Representing a celebration of all of racing’s people, this year’s Racing Staff Week will see all 41 of the courses racing during the period 29th June – 6th July taking part. Organised by Racing Welfare, the campaign seeks to champion the contribution of everyone working to make our sport happen every day of the year. Racegoers will be shown a flagship film via racecourse big screens all across the country, with scores of events and reward initiatives planned nationally also.
Category: Community Activities
Are you ready for Racing Staff Week?
This year’s Racing Staff Week will see all 41 of the courses racing during the period 29th June – 6th July taking part, with on-course activities forming an integral part of the week-long celebration.
Last chance to sign up for Racing Staff Week ROA BBQs
Applications close tomorrow, Friday 7th June, for the ROA-sponsored yard barbecues in honour of Racing Staff Week 2019.
For a third consecutive year, the Racehorse Owners Association (ROA) is generously sponsoring 25 yard barbecue events in a bid to encourage trainers to bring their owners and teams of staff together in celebration of Racing Staff Week. Each successful applicant will receive a special ROA-branded bbq pack, including a £150 food voucher to put towards the cost of the event.
High turnout expected as willing volunteers join forces on Racing Together’s Community Day
Racing Together are gearing up for a record turnout at the annual running of their Community Day held on Thursday, May 9. Over 50 racing businesses, including racecourses, charities and racing clubs will join forces for the day to engage with their local communities, and offer support to those in need.
Record crowd flocks to ARC Middleham Open Day
A record crowd basked in the glorious North Yorkshire sunshine at Friday’s ARC Middleham Open Day, which saw 4000 racing fans and families flock to the town to visit the array of yards that opened their doors to visitors on the day.
What not to miss at Middleham Open Day
We’ve put together a mini guide for the must-see at each yard that is Middleham Open day to help you plan your day and not miss a thing!
Middleham Open Day set to raise funds for Hill House Appeal
This year’s ARC Middleham Open Day will help to raise funds for Racing Welfare’s Hill House Appeal, with the completed project set to provide accommodation for young people starting out in their careers within the local racing community.
The site of the current Hill House in Middleham has been purchased by Racing Welfare in a bid to help to address the need for quality, affordable housing for young racing staff in the area. The Hill House Appeal will be launched association with the Jessica Bethell Charitable Foundation during the week in April that also features the ARC-sponsored Middleham Open Day. The appeal will seek to raise the £2million required to complete the project. Subject to planning consent and building and fire regulations approval, the development will incorporate 12 units of accommodation for young people aged 16-24 years old, in addition to offices for the charity’s regional welfare team, a gym and community space.
Racing Welfare’s Northern Regional Welfare Manager, Sarah Fanning, said,
Tickets on sale now for Middleham Open Day 2019
A highlight in the northern racing calendar, the hugely popular Middleham Open Day returns this year on Good Friday, 19th April 2019. Tickets are on sale now for this fabulous event which showcases racing in Middleham’s stunning surroundings, offering a superb day out for racing fans and families alike.
Racing Welfare’s Northern Regional Welfare Manager, Sarah Fanning, said,
Sporting memories launch range of horseracing Replay Reminiscence cards
Sporting Memories is launching a new set of Replay Reminiscence Cards for Horseracing, adding to their already extensive range of sporting memory aids. The cards have been developed in partnership with Racing Welfare, who hold regular Sporting Memories coffee mornings across the country. The range will be launched at a special event at Palace House, The National Heritage Centre for Horseracing & Sporting Art on Tuesday 19th February.
Malton Festival of Racing set to provide an exciting day out for horseracing fans of all ages
The Malton Festival of Racing will take place on Sunday 16th September this year and is again being generously sponsored by Arena Racing Company.