The second of Catterick’s four consecutive Wednesday afternoon fixtures next week (July 9) is set to begin at 2-30 p.m.
The feature race is The 5th Regiment Royal Artillery Heimdall Handicap Stakes, a contest for stayers over two miles for the Turmeric Challenge Trophy. Turmeric was trained at Newmarket by the late David Morley and owned by his wife, Melanie. He won eight races at Catterick between 1987 and 1989 and was a real favourite with racegoers at the course.
Members of the 5th Regiment Royal Artillery – based at nearby Marne Barracks – make their annual visit to Catterick as they maintain links with their local racecourse, as they celebrate their 75th anniversary.
The St. Teresa’s Hospice Maiden Stakes over one mile and a half, draws attention to the fund-raising activities on the day of regular visitors to Catterick, St. Teresa’s Hospice in Darlington.
The Go Racing In Yorkshire Racing Summer Festival Handicap Stakes is contested by three-year-olds over seven furlongs and the race title draws attention to the Festival which takes place on the county’s racecourses between 19 & 27 July.
As usual, the giant screen will be in use and the raceday shuttle bus is in operation from Richmond Town Centre.