 3
WORLDOFFORTUNES (IRE)
(31)0-P1242 D 8 11-2
Br Ch m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Rose of The World (IRE) Jordan Gainford J
O Michael F. Broderick J. W. Kenny, Ireland T
B Mr K. D. Cotter
TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful Irish hurdler who landed 2m6f handicap at Ballinrobe in September Went without her usual headgear whenagoodsecondof6inGrade3atPunchestown(21/2m)lastmonth.Aplayernowbackupintrip TFRHHHHH BHA137
PITWOOD
ROAD (GB)
Br B m Proconsul - Overyou
(53) 42FP-12 D 8 11-0
Danny McMenamin J
O Mr Derrick Mossop Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B D. Mossop
Jacksons Timber Ltd, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
Br B m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Catwalk Babe (IRE) David Bass J
O Shaw Racing & Graeme McPherson David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold T
B Tom Radley Pragnell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed handicap hurdles at Bangor and Ascot (3m) last autumn. Tried in cheekpieces when a well-held sixth in Yorkshire Rose Mares Hurdle at Doncaster (3m) in January so needsto bounce back after a break TFRHHHII BHA127
STARLYTE
(IRE)(28) 654600 C 9 11-0
Br B m Sir Percy - Virevolle (FR) Patrick Wadge J
O Wee Dude Partnership Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Ringfort Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who caught the eye after 3 months off when seventh of 15 in 2 1/2m handicap hurdle at Newcastle 28daysago,doingherbestworkatthefinish.Thisstepbackupintripisaplusbutshehaslotstofindonform. TFRHHIII BHA96
STAR WALKING
1046-21
Br B m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Tudor Glyn (IRE) Bryan Carver J
O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Star Harry Fry, Corscombe T
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a fourth handicap victor this season with a career best in 6-runner event at Ludlow (3m) 23 days ago This is tougher but she scored readily there so no forlorn hope. TFRHHHII BHA124
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: LAVIDA ADIVA (IRE) 6 11 0 Brian Hughes 5-1 (Ruth Jefferson) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 6.
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Hollygrove Cha Cha (IRE), 7-2 World of Fortunes (IRE), 6-1 Listentoyourheart (IRE), 11-1 Sunset Marquesa (IRE), 14-1 Rockola Vogue (IRE), Star Walking (IRE), Tankardstown Diva (IRE), 40-1 Pitwood Road (GB), 300-1 Starlyte (IRE)
Irish challenger WORLD OF FORTUNES looks the way to go here given she holds the edge on form and should benefit from stepping back up in trip on the back of a good second in a Punchestown Grade 3 last time out Recent Warwick Listed scorer Hollygrove Cha Cha rates the chief threat with both Tankardstown Diva and Sunset Marquesa also in the mix in this competitive mares event
TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM
Harry Fry has one
SECOND RACE | 1.30
THE BETWRIGHT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GO NORTH CAB ON TARGET SERIES FINAL) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £40000
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Alexander (26 wins from 244 runners, 11%) runs COCONUT SPLASH & ELOI DU PUY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 84 runners, 11%) runs BROOKSIDE LA Weightwatcher: RAUZAN won off a handicap mark of 118, his rating is now down 11lb to 107. Longest Traveller: BROOKSIDE LA trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 285 miles
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 JUDICIAL DEFERENCE (IRE)(36)61-2111 C D7 12-0
Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Little Choice (IRE) Craig Nichol J
O Ledwith Coates Adams Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Godfrey Greene Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who landed a Musselburgh maiden before bagging back-to-back handicaps at Haydock and over furtherherein2026.Upanother5lbbuthehasfurtherimprovementtocomesoisvery muchonetoconsider TFR
2 THANK YOU BLUE (GB)(15)40111P 9 11-9
3
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Tara Potter Non Runner J
O Mr Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek T
NON-RUNNER
B James & Jean Potter Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER TFRIIIII BHA119
BARATABLET (IRE)(28) 131-145
6 11-9
Br B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Perfect Woman (IRE) Danny McMenamin J
O Mr J. Fyffe Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Leonard H. MacMahon JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored in good style at Newcastle in December and not disgraced dropped back to 2m when fifth of 9 in another handicap there 4 weeks ago In the mix back up in trip TFRHHHII BHA119 4
CAPTAIN BUTLER
(IRE)(63)15-2645 C 8 11-8
Br B g Mount Nelson - Grangeclare Gold (IRE) Callum Bewley J
Br Bl g Authorized (IRE) - Kingston Acacia Ross Chapman J
O Mr John Johnson Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mr Richard Hains Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to winning ways (tongue tied) at Sedgefield on Boxing Day but he turned in a rare poor effort at Catterick last month. Visor now added. TFRHHHII BHA117
BATHGATE (GB)(25) 214116
6 11-5
Br B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Comtesse du Sud (FR) I. J. Power J
O The Bathgate Partnership Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a third win of the season at Catterick (19f) in February but he reportedly bled when a well-held sixth back there 25 days ago TFRHHHII BHA115
SPEIRIUIL (IRE)(48) 34-0211 C
6 11-4
Br B m Fracas (IRE) - Something Graceful Ryan Mania J
O Molly and Paul Willis Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B J. S. Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner for her new yard in December and she followed it up with a career-best victory in 12-runner handicap at Musselburgh last month. Up another 6lb but she’s not taken lightly in her current mood. TFRHHHII BHA114
ELOI DU PUY (FR)(26) 3-U5521 CD
8 11-3
Br B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Martalina (FR) Bruce Lynn J
O Coltman Cundall Matterson and Stephenson N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B S.C.E.A. Haras Du Puy Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW A 3-time C&D winner who comes here on the back of a gutsy success in 11-runner handicap at Ayr 26 days ago Ought to be thereabouts once more. TFRHHHII BHA113
16
JERICOACOARA (FR)(26) 430-053
Br B g Free Port Lux - Autre Mer (FR)
7 10-13
Joshua Thompson (5) J
O Mr G. R. Orchard & Mrs J. M. Gray Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mme Michele Juhien-Cypres, Thibaut Juhen Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful in France and back to form of late, third of 11 to Eloi du Puy in handicap hurdle at Ayr 26 days ago Can make his presence felt off eased 1lb TFRHHHII BHA109
COCONUT SPLASH (IRE)
(15)P-66602
11 10-12
Br Ch g Stowaway - Presenting Chaos (IRE) Mr Kit Alexander (5) J
O Flower Huschka Miller & Trading Products Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Bolton Mill Holiday Park S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful at his best for Eoin Doyle in Ireland but yet to fire in 4 runs for present connections, well beaten in Catterick handicap in January. Lots more is needed in refitted cheekpieces after a break TFRHHIII BHA107
BROOKSIDE LA (IRE)(63) 5-55413
Br B g Shantou (USA) - Brookside (IRE)
6 10-10
Tristan Durrell J
O Mr Christopher Greenall Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Burgage Stud The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Six-figure buy as a store and he made a winning handicap debut at Wetherby on Boxing Day Excellent third of 17 in Haydock handicap(formbeenfranked)followingmonth.Capableofbetterstillafterabreaksohemeritsseriousconsiderationfortopyard TFRHHHHH
THE NAVIGATOR (GB)(26) 13110P CD 11 10-10
Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Blessing (USA)
Peter Kavanagh J
O Mr G. H. Bell Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Sir Robert Ogden
TIMEFORM VIEW A 4-time C&D winner but he looked rusty after 4 months off when pulled up in handicap at Ayr 26 days ago Needs to take a big step forward here. TFR
Br B m Mount Nelson - Reynard’s Glen (IRE)
Patrick Wadge J
O The Ormello Way & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Far Rock (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Ursa Major Ltd, DJ Goodman & Partner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Rockvale Stud Adra Projects Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced and posted his best effort on his handicap debut when fourth of 11 at Ayr in January over this trip May do better still after a break TFRHHHII BHA105
WASTHATOK (GB)(11)021U20
8 10-9
Br B g Mount Nelson - Kassis Joe Williamson J
O Grant Harrison & The Redhotgardogs Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B Mrs J. A. Thomas Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ready scorer at Newcastle over this trip in November and he comes here on the back of a breakthrough Flat victory at Wolverhampton (2m) 11 days ago This looks too tough. TFRHHIII BHA105
DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2025: STARLYTE (IRE) 8 10 4 Patrick Wadge 12-1 (Lucinda Russell) 16 ran Visor worn first time by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 14. Visor worn by No 10. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 5, 16. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7, 8, 11.
Stewards Note: THANK YOU BLUE: Following its run on 6/3/2026 it was reported that the horse ran flat KINGSTON NARCISSUS: Following its run on 9/2/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
BATHGATE: Following its run on 24/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
This is wide open but it could pay to side with Dan Skelton’s upwardly-mobile BROOKSIDE LA who is taken to resume winning ways on the back of an excellent Haydock third (form worked out well) after a break Captain Butler is weighted to have a big say and could emerge as the chief threat, although Mountain Molly, Speiriuil, Judicial Difference and Eloi du Puy all need factoring into this highly competitive handicap, too
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THE BETWRIGHT HERRING QUEEN SERIES FINAL MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
THIRD RACE | 2.10 2m
for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £39280, 2nd £19640, 3rd £9820, 4th £4910, 5th £2450, 6th £1230, 7th £610, 8th £310. (Penalty Value £51440) 9 Eliminated Under
(I)9 and (I)10.
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Richards (20 wins from 110 runners, 18%) runs GINTIME Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Henderson (10 wins from 40 runners, 25%) runs DIAMONDS GALORE & KHRISMA
Longest Traveller: YELD TO CALL trained by Mrs J Williams, South Molton, 418 miles
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1
KHRISMA (FR)(32) 3/3-2121 D 6 12-0
Br B m Pastorius (GER) - Querenice (FR) Nico de Boinville J
Br Ch m Jack Hobbs - Storm Patrol Tristan Durrell J
O Mr Jarlath Patrick Conway Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Suzy Smith The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who was a given a considerate return from a 2-month break (in a first-time tongue strap) when fifth at Huntingdon in December SteppeduponthatwhenchasinghomeaprogressivetypeinaLudlownoviceandshemaywellhavemoretooffernowpitchedintoahandicap
CHANGEMYLUCK (GB)(21) 00032
6 10-8
Br B m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Belle Bella (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O S Coltherd E Gillie Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
B W. S. Coltherd
TIMEFORM VIEW
9
10
YELD TO CALL (FR)(46)4-4442
5 10-8
Br B m Great Pretender (IRE) - Yosille (FR) Ciaran Gethings J
O Culverhill Racing Club II Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T
B Scea Haras De Tonnencourt Culverhill Farm Racing S
DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2025: LELOOPA (IRE) 5 10 10 Tom Broughton 22-1 (Fergal O’Brien) 12 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 9. Hood worn by No 1, 2, 4, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No 7, 11, 15. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 15. Stewards Note:
QUEENIE ST CLAIR: Following its run on 28/2/2026 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
GINTIME: Following its run on 3/2/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Khrisma (FR), 10-1 Beauty In The Park (IRE), 11-1 First Candidate (GB), 12-1 Queenie St Clair (IRE), Our Peggy (IRE), Belle Le Grand (GB), 16-1 Diamonds Galore (GB), Yeld To Call (FR), 18-1 Riviera Walk (IRE), 22-1 Azahara Palace (GB), 28-1 Crystal Days (GB), 33-1 Anariza (FR), 40-1 Klassy Pearl (FR), 66-1 Changemyluck (GB), Gintime (IRE), Madame La Papillon (GB)
Nicky Henderson saddled the winner of the inaugural running of this in 2022 and, in DIAMONDS GALORE and Khrisma, the yard fields 2 live contenders this time round. The latter remains with potential and is bound to be popular but Diamonds Galore is an appealing alternative at the forecast prices, on the back of what has to go down as an unlucky defeat in a Ludlow handicap Our Peggy rates a solid each-way option, while Beauty In The Park and First Candidate are others to consider
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FOURTH RACE | 2.40
THE BETWRIGHT NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GO NORTH FORGIVE ‘N FORGET SERIES FINAL) (GBB RACE) for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £40000 OwnersPrizeMoney.1st£15900,2nd£7948,3rd£3976,4th£1988,5th£992,6th£496.(PenaltyValue£20812)Weightsraised2lbandparagraph34oftheWeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable.
Leading course trainer (20-25): A M Thomson (28 wins from 187 runners, 15%) runs BRIDGE COURT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (9 wins from 84 runners, 11%) runs DIAMOND DEALER
Longest Traveller: STICK WITH ME SAM trained by T R Gretton, Inkberrow, 310 miles
Br Breeding O Owner
B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
DEALER (IRE)(23) 26-11P2 C 7 12-0
Br Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Endless Wave
Tristan Durrell J
O Mr K. McKenna Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Maurice Smiddy Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Started life 2-2 over fences for Dan Skelton and following a forgivable effort in Borders National, quickly resumed progress when narrowly beaten at Wetherby. May prove difficult to peg back TFRHHHHH BHA120
2 MY NOBLE LORD (USA)(28) 33-2415 5 11-11
Br B g Noble Mission - Almashooqa (USA) Craig Nichol J
O Mr John P. McManus Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Shadwell Farm LLC Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Form of Uttoxeter chase win hardly looks robust and only briefly looked a threat when wellheld fifth at Newcastle subsequently No easy task at the weights
3
GLEN ROAD
(IRE)(14) 114642 C 7 11-10
Br Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Arts Theater (IRE) Danny McMenamin J
O Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Jill Kinsella Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive hurdler who left behind previous chase form when runner-up to one who’d controlled the pace at Sandown last time. Could still have more to offer on just his fourth start over fences TFRHHHII BHA116
JOECOOKER
(FR)(36)043254
7 11-7
Br B g Masked Marvel - Beauty of Night (FR) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mrs A. Dawson Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Ms Caroline Marquet Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful/consistent over fences, shaping better than the result (effort flattened out) when fourth in 6-runner C&D handicap(heavy)latest,andreasonabletothinkhecanseeouthisracebetterinfirst-timecheekpieces TFRHHHII BHA113
MOON
PHASES (IRE)(36)0/2-4213
7 11-6
Br Ch g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - El Eighty Twelve (IRE) Derek Fox J
O Mr Gerry McGladery & Mr Fraser McClung Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Neil R. Tector Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 7-y-o who confirmed chase debut promise with professional success at Newcastle. Not ideally placed when third in C&D handicap since and remains open to improvement TFRHHHHI BHA112
SLEEPING SATELLITE
(IRE)(28) 012134
8 11-1
Br Br g Mahler - Aneda Dubh (IRE) Jack Hogan J
O The Good Stock Syndicate Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B George Lane BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Positively ridden to win twice over fences this season and shaped as though still in form when fourth in 6-runner handicap at Newcastle (2m) latest. More on his plate upped in grade, however. TFRHHIII BHA107
BRIDGE
COURT (IRE)(34) P-62251
7 11-1
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - The Wounded Cook (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Mrs Wilma Duffus Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Mrs Mossie Hayes & Mr Tom Hayes Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited, Sandy Thomson, Border Embroidery S
TIMEFORM VIEW Cementedafinestartoverfenceswithadecisivesuccessin3mchaseatMusselburghandgivenhe’sproven himself versatile with regard trip/ground, there’s no reason he shouldn’t go close in follow-up bid. TFRHHHHI BHA107
8 ALWAYS A REASON (IRE)(28) 512115 7 11-0
Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Gaye Annie (IRE) Ross Chapman J
O Miss Maria D Myco & John Johnson Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mrs Stephanie Metcalfe Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who went the right way as a hurdler and made bright start over fences when winning first 2 starts Only fifth when bidding for hat-trick at Newcastle, though, and tongue strap now applied. TFRHHIII BHA106
9
STICK WITH ME SAM (FR)
(28) U-01116
7 10-13
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Wendy du Berlais (FR) Gavin Sheehan J
O Mr & Mrs JW Dale & Mr & Mrs JDJ Copas Tom Gretton, Inkberrow T
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2025: FLASH DU PISTOLET (IRE) 7 10 7 Ross Chapman 8-13 (Stuart Coltherd) 6 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 10. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 7, 8. Stewards Note: STICK WITH ME SAM: Following its run on 21/2/2026 it was reported that the horse made an error at the fourth.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Diamond Dealer (IRE), 6-1 Bridge Court (IRE), 13-2 Moon Phases (IRE), 15-2 Glen Road (IRE), 9-1 Defence Witness (IRE), 10-1 My Noble Lord (USA), 11-1 Always A Reason (IRE), 12-1 Sleeping Satellite (IRE), 22-1 Joecooker (FR), 25-1 Stick With Me Sam (FR)
DIAMOND DEALER has proved most progressive for the switch to fences/new yard and can land a third chase success Bridge Court looks rock-solid and he heads the dangers, along with potential improver Moon Phases
THE REMEMBERING DUNCAN DAVIDSON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £35000 OwnersPrizeMoney.1st£13913,2nd£6955,3rd£3479,4th£1740,5th£868,6th£434.(PenaltyValue£18210.50)Weightsraised1lbsandparagraph34oftheWeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable.
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Coltherd (18 wins from 124 runners, 15%) runs BREEZE OF WIND Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs CADELL Weightwatcher: DARE TO SHOUT won off a handicap mark of 131, his rating is now down 5lb to 126. Longest Traveller: FORTUNATE MAN trained by J & A O’Neill, Cheltenham, 307 miles
1
CADELL (IRE)(48)14-P1PP CD 8 12-0
Br B g Mahler - Prettyasapicture
Jack Power (5) J
O Kelso Lowflyers & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Mrs Gabrielle Whitty Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course regular who bagged this prize 12 months ago and went in again in first time blinkers here in November Consistencyneverbeenhisstrongpoint(pulleduplast2starts)butthisdropbackintripmayhelp TFRHHHII BHA135
2 FORTUNATE MAN
(IRE)
(28) 234-135 BF 7 11-6
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Azamour (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Mr John P. McManus Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T
O Cardwell,Coxon,Curran,Mitten & Dudgeons Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B John O’Dwyer Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner with a mixed record but registered a second chase success away from bottomless ground at Ludlow (3m) 23 days ago, closed down run-in. Raised 3lb on back of that and this looks tougher
BREEZE
OF
WIND (IRE)
(24) 514-52P 9 10-4
Br Gr g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Mite Be Cloudy (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Graeme Howard & S Coltherd Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
B Mrs Mary Mangan
TIMEFORM VIEW Excellent second in Borders National over further here in December but pulled up in similar event at Bangor 24 days ago Application of cheekpieces needs to have positive effect back down markedly in trip TFRHHHII BHA111
BLAKEY BOY (IRE)
(26)
20F221
6 10-2
Br Br g Ocovango - Rathleek Peter Kavanagh J
O On the buses Ewan Whillans, Hawick T
B Damien Healion Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S
2025: CADELL (IRE) 7 10 3 Alan Doyle 15-8 (Lucinda Russell) 5 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Blinkers worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 4, 6.
Stewards Note:
FORTUNATE MAN: Following its run on 21/2/2026 it was reported that the horse had post-race heat stress
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Blakey Boy (IRE), 11-4 Aboutdamntime (IRE), 4-1 Fortunate Man (IRE), 7-1 Dare To Shout (GB), 10-1 Cadell (IRE), 11-1 Breeze of Wind (IRE)
FORTUNATE MAN seemed to find the test too much when mid-field in last month’s Eider Chase at Newcastle and with this assignment looking more suitable, he’s selected to come out on top from what remains a workable mark Last-time-out winners Aboutdamntime and Blakey Boy may emerge as the chief threats
TFRHHHHI BHA119
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
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
Today we remember Duncan Davidson
Patron to Kelso Racecourse, former Director of Kelso Races Ltd, and generous sponsor of the Scottish Borders National Steeplechase.
Patron to Kelso Racecourse, former Director of Kelso Ltd, and generous se, sponsor of the Scottish Borders National Steeplechase for many years.
The proud owner of so many Kelso winners, Duncan enjoyed success with BIGIRONONHISHIP, trained by daughter Rose, in the 2019 Scottish Borders National.
The proud owner of so many Kelso winners, Duncan enjoyed success with BIGIRONONHISHIP, trained by daughter Rose, in the 2019 Scottish Borders National.
2026 FIXTURES
Thursday 2 April Monday 20 April - Buccleuch Cup Day Wednesday 6 May Sunday 24 May - Ladies Day
The King’s Own Scottish Borderers Challenge Cup
The King’s Own Scottish Borderers Challenge Cup
This magnificent Challenge Cup has been continuously raced for at Kelso Racecourse since 1972. The last winners of the Cup with a Regimental connection were Allan and Marty MacTaggart who owned and trained Running Moss in 2005.
The KOSB Association are most grateful that our Royal Patron, Her Royal Highness Princess Anne , The Princess Royal has graciously agreed to present the KOSB Challenge Cup to the winning owner This magnificent Challenge Cup has been continuously raced for at Kelso Racecourse since 1972
Allan served with the 1st Battalion KOSB in Berlin in 1960 and then with the 4th Battalion TA. Allan was not only a well-known amateur jockey but also a Steward at Kelso
Last year the Cup was won by Kilmore Rock trained by Susan Corbett and ridden by Nathan Moscrop in a field of seven.
The last winners of the Cup with a Regimental connection were Alan and Marty MacTaggart who owned and trained Running Moss in 2005. Alan served with the 1st Battalion KOSB in Berlin in 1960 and then with the 4th Battalion TA. He was not only a well-known amateur jockey but also a Steward at Kelso Last year the winning horse was Joke Dancer ridden by Ryan Mania who won the 2013 Grand National on Auroras Encore.
The King’s Own Scottish Borderers were raised in Edinburgh in 1689 and were a very proud Lowland Regiment for the next three hundred and seventeen years until they amalgamated with the Royal Scots in 2006.
The King`s Own Scottish Borderers were raised in Edinburgh in 1689 and were a very proud Lowland Regiment for the next three hundred and seventeen years until they amalgamated with the Royal Scots in 2006.
Today the KOSB history and heritage lives on through their Museum at The Barracks, Berwick upon Tweed which they have been associated with since 1881. At present, The Barracks are undergoing a complete refurbishment which will include a new KOSB Museum which will open in 2027
Today the KOSB history and heritage lives on through their Museum at The Barracks, Berwick upon Tweed which they have been associated with since 1881. At present The Barracks are planning on a complete refurbishment which will include a new KOSB Museum which will open in 2026.
The KOSB Association wish all race goers an enjoyable day’s racing and in particular to both horses and jockeys “Safe out, safe in.”
The KOSB Association wish all race goers an enjoyable day`s racing and in particular to both horses and Jockeys “Safe out , safe in.”
THE KOSB NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
Leading course trainer (20-25): A M Thomson (28 wins from 187 runners, 15%) runs REMEMBERTHENAME Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs EAGLES REPRIEVE Longest Traveller: LE FRIMEUR trained by H Derham, Newbury, 353 miles
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1
EAGLES REPRIEVE (IRE)(53)
122-212 CD 5 11-9
Br B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Oscar’s Reprieve (IRE) Jack Power (5) J
O Mrs N. Hodge Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
Br B g Gemix (FR) - Ty Perrine (FR) J. J. Slevin J
O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Harry Derham, Newbury T
B Mrs Sandra Cozenot & Mr Herve Cozenot The Sporting Life, OLBG S
TIMEFORM VIEW Easy winner of an Irish point and created a good impression when making a successful Rules debut in 7-runner maiden hurdle at ChepstowinNovember,scoringwithabitinhand.Opentoimprovementandhe’snottakenlightly Engaged4.00NewburyFriday TFRHHHHH BHA-
IVAN’S LEGACY (GB)(82) 4-4400
5 11-2
Br B g Flag of Honour (IRE) - Morning With Ivan (IRE) Derek Fox J
O Tweed Valley Racing & Susan Corbett Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
B L P Richards & Susan Corbett Simpsons Malt Ltd, J e Douglas & Sons S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best when fourth on all 3 bumper starts and well held both outings over
MELBOURNE
GHOST
(IRE)
Br Gr g Ocovango - Tagalong (IRE)
O Mousetrap Racing
(28) 00 5 11-2
Craig Nichol J
Donald Whillans, Hawick T
B Mr Eamonn O’Connell Embroidery Elite Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who offered little on bumper/hurdle debut
REMEMBERTHENAME (IRE)(48)323503 6 11-2
Br Br g Axxos (GER) - Daybreaker (IRE) Patrick Wadge J
O Mr William George Carrington Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B John Long Border Embroidery S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairmaidenhurdlerwhoranhisbestracewhenthirdof12inhandicaphurdleatMusselburgh 48 days ago Vulnerable to some promising types here, though.
Br B g Milan - Lourdes (FR) Nathan Moscrop J
O Caspian Racing Limited
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mrs Martina Doran Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW £80,000 purchase after finishing runner-up in an Irish point in February 2025. Shaped as if better for the run when ninth of 12 in novice hurdle at Newcastle on Rules debut 18 days ago
Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - Carrigmoorna Wood (IRE) Bruce Lynn J
O Turcan & Tomkinson N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Mr Michael Veale Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to finish outside of the frame in 5 hurdle starts, showing up well when runner-up at Musselburgh on handicap debut last month. ProbablyunsuitedbyswitchtopatienttacticsbackinnovicecompanyatAyr4weeksago
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: MALICASH (IRE) 6 11 8 Brian Hughes 6-1 (Donald McCain) 7 ran
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Le Frimeur (FR), 11-4 Gaelic Rover (IRE), 7-2 Eagles Reprieve (IRE), 7-1 The G Wizard (IRE), 14-1 Rememberthename (IRE), 40-1 Bollin Skittle (GB), 50-1 Talk To The Boss (IRE), 250-1 Melbourne Ghost (IRE), 300-1 Ivan’s Legacy (GB)
Point winner LE FRIMEUR has been off since making a winning Rules debut at Chepstow in November but Harry Derham’s gelding scored with a bit in hand there and may have the most potential of the penalised trio Gaelic Rover can get back on track after a lesser effort in Grade 2 company last time, with C&D maiden winner Eagles Reprieve also shortlisted.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
THOROUGHBREDS
DESERVE
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From the moment a Thoroughbred is born they’re supported by a team of dedicated experts.
THE RACING POST+ JODAMI OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 2) (Category 2 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £20000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7950, 2nd £3974, 3rd £1988, 4th £994, 5th £496, 6th £248. (Penalty Value £10406)
Leading course trainer (20-25): A M Thomson (28 wins from 187 runners, 15%) runs KING KUBALA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs BARITO Longest Traveller: DIAMOND WHITE trained by J & A O’Neill, Cheltenham, 307 miles
(FR)(65)3P/-115 D BF
6 11-9
Br B g Coastal Path - Simiska (FR) Mr Paddy Barlow J
O Mr JWE Bevin Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Mrs Karine Perreau Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who made a successful start in bumpers at Musselburgh in December In need of a stronger gallop when fifth of 15 at Newcastle last time and hood now reached for.
(FR)(62) 31
3
5 11-5
Br B g Manatee - Paulmie (FR) Derek Fox J
O G Horn & W Foshay Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Mr Jean-Paul Boin Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £60,0005-y-o,Manateegelding.Half-brothertofairlyusefulhurdlewinner/chaserPaulMarvel.Offthemark at second attempt in points earlier this year and must be of interest on Rules debut
EL
GANGSTER (IRE)(51)35
5 11-5
Br B g El Salvador (IRE) - Marhab Dancer (IRE) Craig Nichol J
O Callum Whillans Donald Whillans, Hawick T
B Malachy Travers
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden who has shaped like a stayer in both bumpers thus far, latest at Ayr in January. One for longer term. TFRHHIII BHA-
KING KUBALA (IRE)(129) 3
5 11-5
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Holly Baloo (IRE) Danny McMenamin J
O The Scottish Princes Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Stephanie Hanly Nairns Oatcakes Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability amongst greenness when third of 9 in bumper at Ayr (2m, soft, 15/2) on NH debut 129 days ago Entitled to build on that TFRHHHII BHA-
(IRE)(36)63 6 11-5
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Coole Assembly (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J
O Mr E. A. Brook Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B R. McCarthy Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Built on debut effort when third of 9 in bumper over C&D (heavy) 36 days ago May be more to come yet and is not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA-
DIAMOND WHITE (IRE)(65)2-33 5 10-12
Br Ch m Berkshire (IRE) - Wilde Ruby (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Jeremy & Germaine Hitchins Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Ross Moorhead Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW £140,000 4-y-o, Berkshire mare. Runner-up sole start in Irish points and has shown promise in both bumper outings, latterly when third in 15-runner event at Newcastle in January. Likely contender TFRHHHHH BHA-
(IRE)(39)44 6 10-12
Br B m Getaway (GER) - Ladies Pride (IRE) Bruce Lynn J
O Geoff and Elspeth Adam N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B W. B. Mactaggart Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards from promising NH debut when well-beaten fourth of 7 in bumper at Ayr 39 days ago and needs to bounce back TFRHHIII BHA-
FRIDAYSMAN (GB)(133)64
Br Br g Postponed (IRE) - Pitter Patter
O Mrs J Porter and P Kirby
B Mr H. M. Bedford
4 10-9
Joe Williamson J
Philip Kirby, Richmond T
Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden who found some improvement when fourth of 12 in bumper at Aintree in November Enters calculations TFRHHHII BHA-
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2025: IS THIS FOR REAL (IRE) 5 11 5 Liam Harrison 9-1 (Fergal O’Brien) 10 ran Hood worn first time by No 1.
Stewards Note: KILARO: Following its run on 15/1/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 King Kubala (IRE), 5-1 Kilaro (FR), Barito (FR), Diamond White (IRE), 11-2 Presentandcorrect (IRE), 10-1 Fridaysman (GB), 18-1 Oor Wish (IRE), 22-1 El Gangster (IRE)
DIAMOND WHITE has acquitted herself well in both starts thus far and could be the answer to the finale. Presentandcorrect looks the likeliest danger on form, whilst market confidence behind sole debutant Barito could prove significant
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
OUR
NEXT MEETING Easter Raceday 2026
Thursday 2nd April
This competitive six-race programme falls in the middle of the week and is therefore one of our less crowded days – making it the ideal time to explore and enjoy an unhurried afternoon at the races.
An excellent opportunity to entertain corporate guests, call the racecourse office to enquire about our private box packages.
Kelso offers a single public enclosure so that all racegoers can get close to the horses in the Parade Ring and Winners Enclosure, as well as get a great view of the track.
Hospitality bookings must be made in advance and are subject to availability
Gates open: 12:30pm | First Race: 2:40pm
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.00 - THE BETWRIGHT BEESWING MARES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23092 to the winning horse The second to receive £8668, the third £4340, the fourth £2164 and the fifth £1084. for five yrs old and upwards mares only Enter by noon, March 16th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th. Weights: 11st each Penalties, after September 30th, 2024, a winner of a Listed or Premier Handicap/ Grade 3 hurdle race 4lb Of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 hurdle race 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ or Juvenile Hurdle Races in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Hurdle Races in France). A memento will presented to the winning owner of this race, as well as a £100 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £200. - Closed March 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £17684; Second £7260; Third £3632; Fourth £1816; Fifth £908. (Penalty Value £23092) A SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE
Second Race 1.30 - THE BETWRIGHT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GO NORTH CAB ON TARGET SERIES FINAL) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20812 to the winning horse The second to receive £9568, the third £4784, the fourth £2392, the fifth £1196 and the sixth £596. for four yrs old and upwards, which 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 £200 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th. Penalties, after March 14th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 130 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 12st. Subsequently, the excess over 130 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. A memento will presented to the winning owner of this race, as well as a £100 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £8000 towards the prize money for this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 25 entries, 9 at £40 and 16 at £200. - Closed March 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £15900; Second £7948; Third £3976; Fourth £1988; Fifth £992; Sixth £496. (Penalty Value £20812) 15 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 2.10 - THE BETWRIGHT HERRING QUEEN SERIES FINAL MARES’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £51440 to the winning horse The second to receive £23650, the third £11830, the fourth £5910, the fifth £2960, the sixth £1470, the seventh £740 and the eighth £370. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have been placed in the first six in a Herring Queen Mares’ Novices’ or Mares’ Maiden Hurdle Race Series Qualifier during the current season. £400 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £80 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £320 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th. Penalties, after March 14th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 6lb A memento will presented to the winning owner of this race, as well as a £100 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 19 entries, 3 at £80 and 16 at £400. - Closed March 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £39280; Second £19640; Third £9820; Fourth £4910; Fifth £2450; Sixth £1230; Seventh £610; Eighth £310. (Penalty Value £51440) 9 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 2.40 - THE BETWRIGHT NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GO NORTH FORGIVE ‘N FORGET SERIES FINAL) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20812 to the winning horse The second to receive £9568, the third £4784, the fourth £2392, the fifth £1196 and the sixth £596. for novice five yrs old and upwards, which 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 Forgive ‘n Forget Series qualifier £200 stake if the horse is rated 105 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 104 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th. Penalties, after March 14th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 130 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 12st. Subsequently, the excess over 130 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. A memento will presented to the winning owner of this race, as well as a £100 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £8000 towards the prize money for this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 18 entries, 1 at £40 and 17 at £200. - Closed March 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £15900; Second £7948; Third £3976; Fourth £1988; Fifth £992; Sixth £496. (Penalty Value £20812) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE
Fifth Race 3.13 - THE REMEMBERING DUNCAN DAVIDSON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £18210 to the winning horse The second to receive £8372, the third £4186, the fourth £2093, the fifth £1046 and the sixth £521. for five yrs old and upwards. £175 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £35 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £140 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th. Penalties, after March 14th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb This race has been sponsored to commemorate former Racecourse Director and Patron Duncan Davidson. A memento will presented to the winning owner of this race, as well as a £100 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 13 entries, 4 at £35 and 9 at £175. - Closed March 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £13913; Second £6955; Third £3479; Fourth £1740; Fifth £868; Sixth £434. (Penalty Value £18210.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE
Sixth Race 3.48 - THE KOSB NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, March 16th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb This race has been generously sponsored by the KINGS OWN SCOTTISH BORDERERS who will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. In addition, the winning owner will receive the KOSB Perpetual Challenge Cup to be held for one year only 17 entries at £50. - Closed March 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE
Seventh Race 4.23 - THE RACING POST+ JODAMI OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 2) (Category 2 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10406 to the winning horse The second to receive £4784, the third £2392, the fourth £1196, the fifth £598 and the sixth £298. for four, five and six 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, March 16th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 19th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races or of a Class 1 race 7lb RACING POST have generously supported this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £100 cash prize to stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 11 entries at £100. - Closed March 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7950; Second £3974; Third £1988; Fourth £994; Fifth £496; Sixth £248. (Penalty Value £10406) A SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE
SAFETY INFORMATION
A day at Kelso Racecourse should be great fun for everyone; nobody wants an injury or an incident to spoil their day. So, when push comes to shove, we need to make sure that there isn’t any pushing or shoving.
The racecourse team prepares carefully for each event and we take every precaution to ensure that the site is as safe as is practical. However, we also need some help from you – to take responsibility for your own safety and to respect the safety and comfort of those around you. With this in mind, we’ve compiled a brief list of precautions that we’d like all visitors to consider:
Alcohol & Substance Abuse
Fortunately very few accidents occur at Kelso Racecourse, but those that do are most likely to be relatively minor incidents involving someone who has had too much to drink Quite simply: you’ll be safer if you drink less alcohol. On the rare occasion that we receive a customer complaint, it’s quite likely to be linked to the behaviour of someone who’s had one too many So please drink responsibly and encourage your friends to stay within their limits
Any incident involving substance abuse will be dealt with by Police Scotland.
Slips, Trips, Falls
We’ve commenced a series of developments at the racecourse and we’re gradually making the site more accessible for all, with smoother surfaces and ramps where we have differences in gradient
Please note that the site is not flat and there may be differences in levels, particularly between old surfaces, and surfaces which have recently been renewed. Please take care of yourselves and mind where you walk Don’t try to run faster than your legs can go, even if you think your bookmaker might be packing away for the day
Fences, Walls & Barriers
The fences, walls and temporary barriers located on the racecourse are intended to segregate people into specific areas This may include segregating people from horses or people from sensitive or hazardous equipment
Please do not attempt to climb over, sit on or stand on any barriers – regardless of whether they appear to be permanent or temporary features – they are not designed to take a person’s weight
Horses
Horses are big and run very fast; hopefully yours will run fastest of all. Please pay attention when in close proximity to the horses: stay on the public side of any barriers (close to the track or horse walk areas) and do not sit on or lean over barriers near to the horses The running rails are designed to encourage the horses to stay on the track –but they will not withstand a horse’s weight if they hit them, nor a jockey’s if he is thrown over them – so be prepared to move if a horse is behaving erratically
Fires
We’re proud of Kelso’s reputation for providing a warm welcome and the unique feature provided by the real fires that we light in the listed Grandstand and in the log-burning braziers surrounding the Parade Ring.
Our Fires have no brains – so please use your own. Fires are hot and there is a danger of burning yourself if you touch the fire or the surrounding metalwork Please do not put anything in the fires or fireplaces
Children
We welcome many children to Kelso races Although we don’t consider them to be particularly dangerous, we do ask that all children are appropriately supervised by a responsible adult – who should be particularly mindful of all the considerations above
