The feature race, The Jonathan Trowell Memorial Stakes (a handicap race over seven furlongs) commemorates a renowned artist who passed away last year. Paintings by Jonathan Trowell can be found in public and private collections worldwide and he produced several paintings and images of Thirsk racecourse, capturing the vitality, colour and drama of racing. 

The Yorkshire Outdoors Adventure Experiences Handicap Stakes is a contest for stayers over two miles, while the evening’s other races are named to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Racing UK, the dedicated television channel which features racing from Thirsk. 

Musical entertainment on Monday evening is provided by Irish Folk Band, ‘Roisin’