Catterick stage a seven-race programme over Jumps next Wednesday (January 22) set to begin at 1-10 p.m. with The BHEST Racing To School Novices’ Hurdle. The race title refers to the ‘Racing To School’ initiative by The British Horseracing Education & Standards Trust – a registered charity which brings youngsters racing as part of the National Curriculum with local schools.
The feature races are The Scorton Handicap Chase over two miles, offering prize money of £12,000 and The racinguk.com Handicap Hurdle, a £10,000 contest over two miles and three furlongs.
The giant screen, situated opposite the main stands, will enable racegoers to enjoy even more of the action. There is a shuttle bus service from Richmond town centre departing at 11-30 a.m. and returning after the last race.