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TUESDAY 03 MARCH (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
ALAN DEMPSEY (Chief Steward) PETER FORSTER (Stewards Panel Chair)
LYNDSAY GLYNN, ROBERT McCARTHY, SARAH RUSSELL
STARTERS
STUART TURNER
JASON CALLAGHAN
JUDGE
DI CLARK
CLERK OF THE SCALES
MICHAEL HAMILTON
VETERINARY OFFICER
TIM DAVIES
VETERINARY SURGEONS
SALLY BOOTH
ED CHINN
EUAN HAMMERSLEY
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Dr JIM CONNOLLY
Dr SAM FOSTER
NURSE
ROBERT TAYLOR
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
ALEC DENT
CYRIL JOHNSTONE
MICHELLE MAUGHAN
COMMENTATOR
MALCOLM TOMLINSON
BETTING RING MANAGER
MALCOLM HART
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
PAUL ELLIOTT
RACEDAY CLERK OF THE COURSE
JOE GIBSON
GROUNDS MANAGER
MARK RYAN
LEAD SAFEGUARDING OFFICIAL
PAUL ELLIOTT
DUTY SAFEGUARDING OFFICIALS
MICHAEL SMITH
PAUL ELLIOTT
formguide
previous performances
horse’s saddlecloth number horse’s name& birthplace
/ = new season
- = new year
Bold type shows Point-to-Point form
C = course winner
no.ofdays sincelast ran colour graphic weight st-lb
D = distance winner
CD = course & distance winner
BF = beaten favourite age
3 LAKE VIEW LAD (IRE) (23*) 132123- CD
Gr g Oscar (IRE) - Missy O’Brien (IRE)
Mr Trevor Hemmings
8 10-13
Henry Brooke
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Peter Magnier Trust Inns Limited Br
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful sort who has won twice on heavy ground last season. Reliable sort who should give another good account. TFRHHHHH BHA139
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br
Star Ratings Explained
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
HHHHH Selected to win the race
HHHHI Good chance of being placed.
HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance.
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions.
A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.
You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
FIRST RACE 2.05
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BORDER
MINSTREL
SUNDAY LUNCH NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund
£6150
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (23 wins from 135 runners, 17%) runs MISS FRIDAY LIONS & SNAPAUDACIAHEROS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell & M Scudamore (5 wins from 34 runners, 15%) runs GREEN BONNET LONGEST TRAVELLER: TAKE A HIKE trained by D J Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green, 244 miles.
GREEN BONNET ran well off this mark at Kelso in September and remains with few miles on the clock She can open her account. Miss Friday Lions and Leader Wing should also go well
colours no horse age st lb
1 BIG STORM BREWING (GB) (60) 6065-20 BF 7 11-12
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Bannow Storm (IRE)
Border Caravans Ltd
Br Kennie Little
Robert Dunne
Tristan Davidson, Carlisle
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned from 8 months off with an improved second in 19.5f Doncaster handicap in December but he failed miserably to back that up at Ayr the following month. Bounce back needed TFRHHHII BHA95
2 GREEN BONNET (GB) (167) 2-2403
B m Dartmouth - Bonnet’s Pieces
7 11-7
Conner McCann (7) Middleham Park Racing XL Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Br Shade Oak Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in Kelso novice (16.2f) on Rules debut last spring and while she offered little on handicap bow at Perth in August, her subsequent third back at Kelso (18.1f) the following month was much more like it. Shortlist material TFRHHHHH BHA90
3
MOONLIGHT
TRAIL
(GB) (35) 6-P6P
B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Genstone Trail
Rosie Robson-Tinsley, Phil & Ba Harwood
7 11-7
Lilly Pinchin
Paul Robson, Alnwick
Br Mrs S. C. Welch Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort when sixth in novice at Wetherby (19.7f) over Christmas. Disappointed over C&D since, however, and doesn’t look especially well treated on handicap debut TFRHHIII BHA90
4 MISS FRIDAY LIONS (GB) (67) 53-P035
Ch m Postponed (IRE) - Fen Ali
The Friday Lions & RMRP
Br Dan Tunmore
5 11-6
Nathan Moscrop
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
TIMEFORMVIEWUpped in trip and posted her best effort yet in this sphere when fifth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f, good to soft, 16/1) 67 days ago. Dropped 2lb since and is one of likelier contenders. TFRHHHHI BHA89
5 LADY PHOEBE (IRE) (12) P-0600
5 11-5
Gr m Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Best Be Careful (IRE) Ryan Mania
Ian Nicol Racing Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Br John Costello & Irish National Stud Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest winner on Flat who has yet to make an impact over hurdles including sent handicapping the last twice Hard to fancy. TFRHIIII BHA88
6 MIDNIGHT BELLA (GB) (14) 50060
B m Westerner - My Dixie
5 11-5
Peter Kavanagh
G R Orchard and C Clarke Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Trull House Stud Ltd Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in bumpers but made little impact in a trio of hurdle outings thus far. Can start in handicaps from a lowly mark at least TFRHHIII BHA88
7 LEADER WING (IRE) (71) 3-44625 BF
6 11-3
B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Reconsider Baby (IRE) Jamie Hamilton
Mr John Coates Mr Richard Smith Gillian Boanas, Saltburn
Br J. Mangan Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Still looking for first win over timber but has dropped to a handy mark and posted respectable fifth of 13 in handicap hurdle (7/2) at Musselburgh (23.8f, good to soft) when last seen in December. Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA86
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
CARRHILL (IRE) (28) 045006
Gr g Getaway (GER) - Simonia (IRE)
D&D Armstrong Ltd
6 11-2
Danny McMenamin
Chris Grant, Billingham
Br Mrs Virginia McGrath North Sea Logistics
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who hasn’t seriously threatened under Rules, including over fences the last twice. Likely best watched returned to smaller obstacles now. TFRHIIII BHA85
9 TAKE A HIKE (IRE)
(42) 6-4014P
B m Mahler - Sommer Ode (IRE)
Barber, Hunter, Jeffreys & Landale
8 11-0
Beau Morgan (5)
D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Vincent Finn Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPromise when placed twice last season and came good back from a break at Kelso (20.9f) in November Disappointed in testing conditions at Leicester latest but better expected here. TFRHHHII BHA83
10 AZOF DES MOTTES (FR)
B g Sinndar (IRE) - Wavy (FR)
(60) 5-P41PP
Montgomerie, mandle. Annett and Davidson
9 11-0
Jonathon Bewley
George Bewley, Colby
Br E.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Mottes Lloyd Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Capitalised on a much-reduced mark when bagging 3m Ayr handicap chase in November However, commensurate with his patchy record he has failed to fire in 2 subsequent starts and makes limited appeal back hurdling here TFRHIIII BHA83
11 TIGGERELLI (GB) (64) 066-660
B m Schiaparelli (GER) - Red Con One (IRE)
6 10-10
Callum Bewley
L & L Racing Paul Robson, Alnwick
Br Flint Hall Bloodstock PRCT Bloodstocks Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW No impact in a trio of bumpers for Sandy Thomson last term and hasn’t fared any better in 3 starts over hurdles for new yard this season Tongue strap back on Remains to be seen if switch to handicapping brings about improvement TFRHHIII BHA79
12 SNAPAUDACIAHEROS (IRE) (13) 05-0450
B m Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Pedisnap (IRE)
6 10-10
Charlie Maggs (3) Weight, Howe & Oliver
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br J.P. Farrell Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame all 3 starts in bumpers but has yet to better modest form over hurdles, finishing well held in 4 handicaps this season Improvement required. TFRHHIII BHA79
2025: LUMINARIES (IRE) 8 10 5 Sean Quinlan 20-1 (Ewan Whillans) 12 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9, 11, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Green Bonnet (GB), 9-2 Leader Wing (IRE), 13-2 Take A Hike (IRE), 7-1 Big Storm Brewing (GB), 10-1 Miss Friday Lions (GB), 14-1 Midnight Bella (GB), 18-1 Snapaudaciaheros (IRE), 22-1 Tiggerelli (GB), 25-1 Moonlight Trail (GB), Carrhill (IRE), Azof des Mottes (FR), 33-1 Lady Phoebe (IRE)
A WARM WELCOME TO OUR OWNERS & TRAINERS
Owners and Trainers Benefits
• Complimentary tea and coffee – available in the Owners and Trainers bar.
• Complimentary food voucher – redeemable within the Charles Brandling Room situated on the 1st floor of Brandling House
If you need assistance today please speak to our Owners & Trainers liaison, based in the Charles Brandling Room. For more information please visit www.newcastle-racecourse.co.uk www.arenaracingcompany.co.uk
SECOND RACE 2.35
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 19YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MINI GOLF AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (GO NORTH FORGIVE ‘N FORGET SERIES QUALIFIER)
Total prize fund £6150
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S J Smith (17 wins from 108 runners, 16%) runs HAWKSEYE VIEW TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S J Smith (3 wins from 18 runners, 17%) runs HAWKSEYE VIEW
LONGEST TRAVELLER: WANNABE trained by T Lacey, Woolhope, 277 miles.
HUIT REFLETS has held his form really well this season and is fancied to bag a third victory on the back of a very good Sedgefield runner-up last time out The consistent Singapore Trip appeals as the one to chase him home ahead of in-form maiden HawkseyeView and lightly racedWannabe.
1 SINGAPORE TRIP (FR) (14) 133403 D
B g Goken (FR) - Singapore Treat (FR)
8 12-0
Brian Hughes
Mr Andrew Phillips Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br S.A.S. Haras de la Huderie Micky Hammond Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over hurdles at Wetherby in October and largely consistent since, including on his first run over fences on these shores when a solid third of 6 in 2m3f Market Rasen handicap two weeks ago. Not taken lightly off a 3lb lower mark. TFRHHHHI BHA99
2 GILBERTINA (GB) (14) 2054P4
B m Universal (IRE) - Saaboog
9 11-13
Tom Midgley (3)
Mrs Marina Kent Nick Kent, Brigg
Br Newstead Priory Stud Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.
TIMEFORMVIEWIt’s now 13 runs since his last win in 2024 and he has yet to hit top form in four runs over fences this term, fourth of 6 in handicap chase at Market Rasen (19.2f) 14 days ago. Others appeal more despite a slipping mark. TFRHHIII BHA98
3 WANNABE (IRE) (67) 6-560
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Pipe Lady (IRE)
Mrs R. M. Serrell
6 11-11
Stan Sheppard
Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br M. & E. Dixon Galebreaker
TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced over hurdles. Sent off 7/2 up in trip for his chasing bow but he beat only one in 3m handicap at Market Rasen on Boxing Day. Could still do better in this sphere after a break. TFRHHHII BHA96
4 GONNINO (IRE) (71) 4-24P26
Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Scotch Beg (IRE)
7 11-9
Bruce Lynn Geoff and Elspeth Adam Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
Br Mrs Rhona McCooey
TIMEFORMVIEWA fair maiden hurdler but he came in a below-par sixth of 11 in 2m handicap at Musselburgh in December Needs to step forward now going over fences after a break. TFRHHIII BHA94
5 HUIT REFLETS (FR) (27) 321322
B g Coastal Path - Ultra Violette (FR)
URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner
9 11-6
Jamie Hamilton
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Br Vsse Yves D’Armaille Adra Projects Ltd, PT Storage Systems Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Is enjoying an excellent season, getting off the mark over fences at Sedgefield (2m) on Boxing Day and posting a very good second of 8 back there (2m3f) last time Up 2lb but another bold showing is on the cards. TFRHHHHH BHA91
6 HAWKSEYE VIEW (GB) (15) 35-3254 D
B g Telescope (IRE) - Noir Girl
7 11-4
Danny McMenamin
Mrs A. Ellis Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Auroras Encore 2 Ltd Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 19 runs but largely in good nick this term, fourth of 8 in 2m4f handicap chase at Carlisle 15 days ago. Not out of things eased 1lb. TFRHHHII BHA89
7 LORD DE VINCI (FR) (28) 050-440
8 11-3
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Lady Chloe (FR) Callum Bewley
Mrs Janet Lowther Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie
Br E.A.R.L. Equi-Michel 6 & T. Leboucher Lip Construction Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden hurdler who came in a well-held fourth on his chasing bow at Musselburgh (2m4f) in January before failing to stay 3m when eighth at Carlisle since Dropped 5lb and reverts in trip now but still needs to take a step forward. TFRHHIII BHA88
1-2-3:
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8 PARAMARIBO (IRE) (27) 213-P5U D
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Homepage
8 10-10
Miss Pippa Brown (7)
Mr V. Thompson Victor Thompson, Alnwick
Br Richard Milner (Shropshire) Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWA modest 2m4f hurdles winner. Pulled up on his chasing debut at Sedgefield in November and looked to be on the retreat when unseating his rider 4 out there in similar event 27 days ago. Not easy to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA81
2025: FLASH DU PISTOLET (IRE) 7 11 12 Sam Coltherd 9-2 (Stuart Coltherd) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 8.
Stewards Note:
WANNABE: Following its run on 26/12/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Huit Reflets (FR), 3-1 Hawkseye View (GB), 13-2 Singapore Trip (FR), 9-1 Wannabe (IRE), 10-1 Gonnino (IRE), 11-1 Gilbertina (GB), 12-1 Lord de Vinci (FR), 66-1 Paramaribo (IRE)
UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING
It is a condition of entry to this Racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business
Betting with Bookmakers other than those operating from an authorised pitch is strictly prohibited Offenders will be escorted from the Racecourse and render themselves liable to prosecution.
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THIRD RACE 3.05
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE VIRGIN BET SUPPORTS SAFE GAMBLING NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH NIGHT NURSE HURDLE SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (23 wins from 135 runners, 17%) runs MILLFORD HILL & TALK TO THE BOSS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell & M Scudamore (5 wins from 34 runners, 15%) runs HUMBLE JUMBLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: MINELLA SUPREME trained by J Mcconnell, Ireland.
This may revolve around the 3 previous hurdle winners in the line-up SILVER HILL ran a cracker when narrowly denied a second hurdle success at Catterick on New Year’s Day and gets the vote, although John McConnell Irish raider Minella Supreme, who escapes a penalty for his win in a conditional jockeys’event, would be a big danger if bouncing back to his best after a short break Ayr scorer Sanilam has a bit to find on form but may benefit from today’s longer trip
1 SANILAM (IRE) (33) 15-6314
6 11-12
B g Malinas (GER) - Terre Haute (IRE) Brian Hughes
Mr J Fyffe and Mrs W Duffus
Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw
Br Denis Duggan JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Border Embroidery
TIMEFORMVIEWBumper winner (only start for Claire O’Connell) and struck at the third time of asking over hurdles in 2m Ayr maiden in January. Only a respectable fourth in a novice back at Ayr (2m again) 4 weeks later but today’s longer trip may unlock some improvement TFRHHHII BHA114
2 SILVER HILL (IRE) (61) 14-512
B g Shirocco (GER) - Coole Aris (IRE)
Lord Yarborough & Lord Zetland
6 11-12
Gavin Sheehan
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br David Fenton Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper winner who landed a 19f Catterick maiden on his second start over hurdles and stepped up on that form when narrowly denied in a 19f novice there on New Year’s Day. Leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA117
3
FINBARR
(GB) (47) 4
6 11-5
B g Yeats (IRE) - Oleohneh (IRE) Ryan Mania
Miss N. R. Jefferson Ruth Jefferson, Malton
Br N. Ruth Jefferson
TIMEFORMVIEW Fourth of 15 in bumper here (6/1) on debut in January. Now sent hurdling and entitled to improve for that experience TFRHHHII BHA-
4 HUMBLE JUMBLE (IRE) (79) 10-030
B g Jet Away - Taylors Storm (IRE)
6 11-5
Patrick Wadge
The Humble Syndicate Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Br Pauric O’Gorman
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMade a winning start in a Kelso bumper last season Stepped up on hurdle debut when 12 lengths third back at Kelso in November but not in anything like the same form when seventh at Carlisle in December Freshened up since TFRHHIII BHA-
5 MILLFORD HILL (IRE) (675) P314P/-
Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Which Thistle (IRE)
Mrs Amy Fife
Br Ms C. Corrigan & Tom Conway
8 11-5
Ross Chapman
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner but that was in October 2023 and he’s been absent since pulling up in a point in April 2024. Tongue tied for hurdle debut A watching brief is advised unless the betting suggests otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA-
6
MINELLA SUPREME
(IRE) (73) 21F16P 6 11-5
Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Portryan Native (IRE)
Alex Harvey (3) Mandarin Syndicate John McConnell, Ireland
Br Ashroe Stud Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper/maiden hurdle winner last summer Ran no sort of race at Thurles when last seen in December but John McConnell’s good record in Britain means a revival would come as no surprise TFRHHHHI BHA121
7 OLD COMRADES (IRE) (21) 3PP-160 6 11-5
B g Shantou (USA) - Glorious Twelfth (IRE)
Miss Jean Matterson
Bruce Lynn
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
Br Mary M. Brennan Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW £58,000 purchase after getting off the mark in Irish points at the fourth attempt last May but looks more of a longer-term project judged on his efforts at Kelso and Ayr this winter. TFRHIIII BHA-
1-2-3: 1.SILVER HILL (IRE) 2.MINELLA SUPREME (IRE) 3.SANILAM (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
RETURN TO FLORIDA (IRE) (35) 6U-3P
B g Libertarian - Here Comes Sally (IRE)
Coltherd Racing Club
Br John Gahan
6 11-5
Sean Quinlan
Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held on his completed start in points Offered something to work on when third in a Musselburgh bumper in December but always behind on C&D hurdle debut since. TFRHIIII BHA-
9 TALK TO THE BOSS
B g Milan - Lourdes (FR)
Caspian Racing Limited
(IRE) (394) 2-
6 11-5
Nathan Moscrop
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Mrs Martina Doran Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEW£80,000 purchase after finishing runner-up in an Irish point last February. It’ll be interesting to see what the betting makes of this hurdle newcomer TFRHHHII BHA-
10 THE
GREY VENTURE
Gr g Milan - Sagarich (FR)
Miss Victoria Bewley
(IRE) (101) 54-51
6 11-5
Jonathon Bewley
George Bewley, Colby
Br Mr E. Mulryan Lloyd Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW From a useful family and got off the mark at in Irish points at the fourth attempt in November The betting should help guide to expectations now hurdling. TFRHHHII BHA-
11 KHALEESI QUEEN (GB) (15) 000
B m Dragon Dancer - Lewesdon Duchess
The Oakwood Nobels
Br Mrs Rachel Dawson
6 10-12
Joshua Thompson (5)
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 2 bumpers and a novice hurdle. TFRHIIII BHA-
12
ROYAL MAGGS
(GB) (33) 12-10P
B m Telescope (IRE) - Royal Present (IRE)
Ursa Major Racing, S Knowles & Partners
6 10-12
Jamie Hamilton
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Br S. W. Knowles Cube3 Construction
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual point winner but didn’t offer much in a course bumper and 2m Ayr maiden hurdle in January. Up in trip TFRHIIII BHA-
13 TANTIVY VAVOOM (IRE) (47) 1-P06
B m Order of St George (IRE) - Sally Sparrow (IRE)
6 10-12
Theo Gillard Stargazer Racing
Ruth Jefferson, Malton
Br Knocktartan House Stud Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful on first of 2 starts in Irish points Better effort in maiden hurdles when 20 lengths sixth of 16 over C&D (good to soft) in January but probably more one for handicaps after this TFRHHIII BHA-
2025: AILT AN CHORRAIN (IRE) 6 11 12 Henry Brooke 6-4 (Patrick Neville) 5 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Hood worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 11, 12.
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Silver Hill (IRE), 4-1 Minella Supreme (IRE), 13-2 Sanilam (IRE), 10-1 Talk To The Boss (IRE), 14-1 Finbarr (GB), 16-1 Humble Jumble (IRE), 18-1 The Grey Venture (IRE), 33-1 Millford Hill (IRE), 66-1 Tantivy Vavoom (IRE), 100-1 Old Comrades (IRE), Return To Florida (IRE), 300-1 Khaleesi Queen (GB), Royal Maggs (GB)
FOURTH RACE 3.35
ABOUT THREE MILES (2M 7F 149YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE GET RACEDAY READY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH BRINDISI BREEZE SERIES QUALIFIER)
Total prize fund
£7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (23 wins from 135 runners, 17%) runs PARISH QUIZ TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M T Walford (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs PRINCESSE MILANIA LONGEST TRAVELLER: BROKEN ICE trained by J Mcconnell, Ireland.
Stablemates WHISKEY ON ICE and Better Be Definite both make plenty of appeal, with preference for the former who took a step in the right direction when finding just one too good off this mark on his handicap debut at Musselburgh. Better Be Definite is greatly respected, despite going up 7lb for his runaway Ayr success. Princesse Milania can usually be relied upon to run her race and she is third choice ahead of C&D scorer Parish Quiz.
(IRE)
colours no horse age st lb
1
WHISKEY ON ICE (IRE) (30) 534352
6 12-0
B g Yeats (IRE) - Sliabh Na Muice (IRE) Dominic Hislop (10)
Mrs S. Irwin N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
Br Mrs Margaret Murphy Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed ability in 4 maiden hurdles for Shark Hanlon in Ireland last summer Low-key start for this yard in December but took a step forward when runner-up on handicap debut at Musselburgh (23.8f, good to soft) last month. Major claims here if able to build on that improved effort TFRHHHHH BHA108
2 BROKEN ICE (IRE) (153) 605144 D
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Ice Box (IRE)
John McConnell
Br Mr W. S. Acham
10 11-13
Alex Harvey (3)
John McConnell, Ireland
TIMEFORMVIEWResumed winning ways at Perth last August and by no means disgraced in finishing fourth at Sedgefield and Sligo since (latter over fences). However, it remains to be seen if this Irish raider has anything in hand of his current mark and he’s probably worth taking on back from a 5-month break TFRHHIII BHA107
3 BRODERICK
(IRE) (13) 223-504 C
Br g Affinisea (IRE) - Highland Breeze (IRE)
A. C. O’Keeffe
6 11-7
Sean Quinlan
Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Mrs Rhona McCooey Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened hurdles account in a 17f maiden here in January 2025 and followed that with a creditable effort in defeat at Doncaster. However, it would be hard to argue that he’s improved since switched to handicaps and others make more appeal TFRHHIII BHA101
4 EXPRESS RUN (IRE) (32) 3P-030F
B g Milan - Lilly’s Express (IRE)
Mrs Pauline Southerington
7 11-6
Callum Bewley
Justin Landy, Leyburn
Br Mr Vincent Byrne Envirotyre UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWBest effort in handicap hurdles last spring when a close third of 6 over 3m at Kelso. Well held back from a break at Sedgefield in September, though, and failed to complete when returning from another break at Catterick in January. Probably best to look elsewhere TFRHHIII BHA100
5 PARISH QUIZ (IRE) (35) 5-040P1 CD
B g Snow Sky - Dranamol (IRE)
Caspian Racing Limited
6 11-5
Nathan Moscrop
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Pat & Tom Sinnott Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWFetched 6 figures after winning an Irish point and left previous form under Rules behind upped in trip over this C&D at the end of January, sticking to his task well to win a 9-runner handicap. This is tougher up 5lb but he’s unexposed as a stayer and still has low mileage overall TFRHHHII BHA99
6 WESTERN MOUNT (GB) (77) 00-044
B g Westerner - Zeldina
West Yorkshire Racing Club
6 11-5
Danny McMenamin
Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Richard & Candy Mathias Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden who arguably ran just about his best race to date when fourth in a 9-runner Catterick novice (19.3f, good) in December Likely to be seen in a better light now handicapping but couldn’t be sure that this step up in trip is what he wants
7 PRINCESSE MILANIA (IRE) (13) 113303 D 6 11-2
B m Milan - Princesse Leia (FR)
Jamie Hamilton New Vision Bloodstock
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Br Noel Doyle Mark Walford Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-back winner during the autumn and followed that brace with a couple of solid efforts in defeat off this mark. Form has dipped somewhat the last twice but she’s broadly consistent and it would be no surprise to see this 6-y-o involved in the finish.
1-2-3: 1.WHISKEY ON ICE (IRE) 2.BETTER
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8 BETTER BE DEFINITE (GB) (21) 210-441 D
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Definitely Better (IRE)
Ken McGarrity & Hannigan,Wheeler,Wheeler
8 11-0
Bruce Lynn
N. W. Alexander, Kinneston
Br Mrs Elizabeth Fletcher Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd, Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Looked better than ever when resuming winning ways at Ayr (24.3f, heavy) 3 weeks ago, winning that 9-runner handicap with a good deal of authority. 7lb rise demands more but, like stablemate Whiskey On Ice, he has to be high on the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA94
9 PALM BEACH (IRE)
(23) 006-01
B g Galileo (IRE) - Alta Anna (FR)
Mr V. Thompson
Br Lynch-Bages & Rhinestone Bloodstock
P
9 10-3
Miss Pippa Brown (7)
Victor Thompson, Alnwick
TIMEFORMVIEW Ready winner of 23f handicap at Worcester for Ben Pauling last summer but pulled up in an open point on sole subsequent appearance last month. TFRHIIII BHA83
2025:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Whiskey On Ice (IRE), 7-2 Better Be Definite (GB), 6-1 Parish Quiz (IRE), 15-2 Princesse Milania (IRE), 10-1 Broken Ice (IRE), 12-1 Western Mount (GB), 14-1 Broderick (IRE), 28-1 Express Run (IRE), 50-1 Palm Beach (IRE)
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NEWCASTLE CASTLTLE
FIFTH RACE 4.05
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 91YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
VIRGIN BET A
GOOD BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund
£8900
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S J Smith (17 wins from 108 runners, 16%) runs VALENCE D’AUMONT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell & M Scudamore (5 wins from 34 runners, 15%) runs COSMIC BLIZZARD & DOLLAR COLLAR
LONGEST TRAVELLER: PASSING PLEASURE trained by O Greenall & J Guerrieo, Malpas, 170 miles.
PASSING PLEASURE made it 2-2 for this yard with a pretty decisive chase debut success at Catterick and, with further progress likely now faced with a stiffer test, he will prove hard to beat. If able to bounce back from a poor last-time-out performance Cowboy Cooper may emerge as the main danger ahead of in-form veteran Uptown Harry
1 PASSING PLEASURE (GB) (77) 5042-11
B g Passing Glance - Just For Pleasure (IRE)
6 12-0
Craig Nichol
Myddelton Family Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Richard & Candy Mathias Dodson & Horrell Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedhandicapdebutsecondforLawneyHilllastFebruaryandhasprogressedfurtherin2startsforpresentyardthisseason,baggingahandicaphurdle at Musselburgh in December before following up on chasing bow at Catterick (19.2f, good) 8 days later Remains open to improvement TFRHHHHH BHA109
2 DOLLAR COLLAR (IRE) (113) 4P1-636 D
B m Kingston Hill - Another Dollar (IRE)
The Million Dollar Syndicate
8 11-13
Patrick Wadge
Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Br Mr Jonathan Deacon Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point winner who dispelled several lesser displays when doubling hurdles tally at Kelso (22.7f, good) last spring However, she was disappointing on third run in this sphere at Carlisle when last seen in November (since undergone another wind op) and others are preferred. TFRHHIII BHA108
3 COSMIC BLIZZARD (IRE) (82) 11-1
B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Tara Belle (IRE)
42P
7 11-12
Derek Fox
County Set Four & L V Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Br Mrs Norah Ahern Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Rollstud Ltd, Rollstud Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWStepped up on his return in pushing a less-exposed one close in 8-runner handicap chase at Kelso (23.4f, good to soft) in October. However, he was pulled up here next time and hopes pinned on subsequent wind op helping to spark a return to form TFRHHIII BHA107
4 UPTOWN HARRY
(IRE) (28) 546212 CD 12 10-13
B or Br g Morozov (USA) - Tudor Glyn (IRE)
Charlie Maggs (3) Fresh Start Partnership Jane Walton, Otterburn
Br Ms M. Russell Dunns Houses
TIMEFORMVIEWSnapped a losing run when scoring in good style over C&D in January. Backed that up with a good second off 8lb higher at Carlisle last month and, though up another 2lb in this slightly higher grade, he has to enter calculations in current form TFRHHHII BHA94
5 COWBOY COOPER (IRE) (21)
B g Frammassone (IRE) - Ball Park (IRE)
41-031P BF 10 10-12
Brian Hughes
Mr W. M. Aitchison Donald Whillans, Hawick
Br Paddy Byrne
TIMEFORMVIEWNotched third victory over fences at Ayr (3m) in January and perhaps shouldn’t be judged too harshly on subsequent display over the same C&D (fractious at the start and pulled up in the race itself) Definite each-way chance if on a going day. TFRHHHII BHA93
6 JAMESIECONN (IRE) (47) 1403-24 BF
B g Shirocco (GER) - Grandy Serenade (IRE)
7 10-6
Danny McMenamin
D&D Armstrong Ltd Nicky Richards, Greystoke
Br George Lane Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition), North Sea Logistics
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who left hurdles form behind when making a successful chase debut at Doncaster last year Beaten favourite on 4 of his 5 subsequent starts in this sphere, though, failing to build on the promise of first run for this yard when 17 lengths fourth of 11 to Uptown Harry over C&D last time. TFRHHIII BHA87
7 VALENCE D’AUMONT (FR) (41) 3-03514 C
12 10-5
B g Sinndar (IRE) - Ice Ti (ITY) Callum Bewley
Mrs J. Morgan Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Mme. & M. Christian Chorier Pektron Group Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who capitalised on a reduced mark with a game display at Catterick during the Christmas period However, he’s somewhat in-and-out nowadays and it was therefore no great surprise that his subsequent display at the same course was not so good. TFRHHIII BHA86
KEY Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
JOIE MORE (IRE) (28) 0-P43P5
B g Getaway (GER) - Joie de Cotte (FR)
8 10-2
Sean Quinlan
Mrs Jackie Stephen Jackie Stephen, Melrose Br Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd Carden Livestock Co
TIMEFORM VIEW Plugged on to fill the frame twice over fences to end 2025 but he’s still a maiden and, though his latest effort at Carlisle was creditable, others look stronger on balance. TFRHHIII BHA80
2025: THE PADDY PIE (IRE) 12 10 3 Jack Power 4-1 (Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 2, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2, 3.
Stewards Note:
DOLLAR COLLAR: Following its run on 10/11/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. COSMIC BLIZZARD: Following its run on 11/12/2025 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise. COWBOY COOPER: Following its run on 10/2/2026 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly.
Probable S.P’s: EVENS Passing Pleasure (GB), 8-1 Uptown Harry (IRE), 17-2 Cowboy Cooper (IRE), 11-1 Valence d’Aumont (FR), 12-1 Jamesieconn (IRE), 14-1 Dollar Collar (IRE), 18-1 Cosmic Blizzard (IRE), 22-1 Joie More (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 4.35
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M190YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES
THEHIGHGOSFORTHPARKGOLFCLUBMARES’NATIONALHUNTFLATRACE(CLASS5) (CONDITIONALANDAMATEURJOCKEYS’RACE)(CATEGORY1ELIMINATION)(GBBRACE)
Total prize fund £4500
Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (21 wins from 102 runners, 21%) runs DOLLY DRAMA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 62 runners, 16%) runs RAINBOW TARA LONGEST TRAVELLER: RAINBOW TARA trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 201 miles.
RAINBOWTARA shaped well starting out for Dan Skelton when runner-up at Uttoxeter and on the back of wind surgery she can take another step forward to get off the mark. Peace Belle scored cosily at Hexham on her debut and rates a major threat now back after six months off, whileWetherby third Dolly Drama and Nicky Richards’newcomer Lady Walk On Bye also need considering
colours no horse age st lb
1 PEACE BELLE (GB) (188) 1 5 11-10
B m Massaat (IRE) - Ssafa
Luke Scott (3)
Hzs Stainless Steel Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Richard Kent & Clare Lloyd Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, cosily made a winning start in 7-runner bumper at Hexham (16.2f, good to firm) in August. That form has worked out well so this Massaat filly is very much one to consider under a 7lb penalty despite her absence. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 ASHGILL ANGEL (IRE) (240) 6
Ch m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Mwangaza (FR)
5 11-3
Conor Rabbitt (3)
Mr Jimmy Kay Andrew Crook, Leyburn
Br Mrs Orla Hughes
AMG Engineering Supplies Ltd, Leeds Pallet Co Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, well-held sixth of 8 in bumper at Market Rasen (16.6f, heavy) on her NH debut 8 months ago. Significantly more is required from this daughter of Jukebox Jury. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 DOLLY DRAMA (IRE) (97) 3
B m Mahler - Midsummer Drama (IRE)
5 11-3
Charlie Maggs (3)
Mr G. E. Fitzpatrick Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br The Beeches Stud Ltd Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWMahler filly Underwent wind surgery before making a promising start when third of 10 in bumper at Wetherby in November, fading late having made rapid headway approaching straight Capable of better TFRHHHII BHA-
4 ELLISTRIN
JARLA (GB)
(-)
5 11-3
B m Frontiersman - Ellistrin Belle Murray Dodd (7)
Ellistrin Partnership Donald Whillans, Hawick
Br Eileen & Ron Smith Sport of Kings
TIMEFORM VIEW Frontiersman mare. Dam, 17f hurdle winner, is a half-sister to smart hurdler/useful chaser (stays 3m) Shades of Midnight The market can guide for this newcomer TFRHHIII BHA-
5 I WANNA BE ADORED (IRE) (-)
Gr m Capri (IRE) - Thanks Eileen
Mr Justin Landy
Br Joseph Sheahan
5 11-3
William Maggs (5)
Justin Landy, Leyburn
TIMEFORMVIEW €7,000 3-y-o, Capri mare Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful chaser (stayed 2 1/2m) Scottish Bambi Worth a precautionary check in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 LADY WALK ON BYE (IRE) (-)
5 11-3
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - On The Way Home (IRE) Rian Corcoran (7)
Mrs I.C Sellars and Miss D.C Sellars Nicky Richards, Greystoke
Br Rosemary Hutch Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)
TIMEFORM VIEW €75,000 3-y-o, Walk In The Park mare Half-sister to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/smart chaser Downmexicoway, stays 2 1/2m A noteworthy debutante TFRHHHII BHA-
7 RAINBOW TARA (GB) (62) 0-2
B m Kayf Tara - Mere Detail (IRE)
Paddy Brennan Racing Syndicate Rainbow
6 11-3
Tristan Durrell
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Nicola Bulgin Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara mare who built on her debut promise (for Toby Bulgin) after 9 months off when second of 12 in bumper at Uttoxeter in December Has since undergone wind surgery and looks open to further progress TFRHHHHH BHA-
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
2025: TIPTOPTIM (IRE) 5 11 5 Gavin Sheehan 1-4 (Jamie Snowden) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.
Stewards Note:
ASHGILL ANGEL: Following its run on 6/7/2025 it was reported that the horse ran without its left-hind shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Rainbow Tara (GB), 11-4 Dolly Drama (IRE), 7-2 Peace Belle (GB), 11-2 Lady Walk On Bye (IRE), 16-1 I Wanna Be Adored (IRE), 28-1 Ellistrin Jarla (GB), 300-1 Ashgill Angel (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.05 - THE BORDER MINSTREL SUNDAY LUNCH NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after February 21st, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 27 entries at £30. - Closed February 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.35 - THE MINI GOLF AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Forgive ‘n Forget Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. £30 stake if the horse is rated 74 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 73 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Penalties, after February 21st, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Forgive ‘n Forget Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 21st March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Forgive ‘n Forget Series qualifier 14 entries, 1 at £6 and 13 at £30. - Closed February 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.05 - THE VIRGIN BET SUPPORTS SAFE GAMBLING NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Night Nurse Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £38 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. VIRGIN BET will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Night Nurse Hurdle Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Night Nurse Series qualifier. 19 entries at £38. - Closed February 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.35 - THE GET RACEDAY READY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Penalties, after February 21st, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 3m at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Brindisi Breeze Series qualifier 16 entries, 1 at £7 and 15 at £38. - Closed February 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.05 - THE VIRGIN BET A GOOD BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Penalties, after February 21st, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. VIRGIN BET will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 15 entries, 1 at £8 and 14 at £44. - Closed February 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.35 - THE HIGH GOSFORTH PARK GOLF CLUB MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL AND AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares only, which have not won more than one race and which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, February 25th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 1st. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 3lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb. The riders shall be: (i) Conditional Jockeys (ii) Overseas Jockeys who are under 26 years of age and who, within the past 6 months, have been eligible to claim an allowance under the provisions of paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code (iii) Amateur Jockeys holding ‘Category A’ or ‘Category B’ permits to ride, or (iv) Amateur Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)30. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this Race. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries at £22. - Closed February 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
