The first of Pontefract’s trio of evening meetings this summer – ‘80’s Night’ – takes place this Friday evening (May 23). Racing gets underway at 6-30 p.m. with The Heart Breakfast Handicap Stakes over one mile, and the evening concludes with the Glitterball Disco when the action on the track finishes, which includes 80’s drinks at 80’s prices! There’s also an 80’s fancy dress competition with spot prizes to be won. 

For those booking in advance, 1989 admission prices apply, while normal prices apply for those turning up on the night. 

The evening’s racing programme features The Youngsters Conditions Stakes over six furlongs, supported by The European Breeders’ Fund and which offers increased prize money of £18,000. This race is sure to attract some precocious juveniles, which could go on to compete at Royal Ascot. 

Constant Security Services, the company which performs the security duties on racedays at Pontefract, put their name to a couple of competitive handicap races over one mile and a half and six furlongs respectively, while fillies and mares take part in The Alamo Business Systems Handicap Stakes over one mile and a quarter. 

The giant screen situated opposite the main stands will assist racegoers in following all of the action.