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Equine Stars Will Take Centre Stage at ARC Malton Open Day

Posted on July 15, 2021April 6, 2022 by plane

Malton Open Day, sponsored by Arena Racing Company (ARC) and organised by Racing Welfare, is set to make a spectacular return on Sunday 12^th September, tying in with the start of the first ever National Racehorse Week which aims to celebrate both the racehorse and the staff responsible for the high levels of care they receive on a daily basis.

The popular event will see 12 training yards in and around Malton open their doors to the public, offering the opportunity to see behind the scenes at one of the most prominent and historic racing centres in the UK. A wealth of equine stars will be on show, along with a chance to speak to the trainers and the stable staff who provide their day-to-day care.

ARC Malton Open Day: Horses to follow

Posted on September 13, 2019April 6, 2022 by plane

Thinking of paying a visit to ARC Malton Open Day but not sure where to start? Whether you’re out to meet the shining lights of Malton’s training ranks or want to get the inside track on some horses for the future, check out our guide to who’s who amongst Malton’s equine residents…

Racing Welfare to benefit from Go Racing in Yorkshire’s Summer Festival

Posted on July 12, 2019April 6, 2022 by plane

The Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival, sponsored by Sky Bet, has named Racing Welfare as its beneficiary charity for this year.

Malton Festival of Racing draws in crowds to go behind-the-scenes of Ryedale’s horseracing industry

Posted on September 18, 2018March 21, 2022 by plane

Sunday 16^th September saw over 2000 visitors flocking to the North Yorkshire town of Malton to visit the yards of 12 trainers open to the public on the day, followed by a programme of family friendly events at Highfield Gallops in the afternoon.

Racing fans were able to meet stars of both Flat and National Hunt codes on the day, including this year’s Gimcrack winner Sands of Mali, the bet365 Bunbury Cup victor Burnt Sugar, 2016 Scottish Sprint Cup winner Hoof it and Ribchester, victorious last year’s Prix Du Moulin. Guests to Mark Campion’s yard had the opportunity to enter his competition to name a new recruit to the team of horses running for the Mark Campion Racing Club, the winner of which will be given one year’s free membership to the club.

Racing Welfare’s Chief Executive Dawn Goodfellow said

Malton Festival of Racing set to provide an exciting day out for horseracing fans of all ages

Posted on August 21, 2018March 21, 2022 by plane

The Malton Festival of Racing will take place on Sunday 16^th September this year and is again being generously sponsored by Arena Racing Company.

Racing Welfare Welcomes Increased Support from York Racecourse

Posted on July 20, 2018April 6, 2022 by plane

Racing Welfare has reinforced their partnership with York Racecourse, who have upped their support this year to increase the impact of the charity’s services for beneficiaries in Yorkshire.

Coffee Mornings launch in Gloucestershire for retired racing staff

Posted on April 10, 2017March 23, 2022 by plane

On the 19th April 2017, Racing Welfare are holding the first Coffee Morning for people who have retired from the horseracing industry in the Gloucestershire area. The coffee morning will be held at the beautiful Richmond Retreats in Painswick and is free of charge to attend for anyone who has worked within the industry at any stage during their career.