Food&Drink
There is a wide variety of food and drink available before and during the races. Treat yourself at one of our dining and bar facilities
TheGalleryRestaurant
The Gallery Restaurant is a top class facility, ideal for couples and small groups. Tables are exclusive for the day and offer stunning, panoramic views of the entire racecourse, especially the finishing straight and winning post.
The Gallery package includes admission, together with a four course menu. However, this is extremely popular and early booking is advisable. For reservations, please call 01789 267 949.
Savoury & Sweet Light Bites in the Bars
All our bars are now serving locally produced warm hand-crafted sausage rolls, Cornish pasties, cheese & onion slices, steak slices and vegan slices. For those with a sweet tooth we also offer a selection of muffins, including chocolate, lemon and blueberry.
AdditionalFoodOutlets
There are various other food outlets around the site, together with a variety of bars throughout the racecourse, serving a selection of beers, spirits, wines, champagnes and soft drinks.
WELCOME TO STRATFORD RACES
Welcome to our first meeting back after the summer break. We would like to say a special thank you to all of the owners and trainers who have runners with us today. We once again have a bumper 7 race card We hope you enjoy your afternoon and evening.
We would also like to welcome the many Racing TV members and their guests who have come racing as guests of Racing TV If you would like to join them in the future at one of the many days Racing TV days they organise all over the country please visit the website and join up: www.racingtv.com
All of us here at Stratford Racecourse are committed to ensuring that you have a great day out. If you have any suggestions, complaints, questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us. We can be reached either on the day, by contacting the office, or later by telephone, 01789 267949, or by email: info@ stratfordracecourse.net
We wish everyone a great day’s racing
With best wishes,
Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Director and Company Secretary
G U I D E TO TH E RA CE CO UR SE
ABANDONMENT REFUND
In the event of racing being abandoned before the first race has been run, NO refunds will be made on the day, but racegoers should retain all badges/tickets & return these by post to the racecourse for a refund (or replacement badges for another meeting if preferred) Once the first race has been run, there will be no refunds.
ADMISSION RIGHTS
The Racecourse Executive reserves the right to refuse admission or to expel, without prior notice, any racegoer who, in the opinion if the Racecourse Executive, behaves or is likely to behave in an unruly or unacceptable manner. Examples of unruly or unacceptable behaviour include violent or abusive conduct, drunkenness, singing or shouting and intimidation of other racegoers. This list is not exhaustive.
The Management does not accept liability for loss or damage to visitors’ effects, vehicles or other property whilst on these premises
UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING
It is a condition of entry to this racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business Any individual found contravening these conditions will be evicted.
RADIOS AND MOBILE TELEPHONES
The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse. Mobile telephones may not be used in or near any designated betting area, or for off-course betting purposes Further details are available from the racecourse office
HORSE WELFARE
“Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider”. Like most sports racing carries risks, however, we work to make sure that no death or injury occurs, which could have been prevented. Here at Stratford Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have two specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action There is also a British Horseracing Authority Vet in attendance. During the race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys. It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION
In the event of an emergency all persons on the racecourse will be alerted by the following message over the public address system. This is an emergency announcement. Due to circumstances beyond our control, racing has been temporarily suspended Would all patrons please evacuate ALL buildings and make your way across the racetrack to the Red post marker in the Centre of the Course. Police and Racecourse Officials will assist and direct you. Please do not go to any Car Park until you are cleared to do so, because you may hamper the movement of emergency vehicles The message will then be repeated.
BROKEN GLASSES AND BOTTLES
Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure.
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
We would ask all racegoers to refrain from using flash photography whilst on course.
NOTICES
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration
All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post. The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone and to remove any person from the Course without assigning a reason for so doing and do not accept responsibility for loss or damage to persons or their property
LITTER BINS
Please help us to keep Stratford clean and tidy by using the litter bins in all enclosures.
BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS
Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 10 minutes after that announcement
CHECK YOUR TICKETS
Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket All tickets will remain valid for three months.
TODAY’S JOCKEYS & TRAINERS
Jack Andrews
3.27, 4.27
Harry Bannister
3.57
Tom Bellamy
3.27
James Best
4.27, 5.35
James Bowen
2.57, 3.27, 3.57, 4.27
Sean Bowen
4.27, 5.00, 5.35
Jonathan Burke
3.27, 5.35
Bryan Carver
3.27, 3.57, 4.27
Listed below are the Jockeys & Trainers in action at today’s meeting. TRAINERS
Mickey Bowen
2.57, 5.35
Tony Carroll
2.57
Deborah Cole
3.57
Jake Coulson
3.27
Stuart Edmunds 3.27
Clare Ellam 5.00
Tom Ellis
3.27, 4.27
Rosemary Gasson 5.00
Warren Greatrex
3.57
Tom Gretton
4.27
Alex Hales
3.27, 3.57, 4.27
John Joseph Hanlon 2.27
Gary Hanmer 4.27
Grace Harris 5.00
Nicky Henderson 3.57
Martin Keighley 4.27, 5.35
Neil King 5.35 Tom Lacey 4.27
Michael Mullineaux 4.27
Seamus Mullins 3.27, 4.27
Olly Murphy 5.00
Georgina Nicholls 3.27
Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls 3.27
Fergal O’Brien 5.35
Jedd O’Keeffe 3.57
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill 2.57
James Owen 4.27
Ben Pauling 2.57
Richard Phillips 5.35
David Pipe 4.27
Charles & Adam Pogson 4.27
Alastair Ralph 3.27, 3.57
Jamie Snowden 2.57
Joe Tizzard 3.57, 5.35
Conor Ring 5.00
Daniel Sansom 3.27, 4.27
Gavin Sheehan 2.57
Stan Sheppard 4.27
Conor Stone-Walsh 2.27
Jack Tudor 4.27, 5.00, 5.35
Sam Twiston-Davies 2.27
Adam Wedge 3.27, 5.00
Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies 2.27
Christian Williams 5.00, 5.35
Evan Williams 2.27, 3.27
TRACK FACTS
TRACK DESCRIPTION
A left-handed triangular shaped track, one and a quarter miles in extent, with eight fences per circuit and a run-in of 200 yards. Two tight bends and three fences in the straight make the course sharp in nature.
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
FERGAL O’BRIEN (20 wins from 111 runners, 18%) runs CHICKER (5.35)
G HANMER (20 wins from 81 runners, 25%) runs NORTHERN ROSE (4.27).
MR JAMIE SNOWDEN (16 wins from 71 runners, 23%) runs KNIGHTS AFFAIR (2.57)
O MURPHY (14 wins from 83 runners, 17%) runs SUMMERLEAZE (5.00)
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
T CARROLL (7 wins from 50 runners, 14%) runs ISLE OF SARK (2.57)
JAMES OWEN (7 wins from 48 runners, 15%) runs JET PATROL (4.27).
O MURPHY (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runners listed above
G NICHOLLS (1 wins from 1 runners, 100%) runs ANOTHER PEARL (3.27).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
SEAN BOWEN (23 wins from 111 rides, 21%) rides JET PATROL (4.27), SUMMERLEAZE (5.00), WAY MAKER (5.35)
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (20 wins from 116 rides, 17%) rides BALLINTUBBER BOY (2.27).
GAVIN SHEEHAN (20 wins from 105 rides, 19%) rides KNIGHTS AFFAIR (2.57) HARRY BANNISTER (15 wins from 71 rides, 21%) rides JARAMILLO (3.57)
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
SEAN BOWEN (2 wins from 6 rides, 33%) rides listed above STAN SHEPPARD (1 wins from 1 rides, 100%) rides TURPIN GOLD (4.27).
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (1 wins from 2 rides, 50%) rides listed above JAMES BOWEN (1 wins from 1 rides, 100%) rides DONTCONTRADICTME (2.57), ANOTHER PEARL (3.27), ARCLIGHT (3.57), DIESEL LINE (4.27).
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 5.00 JONY MAX (won off 112 down 19lb to 93).
CLASSY TIPS
There are no horses running at Stratford today which are in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race
FANCY THAT
CHRISTIAN WILLIAMS won the 5.00 race in 2022 and 2023. The stable is represented by JONY MAX AND PRINCE CLENI in the race today.
STABLE MOVES
4.27 ISABEL DE CLARE has moved from M Hammond to Tom Ellis; 4.27 JET PATROL has moved from A M Thomson to James Owen
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
TOPGUN SIMMY (2.27) trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland MIZ KLIMT (3.27) trained by J Coulson, Heaton, distance of 227 miles DONTCONTRADICTME (2.57) & WAY MAKER (5.35) trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, distance of 193 miles. VINTAGE FIZZ (3.57) trained by J O’Keeffe, Leyburn, distance of 181 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 16th August.
CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS ARE TAKEN AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS AROUND
THE COURSE
Entrances for entry badges (all entrances)
Racecards to purchase
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Chris Rookes Bar (ground floor near entrance) Card only
Pravha Bar (upstairs near main entrance)
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G/S Bar (downstairs) Card only
G/S Tattersalls Bar (downstairs)
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Aspall Bridge Bar (upstairs in Grandstand) Cash & Card
Champagne Bar (champagne also located on all other bars) Card only
Owners/ Trainers Bar
External Catering Concessions
Centre Course Bar (when open)
Owners & Trainers Paddock Pavilion
Gallery Restaurant
Hospitality Boxes
Stables Café
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HOW TO BET WITH A BOOKMAKER
1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to proffer the correct stake money for your wager.
2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know it’s number) Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.
3. Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.
4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, ie for a win or a place.
5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights.
6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes e.g. £1, £5 or £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.
EACH WAY BETTING
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 - all on to win
• 3 or 4 runners – 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
All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only.
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The D & H Novices’ Limited
Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £12650
Owners Prize Money Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278. (Penalty Value £6680.46)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 TOPGUN SIMMY (IRE) (16) 2-15310 D 6 11 10
B g Doyen (IRE) - Petuna (IRE)
O Anthony N. Durkan/B M. Durkan Br E. Phelan
T John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hooped sleeves, PINK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who made light work of limited opposition in small-field maiden chase at Kilbeggan (25f, good) in July. Very respectable ninth of 19 in strong Galway handicap hurdle since. Leading claims faced with a much less competitive scenario back chasing Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 136
2
BALLINTUBBER BOY (IRE) (71) 1012-25 C D 8 10 13
B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Manhattan Babe (IRE)
O Mason and McGoff
Br Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd
T Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham S Morson Group
WHITE, ROYAL BLUE epaulets, WHITE sleeves, RED spots, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Boasts a good strike rate over hurdles Second in small-field handicaps at Ludlow on first 2 outings over fences but his jumping let him down in a slightly deeper race at Perth since. Needs to eliminate the errors Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
3 THE GYPSY DAVEY (IRE) (22) 41-1P45 7
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Rose N Alice (IRE)
O Mr Billy Bates
T Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Mr William Bates
DARK BLUE, PINK stars on sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, PINK star TIMEFORM VIEW Notched back-to-back
PADDY HANLON (7)
The Racing TV Club Day
Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 DON VIRGINIA (FR) (50)
B g Walzertakt (GER) - Virginia Bella (FR)
O Team Tuff
T Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
402-213 BF 5 11 7
Br Pascal Noue & Valerie Lutz
S Wasdell Group EMERALD GREEN, WHITE star, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, PINK stars and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in maiden hurdle at Southwell (20.5f, good) in June Respectable 10 lengths third of 14 in a Uttoxeter handicap since. Ought to be thereabouts. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 109
2 ISLE OF SARK (USA) (30)
B g Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Endless Fancy (USA)
UU03-14 D 7 11 7
O Mr Bill Hawkins Br Kenneth L. Ramsey & Sarah K. Ramsey
T Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
ORANGE, BLACK disc, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW In good form since joining Tony Carroll, placing on the Flat before making a successful return to hurdling in 21.5f Newton Abbot maiden last month. Well-held fourth under a penalty at Market Rasen since, though.
3 KNIGHTS AFFAIR (GB) (31)
B g Bated Breath - Lady Guinevere
O Value Racing - Knights Affair
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
122 5 11 7
Br J. W. Parry
S BetVictor WHITE, BLACK epaulets, MAROON and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, BLACK and MAROON quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful staying handicapper on Flat for David O’Meara and made perfect start to hurdling career in Huntingdon maiden in May. Better form when second under a penalty in novices at Newton Abbot (21.5f) and Worcester (2m) on next 2 starts Fair sixth back on Flat since. Should go well
4 DONTCONTRADICTME (IRE) (25) 30 5 11 0
B g Watar (IRE) - Three Blessings
O Mr Cian Fenelon
T Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br Shane Fenelon
S Adept Grp Cabinets Ltd
BLACK, WHITE epaulets, hooped sleeves, WHITE and BLACK hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability on the first of 2 bumper starts this summer Steps up significantly in trip for this hurdle debut with a hood added STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 24/7/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
5 BETTY’S TIARA (GB) (32) 230-222 C BF7 10 7
B m Kayf Tara - Burgundy Betty (IRE)
O Mrs Emma Palmer
T Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Mrs Bridget Henley
S Fitzdares
DARK BLUE, PINK chevron, DARK BLUE sleeves, PINK stars, PINK cap, DARK BLUE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler who arrives on the back of fine runner-up efforts in similar races at Southwell and Worcester (twice) in recent months Receives 14lb from the previous hurdle winners in this line-up This might finally be her day. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 106
Number of Declared Runners 5..................................................................................................(Exacta) Hood worn first time by No. 4.
RICHIE MCLERNON
GAVIN SHEEHAN
BOWEN
3 R D RA C E 3 .
The George & Dragon Mares’ Handicap Hurdle Race
(Class 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds) for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £6000
Owners Prize Money Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60)
Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 FAERIE CUTLASS (GB) (33)
B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Faerie Reel (FR)
O Mrs E. A. Kellar
213P-4U 7 12 0
Br Mrs E. Kellar
T Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham S The Taylor Kellar Partnership EMERALD GREEN, large ROYAL BLUE spots, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, ROYAL BLUE spots, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW In good form last autumn, recording a win at Ludlow. Not quite so good in the spring and parted company with her rider early on chase debut last time. Cheekpieces go on returned to hurdling Star RatingHHHII
2 LYNESS DANCER (GB) (25)
Ch m Norse Dancer (IRE) - Madame Allsorts
53P-1P4 6 11 6
O Bourne, Docker, Oliver & Jackson-Owen Br R & R Musson
T Tom Ellis, Rugby
S Fresh Air ROYAL BLUE, BLACK sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced mare who looked an improved performer when making a winning start for new yard in 25f Huntingdon handicap in May. Viable excuses for subsequent no show at Fakenham and not disgraced last time at Worcester, so holds frame claims Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
3 HURST HILL (IRE) (29)
B m Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Nicat’s Benefit (IRE)
O Mr J. H. Young
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
BLACK, YELLOW stripe, sleeves and cap.
5-00312 D BF6 11 6
Br Thomas Keating
S We Do Vans
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to her best to win 8-runner handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (21.6f, good, 15/2) in July, pulling clear with runner-up Another good effort when runner-up here (26.4f, soft) 29 days ago and will be high on the shortlist again. Star RatingHHHHI
4 ANOTHER PEARL (GB) (24)
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Hollies Pearl
O Roy & Louise Swinburne
T Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle
6/565-50 5 11 1
Br James and Jean Potter Ltd
S Trygunn Limited
PURPLE, LIGHT BLUE star, LIGHT BLUE and PURPLE striped sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability in bumpers but has looked green in of novice/maiden hurdles over the summer Opening mark looks harsh but any market support would be of note stepping up markedly in trip. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating
5 BARELY FAMOUS (IRE) (33) 22-2252 9 10 12
B m Fame And Glory - Cause Celebre (IRE)
O Mr Will Gaskins
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE disc, striped sleeves
Br C. O. P. Hanbury
S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up 4 times on the bounce in points during the spring and stepped forward from her yard debut when a 1/2-length second of 16 to Cinderello in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (23.3f, good, 11/1) 33 days ago, some way clear of the rest Looks competitive on form Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 79
6 POLLY PI (IRE) (29) 0000P-0 5 10 11
B m Mount Nelson - Timoca (IRE)
O Mrs J. Davies
Br Peter & Janet Davies
T Evan Williams, Llancarfan S Prysg Cyf
DARK GREEN, DARK GREEN and WHITE diabolo on sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW In frame on the second of 2 starts in bumpers but has looked decidely limited otherwise. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA
TOM BELLAMY
JACK ANDREWS (3)
DANIEL SANSOM (3)
JAMES BOWEN
JONATHAN BURKE
7 CINDERELLO (GB) (33)
Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Fernello
O Miss Susannah M L Parden
T Alex Hales, Edgecote
PINK, PURPLE hoops, PURPLE cap.
5000-41 5 10 11
Br R. D and Mrs J. S. Chugg
S Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumpers and novice hurdles but proved a different proposition switched to a handicap, beating Barely Famous by 1/2 length at Uttoxeter (23.3f, good) last month. Competing from 4lb higher now but should be bang there again. Star Rating
8 MIZ KLIMT (IRE) (24)
B f Gustav Klimt (IRE) - Miz Makfi
O Ms S. Markham
04-3640 4 10 11
Br Araobak Bloodstock
T Jake Coulson, Heaton S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing
MAROON and EMERALD GREEN diabolo, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, PURPLE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Only poor form when making the frame in 2 bumpers and has finished well held in novice hurdles Has attracted support previously so probably best watched in the betting making handicap debut over a markedly longer trip
9
(33)
B m Soldier Hollow - Rosi (GER)
O Foxtrot Racing Varinia Br Mrs Larissa Kneip & Mrs Sandrine Grevet
T Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard S
11-4 Barely Famous (IRE), 3-1 Hurst Hill (IRE), Cinderello (GB), 12-1 Lyness Dancer (GB), Varinia (FR), 25-1 Faerie Cutlass (GB), 28-1 Another Pearl (GB), 40-1 Polly Pi (IRE), 66-1 Miz Klimt (IRE) RACE SUMMARY:
CINDERELLO was just out of the weights when making a winning handicap debut at Uttoxeter last time and remains unexposed, so gets the nod ahead over the in-form Hurst Hill. Barely Famous, a close second to the selection last time, completes the shortlist. 1-2-3: 1.CINDERELLO 2.HURST HILL (IRE) 3.BARELY FAMOUS (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free
H E GE OR GE & DR AG ON The George & Dragon have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse.
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £138,728 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd June to 14th September 2025
B R I A N A N D SH EI LA
V A U G H A N M E MO R I A L
Brian and Sheila Vaughan were both passionate about National Hunt Racing. Back in the early 1980’s when their company Walls and Ceilings International was in its infancy, Sheila retired from her teaching position to support Brian in his new venture. She also took a part time job with the Tote, quickly progressing through the ranks to Supervisor she travelled the country to work at various Racecourses. During this time, she undoubtedly dreamed that one day she may be able to own a racehorse. This dream eventually became a reality, and they had their first racehorse with Ian Williams Over the years they had horses with several local trainers and were lucky in having many winners.
They also liked to support the local tracks having a box here at Stratford for many years in which they entertained both customers and friends and passed on the thrill and excitement of horse racing to many
After Sheila passed away in 2018, Brian still enjoyed following his horses and came to the races regularly. He decided to sponsor a race in memory of Sheila. On his passing this has now become the Brian and Sheila Vaughan Memorial Handicap Chase.
The Brian And Sheila Vaughan Memorial Handicap Steeple Chase
(Class 2) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £25000
Owners Prize Money Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 ARCLIGHT (GB) (29)
B m Champs Elysees - Florentia
O Fortnum Racing
T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn BEIGE and RED diamonds, RED cap.
P00-421 C 6 12 0
Br W. N. Greig
TIMEFORM VIEW Not the easiest to catch right but resumed winning ways back chasing in 9-runner handicap here (17f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Up 6lb but not taken lightly if on her A-game again.
2 VINTAGE FIZZ (GB) (30) 23-0426 8 11 9
Ch g Sulamani (IRE) - Milan Athlete (IRE)
O Fine Claret Racing & Mr T.S. Ingham Br Mr W. Kinsey
T Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn S Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd
MAROON, ROYAL BLUE seams and sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 14 runs since his last win in 2023 but he posted a respectable sixth of 15 in handicap chase at Market Rasen (21.4f, good, 14/1) 30 days ago. Shortlisted Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 129
3 NO RISK WITH LOU (FR) (30) U33-1F0 8 11 6
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Miss Meteore (FR)
O The Risk and Reward Racing Syndicate Br Mr Gerard Dufit
T Alex Hales, Edgecote
S Winwood Construction UK Ltd YELLOW and PURPLE (quartered), diamonds on sleeves, YELLOW cap, PURPLE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW In good form over fences in the summer (won at Huntingdon) but only 13th of 14 back hurdling at Market Rasen (16.6f, good, 16/1) 30 days ago. No suurprise to see him bounce back here. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 126
4 JARAMILLO (GB) (50)
B g Oasis Dream - Guajara (GER)
O Owners Group 098
T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap.
12321-3 7 11 3
Br Stiftung Gestuet Faehrhof
S Owners Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in this sphere at Newton Abbot in April and backed it up with a solid third of 6 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (20f, good, 7/1) 50 days ago One to consider off the same mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 123
5 WAR LORD (GER) (35)
Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Westalin (GER)
O The Wychwood Partnership
T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne
324-P33 D 10 11 1
Br Gestut Etzean
S Coral Racing Limited
BLACK, WHITE triple diamond, WHITE and BLACK striped sleeves, BLACK cap, WHITE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2022 but runner-up at Plumpton when last seen chasing last October and arrives in fair nick from a spell over hurdles at Newton Abbot Not without interest off a reduced mark. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 121
6 IN THE AIR (FR) (24)
B g Coastal Path - Sably (FR)
O Mr Bill Hawkins
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
ORANGE, BLACK disc, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.
266-541 D 7 10 9
Br Mr Charles Magnien
S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account over fences in 5-runner handicap at Uttoxeter (16f, good) 24 days ago. Had the run of race there but still needs considereing up 2lb Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating
BRYAN CARVER
BRENDAN POWELL
7 MAGISTRATO (FR) (35)
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Franche Alliance (FR)
O The D&S Partnership
T Deborah Cole, Solihull
3224-25 7 10 2
Br E.A.R.L. Haras de La Croix Sonnet
S Lewisham Developments Limited WHITE, DARK BLUE chevron, chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap, DARK BLUE stars
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up at Newton Abbot in June but ridden aggressively when last of 5 there (16.3f, good to firm) 35 days ago. This fair 2m scorer can bounce back here. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/7/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105 BEN JONES
Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta) Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
THE RE SU LT
BETTING FORECAST:
3-1 In The Air (FR), 7-2 Arclight (GB), 9-2 Jaramillo (GB), 8-1 War Lord (GER), 17-2 Magistrato (FR), 10-1 Vintage Fizz (GB), 16-1 No Risk With Lou (FR)
RACE SUMMARY:
None of these can be ruled out so at the likely odds it could pay to side with Joe Tizzard’s veteran WAR LORD to capitalise on a much-reduced mark back chasing and end a lengthy losing sequence. No Risk With Lou could emerge as the main danger returned to this sphere ahead of In The Air and Vintage Fizz.
1-2-3: 1.WAR LORD (GER) 2.NO RISK WITH LOU (FR) 3.IN THE AIR (FR)
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TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £7150
Owners Prize Money Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91)
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1 TURPIN GOLD (GB) (41) F00/-115 CD 9 12 0
B g Dick Turpin (IRE) - Tamara
O The Shinton Family
T Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br J. B. J. Richards
S Plumbing World WHITE, BLACK spots, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Has been transformed by a stable switch, winning first 2 starts at Plumpton and Huntingdon in May. Found the combination of a 10lb hike and a messy race too much to handle on his hat-trick bid at Uttoxeter 6 weeks ago but worth another chance. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating
2 EZ TIGER
(IRE) (24)
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Miss Opera
O Mr N Rodway & Partner
T Alex Hales, Edgecote
5312-14 D 8 11 12
Br Joseph Smiddy
S Winwood Construction UK Ltd RED, ROYAL BLUE sash, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Picked up where he left off returning from a 7-month absence when scoring at Worcester in June Ran to a similar level when 9 3/4 lengths fourth of 14 to Diesel Line at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) last month and he should remain competitive. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 97
3 OCEAN
HEIGHTS
(GB) (24)
Ch g Dubawi (IRE) - Ethereal Sky (IRE)
O Mrs Lynne Webb and Partner
T David Pipe, Wellington
Br Godolphin
06/0P//33- CD8 11 8
S W & S Recycling PINK, BLACK braces, WHITE and BLACK striped sleeves, BLACK and PINK hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner for Lucy Wadham and in good form on the level this season, winning back-to-back in May. Has yet to scale same heights over hurdles but posted a solid third in handicap hurdle over C&D when last seen in this sphere 12 months ago
4 DIESEL LINE (IRE) (24)
Br g Malinas (GER) - Ryans Robin (IRE)
O Mr C. T. Pogson
T Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield
0233-21 D 7 11 5
Br Mr Patrick Hugh Murphy
EMERALD GREEN and RED (quartered), RED sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed stable debut promise when winning 14-runner handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) last month, leading 2 out and just kept up to work Up 6lb for that but that may not be enough to prevent him from following up. Star RatingHHHHH
5 ISABEL DE CLARE (GB) (118) 546500- 5 11 5
Br m Passing Glance - Flutter Bye (IRE)
O Six Syndicate
T Tom Ellis, Rugby
Br Mill House Stud
S Fresh Air
DARK BLUE, YELLOW epaulets, YELLOW and DARK BLUE striped sleeves, YELLOW cap, DARK BLUE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Just modest form to date and her jumping isn’t foot-perfect by any means Makes return for a new yard £16,000 but can only be watched at present (tongue tie replaces cheekpieces). Star
6 BASILETTE (IRE) (33)
B m Doyen (IRE) - Bahri Sugar (IRE)
O Gee Tac Limited
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
CD 6 11 4
Br Seamus Mullins
S Gee Tac Limited
BLACK, ORANGE epaulets and sleeves, ORANGE cap, BLACK star.
TIMEFORMVIEWWithout a win since bumper on debut but turned in most convincing display over hurdles when secondof 12 in novice handicap over C&D in June, finishing well and pulling clear of remainder Disappointed the following month at Uttoxeter and remains one to have serious reservations about STEWARDS NOTE: Following
JACK TUDOR
JAMES BOWEN
DANIEL SANSOM
7 JET PATROL (IRE)
(65)
Br g Jet Away - Caramaleta (IRE)
O Mr Martin Ward Br Doyle Brothers
T James Owen, Newmarket
ORANGE and BLACK (quartered), BLACK sleeves, ORANGE armlets
TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrong sort who ran a pretty typical race having a second crack over
June, overexerting himself early on and found wanting in the finish. Mixed bag over
new yard (£4,500) which excels with similar types One
8 GRANNY B (IRE) (33)
B m Acclamation - Debuetantin
O Mr Michael Mullineaux Br Kildaragh Stud
T Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley
TIMEFORMVIEWFair
ROYAL BLUE, RED triple diamond, RED and ROYAL BLUE halved sleeves.
9 NORTHERN ROSE (IRE)
(29)
Ch m Footstepsinthesand - Becuille (IRE)
O Mr F W Dronzek & Mr C Chell Br MCR Bloodstock
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall S Tote
EMERALD GREEN, RED sash, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden but back to form when creditable fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle (25/1) at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) last month. Possibly found the run coming too soon at this course (18.7f, good to soft) 4 days later but others look more convincing STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/7/2025 it was reported that the horse would prefer a faster surface. Star
10 POSTPONED
LEGACY
(GB) (62) 535-345 4 10 2
Ch g Postponed (IRE) - Zaralanta (IRE)
O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 20 Br Blythe Park Stud
T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham S FBC Manby Bowdler
ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW stripes, ROYAL BLUE and LIGHT GREEN diabolo on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT GREEN diam
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame, without really threatening, on several occasions over timber and shaped as if in top form in a first-time visor when fifth of 12 in handicap hurdle at this C&D (good) a couple of months
B g Manatee - Nouvelle Destinee
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Steeple
Chase
THREE MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 3f 119yds) for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £7650
Owners Prize Money Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 SUMMERLEAZE (IRE) (46)
F11-130 C 8 12 0
Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Wilton Milan (IRE)
O Mr Ralph Leonard Barton Br Michael Leacy
T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote S RKBR Industrial Roofing Limited BLACK, WHITE stars, BLACK sleeves, WHITE spots
TIMEFORMVIEW Much improved for current connections, easily completing a hurdles hat-trick at this course in May. Shaped much better than the beaten distance suggests on chase debut at Perth last month and makes plenty of appeal in a less competitive affair. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/7/2025 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly 3 out Star RatingHHHHH
2 JONY MAX (IRE) (45)
B g Mahler - Supreme Sunday (IRE)
2123P-6 10 11 9
O StQuintonMauleIntPlyw’dS-Daniel Br John and Miriam Murphy
T Christian Williams, Bridgend S Dodson and Horrell PINK and YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of reduced mark atWarwick in November and backed it up with a couple of solid efforts prior to finding his run of good form coming to a halt at Fakenham in December Made a laboured reappearance at Newton Abbot last month but not ruled out if refitting of headgear does the trick Star RatingHHHII
3 PRINCE CLENI (FR) (32)
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Cleni River (FR)
O Daffodil Racing Cleni
2654-FP 7 10 12
Br S.C.E.A de La Metairie
T Christian Williams, Bridgend S Dodson and Horrell DARK BLUE, YELLOW disc, YELLOW sleeves, DARK BLUE stars
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner off this mark at Southwell in January and was keeping on for the places when falling at Worcester (23f) on reappearance in June Appeared to be amiss on the back of that fall when pulled-up over the same C&D last month. Remains to be seen if he can bounce back (stable also saddle Jony Max). Star
4 EIGHTYTWO TEAM (IRE) (24) 5-21361 9 10 10
B m Mahler - Lady Hillingdon
O Mr Robert Clarke and Clare Ellam
T Clare Ellam, Market Drayton
Br T. & H. Kilkenny
S Tote ORANGE, BLACK star, BLACK and ORANGE chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap, ORANGE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run in 4-runner Warwick handicap chase (25.4f) in May and quickly bounced back to form when landing a third career success at Uttoxeter (26.1f) last time, finding plenty for pressure. Should remain competitive but yet to win off a mark this high. Star
5 MY GIRL KATIE (IRE) (29) 0-11412 BF 8 10 8
B m Ocovango - Kings Sister (IRE)
O Price & Mathias Partners
Br Thomas Mulhern
T Grace Harris, Shirenewton WHITE, BLACK spots, WHITE and EMERALD GREEN halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a couple of points in May and finally off the mark under Rules when scoring comfortably at Newton Abbot (25.8f) in July Shaped as if still in good form when runner-up over the same C&D 29 days ago, for all that was a lowly contest Should give her running again. Star
6 MIAMI JIM (IRE) (116)
B g Mahler - Peppardstown (IRE)
O Mrs Rosemary Gasson
Br R. Guiry
T Rosemary Gasson, Banbury S Tote
EMERALD GREEN, BLACK cross belts, YELLOW sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete in points and had offered little under Rules prior to making much more of an impact following a break/breathing operation when third at Southwell in February. Unable to back that
SEAN BOWEN
JACK TUDOR
ADAM WEDGE
BRENDAN POWELL
BETTING FORECAST:
2-1 Summerleaze (IRE), 7-2 My Girl Katie (IRE), 4-1 Eightytwo Team (IRE), 13-2 Jony Max (IRE), 12-1 Prince Cleni (FR), 14-1 Miami Jim (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
Course winner SUMMERLEAZE was progressive over hurdles for current connections and shaped much better than the result on chase debut at Perth last month. This looks a good opportunity to get off the mark over fences, with Jony Max feared most if he can rediscover the form he showed last winter with headgear now refitted. My Girl Katie and Eightytwo Team have largely been in good form and should remain competitive.
1-2-3: 1.SUMMERLEAZE (IRE) 2.JONY MAX (IRE) 3.MY GIRL KATIE (IRE)
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Open National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 2 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for four and five yrs old
Total prize fund £4500
Owners Prize Money Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
SEE PAGE 38 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 WAY MAKER (IRE) (45) 1 4 11 6
Br g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Carrigeen Kigelia (IRE)
O Harry Redknapp and Martin Gowing Br Mrs R. H. Lalor
T Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t cost much, but there was much to like about the way he did the job on debut at Bangor (16.7f, good) last month, winning a 6-runner bumper by 11 lengths. Open to improvement and should make a bold bid, despite carrying a penalty. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA
2 ALL ABOUT MOI (IRE) (-) 5 11 2
B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Rock Gossip (IRE)
O Mr W. R. Kinsey
Br Rockvale Stud & Ballyhampshire Stud
T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham S FBC Manby Bowdler
DARK BLUE, ORANGE seams, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Pour Moi gelding Half-brother to fair hurdler/chaser Pride of Lecale and fair hurdler Rocked Up, stayed 3m. Yard’s strike rate in bumpers isn’t particularly compelling and this one is likely to need more time and distance. Star RatingHHIII Official
3 HARBOUR HAZE (GB) (-)
B g Harbour Law - Sea Whisper
O Mrs Jackie Cornwell
T Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh
5 11 2
Br Jackie Cornwell
PURPLE and ORANGE diabolo, ORANGE sleeves, PURPLE stars, ORANGE cap, PURPLE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Harbour Law gelding. Dam maiden on Flat (stayed 7f). Flat-bred 5-y-o who will only be of interest on debut if the market speaks in his favour Star RatingHIIII Official BHA
4 CHICKER (GB) (-) 4 10 13
B g Frontiersman - Arrucian
O Actionclad 2001 Ltd
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Grove Farm Stud
S BresBet MAUVE, LIGHT BLUE star, MAUVE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Frontiersman gelding Half-brother to modest hurdler Barra Blue Yard boasts a healthy strike rate in bumpers and he is pretty appealing on paper Star
5 CREEPING TOM (GB) (-) 4 10 13
B c Passing Glance - Creeping Storm
O Mr G. Molen
T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne
BLACK, PINK stars, striped sleeves, BLACK cap.
Br Mrs K. Exall & Mr A. Exall
S Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance colt Dam unraced out of fairly useful hunter chaser (25f-33f winner) Mid Div And Creep Stable occasionally strikes with newcomers and this 4-y-o needs a close look in the betting Star RatingHHHII Official
6 MAYO (GB) (-)
B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Coco Frongelli
O Jolly Condiments
T Christian Williams, Bridgend
4 10 13
Br Dr F. O’Malley & Mr E. O’Malley
S Dodson and Horrell
DARK GREEN, RED Cross of Lorraine, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Yorgunnabelucky gelding Dam unraced Worth a market check, but bumpers winners for this stable are hardly a regular occurrence. Star RatingHHIII Official
TOBY MCCAINMITCHELL (7)
BRENDAN POWELL
TUDOR
7 VICTORS SPIRIT (SAF) (-)
B g Vercingetorix (SAF) - Acaciawood (SAF) O The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership Br Mr W. J. Engelbrecht
T Neil King, Burderop
DARK BLUE, YELLOW Cross of Lorraine, RED sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, YELLOW star
4 10 4
TIMEFORM VIEW Vercingetorix gelding Half-brother to 2 winners on Flat, including winner in South Africa Guarding The Wall. Dam Group 3 winner in South Africa. Market should point the way. Star Rating
Number of Declared Runners 7
6-4 Way Maker (IRE), 10-3 Chicker (GB), 5-1 Creeping Tom (GB), 10-1 Mayo (GB), 11-1 Victors Spirit (SAF), 25-1 All About Moi (IRE), 40-1 Harbour Haze (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
Despite being a cheap buy WAY MAKER looked good when making a winning debut at Bangor and one of the newcomers will need to be above-average to topple him. Of the debutants, Chicker looks the pick, with Creeping Tom and Victors Spirit also of interest. 1-2-3: 1.WAY MAKER (IRE) 2.CHICKER
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First Race 2.27 - THE D & H NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code
£6680 to the winning horse The second to receive £3073, and the third £1536. for novice four yrs old and upwards. £56 stake if the horse is rated 125 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 124 or lower with £45 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 16th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after August 9th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). D & H have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, plus a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 6 entries, 3 at £11 and 3 at £56 - Closed August 12th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278. (Penalty Value £6680.46)
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Second Race 2.57 - THE RACING TV CLUB DAY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, August 12th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 16th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb Racing TV have generously sponsored this race and 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 12 entries at £40. - Closed August 12th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.27 - THE GEORGE & DRAGON MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3168 to the winning horse The second to receive £1458, the third £729, the fourth £364 and the fifth £181. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, August 12th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 16th. Penalties, after August 9th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Executive thanks to Stuart Stanley for sponsoring and providing the £50 Best Turned Out prize. 17 entries at £30. - Closed August 12th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60) Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.57 - THE BRIAN AND SHEILA VAUGHAN MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13007 to the winning horse The second to receive £5980, the third £2990, the fourth £1495, the fifth £747 and the sixth £372. for four yrs old and upwards. £125 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 16th. Penalties, after August 9th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb The friends of Brian and Sheila Vaughan 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 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 11 entries, 4 at £25 and 7 at £125. - Closed August 12th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £9938; Second £4968; Third £2485; Fourth £1243; Fifth £620; Sixth £310. (Penalty Value £13007.50)
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Fifth Race 4.27 - THE NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK 23RD - 31ST AUGUST HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3775 to the winning horse The second to receive £1737, the third £868, the fourth £434 and the fifth £216. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. £26 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £21 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 16th. Penalties, after August 9th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Stratford Racecourse Executive have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 25 entries, 1 at £5 and 24 at £26. - Closed August 12th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 5.00 - THE RACING tv.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4039 to the winning horse The second to receive £1858, the third £929, the fourth £465 and the fifth £231. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, August 12th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 16th. Penalties, after August 9th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Racing TV have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 10 entries at £29. - Closed August 12th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96) SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.35 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 2 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. 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, August 12th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 16th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lb; 5-y-o 11st 2lb 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. Racing TV have generously sponsored this race and will present a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 14 entries at £22. - Closed August 12th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939;Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
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2025/26 FIXTURES
2025
Saturday 6th September
Monday 6th October
Saturday 18th October
Thursday 30th October
2026
Monday 9th March
Saturday 28th March
Sunday 19th April
Sunday 17th May
Friday Eve 29th May
Saturday Eve 30th May
Tuesday 16th June
Monday 29th June
Tuesday Eve 30th June
Sunday 12th July
Sunday 19th July
Thursday 20th August
Tuesday 25th August
Saturday 5th September
Monday 5th October
Saturday 17th October
Thursday 29thOctober