Horse Racing

Racing Industry Contributes £230 Million To Yorkshire Economy

It has been found that the horse racing industry alone contributes close to £230 million each year into the Yorkshire and Humberside economy.

This figure has been reached by a study at the Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research at Shefield Hallam University.

Andrew Denton, who works for the county’s tourist board Welcome to Yorkshire, says the study showed how valuable the racing industry is for the local economy.

2011 Sussex Stakes, Frankel v Canford Cliffs

There has been a huge vibe about the Goodwood carnival in 2011 with horse racing in the UK taking centre stage after a highly successful Royal Ascot Carnival.

Saturday at Sandown

This Saturday, the best horse racing action will be at Sandown Racecourse, with several big races to be run there from 2:00PM. Read on as we take a look at the favourites for those major races.

Horse Racing Today 30 June 2011

Horse racing today on Thursday 30 June will see race meets at Leopardstown, Newbury, Yarmouth, Epsom Downs, Haydock, and Perth. Read on as we look at today’s biggest races.

Horse Racing Today 29 June 2011

Horse racing today on Wednesday 29 July will see meets at Catterick, Kempton, Chepstow, Perth, Worcester, and Fairyhouse. Read on as we look at the biggest races today.

Bet365 Lancashire Oaks Preview

The Group 2 Bet365 Lancashire Oaks will run at Haydock Park on Saturday, the feature race in a day fully sponsored by Bet365. Read on as we take a look at antepost odds for the favourites.