BHA confirms changes to Kelso’s fixture on Sunday 25 May

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today confirmed that the three Steeple Chases scheduled to take place at Kelso’s fixture on Sunday 25 May have been abandoned and will be replaced with … More 16 May 2025

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Trial of deletion of small-field races put on hold

The BHA has today taken the decision to put on hold the trial initiative of the short-notice deletion of small-field races. The period of very dry weather in recent weeks has contributed to reduced … More 14 May 2025

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BHA confirms changes to Kelso’s fixture on Wednesday 7 May

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today confirmed that the three Steeple Chases scheduled to take place at Kelso’s fixture on Wednesday 7 May have been abandoned and will be replaced … More 1 May 2025

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BHA confirms changes to Doncaster fixtures on Friday 25 April and Saturday 26 April

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that due to the round course at Doncaster being deemed unraceable, as agreed by the BHA Inspectorate, the race programmes at their fixtures on Friday … More 17 Apr 2025

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BHA confirms all-Hurdle card at Taunton on Wednesday 23 April

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has today confirmed that the two Steeple Chases scheduled to take place at Taunton’s fixture on Wednesday 23 April have been abandoned and will be replaced … More 16 Apr 2025

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BHA confirms transfer of Exeter fixture on Friday 11 April

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that Exeter’s fixture on Friday 11 April has been moved to Huntingdon, with the exception of the Globe Inn Chudleigh D&C Intermediate Series … More 3 Apr 2025

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Changes to the Rules of Racing – March 2025

The following changes to the Rules of Racing have been approved by the BHA Board and come into effect on the dates specified below. The Rules have been amended following consultation and engagement … More 24 Mar 2025

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High Value Developmental Races provide £3.3m prize money boost for British racing and breeding

Over £3.3m in prize money will be available across 88 High Value Developmental Races for the 2025 Flat season in a further boost for the British racing and breeding industry. The programme of races, … More 5 Mar 2025

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BHA confirms transfer of Sedgefield fixture on Wednesday 19 February to Doncaster

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that Sedgefield’s fixture on Wednesday 19 February has been transferred to Doncaster. This decision has been made following concerns about wear … More 12 Feb 2025

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BHA confirms provisional all-Chase card for Sandown Park on Saturday, pending Thursday inspection

Three Chases added to create a six-race card if Hurdles are abandoned Inspection to be held by 8am on Thursday Entries for additional races close at noon on Tuesday The British Horseracing Authority … More 27 Jan 2025

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BHA confirms upcoming changes to the Jump race programme

Grade 2 Hampton Novices’ Chase rescheduled to Windsor on Sunday 19 January Ayr to host additional fixture on Monday 20 January Additional divisions permitted to allow maximum of eight races at upcoming … More 14 Jan 2025

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BHA confirms additional Jump fixture at Hereford on Wednesday 15 January

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can confirm that an additional Jump fixture will take place at Hereford Racecourse on Wednesday 15 January. The fixture will comprise six races, with the ability … More 10 Jan 2025

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