Doncaster Racing Tips

The Doncaster Racecourse has 36 meetings annually, making it one of the busiest courses in Britain. It’s centrally located, meaning that you don’t have to travel far to catch a racing action.

The course has a long and interesting history. It also hosts the St. Leger Stakes, one of the oldest British Classic Races. Though the track is old and rich in history, its facilities are vibrant and modern. Moreover, it has a perfect mix of new and old, top-class and friendly local races.

Let’s see what the course offers and why it’s considered one of the best tracks in the UK.

Doncaster Horse Racing Tips

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

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

Our previous Doncaster tips

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

Sat, 24 October 20268 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
12:55	Ancient StateRichard James Hone Memorial Handicap	Cieren FallonAdam Kirby
13:30	Al HudaibaWilliam Hill Futurity Trophy Stakes (Group 1) (No Geldings)	William BuickCharlie Appleby
14:05	Bengal TigerWilliam Hill Remembering Sue Wright Prospect Stakes (Registered As Doncaster Stakes) (Listed Race)	Ryan MooreA P O'Brien
14:40	National HonourSpooky Spectacular Fireworks At Doncaster Racecourse Nursery Handicap	William BuickCharlie Appleby
15:19	Mr ProfessorWilliam Hill Epic Boosts Handicap	David EganKevin Philippart De Foy
15:55	CastlemontWilliam Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Handicap (GBBPlus Race)	William BuickCharlie Appleby
16:30	Crown OfficeRFJ And Bee Jays Electrical Handicap (Div I)	Cieren FallonWilliam Haggas
17:05	Feel The NeedRFJ And Bee Jays Electrical Handicap (Div II)	Sean LeveyMichael Herrington

Fri, 23 October 20268 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:35	GlamorizeWilliam Hill Extra Places Every Day Nursery Handicap	David EganGeorge Scott
14:10	Fine InterviewWilliam Hill Epic Boosts Handicap	James DoyleHamad Al Jehani
14:45	PalladasWilliam Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Handicap	William BuickCharlie Appleby
15:20	Desert Romance"What Are The Odds" By Alan Newman Maiden Fillies' Stakes (GBB Race)	William BuickCharlie Appleby
15:55	Age Of ReasonBritish Stallion Studs EBF Novice Stakes (GBB Race)	William BuickCharlie Appleby
16:30	Art LoverWilliam Hill Price Boosts Every Day Handicap (Div I)	Tom MarquandWilliam Haggas
17:05	Angel GabrielWilliam Hill Price Boosts Every Day Handicap (Div II)	Rossa RyanRalph Beckett
17:35	MayaadaWilliam Hill Keep Your Raceday Positive Handicap	Oisin MurphyOllie Sangster

Sun, 13 September 20268 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:25	MaelstromLand Of Lights Festival At Gullivers Handicap	Jack DaceStuart Williams
13:55	AsukaBetfred 'The Classic Bookmaker' Handicap	Hector CrouchGeorge Boughey
14:30	Raging RajBetfred City Of Doncaster Handicap	Lewis EdmundsMichael Herrington
15:05	Forty Years OnJapan Racing Association Sceptre Fillies' Stakes (Group 3)	Hector CrouchGeorge Scott
15:40	ValedictoryBetfred Mallard Handicap (GBBPlus Race)	Robert HavlinJohn & Thady Gosden
16:15	TivaI Love Julie Parkes Handicap (Div I)	Conor WhiteleyDavid O'Meara
16:50	Rock Of EnglandI Love Julie Parkes Handicap (Div II)	Oisin MurphyPaul Midgley
17:20	Dandy MagicDuncan Pearce Memorial Apprentice Handicap	Lauren YoungJim Goldie

Sat, 12 September 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:10	Al JabbarBritish Stallion Studs EBF Maiden Stakes (Winner Receives Free Entry To 2027 St Leger) (GBB/GBBPlus)	Billy LoughnaneCharlie Appleby
13:45	Desert CastleBetfred Champagne Stakes (Group 2) (Colts & Geldings)	Billy LoughnaneCharlie Appleby
14:20	Twilight CallsBetfred Portland (Heritage Handicap)	Saffie OsborneRichard Spencer
14:55	More ThunderBetfred Park Stakes (Group 2)	Tom MarquandWilliam Haggas
15:35	EnceladusBetfred St Leger Stakes (Group 1) (No Geldings)	Billy LoughnaneJoseph Patrick O'Brien
16:15	Blue CourvoisierPertemps Network Handicap	Rossa RyanClive Cox
16:48	TawajjahPJ Towey Handicap (GBBPlus Race)	Jonny PeateOli Rix

Fri, 11 September 20268 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:15	NabatiBetfred Flying Scotsman Stakes (Listed Race)	William BuickCharlie Appleby
13:50	NymanBetfred Leger Legends Classified Stakes	Andrew TinklerRoger Fell
14:25	Final ObjectiveCarlsberg Danish Pilsner Flying Childers Stakes (Group 2)	James DoyleHamad Al Jehani
15:00	Caballo De MarBetfred Howard Wright Doncaster Cup Stakes (Group 2)	Oisin MurphyGeorge Scott
15:35	Silver LakeBritish Stallion Studs EBF Premier Fillies' Handicap (GBBPlus Race)	James DoyleWilliam Haggas
16:10	Victoria NightCoopers EBF Maiden Fillies' Stakes (GBB Race)	Sean LeveyRichard Hannon
16:45	Henley On ThamesTanbry Construction Nursery Handicap	David EganKevin Philippart De Foy
17:20	Fans FavouritePertemps Network Handicap (GBBPlus Race)	Oisin MurphyHugo Palmer

Thu, 10 September 20268 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:15	Speed Of SoundBritish Stallion Studs 'Carrie Red' EBF Fillies' Nursery Handicap	Saffie OsborneRichard Spencer
13:50	Night In VegasWeatherbys £300,000 2-Y-O Stakes (GBB Race)	Charles BishopEve Johnson Houghton
14:25	RunmanPertemps Network Handicap (GBBPlus Race)	Oisin MurphyJohn & Thady Gosden
15:00	PrizelandBetfred Park Hill Fillies' Stakes (Group 2)	Oisin MurphyAndrew Balding
15:35	Musical TimesBetfred May Hill Stakes (Group 2) (Fillies)	William BuickCharlie Appleby
16:10	Al WathbaMeadowhall X Flannels Beauty Bar Nursery Handicap (GBBPlus Race)	William BuickCharlie Appleby
16:45	UndiscoveredEast Midlands Airport And Jet2 Nursery Handicap	Rossa RyanRalph Beckett
17:20	Devil's PeakPertemps Handicap (GBBPlus Race)	William BuickJohn & Thady Gosden

Sat, 15 August 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:00	Poet's DawnSuit Direct At Meadowhall Apprentice Handicap	Jake DicksonTim Easterby
14:30	WuoodSkopes At Meadowhall Novice Stakes (GBB Race)	Sean LeveyRichard Hannon
15:05	Noble PrinceMeadowhall X Flannels Beauty Bar EBF Novice Stakes (GBB Race)	Connor PlanasCharlie Appleby
15:37	Imperial GuardPhase Eight At Meadowhall Handicap	Sam JamesMichael Dods
16:10	County CarlowFrench Connection At Meadowhall Handicap	Paul MulrennanBen Haslam
16:45	BerlinettaLuxury Looks From The Avenue At Meadowhall Handicap	George BassJack Channon
17:20	Sound GloriaRaceday Ready With Meadowhall Handicap	Jack MitchellRoger Varian

Sat, 1 August 20268 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:55	Kohana NationAalberts IPS Pegler Valves Novice Stakes (GBB Race)	Oisin OrrCharles Hills
14:30	Eighth ImmortalBapp Group Of Companies Bapp Nursery Handicap	Ryan SextonJack Jones
15:05	Tiora Time7 Core Electrical Restricted Maiden Fillies' Stakes (For horses In Band D) (GBB Race)	Neil CallanTom Clover
15:40	Super HitYates Drywall Ltd Handicap	Christian HowarthJames Owen
16:15	First TimeWinners Wear Skopes Menswear Handicap	Barry McHughRichard & Peter Fahey
16:50	Get Up EverybodyHarrison College Handicap (Div I)	David NolanPaul Midgley
17:25	Wilde And DandyHarrison College Handicap (Div II)	Joey HaynesIvan Furtado
18:00	Mark's ChoiceGrace And Dotty Handicap	Oliver StammersGemma Tutty

Thu, 23 July 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:10	JassasBritish Stallion Studs EBF Novice Stakes (GBB Race)	William BuickCharlie Appleby
14:40	Round The TableDoncaster Supports Autism In Racing EBF Novice Stakes (GBB/GBBPlus Race)	David EganTom Clover
15:10	Ten ClaretsSky Bet Go-Racing-In-Yorkshire Summer Festival Nursery Handicap	Clifford LeeK R Burke
15:45	Sargent DennisSummer Saturdays At Doncaster Handicap	Edward GreatrexJack Channon
16:15	FarandawaySky Bet For The Fans Handicap	Oliver StammersGrant Tuer
16:48	PalmarianFree Tips On attheraces.com Handicap	James SullivanRuth Carr
17:23	AlteritySky Sports Racing Sky 415 Handicap	David EganCharlie Johnston

Sat, 18 July 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
17:40	StartlingGo Racing In Yorkshire Summer Festival Apprentice Handicap	Gianluca SannaJohn Wainwright
18:15	Sanbona WarriorBritish Stallion Studs EBF Restricted Novice Stakes (Bands B, C And D) (EBF Qualifier) (GBB Race)	Taylor FisherWilliam Knight
18:45	Akkadian ThunderLakeside Village Is 30 Handicap	David NolanDavid O'Meara
19:15	Wilde And DandySummer Fun At Lakeside Village Outlet Shopping Handicap	Stevie DonohoeIvan Furtado
19:50	Willow WoodSummer Saturdays At Doncaster Handicap	George DowningEd Walker
20:25	Penny GhentFollow @attheraces On Instagram Handicap	Rhys ElliottSimon Whitaker
21:00	TabaskoSky Sports Racing Sky 415 Handicap	George DowningEd Walker

Thu, 9 July 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:10	BulletsnapBetfred Champagne Trial EBF Novice Stakes (GBB Race)	Cieren FallonWilliam Haggas
14:45	Count BezukhovBetfred St Leger Trial Novice Stakes (Winner Gets Free Initial Entry To St Leger) (GBB/GBBPlus)	Billy LoughnaneJoseph Patrick O'Brien
15:20	Golden FlameBetfred Supports Jack Berry House Handicap	Zoe LewisThomas Faulkner
15:55	DominationBetfred 'The Classic Bookmaker' Handicap (GBBPlus Race)	Sean D BowenHarriet Bethell
16:30	Celtic ChariotBetfred Nifty 50 Handicap	David EganKevin & Lauren Frost
17:05	WrydcroftBetfred Play Fred's £5 Million Handicap	Christian HowarthPam Sly
17:40	Spirit Of ApplauseBetfred Follow Us On X Amateur Jockeys' Handicap	Mr Thomas EasterbyTim Easterby

Fri, 3 July 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:00	Jumeirah StormSummer Saturday Series At Doncaster Novice Stakes (GBB Race)	Neil CallanWilliam Knight
14:35	TilaniPure Panel Management Handicap	Edward GreatrexIan Williams
15:10	Moulin BoojBelieve Money Group Handicap	Liam WrightGeorge Scott
15:45	Redbud SixteenInstarmac Group Handicap (GBBPlus Race)	Edward GreatrexCharlie Pike
16:20	Get Up EverybodyDownload The Raceday Ready App Handicap	David NolanPaul Midgley
16:55	Saffron DandyFree Bets On attheraces.com Fillies' Handicap	Pat DobbsRichard Hannon
17:30	Gunalt Wavelengthattheraces.com/marketmovers Fillies' Handicap	Joanna MasonMichael & David Easterby

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Doncaster Racecourse history

There’s evidence of racing in Doncaster as early as the 16thcentury. Although numerous attempts were made to stop horse racing due to the high number of ruffians it attracted, plans for building a racecourse began in 1614, when the local Corporation took control of the space for three centuries.

In the beginning, races were held at Cantley Common. However, in 1766, the races were moved to Town Moor to cope with the growing number of racing enthusiasts. During the course’s opening, Colonel Anthony organized and sponsored a new race, the St. Leger Stakes.

Unfortunately, after the grand opening, two not-so-exciting centuries passed. A big break came when Doncaster received a big boost after Lincoln and Manchester racecourses were closed in 1964. Their closure not only helped to increase the number of spectators attending the races, but it also meant that the track was now the host for the Lincoln and November Handicap races.

A couple of years later, in 1992, it made history again by being the first course to hold a race on Sunday. Even though there weren’t on-site bookies to take bets, over 20,000 people attended the races, setting a precedent for Sunday races nationwide.

Fast-forward to 2006, when the racetrack underwent serious reconstruction worth £34 million. The improved features included a 5-tier Grandstand and new conference facilities with 3,000 m of space to hold events. The investment transformed the track into a modern racecourse, giving it a chance to compete with top-class tracks in the country.

The Course

Flat course

Doncaster regularly hosts flat, chase, and hurdle action, keeping the staff busy. It’s preferred for many races because it has the lowest record of cancellations. The ground is well-drained, so the track is almost always in good shape. However, occasionally, the conditions become testing and heavy, favouring speed instead of stamina.

The flat course is considered fair. It’s flat and has only one mild uphill gradient at the top bend. Aside from this, the long straight is flat and perfect for races 5 furlongs, 1 mile long. However, the course can host 1-mile races starting from the small stem protruding from the round course.

Jumps Course

Doncaster has a 2-mile jumping course. Horses negotiate a tight corner as they get closer to the finishing post and a long and gradual bend towards the run-in. While the course is galloping, the ground is better suited for faster horses.

Doncaster Main Racing Events

Doncaster Cup

This is a Group 2 flat race open to horses over three years old. It is run over 2 miles 1 furlong and happens every September. The first time it was held was in 1766. At the time, it was called the Doncaster Gold Cup.

St Leger Stakes

This is a Group 1 flat race open to 3-year-old thoroughbred fillies and colts. It is run over 1 mile and 6 furlongs and takes place in September. The first time it was run was in 1766. It is considered one of the five British classics. Compared to the other five classic races, it’s the longest and is run yearly.

Lincoln Handicap

This is a flat handicap race that’s open to horses above four years. It is run for a mile and is held between March and April.

Vertem Futurity Trophy

This is a Group 1 flat race open to 2-year-old thoroughbred fillies and colts. It is run over 1 mile and takes place every year in late October. The event was established in 1961 and was initially called the Timeform Gold Cup. It was Phil Bull’s brainchild and was backed by Timeform until 1964, after which The Observer took over.

Great Yorkshire Chase

This is a National Hunt handicap chase open to horses aged five years and above. It’s run over 3 miles and is scheduled to occur in January every year. The first time it was run was in 1948, with Sky Bet as its sponsor.

Grimthorpe Handicap Chase

This is a National Hunt handicap steeplechase that’s open to horses over five years old. It’s run over 3 miles and 2 furlongs and has 19 fences. The race takes place between February and March. Before 1980, Grimthorpe was run over 2 miles.

Tips on Where to Bet on Doncaster Races

You can place bets with betting shops around the racetrack or on online betting sites. However, we recommend using online betting sites for a couple of reasons.

Online Betting Sites That Cover Racing

While traditional betting shops have their pros, online betting sites are better. Some of the benefits you get include:

• Betting at any time and from any location
• Horse statistics
• Better odds
• Lots of promotions and bonuses. However, you should be keen on the wagering requirements

How to Get to the Doncaster Racecourse

Self-drive

The racecourse has free parking on non-race days and paid parking on race days. It is connected to the M1, M62, and M18, making finding your way to the course easier.

Bus

Shuttle buses run to the track from Doncaster Interchange rail station on race days.

Train

The Doncaster train station is 32 minutes’ walk from the course.

Air

Doncaster-Sheffield Robin Hood Airport is the closest airport to the racetrack and has many internal flights.

The Doncaster Racecourse is spacious and accommodating. It’s a great place to get a taste of the adrenaline racing offers. The atmosphere is great, and you’ll have no problems getting your tickets. Even better, there are loads of race meetings all year round for you to plan around.

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