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Welcome to Ludlow Races Ladies Day.
Ludlow Race Club Ltd
Registered Office: Ludlow Racecourse
Bromfield
Ludlow
Shropshire
SY8 2BT
Tel: 01584 856221
A warm welcome to our sponsors today, Sinclair, John Oates Horseboxes and the Welsh Guards.
With the driest stretch of weather going back to early March, getting the ground to be safe for the racehorse has been a challenge and has involved daily irrigation to the track preferably at times when there will be least evaporation. To make matters more challenging the grass at Ludlow has recovered very well post winter and is thriving so also drinking all the water being spread on the track!
Our last meeting prior to the seasonal break. I hope you have enjoyed yourselves and managed to watch some competitive racing although unfortunately we have been blighted with some small fields due to the dry conditions like other racetracks Annoyingly the small fields have a big impact on our Media Rights Income which is our largest source of income. As a track we benefit most with large fields when it is wet to the extreme, a condition we have never really experienced this year.
We are always looking for new sponsors so if you or you know of someone, that may be interested, please do contact the office.
Hope you have a great day and look forward to seeing you in October.
Best wishes
Simon Sherwood (Managing Director/Clerk of the Course)
TRACKFACTS
A right-handed oval shaped course one and a half miles in circumference, with nine fences per circuit and a run-in of 450 yards. The hurdle course runs on the outside of the chase course and is slightly undulating
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT LUDLOW (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
H DALY (21 wins from 117 runners, 18%) runs REGAL RENAISSANCE (3.15). N & W TWISTON-DAVIES (21 wins from 127 runners, 17%) runs BALLINTUBBER BOY (2.05), STAR OF GUITING (3.50).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
D SKELTON (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runs SERVICE MINIMUM (2.40), LADY JAGO (3.15).
N HENDERSON (5 wins from 21 runners, 24%) runs SHANAGH BOB (2.05).
DR RICHARD NEWLAND & JAMIE INSOLE (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs TCHOUPINMINZAC (4.25).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT LUDLOW (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (23 wins from 155 rides, 15%) rides BALLINTUBBER BOY (2.05), REGAL RENAISSANCE (3.15), STAR OF GUITING (3.50).
JONATHAN BURKE (23 wins from 118 rides, 19%) rides AUNTIE MAGGIE (3.50), CLOVER PASS (4.25).
DAVID BASS (11 wins from 68 rides, 16%) rides IMPERIAL JADE (3.15).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
HARRY SKELTON (6 wins from 20 rides, 30%) rides SERVICE MINIMUM (2.40).
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (5 wins from 21 rides, 24%) rides listed above
BEN JONES (3 wins from 17 rides, 18%) rides MILL STREET (3.50).
CLASSY TIPS
The following horse is running today in a race at least two grades lower than its previous race: 3.50 STAR OF GUITING (down 2 grades).
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SECOND RACE 2.40
THE SINCLAIR GROUP
MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £8000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, and the third £1003. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, May 5th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb SINCLAIR GROUP have kindly contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 14 entries at £40.Closed May 5th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
1 SERVICE MINIMUM (FR) (45)
Ch m Doctor Dino (FR) - Zanzibelle (FR)
Owner: O Williams
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester
Breeder: Mr Christophe Pellerin
5 11 0
Jockey: Harry Skelton
Form: 322-
TIMEFORM VIEW Doctor Dino mare who has finished placed all 3 starts in bumpers, runner-up in 10-runner contest at Southwell (15.8f) 45 days ago. Represents top stable and looks to have been found an excellent opportunity now attentions switch to hurdling. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
2 SILK BIRD (GB) (18)
B m Free Eagle (IRE) - Organza
Owner: Mr Royston Morgan Evans
Trainer: Max Young, Sneads Green
Breeder: Caron & Paul Chapman Racing
5 11 0
Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)
Form: 64-
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair on the Flat (stays 1 1/4m) when with Jedd O’Keeffe. Very low-key efforts in 4 starts on the level for present yard but did show more than on hurdles bow when fourth of 6 in a C&D novice 18 days ago. However, low-grade handicaps will be more her thing moving forward. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
3 POMERIGGIO (IRE) (28)
Gr f Caravaggio (USA) - Vivere (IRE)
Owner: Nikki Evans Racing
Trainer: Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Breeder: Rockfield Farm
4 10 8
Jockey: Ben Poste
Form: U33-
Sponsor:Radnor Hills
TIMEFORM VIEW Regressive on the Flat in Ireland but did manage to match her previous best in this sphere (modest form) when third in 7-runner maiden at Stratford (16.3f) 4 weeks ago. Probably set for a minor role again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91
Race Summary: SERVICE MINIMUM has displayed plenty of ability to finish placed all in 3 starts in bumpers and this looks an excellent opportunity for Dan Skelton’s mare to make it first time lucky over hurdles. Pomeriggio can emerge as the chief threat.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
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THIRD RACE 3.15
THE JOHN OATES HORSEBOXES MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds)
for five yrs old and upwards mares
Total prize fund £10000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215 and the fourth £608. for five yrs old and upwards mares only, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb JOHN OATES HORSEBOXES have kindly contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 11 entries at £40. - Closed May 5th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
1 LADY JAGO (IRE) (20) 6 11 12
Ch m Getaway (GER) - Clara Mc Cloud (IRE)
Owner: Mr Robert Kirkland
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester
Breeder: D. Condon
Jockey: Miss Heidi Palin (7)
Form: 36P114- D
Sponsor:The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler who opened chasing account back from 3 months off in 4-runner handicap at Wincanton in March. Odds-on and didn’t break sweat when following up at Warwick next time but found little at Plumpton the following week, busy spell possibly catching up with her Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 114
2 REGAL RENAISSANCE (GB) (39)
B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Aisance (FR)
Owner: Ludlow Racing Partnership
Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow
Breeder: Mr & Mrs D. & T. Futter & Mr B. Keogh
7 11 11
Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies
Form: 414622- C D
Sponsor:Humphrey Butler Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable mare who resumed winning ways in a 7-runner handicap chase at Warwick in November Good runner-up efforts over this C&D last 2 starts and should go well again.
3 IMPERIAL JADE (IRE) (33)
B m Harzand (IRE) - Maggi Rocks (IRE)
Owner: Andrew Fox-Pitt
Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Breeder: Mr A. N. Seymour
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 113
6 11 5
Jockey: David Bass
Form: 330112- D
Sponsor:Merriebelle Stable LLC
TIMEFORM VIEW In top form over hurdles lately, scoring at Doncaster (19.4f) in February and followed up from an 8lb higher mark at Huntingdon (19.6f) the following month. Just denied the hat-trick at Carlisle 33 days ago so must be respected on chase bow.
4 TRAPISTA (FR) (39)
B m Golden Horn - Quezon Sun (GER)
Owner: Mr John P. McManus
Trainer: Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
Breeder: S.C.E.A. Haras de La Perelle
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107
8 11 2
Jockey: Richie McLernon
Form: 125FP3- CD
Sponsor:Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded final leg of her hat-trick in this race 12 months ago off 6lb higher but out of form since November. Still wouldn’t be the biggest surprise if she bounced back here, though.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 104
DECLARED RUNNERS 4 2024: TRAPISTA (FR) 7 11 4 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 5-4 (Jonjo & AJ O’Neill) 5 ran
Claims can be made for all 4 with the reliable REGAL RENAISSANCE the most solid option, though last year’s winner Trapista is potentially well handicapped if bouncing back to form.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
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8 AUNTIE MAGGIE (IRE) (20)
B m Pour Moi (IRE) - Nora’s Cherry (IRE)
Owner: Mr Bill Hawkins
Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Denis Noonan
6 10 8
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: 064P21- D
Sponsor:Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when easily winning 7-runner handicap hurdle at Fakenham (16f, good, evens) 20 days ago. Raised 9lb since but she may have more to offer yet. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 84
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: COLLINGHAM (GER) 6 11 7 Charlie Maggs 17-2 (Donald McCain) 9 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3.
Stewards Note:
MILL STREET: Following its run on 19/4/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right and stopped quickly
Betting Forecast: 13-8 Auntie Maggie (IRE), 5-1 Zucayan (FR), 6-1 Garitsa Bay (IRE), 8-1 Star of Guiting (IRE), 9-1 Wasthatok (GB), 14-1 Mill Street (USA), 28-1 Kotgar (IRE), Dartman (IRE)
Race Summary: AUNTIE MAGGIE was a decisive winner at Fakenham last month and makes plenty of appeal in her follow-up bid. Garitsa Bay and Star of Guiting should also go well.
IN-RUNNING BETTING
Please note that in-running betting is not allowed in any public areas of Ludlow racecourse. Any racegoer found to be in breach of this rule will be removed from the racecourse. 130+ organisations are
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Total prize fund £7500 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, May 5th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb JOHN OATES HORSEBOXES have generously contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the wining owner and will award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 14 entries at £30. - Closed May 5th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75)
1 TCHOUPINMINZAC (FR) (17)
B g Falco (USA) - Ninive (FR)
Owner: Marie’s Dream Team
Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Breeder: Mr Cedric Verry
8 12 0
Jockey: Luke Scott (5)
Form: P/2/33P6- C
Sponsor:Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Course bumper winner Fair form when second in a Worcester maiden hurdle in May 2023 but hasn’t built on that since returning from an absence, including 2 Bangor handicaps last month.
2 JAXONNE (FR) (41)
B g Free Port Lux - Noisete (FR)
Owner: Mr E. A. Brook
Trainer: Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
Breeder: EARL Trinquet, O. Trinquet & M. Trinquet
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 99
6 11 5
Jockey: Richie McLernon
Form: 350P62- CD
Sponsor:Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a gamble in this race last year and back to that sort of form when creditable second of 8 in handicap hurdle (9/2) at Wincanton 6 weeks ago Obvious chance.
3 BAHTIYAR (FR) (173)
B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Baladala Reconce (FR)
Owner: Lady Susan Brooke
Trainer: Max Young, Sneads Green
Breeder: Mr Joel Denis
RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 90
7 11 3
Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)
Form: 534504-
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for first success and yet to fire for this yard, finishing a distant fourth at Fakenham when last seen in November Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 88
4 POOROLDMACKLEY (IRE) (19)
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Parkview Delight (IRE)
Owner: BAYTREE
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: Mr Daniel Keating
6 10 13
Jockey: Miss Eleanor Williams (7)
Form: 060311- D
TIMEFORM VIEW On a hat-trick after wins at Newton Abbot (chase) and Hereford (hurdle) this spring. A 10lb rise doesn’t look to prevent him going in again. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 84
5 LAKE’S AVENTURINE (FR) (18)
B m Vif Monsieur (GER) - Pharita’s Lake (FR)
Owner: Mr Mark James
Trainer: Harriet Dickin, Midford
Breeder: Earl Detouillon Raphael & Frederique
6 10 2
Jockey: James Best
Form: 00FP05-
Sponsor:Clay Street Property Consultants
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame on first of 2 starts in bumpers but there has been little to shout about over hurdles so far. Latest C&D fifth of 13 was a bit better but others are still preferred.Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 73
6 CLOVER PASS (GB) (28)
B m Passing Glance - Allforclover (IRE)
Owner: Miss S. Troughton
Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Miss S. Troughton
8 10 2
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: 050P62-
Sponsor:Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Made more of an impact that previously when second in 3 1/4m Stratford handicap 4 weeks ago The task now is to build on that now back down in trip. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 71
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2024: JAXONNE (FR) 5 10 9 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 9-4 (Jonjo & AJ O’Neill) 10 ran Hood worn by No 6.
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SIXTH RACE 5.00
THE SINCLAIR DEFENDER
NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
about THREE MILES (2m 7f 174yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund
£7500 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3960 to the winning horse The second to receive £1822, the third £911, the fourth £456 and the fifth £227. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, May 5th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 9th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after May 3rd, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb SINCLAIR GROUP have generously contributed towards the prize money and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries at £30. - Closed May 5th, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3029; Second £1514; Third £758; Fourth £379; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3960.75) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable No Horse Age st lb
1 GALWAY REEL (IRE) (158)
B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Moraine
Owner: Not One But Two
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: Tinnakill Bloodstock Ltd
6 11 12
Jockey: Charlie Todd
Form: 506032-
Sponsor:Paul McGowan Grab Hire Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden. 9/2, creditable second of 7 in C&D handicap (soft) in December. Off since.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91
2 CASTING ASPERSIONS (IRE) (22)
B or Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Bella Patrice (IRE)
Owner: Royal Arch Racing
Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Breeder: D. Hickey
6 11 4
Jockey: Fern O’Brien (7)
Form: 5P04U1-
Sponsor:BresBet
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved effort when landing a gamble back hurdling in 20.5f Huntingdon handicap under Fern O’Brien 22 days ago Sure to go well if in similar form.
3 LUNA RUN (IRE) (18)
Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Boherna Lady (IRE)
Owner: Mr S. Moloney
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: Mr S. Moloney
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 83
6 11 0
Jockey: Isabel Williams
Form: 243441- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted well to cheekpieces (retained) when getting off the mark in a small field at Taunton (3m) 18 days ago Another bold show is likely.,
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 79
4 NO POST ON SUNDAYS (IRE) (46)
B m Mahler - Seventh Surprise (IRE)
Owner: Mr Nick Carter
Trainer: Jake Coulson, Heaton
Breeder: Knocktartan House Stud
6 10 5
Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)
Form: P/006-
Sponsor:Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW No promise in maiden hurdles and fared no better on Hereford handicap debut in March after 7 months off Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70
5 TOP DRAWER (IRE) (26)
B g Doyen (IRE) - Merry Gladness (IRE)
Owner: The Blakesley Racing Club
Trainer: Tracey Leeson, Towcester
Breeder: Gregory Rossiter
11 10 5
Jockey: James Best
Form: P6/F0/0U-
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 21 runs. 80/1, unseated early in handicap at Southwell latest Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 66
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: EMMA HAMILTON (IRE) 6 10 6 David Bass 13-2 (Henry Daly) 10 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3. Betting Forecast: 13-8 Casting Aspersions (IRE), 7-4 Luna Run (IRE), 3-1 Galway Reel (IRE), 25-1 No Post On Sundays (IRE), 80-1 Top Drawer (IRE)
Race Summary:
PLAY SMARTER
This may develop into a straight fight between last-time-out winners CASTING ASPERSIONS and Luna Run, with a narrow preference for the former
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OFFICIALS PAGE
SUNDAY 11TH MAY 2025
TODAY’S OFFICIALS
PATRON
The Rt Hon. The Earl of Plymouth, D.L.
STEWARDS
Guy Upton (Chief Steward)
Joanne Hawkins (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Louise Neale, Louise Moore, Nathan Green
STARTERS
William Jordan
Sophia Upton JUDGE
Guy Lewis
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Michael Roberts
EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Joanna Vickers
Rachel Barnett
Mel Baker
VETERINARY OFFICER
Kate Maxwell
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Graham Cook
Dr Chris Reese
Dr Philip Pritchard
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Graham N Potts, BVetMed, MRCVS
John Campbell, BVMS, MRCVS
Anne Gibbs, MRCVS
NURSES
Gilly Forde
Karen Blackwood
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Cathryn Woodhall
FARRIER
Mr D Williams
CHAIRMAN OF THE CLUB COMMITTEE
Viscount Boyne
COMMENTATOR
Tony Ennis
BETTING RING MANAGER
Kevin Evans
COURSE OFFICIALS
CLERK OF THE COURSE
Simon Sherwood
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Diane Thomas
MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
Mark Horner
ACCOUNTANT
Tracy Price
HEAD GROUNDSMAN
Tom Moreland
SECURITY OFFICER
Chris Booton
CATERING MANAGER
Stuart Matthews
LUDLOW RACECOURSE
Bromfield, Ludlow, SY8 2BT
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OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.
The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).
The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicap races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.
For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.
PUBLIC EVACUATION
PROCEDURE PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
In the unlikely event that the racecourse buildings need to be evacuated please read the following information for your own safety. The Racecourse Management will only take such action if an emergency situation arises such as a FIRE or BOMB THREAT and all decisions taken will place public safety as a priority. If an evacuation is necessary the following announcement will be made over the PA system:
“THIS IS A SECURITY MESSAGE. IT IS NECESSARY FOR ALL PERSONS TO LEAVE THE RACECOURSE BUILDINGS AND WALK TO THE GOLF COURSE IN THE CENTRE OF THE COURSE”.
Unless otherwise instructed ALL members of the public will be evacuated to this area There will be NO access to either the Annual Members or Owners & Trainers Car Parks. No vehicles will be allowed to leave the site until allowed by the Police so as to keep surrounding roads clear for Emergency vehicles In the event that the evacuation is cancelled or it is safe for the public to return a further announcement will be made At all times the Management and Staff will try and keep you informed Thank you for your co-operation.
OWNERS INFORMATION
The Directors of Ludlow Race Club would like to welcome the Owners of all runners to today’s meeting and thank them for their support. There are designated facilities available for Owners as follows: OWNERS & TRAINERS BAR
Situated in the Clive Pavilion adjacent to the Owners & Trainers entrance this offers full Bar facilities and complimentary tea and coffee. There is also direct access from this bar to the Clive Carvery from where Tea, Coffee, Snacks and Meals can be purchased WINNING CONNECTIONS
Mementos are presented to the winners of all races and the winning connections will be invited to partake in a glass (or two) of Champagne with one of the Directors after the race ASSISTANCE TO OWNERS:
Should any Owner require assistance, the Owners Hostess is Becky who can be contacted on 01584 856221 Alternatively you can contact: Simon Sherwood – General Manager & Clerk of the Course - 07836 215639
