All the latest news from Racing Welfare
RESTRICTIONS Depending on where you live in the UK the rules vary on what you can and can’t do. The Government’s full Covid-19 guidance can be…
A stellar cast of racing staff hailing from the north went toe-to-toe on 20 November at York racecourse for the William Hill Racing Staff Boxing night,…
Racing Welfare has announced the match-ups for its William Hill Racing Staff Boxing Night at a special event, held on Monday night, at Manhatta in York….
Next Saturday, 27th November, will see the return of the Epsom Owners’ & Trainers’ Awards to the Racing Welfare in-person events calendar having been lost to…
Next Friday, 26th November, will see the return of the Northern Racing Awards (formerly Magic Moments) to the Racing Welfare in-person events calendar having been lost…
Over 250 people from horseracing and associated industries engaged with the first ‘Let’s Talk About Race’ webinar on Wednesday 10th November, where Royal Ascot winning trainer…
Former trainer David Arbuthnot has won an award for his commitment to career development and support to the racing industry. David, who trained for 38 years…
After taking place virtually last year, East Anglia’s biggest Christmas Fair – Presents Galore – is set to make a glittering return to Newmarket’s stunning Rowley…
Officials at Racing Welfare have been left overwhelmed after securing their biggest total from a single fundraising event after collecting more than £150,000 from a charity…
As part of Racing Staff Week, four members of the racing industry have been recognised for their huge contribution to the sport with Lifetime in Racing…
A new racing club has launched with the purpose of getting members up close to the action, while raising vital funds for Racing Welfare who support…
Today (Saturday 16th October) sees the launch of Racing Staff Week at Ascot’s Champions Day meeting. Now in its fifth year, Racing Staff Week recognises the…
Preceding the regular seven-race card at 11.00am is the Racing Welfare Charity Race, where the 12 riders will all be competing with the aim of raising…
I just want to say a huge congratulations and thank you to everyone who has made this happen, which in reality is the whole Racing Welfare…
The return of the ARC Malton Open Day and the Epsom Open Day yesterday, Sunday 12th September, saw the inaugural National Racehorse Week start with a…
Racing Welfare’s Careers Advice and Training Service (CATS) have opened the entries for their inaugural CATS Personal Development Award. The CATS team are also delighted to…
A whole host of intrepid runners and riders undertook superhuman challenges over the last weekend, all with one common goal; to raise money for Racing Welfare….
Racing Welfare has been shortlisted for Wellbeing Initiative of the Year at the Workplace Savings and Benefits Awards 2021. The awards – which are now in…
This year’s Epsom Open Day will see seven racing yards within this historic training centre throw their gates open to the public on Sunday 12th September,…
We know how hard parents and families work to give their children the best start at school. We also know that getting ready for the new…
Racing Welfare is once again delighted to be running this year’s Newmarket Heath Ride in association with Bedmax, which takes in some of horseracing HQ’s most iconic locations along its course. Entries are open now for the event, set to be held on Sunday 5th September.
SHORTLISTED FINALISTS ANNOUNCED FOR 2021 LYCETTS LEADERSHIP & LYCETTS TEAM CHAMPIONS AWARDS The National Trainers Federation (NTF) were delighted to announce yesterday, Thursday 29th July, the…
Yesterday, Thursday 22nd July, saw the announcement of the shortlists for the prestigious Third Sector Awards. Amongst those celebrating their inclusion in the list were the Jockey Club’s charity Racing Welfare, who are in the running for the Communications Team of the Year Award.
27 teams of four took part in a star-studded Celebrity Golf Day at Woburn Golf Club on 21st July by kind permission of the Duke of…
Malton Open Day, sponsored by Arena Racing Company (ARC) and organised by Racing Welfare, is set to make a spectacular return on Sunday 12th September, tying…
On 4th July, 4Racing Owners Club visited Rebecca Menzies’ yard to give members a chance to see their horse Snowy Burrows – and in the process…
Racing Welfare and the Injured Jockey’s Fund have teamed up to create a spectacular star-studded event which is set to provide vital funds for the two…
A ‘health on the move’ bus offering vaccinations will be stationed at Oaksey House in Lambourn next Tuesday 29th June, offering first doses of the Covid-19…
Racing Welfare is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Chief Executive Sir John Kemball, aged 82. Following an esteemed career in the forces,…
Newmarket residents associated with the Racing industry who are yet to receive their Covid-19 vaccination are being encouraged to take advantage of two clinics being held…
British Racing’s first ever National Racehorse Week will take place in September this year. The initiative will be a nationwide celebration of the true magnificence that…
Racing Welfare’s 2021 Mental Health Awareness Week Campaign more important than ever in the time of COVID “Mental Health Awareness Week is a hugely important campaign…
Racing Welfare will take part in a social media boycott this weekend driven by the wider sporting community, designed to take a stand against the online…
For the very first time, the horseracing industry is setting out to understand the wellbeing of its entire workforce. The ‘Wellbeing Across the Horseracing Industry Survey’ is a chance…
It’s that time of year again. Excitement is in the air. The Randox Health Grand National, the World’s most famous race, is just around the corner! This…
Racing’s Occupational Health Service exists to support racing’s workforce to either remain in work or return to work following illness or injury. The successful service is…
We know that the last year has put a financial strain on many families. As such, we are pleased to announce the launch of our Spring Family…
Racing Welfare takes the safety and protection of children, young people and adults at risk very seriously and we recognise our duty to safeguard the welfare…
We have asked staff from across the racing industry to explore some of the services on offer through Racing’s Support Line which is now delivered in…
“I would like to say a huge thank you to all the Racegoers Club members who donated an incredible £1,575 to Racing Welfare in 2020. Every…
We are able to operate through the generosity and support of those who, like us, care about the people who work to make our day at the races possible.
