Wetherby Racing Tips

The historic Wetherby Racecourse lies in the heart of North Yorkshire, a mere 12 miles from the bustling city of Leeds. With the A1 motorway skirting its fringes, it’s often called the ‘A1 Racecourse’. The Wetherby Racecourse has been the epitome of horse racing tradition for years, originally specializing in jump races before diversifying in 2015 to include its inaugural flat race meeting.

These two distinct race types comprise 20 annual meetings, drawing a loyal and enthusiastic crowd to the intimate yet vibrant venue. We’ll delve into the rich history of the racecourse, explore the variety of races on offer, and share our Wetherby racing predictions to help maximise your profits or minimise your losses. So saddle up, and let’s embark on this exciting journey!

Wetherby Horse Racing Tips

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

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

Our previous Wetherby tips

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

Fri, 30 October 20266 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:20	Le Beau Madrikbet365 "Chasing Excellence" Beginners' Chase (GBB Race)	Harry SkeltonDan Skelton
13:50	Nate Of SpadesBest Odds Guaranteed At bet365 Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race)	Gavin SheehanCharlie Longsdon
14:25	Handlethekettlebet365 Handicap Hurdle	Gavin SheehanJamie Snowden
15:00	Minella RockettPaul Ferguson's Jumpers To Follow Wensleydale Juvenile Hurdle (Listed Race) (GBB Race)	Daniel KingJohn J Nallen
15:35	Kingston NarcissusBet Boost At bet365 Crossley Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race)	Harry SkeltonDan Skelton
16:10	NoonetellsmenothinRacing Value At bet365 Handicap Hurdle (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier)	Jonjo O'Neill JrJonjo & A J O'Neill

Wed, 14 October 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:25	In The TrenchesWetherby Racecourse Supporting Spinal Research Novices' Handicap Chase (Go North Qual') (GBB)	Sean QuinlanJennie Candlish
14:00	Royal SapphireVisit racingtv.com Juvenile Hurdle (GBB Race)	Ian PowerJennie Candlish
14:35	Rebel TribesmanOver The Rainbow Alison Stretton Birthday Handicap Hurdle	Jonathan BurkeJamie Snowden
15:10	Singapore TripMary Lofthouse Supporting Spinal Research Handicap Chase (GBB Race)	Alice StevensMicky Hammond & Becky Smith
15:45	Breizh RiverBobby Renton Handicap Chase (GBB Race)	Harry ReedTristan Davidson
16:20	You DidGinetta Clothing British Menswear Handicap Hurdle (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier)	Brian HughesBrian Ellison
16:52	Centurion's SisterWatch Race Replays On Racing TV Handicap Hurdle	Danny McMenaminNicky Richards

Mon, 15 June 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:30	Wise And WonderfulWilliam Hill Royal Ascot Epic Boosts EBF Maiden Fillies' Stakes (GBB Race)	Oisin MurphyAndrew Balding
14:00	MachadadorpWilliam Hill Epic Boost 8am Tomorrow Novice Stakes (GBB Race)	Oisin MurphyAndrew Balding
14:32	Thornaby AnnieHeineken 0.0 Handicap	Clifford LeeAdrian Nicholls
15:07	Roaring RalphAmstel Apprentice Handicap (Go Racing In Yorkshire Future Stars Apprentice Series)	Rhys ElliottMichael Dods
15:40	BayraatWilliam Hill Extra Places Every Day Handicap (Div I)	Clifford LeeTom Tate
16:15	Crafty SpiritWilliam Hill Extra Places Every Day Handicap (Div II)	Barry McHughJohn Wainwright
16:50	BradburyWilliam Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Handicap	Kevin StottEdward Bethell

Thu, 4 June 20268 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:12	Ziggy StarshineVauxhall Knaresborough Britsh EBF Fillies' Restricted Novice Stakes (B/C/D) (Qual') (GBB) (Div I)	Jack DoughtyDr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole
14:42	Lairy MaryVauxhall Knaresborough Britsh EBF Fillies' Restricted Novice Stakes (B/C/D) (Qual') (GBB) (Div II)	Duran FentimanTim Easterby
15:12	Reigning QueenAmstel Fillies' Novice Stakes (GBB Race)	Oisin MurphyAndrew Balding
15:42	NanoscienceHeineken 0.0 Fillies' Handicap	Oisin MurphyAndrew Balding
16:12	Ciao CapoMalvern Castle And Compass Hospitality Handicap	Oisin OrrRichard & Peter Fahey
16:42	InspiredBook Your Autumn Hospitality Packages Now Handicap	Clifford LeeK R Burke
17:15	He's An AngelLive Streams On Racing TV Extra Handicap	William PyleKevin & Lauren Frost
17:50	Ellie's de VegaBook Tickets Online At wetherbyracing.co.uk Handicap	Jamie GormleyNoel Wilson

Sun, 26 April 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:55	City Of DreamsRoyal Pigeon Association Handicap	Harry VigorsEdward Bethell
14:30	PrinclingBet With The On-Course Bookmakers Novice Stakes (GBB Race)	Tom MarquandWilliam Haggas
15:00	Sea The StormVertu Mazda York Fillies' Novice Stakes (GBB/GBBPlus Race)	Tom MarquandWilliam Haggas
15:35	Hasbro MarketBook Tickets Online At wetherbyracing.co.uk Handicap	Daniel TudhopeDavid O'Meara
16:05	Secret HistoryConstant Security Services Fillies' Handicap	Kieran ShoemarkEd Walker
16:35	Sea SuiteLives Streams On Racing TV Extra Handicap	Cieren FallonJames Owen
17:05	True PromiseIts Ladies' Day On 4th June Handicap	Daniel TudhopeFionn McSharry

Fri, 27 March 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:20	Our Guide#wearahatday Supporting Brain Tumour Awareness Month Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race)	Joe AndersonJamie Snowden
14:50	YoudecideWatch The Grand National On Racing TV Handicap Chase (GBB Race)	Ben JonesBen Pauling
15:20	DaylatedollarshortAlbert Bartlett Triple Crown Series Handicap Hurdle Qualifier)	Sean BowenOlly Murphy
15:50	ParramountBulloughs Cleaning Services Handicap Chase (GBB Race)	Sean BowenCharlie Longsdon
16:20	EscapologistWatch Racing TV In Stunning HD Handicap Hurdle	Jonathan BurkeJames Owen
16:50	Ck O'MaraMalton Marquees Handicap Hurdle	Danny McMenaminR Mike Smith
17:22	Noble WayThank You All Wetherby Groundstaff #groundsweek Open National Hunt Flat Race (GBB Race)	Charlie MaggsDavid O'Meara

Tue, 17 March 20266 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
14:02	Sallyville LadyEntertain In Style At Wetherby Racecourse Mares' 'National Hunt' Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race)	Tristan DurrellDan Skelton
14:37	William Codyracingtv.com Handicap Chase (GBB Race)	Jack AndrewsPam Sly
15:12	Cawthorne BankerBest Ticket Prices Online At wetherbyracing.co.uk Handicap Hurdle	Jonjo O'Neill JrJonjo & A J O'Neill
15:47	KalhandrionWatch Racing TV In Stunning HD Novices' Handicap Chase (GBB Race)	Charlie MaggsRichard Hobson
16:22	Hawthorn Streetracingtv.com Handicap Hurdle	Jonjo O'Neill JrJonjo & A J O'Neill
16:55	Minella PremierJumps Finale - Friday 27th March National Hunt Flat Race (Conditional/Amateurs') (Cat 1 Elim') (GBB)	Charlie MaggsRichard Hobson

Thu, 26 February 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
13:50	The Procrastinatorwetherbyracing.co.uk EBF Fillies' Junior "National Hunt" Hurdle (GBB Race)	Luke ScottDr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole
14:25	I Wish Youracingtv.com Novices' Handicap Chase (Go North Forgive 'N Forget Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)	Patrick WadgeLucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore
15:00	Master Dunraven100% RacingTV Profits Returned To Racing Novices' Limited Handicap Hurdle	Conor O'FarrellNeil Mulholland
15:35	Largy ForceEntertain In Style At Wetherby Racecourse Handicap Chase (Go North Monet's Garden Qualifier) (GBB)	Sean BowenOlly Murphy
16:10	Blue CarpetJoin Racing TV Now Handicap Hurdle (Qualifier For The Challenger Stayers Hurdle Series Final)	Tristan DurrellDan Skelton
16:45	La MarquiseRacing TV For The Cheltenham Festival Mares' Handicap Hurdle	Gavin SheehanJamie Snowden
17:15	Bo CruzBet Now At racingtv.com Handicap Chase	Theo GillardDonald McCain

Thu, 22 January 20267 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
12:20	My Kinda GhaiyWilliam Hill Racing Price Boosts Juvenile Hurdle (Go North Night Nurse Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)	Sean BowenOlly Murphy
12:50	StarmountBowel Cancer Screening Programme Saves Lives EBF "National Hunt" Novices' Hurdle (Qualifier) (GBB)	Ben JonesBen Pauling
13:20	PleasingtonWilliam Hill Each Way Extra Handicap Chase (GBB Race)	Sean BowenOlly Murphy
13:55	Forest BlazeWilliam Hill Racing Bet Builder Handicap Hurdle (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier)	Jamie HamiltonMark Walford
14:30	She Is For Me BoysWilliam Hill Racing Daily Winnings Boost Mares' Handicap Chase (Challenger Mares' Chase Qual) (GBB)	Gavin SheehanJamie Snowden
15:05	La HigueraWilliam Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Handicap Hurdle (Go North Brindisi Breeze Qualifier) (Div I)	Kevin BroganToby Lawes
15:40	Cuillin RidgeWilliam Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Handicap Hurdle (Go North Brindisi Breeze Qualifier) (Div II)	David BassHenry Daly

Sat, 27 December 20256 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
12:25	Little WrenWilliam Hill Daily Bet Boosts Conditional Jockeys' Handicap Hurdle	Harry AtkinsDan Skelton
13:00	Two BrothersWilliam Hill Keep Your Raceday Positive Novices' Hurdle (GBB Race)	Patrick WadgeMichael & David Easterby
13:35	As Legends Have ItWilliam Hill Racing Bet Builder Novices' Limited Handicap Chase (GBB Race)	Beau MorganBen Pauling
14:15	Indian RiverWilliam Hill Each Way Extra Daily Juvenile Hurdle (Go North Night Nurse Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)	Brian HughesAdrian Paul Keatley
14:45	Doyen Du BarWilliam Hill Castleford Handicap Chase (GBB Race)	Callum BewleyNicky Richards
15:20	A Likeable RogueWilliam Hill Extra Places With B.O.G Open National Hunt Flat Race (Cat 1 Elimination) (GBB Race)	Brian HughesJohn Dawson

Fri, 26 December 20257 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
11:52	HalftheworldawayWatch William Hill Inside Track Mares' Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race)	Craig NicholOliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero
12:27	Athair MorWilliam Hill Racing Bet Builder Novices' Handicap Chase (Go North Forgive 'N Forget Qualifier)	Ryan ManiaPaul Robson
13:00	Big Boy BarneyWilliam Hill Each Way Extra Novices' Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)	Jack HoganFergal O'Brien
13:35	Marble SandsWilliam Hill Rowland Meyrick Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race)	Nick SlatterDavid Killahena & Graeme McPherson
14:10	Glen RoadWilliam Hill Epic Boosts Daily Handicap Hurdle	Peter KavanaghJoel Parkinson & Sue Smith
14:45	CerendipityWilliam Hill Keep Your Raceday Positive Handicap Chase (GBB Race)	Peter KavanaghJoel Parkinson & Sue Smith
15:20	Toby Two ScoopsWilliam Hill Daily Bet Boosts Handicap Hurdle	Alice StevensMicky Hammond

Sat, 6 December 20256 selections

Time	Selection	Jockey / trainer
11:10	Ade Boyracingtv.com Novices' Hurdle (GBB Race)	David BassCharlie Longsdon
11:40	CatchimWetherby Racecourse - Your Ideal Conference Venue Handicap Chase	David BassCharles & Adam Pogson
12:17	GeryvilleJoin Racing TV This Christmas Handicap Chase (GBB Race)	Callum BewleyMicky Hammond
12:50	Double ObanWilliam Hill Christmas Meeting Up Next Handicap Hurdle (Go North Sea Pigeon Series Qualifier)	Lewis StonesOlly Murphy
13:25	Fern HillBook William Hill Christmas Meeting Online Handicap Chase (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) (GBB)	Mr Charlie CaseBen Case
13:57	Striking MidnightWatch Racing TV In Stunning HD 'Junior' National Hunt Flat Race (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB Race)	Jack PowerJoel Parkinson & Sue Smith

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Wetherby racecourse history

Racing at this racecourse wasn’t where it is today. In the beginning, horse races were held in Linton, a small village on the southeast outskirts. The regular meetings would have continued if Linton ground owners hadn’t demanded insane rent for their land.

The local sportsmen formed a committee to solve the rent problem and find a permanent solution for the horse races. Unfortunately, they couldn’t raise enough funds to purchase the Linton land. They searched for a new home and eventually landed on their current one. The first horse race at the new venue was held in March 1891, slightly under a year after the last one held at Linton.

In 1906, a grandstand was opened, and between 1915 and 1919, a temporary hospital was set up to help with war casualties. However, the Braham grandstand wasn’t temporary, and it still stands. After the war, Wetherby Race Company was formed; they bought the course’s lease and chose Rowland Meyrick as the clerk.

Prince Henry and Princess Mary scheduled visits in 1923 as the course grew popular. After the railway line was completed the following year, horse race attendance shot through the roof. Spectators came in large numbers using the train from October 21 that year.

Following a fire in 1958, new buildings were constructed and opened two years after the Club stand was finished in 1967. In 2000, another investment of a Millennium stand worth £4m was made, and in 2016, a redevelopment project worth £3.2m was done. The redevelopment project was intended to convert the racecourse into one of the premium courses in Yorkshire.

The course

Hurdle course

The Wetherby track is left-handed and made faster by the A1 redevelopments. The hurdle track is the same as the flat track but with six hurdles. However, these obstacles aren’t much of a challenge, so horses are fairly tested. Though the track isn’t biased towards specific horses, long-striding horses have a small edge.

Chase course

Unlike the flat and hurdle track, the chase course is on the inner track. Though the turns aren’t too tight, the fences are more challenging than the hurdles.

Main racing events

Charlie Hall Chase

This Grade 2 National Hunt steeplechase in England is only open to horses five years and above. It is run over 4,369 meters, and horses jump over 18 fences. The race takes place every year in late October or early November.

The race, which was first held in 1969 and went by the name Wetherby Pattern Chase, replaced the Emblem Handicap Chase.

West Yorkshire Hurdle

This Grade 2 National Hunt hurdle race is only open to horses over four years old. It is a Great Britain race held at Wetherby over 4,852 meters. During the race, horses jump over 12 hurdles. The meeting takes place in late October or early November.

The first race was in 1990. Initially, it was run over 4,852 meters. In 1992, the distance was extended to 5,029, but in 2015, it was reduced back to the original distance.

Wetherby Mares’ Hurdle

This National Hunt race is only run by mares over four years old. It’s run over 3,219 meters. During the race, horses have to jump over nine hurdles. Like the other three races, Wetherby Mares’ hurdle occurs in late October or early November. The first race was in 2007.

Rowland Meyrick Handicap Chase

This is a National Hunt Steeplechase race ranked as Grade 3. It’s open to horses above four years. The horses compete for over 4,869 meters and jump over 19 fences. It’s a handicap race that takes place annually on Boxing Day.

Castleford Chase

This is yet another National Hunt handicap steeplechase race, open only to horses over four years old. It is run over 3,050 meters every December. Horses have to jump over 13 fences.

Towton Novices’ Chase

This Grade 2 National Hunt steeplechase is open to horses over five years old. It is run over 4,869 meters, and horses have to jump over 19 fences. It is a perfect race for beginner chasers and takes place in February.

Where to bet on races

You have two options for horse betting: traditional betting shops and online betting sites. Though they each have their place in horse race betting, online betting seems to be the better of the two with gradual tech developments.

Online betting sites

Below are some benefits of online horse betting sites

Extensive horse race coverage

Horse racing happens all around the world. While you might only attend one horse race at a time, online betting sites offer many horse races you can bet on from different places worldwide. This way, you get to enjoy the sport better as you increase your bankroll.

Competitive odds

Because of fewer overheads, online betting sites can make do with smaller margins, translating to making more money.

Ease of use

Betting sites are easy to use. Whether you are a veteran or a novice, you shouldn’t have trouble navigating most sites and finding what you need. Moreover, you can access them from anywhere, provided you have internet access.

How to get to Wetherby Racecourse

Car

If you drive to the Wetherby racecourse, you can punch the postcode into the navigation. It’s an easier venue to locate because it’s central between Harrogate, York, and Leeds. Of the three, Leeds is the closest main city. Exit the A1 at Junction 46; moments later, you’ll see the racecourse along B1224.

Train

If you opt for public transport, head to Harrogate, York, and Leeds station to board a train to the course.

Bus

You can take a bus to the racecourse from the main towns around.

Air

If you are flying in, Bradford and Leeds Airports aren’t far, and you can take a taxi to the racecourse.

Wetherby Racecourse is a small but great track with a calendar packed with flat and jump races. It strikes a balance between racing programs and a relaxing atmosphere.

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