Retraining of Racehorses

Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is British horseracing’s official charity for the welfare of horses which have retired from racing. The charity aims to raise funds to help support the retraining and rehoming of former racehorses and to raise the profile of retired racehorses to promote their versatility for other equestrian disciplines.

Racing to School

Racing to School (Registered Charity No. 1040590) is an independent education charity that delivers free, curriculum-led outdoor learning activities for young people at racecourses, studs, and trainers’ yards across Britain. For 24 years, the charity has worked with primary and secondary schools, as well as colleges and Pony Clubs nationwide, with a mission to inspire young minds through unique experiences in horseracing.

In 2024, thanks to the support of its valued partners and donors, Racing to School achieved a record-breaking year—engaging over 17,000 beneficiaries through 456 events. Almost a third of these activities were targeted at young people in inner-city, rural, and disadvantaged areas.

2025 is a landmark year for Racing to School – not only are they celebrating their 250,000th participant since the charity began, but it also marks the 10th anniversaries of their flagship Beacon Projects in Newmarket and Aintree.

For most participants, Racing to School provides a first experience of horseracing. The charity works to enhance the practical application of school subjects and to provide an insight into the varied training and career opportunities offered by the sport. The activities are all designed to be accessible and inclusive.

Racing to School also leads Racing Together, the umbrella organisation for British racing’s community engagement activity. It represents and champions a wide range of programmes and initiatives from a growing partnership of charities and other organisations who work across the sport to help community groups.

Racing Together hosts thought-provoking webinars, industry events, pilots and develops community programmes.  Racing Together Community Week takes place each May and is the sport’s national volunteering initiative. In 2025, a record-breaking 90+ organisations took part.

Guided by a dedicated subcommittee made up of passionate and experienced industry professionals, Racing Together continues to champion racing’s role in supporting and connecting with communities nationwide.