Brighton Racing Tips

If you come from the Southern Coast of England, chances are that you won’t find enough racecourses. Moreover, Brighton is not a horseracing haven. Regardless of that, the Brighton running track is a rare gem for horse race enthusiasts in this town. In size, this running track is smaller than your average racecourse. However, the action taken in this course never disappoints. Most races take place during the warmer and sunny days. Previously, racegoers knew this racecourse was for hurdle races. Today, fans know it as a flat race track.

Brighton Horse Racing Tips

The following table will show our tips from Brighton when there are scheduled races there.

No racing at Brighton today. Our tips for each race appear here on race days, and you can see our previous tips below.

Our previous Brighton tips

Our selection for every race at recent Brighton meetings. Open a meeting to see each tip.

Thu, 15 October 20268 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:32	ValaderoRacing Value At bet365 Handicap Handicap	Tom MarquandBrian Toomey
14:05	My Boo BooEach Way Extra At bet365 EBF Restricted Maiden Stakes (For Horses In Bands C And D) (GBB Race)	Tom MarquandBrian Toomey
14:40	Reece's Callbet365 EBF Restricted Maiden Stakes (For Horses In Band D) (GBB Race)	Jack DoughtyRod Millman
15:15	ShifraBet Boost At bet365 Handicap (Div I)	Paddy BradleyPat Phelan
15:50	Thundering BreezeBet Boost At bet365 Handicap (Div II)	Saffie OsborneGary & Josh Moore
16:25	South Kensingtonbet365 Handicap	Charles BishopAdam Kirby
16:55	Berning HotPosition Payout At bet365 Handicap	William CarsonMichael Attwater
17:25	Harry MoleBest Odds Guaranteed At bet365 Handicap	Jack DoughtySteph Hollinshead

Tue, 6 October 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:38	Jenson BensonMatchbook Signup - Get 20% Back On Losses Apprentice Handicap (Hands & Heels Race) (Part Of REI)	Amy TuckerShaun Lycett
14:13	Queens BanditMatchbook Betting Exchange Supporting UK Racing EBF 'Confined' Restricted Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)	Saffie OsborneCharlie Clover
14:48	King Of The DanceFollow Matchbook On X Handicap	Isobelle ChalmersBernard Llewellyn & Robert Williams
15:23	Bug BoyBet £20 Get £40 In Free Bets At matchbook.com Handicap	Taryn LangleyTony Newcombe
15:58	Berning HotMatchbook Monthly Bet - Builder Rebate Handicap	William CarsonMichael Attwater
16:33	My Mate MackleyPlay Your Multiples At matchbook.com Handicap	Taryn LangleyAdam Kirby
17:08	Diomed SpiritDownload The Matchbook Exchange App Handicap	Charles BishopChris Gordon

Mon, 28 September 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:30	Roman SpringThe Matchbook Signup - Get 20% Back On Losses Handicap	Kieran O'NeillRachel Cook & John Bridger
14:05	All Shall Be WellMatchbook Betting Exchange Supporting UK Racing Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)	Kieran ShoemarkJack Jones
14:40	Magical LifeFollow Matchbook On X Nursery Handicap	Rossa RyanJ S Moore
15:15	Danehill StarThe Bet £20 Get £40 In Free Bets At matchbook.com Handicap	Rossa RyanTony Carroll
15:50	Love You BackMatchbook Monthly Bet-Builder Rebate Handicap	Warren FentimanGary & Josh Moore
16:27	Royal County GloryPlay Your Multiples At matchbook.com Handicap	Rossa RyanJack Jones
17:00	Port HedlandDownload The Matchbook Exchange App Apprentice Handicap	Myla CoppinsTony Carroll

Tue, 1 September 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
16:06	My Mate MackleyMatchbook Betting Exchange Supporting UK Racing Handicap	Tyler HeardAdam Kirby
16:36	Norfolk BlueBet £20 Get £40 In Free Bets At matchbook.com Restricted Maiden Stakes (Bands C/D) (GBB Race)	Marco GhianiWilliam Knight
17:06	Makes Me Wonder#matchbooklovesracing "Confined" Handicap (For Horses Who Have Not Won A Race In 2026)	Taryn LangleyDavid Simcock
17:40	Clipsham NobleFollow Matchbook On X Handicap	Liam WrightCharlie Clover
18:15	Shes Got The BluesDownload The Matchbook App Handicap	Silvestre De SousaTony Carroll
18:45	Serenity DreamStreamline Supports The Martlets Hospice Handicap	Jack DoughtyTony Carroll
19:15	Diomed SpiritStreamline Taxis - Always Going The Distance Handicap	Saffie OsborneChris Gordon

Mon, 24 August 20266 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:30	South ShoreBlackmore Building Contractors Handicap	Marco GhianiRobert Cowell
15:00	Rogue ImperialCognitive Law EBF Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)	Harry DaviesArchie Watson
15:30	Blue AnthemIan Carnaby Handicap	Billy LoughnaneGerard O'Leary
16:00	Bohemian BreezeIan Carnaby 30 Years Of Sponsorship Handicap	Tom QueallyGary & Josh Moore
16:30	River WharfeStreamline Taxis Always Going The Distance Handicap	Billy LoughnaneTony Carroll
17:00	SuperstormBrighton Racecourse Antiques And Vintage Fair Handicap	Mikkel MortensenCharlie Fellowes

Sun, 23 August 20266 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:20	Sea Of CharmBlackmore Building Contractors Amateur Jockeys' Handicap	Mr Henry MainGeorgina Nicholls
14:50	Tree Wizardblackmorebuild.com EBF Restricted Maiden Stakes (Band D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB Race)	Abdulla Rashid Al-HajriHilal Kobeissi
15:20	Dreams GaloreJohn Heal Memorial Nursery Handicap	Billy LoughnaneOllie Sangster
15:50	Secret HandsheikhBlackmore Equestrian Construction Handicap (Brighton Summer Sprint Series Final)	Joe LeavyJohn Gallagher
16:20	Knights GoldBlackmore Design & Build Handicap	Billy LoughnaneTom Ward
16:50	My Old MateBlackmore Proudly Sponsoring Brighton Racecourse Handicap	Billy LoughnaneGary & Josh Moore

Fri, 7 August 20266 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:30	Diomed SpiritTeenage Cancer Trust Handicap	Charles BishopChris Gordon
15:00	EnamoredJenningsbet In Portsmouth EBF Restricted Maiden Stakes (Bands C And D) (EBF Qualifier) (GBB Race)	David ProbertEd Dunlop
15:30	Thundering BreezeJenningsbet UK's Largest Independent Bookmaker Classified Stakes	David ProbertGary & Josh Moore
16:00	The Quiet GentHarry Bloom Memorial "Brighton Bullet" Handicap	David ProbertBrian Toomey
16:30	Dragon GodBet In Over 200 Shops Nationwide With Jenningsbet Handicap	Charles BishopTony Carroll
17:00	Shes Got The BluesBet Responsibly With Jenningsbet Handicap (Brighton Summer Sprint Series Qualifier)	Myla CoppinsTony Carroll

Thu, 6 August 20266 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:38	River WharfeJenningsBet In Bexhill On Sea Apprentice Classified Stakes	Molly GunnTony Carroll
15:13	The Monkey KingJenningsBet Ladies Day Restricted Novice Stakes (For horses In Bands B, C And D) (GBB Race)	Rhys ClutterbuckRalph Beckett
15:50	Danehill StarJenningsbet In Hastings Handicap	William CarsonTony Carroll
16:25	SarangpurJenningsBet In Basingstoke Brighton Challenge Cup Handicap (The Brighton Challenge Cup) (GBBPlus)	Finley MarshRichard Hughes
16:55	DoggedJenningsBet Top Staff Classified Stakes	William CarsonTony Carroll
17:30	Silver TrumpetJenningsBet In Brighton Handicap	Charles BishopEve Johnson Houghton

Wed, 5 August 20266 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:30	Havana JagJenningsBet Over 200 Shops Nationwide Handicap	Ashley LewisJohn Gallagher
15:00	RoviniaJenningsBet In Deal Classified Stakes	Owen LewisRoger Teal
15:30	Silca BaySapporo Japanese Premium Lager Brighton Mile Challenge Handicap (The Brighton Mile Challenge Trophy)	Oliver CarmichaelEve Johnson Houghton
16:00	Buckland BelleMonty Bennetts 18th Birthday Handicap	Edward GreatrexOllie Sangster
16:30	The OrganiserJenningsBet "We Love Brighton Racecourse" 'Confined' Handicap (Horses With No Wins In 2026)	Pat CosgraveMark Pattinson
17:00	KentoFree Race Replays On attheraces.com Handicap (Brighton Summer Sprint Series Qualifier)	William CarsonTony Carroll

Tue, 7 July 20266 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
18:20	Big Time RascalBet Now With fairplaybet.co.uk Classified Stakes	Seamus CroninMichael Attwater
18:50	RadahnDownload The Fairplay App Now EBF Restricted Novice Stakes (Bands C & D) (EBF Qualifier) (GBB Race)	Benoit De La SayetteGeorge Scott
19:20	Prefer The SisterWatch Live Racing On fairplaybet.co.uk Handicap (Brighton Summer Sprint Series Qualifier)	Paddy BradleyJames Owen
19:50	Super HitFairplay Lets Bet On It! Handicap	Christian HowarthJames Owen
20:20	MynaFairplay Daily Price Boosts Classified Stakes	David EganTony Carroll
20:50	Kentofairplaybet.co.uk Bet £20 Get £20 Free Bets Handicap	David EganTony Carroll

Tue, 30 June 20266 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:43	Port HedlandCoast Cremations Cup Classified Stakes	Matthew Lloyd SlaterTony Carroll
15:13	King Of WarSheephaven Bay And Tipsytipsters Remembering Boony Handicap	J F EganMichael Wigham
15:43	Hove RangerBet Now With fairplaybet.co.uk Handicap	Rhys ClutterbuckGary & Josh Moore
16:13	Bohemian BreezeFairplay Daily Price Boosts Handicap	Tom QueallyGary & Josh Moore
16:43	Dion Bakerfairplaybet.co.uk Bet £20 Get £20 Free Bets Handicap	J F EganMichael Wigham
17:15	PimentelYeomans Toyota Proace Handicap	Ashley LewisMarcus Tregoning

Mon, 22 June 20266 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
18:05	Silky RobinBet Now With fairplaybet.co.uk Handicap	Jason WatsonBrian Toomey
18:35	Roxa LoveDownload The Fairplay App Now EBF Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)	Jack CallanGeorge Boughey
19:05	Gearing's PointWatch Live Racing On fairplaybet.co.uk Classified Stakes	George BassSheena West
19:37	Dash Of ClassFairplay Lets Bet On It! Handicap	Jack CallanDr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole
20:10	Middleton ViewFairplay Daily Price Boosts "Confined" Handicap (For horses Which Have Not Won In 2026)	Jack CallanStuart Williams
20:40	Dion Bakerfairplaybet.co.uk Bet £20 Get £20 Free Bets Handicap (Brighton Summer Sprint Series Qualifier)	Darragh KeenanMichael Wigham

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History

Racing here can be traced back to 1713. Back then, the locals organized many races without a proper structure. This paved the way for the first official race meeting that took place in 1783. The Prince of Wales heard about this race.

The following year, he attended a couple of races at the racecourse. He enjoyed the competition proceedings and recommended the running track to some of his high-ranking friends. Because of this, the popularity of running tracks started soaring.

The same grounds that people used in the 1800s are still in use today. And even though this racecourse struggled in the early 19th century, it is thriving today. Part of the reason why it is doing well today is the railway line in Brighton.

It was unveiled at the perfect time, making the running track accessible to more people. Later, the managers did their best to upgrade the course. This made it more attractive to both racegoers and jockeys. Its level of attendance increased tremendously.

The first grandstand on this ground was built in the 1800s. Nonetheless, most people did not know the racecourse until 1905, when a land dispute caught the public’s attention.

The race organizers had failed to give the landowner the usual traditional gift. He became furious and threatened to shut the racing activities down. The landowner started ploughing the land, but horse competition fans and other stakeholders stopped him. After a long standoff, the activities on the course resumed.

The running track had to overcome a host of hurdles to succeed. For instance, the warfare in the 1920s brought it to its knees. Later, the course enjoyed many years of success. However, this did not last long due to the reduction of tourist activities in the city.

At some point, the running track almost closed down. In 1998, the visionary Nothern Racing took the running track. They invested over £4 million to turn their fortunes around, and it worked.

The Course

Flat Course

The Brighton flat race track presents a massive challenge for racehorses. It is about half a mile long, left-handed, and assumes the shape of a horseshoe.

This racecourse is best suited for strong and pacey racehorses. The racetrack is about 12 furlongs long.

Main Racing Events

The Brighton Festival

The Brighton Festival is arguably the most popular event here. It is a three-day event held every August.

The Mahomet are part of this event. And their main responsibility is to make the festival as entertaining as possible.

This event is all-inclusive and has enclosures for all people. About 15000 people attend this race every year.

Where to Bet on Brighton Races

Online betting sites

There are several places to bet on races, but nothing beats betting online. If you are a serious horse racing punter, you probably recognize the immense benefits of betting online. First off, you can bet from any location on your smartphone or PC.

Apart from that, betting online allows you to do some research. It allows you to examine the history and recent performance of all racehorses. And this might give you an edge when predicting the outcome. Additionally, you can visit tipster pages to refine your betting skills.

To bet on events from this racecourse, you need to work with a reputable betting site that features these markets. Also, settle on an online betting provider that offers convenient payment options for deposits and withdrawals.

If you are not sure of a particular betting site, you can take some time to read several customer reviews online. The information that you will find will point you in the right direction.

Once you find an online betting platform that suits your needs, sign up, fund it and start betting. Do not place random bets. Instead, follow the races closely to identify a racehorse with potential. For starters, do not stake high. Learn the ropes first, and increase your take as you grow more confident.

How to Get to the Brighton Racecourse

Train

Racegoers can get to the racecourse by train. A railway line runs through London Bridge, East Bourne, Victoria, King Cross, Hastings, Portsmouth, etc. Once you reach Brighton station, stroll to the running track.

The other option is to take a taxi from the station. During race days, there are shuttle buses at the disposal of racegoers. You will also find other coach services that operate along this route during race days.

Air

Those who prefer to fly can call the racecourse management and book a helicopter landing spot in advance. International visitors should take a flight to Gatwick Airport, which is only 30 minutes away by train.

Car

Motorists can drive to the running track. There is ample parking space for everyone. It is only a few minutes’ drive to the racecourse from the town centre. Those who want to drive to the running track should take the Freshfield road. The nav is BN2 9XZ.

Our Final Thoughts on Brighton

This racecourse is one of a kind. It is vibrant, especially during the major events. Racegoers and bettors have a lot to look forward to during this time. Brighton is the place to be if you want to have a good time cheering your favourite horses with family and friends.

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