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Let’s Check Out Yorkshire’s Best Horse Racing Tracks

January 14, 2024

Here in Yorkshire, we have some of the finest racecourses in the land. Whether you’re a seasoned betting pro or a casual spectator, you won’t be disappointed by the world-class racing action, lively atmosphere, and picturesque settings that God’s own county has to offer.

So, buckle up your boots, grab your binoculars, and let’s ride off to explore the top three horse racing tracks in the Land of the White Rose.

Best Performances at Beverley So Far This Season

Best Performances at Beverley So Far This Season

August 12, 2022

The Flat season at Beverley is reaching the latter stages of the calendar, so now is a good time to look back at some of the most impressive performances and achievements across the year at the East Riding of Yorkshire racecourse.

Trainers To Look Out For At Beverley This Season

Trainers To Look Out For At Beverley This Season

May 25, 2022

The new Flat season is underway at Beverley, with racing now scheduled all the way through to September. One of the highlights is the Beverley Bullet Sprint Stakes in August, a Listed race over 5f.

If you are heading to Beverley racecourse this year, here are three trainers to look out for on the race card.

Tudhope and Stott Locked in Battle for Leading Jockey Title at Beverley

Tudhope and Stott Locked in Battle for Leading Jockey Title at Beverley

August 23, 2021

Daniel Tudhope and Kevin Stott are locked in a battle to be the leading jockey at Beverley at the end of the Flat season at the Yorkshire racecourse in 2021.

Both riders are at the top of their game this season and it is set to be a close tussle between the two northern-based jockeys, with only a handful of meetings left on the calendar this year.

Four Other Yorkshire Racecourses Within 50 Miles of Beverley

April 20, 2020

Beverley has its own racecourse used during the summer months for horse racing, but did you know there are four other Yorkshire tracks within a 50-mile radius?

Home to two Listed races on the Flat, the Hilary Needler Trophy for two-year-olds over the flying five furlongs in May and the Beverley Bullet Sprint Stakes for three-year-olds and up in August, there is plenty more top-class racing in the White Rose county to enjoy just a short drive away.

BEVERLEY RACES : Summer Sands A Shore Thing At Beverley

BEVERLEY RACES : Summer Sands A Shore Thing At Beverley

June 10, 2019

Summer Sands booked his place at Royal Ascot with a classy victory in the £40,000 Truckingby Brian Yeardley Two-Year-Old Trophy at Beverley on Saturday.

Sent off an 11-4 chance in a hot five-runner affair, Richard Fahey’s two-year-old son of Coach House from the outset looked the real deal in the hands of Barry McHugh.

BEVERLEY RACES : Swann Flying High For Big Day At Beverley

BEVERLEY RACES : Swann Flying High For Big Day At Beverley

June 8, 2019

Scunthorpe Utd chairman Peter Swann is optimistic of another successful cross-Humber raid on Beverley in two of the biggest races of the season on Saturday.

Swann is an enthusiastic owner and, along with mother-in-law Barbara Wilkinson and other family members, has enjoyed great success at Beverley under the Cool Silk Partnership banner.

BEVERLEY RACES : Dream Shot Fired Up For Beverley Mission

BEVERLEY RACES : Dream Shot Fired Up For Beverley Mission

June 6, 2019

James Tate expects a big show from Dream Shot when the speedy colt goes for gold in the Truckingby Brian Yeardley Two-Year-Old Trophy at Beverley on Saturday.

The young son of Dream Ahead showed a touch of quality on his debut at Goodwood when he defeated Spanish Angel by a neck in a five-furlong novice auction stakes.

Watson Keen To Join Execlusive Club At Beverley

Watson Keen To Join Execlusive Club At Beverley

June 4, 2019

Archie Watson strives to enhance an already superb course record when he saddles Execlusive in the historic Hilary Needler Trophy at Beverley on Saturday.

The Upper Lambourn handler has claimed four winners from just 13 runners at the popular East Yorkshire circuit and now takes aim at one of the biggest prizes of the season.

BEVERLEY RACES : Bit Of A Quirke Ready For Beverley Opener

BEVERLEY RACES : Bit Of A Quirke Ready For Beverley Opener

April 17, 2019

Trainer Mark Walford has challenged course maestro Bit Of A Quirke to gain immediate dividends at Beverley’s first meeting of the season on Wednesday.

The popular six-year-old has become a standing dish on the Westwood, with his quenchless thirst for a battle having endeared himself to racegoers.

Beverley Racecourse Sees Increase In Punters As 80,000 Attend In 2018

Beverley Racecourse Sees Increase In Punters As 80,000 Attend In 2018

October 30, 2018

Beverley Racecourse enjoyed an impressive 6% rise in visitor numbers in 2018 as 80,000 people attended its meetings to watch the thrilling action unfold.

That strong performance came despite it clashing with the World Cup, with England and Sweden locking horns on a key race day. It has filled chief executive Sally Iggulden with a great deal of optimism ahead of the 2019 season and she believes the course will continue to go from strength to strength.

Kodyanna Books Royal Ascot Ticket With Hilary Needler Victory

Kodyanna Books Royal Ascot Ticket With Hilary Needler Victory

June 9, 2018

Connections of Kodyanna are keen to run the filly in the Queen Mary Stakes at Royal Ascot after she dazzled in the Hilary Needler Trophy at Beverley on Saturday.

The two-year-old daughter of Kodiac stepped up from an encouraging debut at Nottingham last month to take the £35,000 fillies’ sprint by a head in a thrilling finish.

Trophy-Hunting Mark Johnston Targets Big Beverley Double

Trophy-Hunting Mark Johnston Targets Big Beverley Double

June 8, 2018

Mark Johnston saddles Victory Command and No Lippy in his quest to claim two of the biggest prizes of the season at Beverley on Saturday.

Victory Command lines up in renowned Royal Ascot trial, the £35,000 Brian Yeardley Two-Year-Old Trophy (2.40).

BEVERLEY RACES : Beverley Braced For Jungle Fever

BEVERLEY RACES : Beverley Braced For Jungle Fever

June 7, 2018

Jungle Inthebungle will attempt to uphold family honour by winning the Brian Yeardley Two-Year-Old Trophy at Beverley on Saturday.

The talented juvenile’s sire, Bungle Inthejungle, won the £35,000 conditions stakes in 2012 before going on to claim two Group races in a fine career.

Irish Raider Staycation In Hat For Brian Yeardley Two-Year-Old Trophy

Irish Raider Staycation In Hat For Brian Yeardley Two-Year-Old Trophy

June 6, 2018

Melbourne Cup-winning trainer Joseph O’Brien could have a first runner at Beverley on Saturday (June 9) as Staycation is in the frame for the Trucking by Brian Yeardley Two-Year-Old Trophy.

The son of Acclamation is well regarded by connections, though fortune has not been on his side in three starts to date.

Brian Ellison Takes Aim At Prestigious Hilary Needler Trophy

Brian Ellison Takes Aim At Prestigious Hilary Needler Trophy

June 5, 2018

Brian Ellison could saddle highly-rated juveniles Pearl Of Qatar and Antico Lady in the historic Hilary Needler Trophy at Beverley on Saturday (June 9).

Pearl Of Qatar already has important Beverley experience, having won a five-furlong novice stakes by a length in May.

Beverley Racecourse – An Undiscovered Gem

Beverley Racecourse – An Undiscovered Gem

April 10, 2018

People from Beverley or those who have lived here a while – along with those who are regular visitors – will already know what an undiscovered gem our racecourse truly is.

So, why is it so unsung, generally speaking, even among fans of the sport – and is this something that should change?

Gambling Options in Beverley

Gambling Options in Beverley

September 14, 2017

As well as a being hotspot for food and drink, shopping and music, Beverley is also a great place to enjoy some gambling.

We’ve chosen some of the best nights out in Beverley and surrounding areas for those who enjoy a flutter, as well as a few ‘virtual’ options so you don’t even have to leave town to win some money!

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