Thank you for joining us at Kelso Racecourse for a programme which features the Church House Investments Buccleuch Cup –the race with the longest history at Kelso, having been staged here since 1885 when the purse was 25 Sovereigns.
We are indebted to today’s race sponsors for their continued support of racing at Kelso In addition to Church House Investment Management, generous backers of the Buccleuch Cup, please show your appreciation for The Royal Caledonian Hunt, Racing TV, and the friends and family of the late Malcolm Scott. We’d also like to thank all the guests at the professional services networking event, in the Final Furlong Marquee, who are helping to raise funds for the Country Food Trust this afternoon.
Racing at Kelso wouldn’t be possible without the enthusiastic support of racehorse owners, trainers, staff and jockeys. We’d like to thank the connections of all the runners on today’s programme, particularly the amateur ridden contenders for the Buccleuch Cup – a race which defines the sporting spirit of racing at Kelso It may not be the most valuable race in our calendar, but it is certainly one of the dearest to our hearts Thank you for choosing to bring your horses to Kelso.
The racecourse staff and Directors wish you a fun afternoon at the races, and look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Jonathan Garratt Managing Director, Kelso Races Ltd
THE DIRECTORS
Mark Hunter
Jonathan Garratt
Jane Millar
Robert Miller-Bakewell
Tocky McKie
Colin Dempster
Robert Hunter
Simon Landale
Monday 20th April 2026
Stewards
ADRIAN SHARPE (Chief Steward)
MRS F.A CLARK (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
BETH DOWSWELL, LYNDSAY GLYN, LOUISE MOORE
Starters RUSSELL GARRITTY, ANDREW PARKER
Judge NICHOLAS HARGREAVE
Clerk of the Scales KARL CURRAN
Veterinary Officer DUNCAN MACDONALD
Commentator GARETH TOPHAM
Raceday Announcer ROBERT HOGARTH
Medical Officers
Veterinary Surgeons
DR MAUDE DONKERS, DR JOEL BARKER, DR FIONA STRUTHERS, DR SAM FOSTER, DR CLAIRE MCLEAN, DR VIVIEN TUT, DR ANNA O’DONOGHUE, DR HEATHER KIRKLAND
MR EDWARD CHINN, B.VET.MED, CERT.E.P., M.R.C.V.S., MR URS SCHAELI, MED VET. M.R.C.V.S.
MRS SARAH SIMPSON B.V,M,&S., M.R.C.V.S., RYAN O’CONNOR B.VET. MEDCERT. A.V.P. (EM) PG CERT.V.P.S. M.R.C.V.S., MICHAEL MORRISON, B.VM.&S, M.R.C.V.S., EUAN HAMMERSLEY, BSC, B.VM &S, CERT, AVP, M.R.C.V.S.
Betting Ring Manager DARREN IRVING
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers LINDA PORTER, JAMES BONAR, TRACEY HAMILTON
Patron
Directors
MR GF ADAM
MR MS HUNTER (CHAIRMAN), MR J GARRATT (MANAGING DIRECTOR), MRS J MILLAR, MR RL MILLER-BAKEWELL, MR SR LANDALE, MR R HUNTER, MRS V MCKIE, MR C DEMPSTER
Clerk of the Course JAMES ARMSTRONG
Safeguarding Officers
MR J ARMSTRONG, MR J GARRATT
THE TEAM
James Armstrong Clerk Of The Course
Trish Spours Assistant Manager
Steph Brown Finance Manager
Joanna McNulty Office Administrator
Sherri Hough-Kiberd Marketing & Social Media Coordinator
Steve Horlick Event Safety Officer
Gillian Meikle Caretaker
Connor Armstrong Head Groundsman
HOW TO READ
horse’s saddlecloth number
colour graphic
No of days since last ran
horse’s name form sire dam
9 BIG RIVER (IRE)(49)PB15-30
Br B g Milan - Call Kate (IRE)
sex of horse: c=colt, h=horse, g=gelding, f=filly, m=maredam form guide
Derek Fox J O Two Black Labs Lucinda Russell, Kinross T B J.R. Curran Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Wins over fences have come in small fields, but he does have some good efforts to his name in big-field handicapsandwasn’tdisgracedwheneighthintheWelshNationalatChepstowlasttime.Respected.TFRHHHII BHA139
colour of horse: b=bay br=brown, ch=chestnut, gr=grey
How to Bet
1. Select your horse and note its name and racecard number
2. Choose your bet – ‘To win’ or ‘each-way’ are the two most common types:
• ‘To win’ is for your horse to come first
• ‘Each-way’ is when you place two bets in one: one for your horse to come first, the other for it to be placed. Therefore £2 each-way = £4 total bet.
• What qualifies as a ‘place’ depends on the number of runners: between two and four runners - first place only; between five and seven runners - first and second place; eight runners and over - first three places; 16 runners and over (handicaps only) - first four places
• The place part of the bet will be paid out at a fraction of the odds, usually a quarter or a fifth - this varies depending on the bookmaker, so check if you are unsure!
3. Decide the amount, also known as the stake that you are comfortable to bet
4. Choose your outlet and place your bet e.g. “£2 win on number three” or “£2 each-way on number six”.
5. If your horse has won, wait to hear “weighed in” over the public address system and then go and collect any winnings!
6. Got so swept up you forgot to collect your cash? There are details of how to collect winning slips after the raceday on our terms and conditions page near the back of the racecard.
Please gamble responsibly For more information visit www.gambleaware.co.uk
Official BHA rating
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Race 1 2.21 1m 1y
1 No Knee Never (IRE) 11-2
2 Alazwar (IRE) 11-2
3 Showmedemoney (IRE) 11-0
4 Thursday (GB) 10-13
5 Rosemary’s Rose (IRE) 10-13
6 King of Speed (IRE) 10-13
7 Tam Lin (IRE) 10-11
8 Chico Dulce (GB) 10-11
9 Snooker McCrew (GB) 10-10
10 King of The Dance (IRE)10-10
11 Little She (FR) 10-9
12 Port Louis (IRE) 10-7
Race 2 2.51 6f 1y
1 Dr Strangelove (GB) 9-11
2 Dyrholaey (FR) 9-8
3 Rare Change (IRE) 9-8
4 Twilight Jet (IRE) 9-3
5 Hoodie Hoo (IRE) 9-2
Race 3 3.21 1m 4f 1y
1 Rose Cotton (GB) 9-9
2 Scarlet Sunset (GB) 9-8
3 Schemaya (IRE) 9-7
4 Twilight Moon (GB) 9-7
5 Pershalla (GB) 9-0
6 Sea of Charm (FR) 8-12
7 Phaedra (GB) 8-12
Race 1 2.12
5f
1 Miss Lizzy (GB) 9-2
2 Vollering (IRE) 9-2
3 Bea Kindly (GB) 8-13
4 State of Gold (IRE) 8-13
5 Wopbopaloomop (GB) 8-13
6 Angel Footsteps (GB) 8-10
7 Arcadian Days (GB) 8-10
8 Cailin Aine (IRE) 8-10
9 Cheeky Chesca (IRE) 8-10
Race 2 2.42 7f 219y
1 Fickle McSelfish (GB) 9-9
2 Amazing Anita (GB) 9-8
3 Itszaboy (GB) 9-7
4 Dalamara (GB) 9-7
5 Resdev Time (GB) 9-6
6 Hear The Drums (GB) 9-5
7 Worlington (GB) 9-5
8 Wild Thoughts (IRE) 9-5
9 Mereside Princess (IRE) 9-0
10 Battenburg Belle (IRE) 8-13
11 Harswell River (IRE) 8-13
12 Princess Coco (GB) 8-12
13 Hood Wink (GB) 8-9
LINGFIELD PARK
Race 4 3.51 6f 1y
1 Kyoto (IRE) 10-2
2 Rainbow Sorbet (IRE) 9-11
3 Behike (IRE) 9-5
4 Golden Brown (IRE) 9-5
5 Tass (GB) 9-5
6 Accommodation (IRE) 9-0
7 Zoulette (IRE) 9-0
Race 5 4.25 7f 2y
1 Archer’s Grace (IRE) 9-2
2 Moravian (IRE) 9-2
3 Polka Blue (IRE) 9-2
4 Thimble (GB) 9-2
5 Crimson Sunset (GB) 9-0
6 Curtain Caller (GB) 9-0
7 Nefertari (GB) 9-0
8 Startled Lady (GB) 9-0
9 Wadirumm (IRE) 9-0
Race 6 4.55 5f 6y
1 Balon d’Or (GB) 9-9
2 Magna (GB) 9-4
3 Candy Warhol (USA) 9-3
4 Secret Handsheikh (GB) 9-2
5 Stapleford Park (GB) 8-13
6 Charging Bull (IRE) 8-11
7 Lion Ring (IRE) 8-6
8 She Went Whoosh (IRE) 8-4
REDCAR
Race 3 3.12
7f
1 Looks Fantastic (GB) 9-9
2 Mayo County (GB) 9-8
3 Electric Lightning (GB) 9-8
4 Angel of England (GB) 9-6
5 Perfidia (IRE) 9-5
6 Little Ted (GB) 9-5
7 One of Our Own (GB) 9-4
8 Far Ahead (IRE) 9-3
9 Tickets (GB) 9-0
10 Woodrafff (GB) 9-0
11 Without Delay (IRE) 9-0
12 Elettaria (IRE) 8-9
13 She’s A Goldigger (GB) 8-9
14 Flying Star (IRE) 8-9
Race 4 3.42 7f 219y
1 New Image (GB) 9-9
2 Jolly Roger (IRE) 9-8
3 Skipper (GB) 9-7
4 Cadarn (IRE) 9-6
5 Seagolazo (IRE) 9-6
6 Intrusively (GB) 9-2
7 Double Parked (IRE) 9-0
8 Diderot (GB) 9-0
9 Sea Legend (FR) 8-4
Race 7 5.25 1m 2f 1y
1 Golden Circet (IRE) 9-9
2 Perfect Scoundrel (GB) 9-8
3 Spaceport (IRE) 9-8
4 Harlington (FR) 9-7
5 Double Red (GB) 9-6
6 Victors Spirit (SAF) 9-6
7 The Hare Rail (IRE) 9-4
8 King’s Hand (GB) 9-3
9 Edward Sexton (IRE) 9-1
10 Forca Timao (IRE) 8-9
Race 5 4.20 1m 2f 1y
1 Bay of Myths (IRE) 9-7
2 According To Mark (IRE) 9-0
3 Heathers Feather (IRE) 9-0
4 Mr Colonel (IRE) 9-0
Race 6 4.50 1m 2f 1y
1 Nicator (FR) 9-9
2 Mafting (GB) 9-9
3 Dawn of Liberation (IRE) 9-7
4 Not Me (GB) 9-6
5 Urban Road (GB) 9-6
6 Imperial Trooper (IRE) 9-5
7 Character Testing (GB) 8-13
8 Hill O Rue (GB) 8-12
9 Jam Lass (GB) 8-11
Race 7 5.20 5f 217y
1 Watchdog (GB) 9-9
2 Mystical Land (IRE) 9-2
3 Gunalt Wavelength (GB) 9-2
4 Long Shot (GB) 8-10
5 Auspicious (GB) 8-8
6 Belling The Cat (GB) 8-7
7 Miss Boyd (GB) 8-5
8 Muvable (GB) 8-4
TRAINER & JOCKEY FORM
ADAM SCOTT
“Adam Scott was one of the last of the old Bohemians. The pattern was lost and the mould destroyed when such as he passed from the scene”.
Today we celebrate the valorous life of Adam Scott (1875 – 1925), a north-country soldier and sportsman whose dramatic story, woven like a golden thread into horseracing’s rich heritage, ended in a tragic fall at Kelso
Born at Lesbury, near Alnwick, the son of a wealthy farmer, Adam was amongst the first to volunteer for the Boer War in the newly-formed Imperial Yeomanry. He served in South Africa with great distinction in the Northumberland Hussars. He was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal in February 1901 at Hartebeestfontein, for continuous and conspicuous gallantry throughout the day. He was also ‘mentioned in despatches’, before returning home in June 1901.
On returning to Alnham, Adam owned and trained a string of racehorses, winning the Scottish Grand National in 1907, riding in the Grand National of 1909, and winning the County Hurdle at Cheltenham in 1921. Saddling more than forty winners between 1907 and 1924, he was a regular at the United Border Hunt meeting at Kelso – a fixture that moved to the modern day location when jump racing commenced here in 1883.
Prior to 1883, the racecourse was used only for flat racing - having been established as Scotland’s first purpose-built racecourse in 1823 when it regularly hosted fixtures sponsored by the Royal Caledonian Hunt – whose members remain important supporters of racing in Scotland to this day.
The feature race of today’s programme, The Buccleuch Cup, was first run at Kelso in 1885 with a purse of 25 sovereigns and was restricted to horses qualified with the Duke’s hounds. Adam, who regularly followed the Coquetdale and Percy Packs, rode in the Buccleuch Cup three times, but without success. His great ambition was to win the Northumberland Plate.
Established in 1827, The Duke of Buccleuch’s Hounds were initially based in St Boswells, before moving to Greenwells at the foot of the Eildon Hills. Following changes to legislation, the hounds have adapted to drag hunting, avoiding any contact with wild mammals and, instead, following a scent (or “drag”) laid by runner
Nant Coch was 8th of 14 in 1922, Jazz Band a half-length second in 1923, only to go one better the following year, winning by two lengths amid scenes of great jubilation for a local winner.
Bob Todd, a well-known racing plater, knew Adam well and describes his friend as “a dour north-countryman, tough, hard-bitten and blunt of speech”. Adam was handy with his fists, a skilled horseman and a first class shot. Todd remembered extricating Adam from a pub brawl in Leicester Square, when, having dropped one man, he was preparing to take on all-comers.
But his friends and contemporaries saw a man with a heart of gold. It was his habit to carry large sums of cash on him at the racecourse. If a friend appeared down on their luck, they would find Adam quietly pressing a few folded notes into their palm. Fond of a drink, he was never slow to stand his round at the bar.
In another act of generosity, having won four races in one day at Rothbury, and knowing that funds were low and the meeting in danger of being dropped, Adam returned the stake money he had won.
Todd recalls Adam expressing his wish to go out in the saddle, “Think of it, man – astride a game horse, with your colours fluttering and your blood tingling. Better to die like that than in bed”.
Tragically, Adam got his wish sooner than anyone wanted. On 31 March 1925, riding in the Springwood Chase here at Kelso, his horse ‘Command’ fell at the third last fence. Adam was thrown and died almost instantly.
He is buried, booted, spurred and in his racing colours of light blue with a maroon cap, in the churchyard of St Michael and All Angels, Alnham. His funeral was attended by family, friends and admirers from all walks of life, reflecting his popularity with all.
Adam’s Distinguished Conduct Medal was purchased on behalf of the regiment by Colonel James Royds, TD, Honorary Colonel of the Northumberland Hussars, in 2020. It is on display at Charge! The Story of England’s Northern Cavalry, at the Discovery Museum, Newcastle.
Jazz Band winning the Northumberland Plate, 1924
THE ADAM SCOTT CELEBRATORY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Richards (21 wins from 111 runners, 19%) runs THORNEYLANDS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Richards (3 wins from 9 runners, 33%) runs THORNEYLANDS
Fancy That: D McCain won this race in 2022 and 2023. The stable runs today.
Longest Traveller: HERJA trained by P Griffin, Ireland
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1
SMOKE TRAIL (IRE)(51)6-11334 C
5 11-12
Br B g Jet Away - Jennycomewest (IRE) Derek Fox J
O The Caledonian Racing Society Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B E. Ryan & J. Slattery Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who jumped fluently when making all to beat subsequent winner on 2m course hurdle debut in October Matched that on handicap bow at Newbury last time and he’s a major player back in a novice. TFRHHHHH BHA118
2 THEY WANT ME (IRE)(2) 4-21351 C 6 11-12
Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Double Dream (IRE) Non Runner J
O Mrs L. Maclennan Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B John Kidd Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
NON-RUNNER
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form with a bang after a breathing operation (also tongue tied first time) when comfortable winner of 19.5f Bangor handicap (good). NON RUNNER TFRIIIII BHA109
BOGHA BAISTE (IRE)(18) D0P33
5 11-5
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Accordingtoeileen (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O A Lee, J Matterson, D Mullen & Partner Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Mrs M. Curran Bolton Mill Holiday Park S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when third in 2m novice hurdles at Newcastle here this spring. Won’t need to raise his game much more. TFRHHHII BHA110
HERJA (IRE)(34) F12240
6 11-5
Br Br m Policy Maker (IRE) - Crofton Trail (IRE) Harry Sexton (7) J
O Mr Gerry McGladery Patrick Griffin, Ireland T
B Ronan & James Griffin
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler, winning a 2 1/2m Sedgefield maiden (good) in September Bettered that form when second at Wetherby 3 weekslater Givenabreakafterandshouldbespotonforthisafteracoupleofrunsoverfenceslastmonth. TFRHHHHI BHA110
MELBOURNE GHOST (IRE)(30)005
5 11-5
Br Gr g Ocovango - Tagalong (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mousetrap Racing Donald Whillans, Hawick T
B Mr Eamonn O’Connell Embroidery Elite Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who hasn’t offered much in a bumper and 2 hurdles under Rules
NOBOTHERATALL (IRE)
(18)U-3310 6 11-5
Br B g Jet Away - My Lady Dane (IRE)
Harry Reed J
O Steven Wilson Ltd Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T
B James Codd
TIMEFORM VIEW Carlislebumperwinnerintheautumn.Onlyseventh(BoghaBaistethird)on2mcoursehurdle debut 18 days ago but he should be capable of better with that experience behind him. TFRHHHII BHA-
Br Gr g Milan - Sagarich (FR) Jonathon Bewley J
O Miss Victoria Bewley
George Bewley, Colby T
B Mr E. Mulryan Lloyd Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner Better effort over hurdles (modest form) when 17 lengths fourth over 19f at Carlisle (good) 16 days ago Wearsfirst-timecheekpieceshere.Mightbeonewhodoesn’treallycomeintohisownuntilhandicappingoverfurther
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Ayleoola (IRE) Danny McMenamin J
O Mr J. Fyffe Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Pat Coffey JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
Br B m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Belle Bella (IRE) James Bowen J
O S Coltherd E Gillie
B W. S. Coltherd
Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when runner-up in 2m course novices on her last 2 outings Rallied after getting outpaced last time so this step back up in trip could suit Another prominent showing is likely TFRHHHHI BHA108
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Hood worn by No 10. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4. Stewards Note: THORNEYLANDS: Following its run on 22/3/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left and lost its action.
SMOKE TRAIL ran quite well in a Newbury handicap last time and might be able to land a second course success of the campaign. The way Changemyluck stuck on for a second successive runner-up finish over 2m here 18 days ago suggests this slightly longer trip should suit and she’s second choice ahead of Irish raider Herja, a winner at Sedgefield in the autumn.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
for four yrs old and upwards x Total
Leading course trainer (20-25): N Richards (21 wins from 111 runners, 19%) runs JEHOL DE THAIX
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Mr M T Walford (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs MAGIC WAVE
Weightwatcher: RAUZAN won off a handicap mark of 118, his rating is now down 9lb to 109.
Longest Traveller: MENAGGIO trained by B Aprahamian, Towcester, 298 miles
Br B g Milan - Nova Stella (GER) Gavin Sheehan J
O Will Ramsay and Victoria Sollitt Billy Aprahamian, Towcester T
B Ormond Bloodstock Ltd Lockwood Premium S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a novice hurdle and a couple of small-field handicap chases for Alan King in 2024. Better signs for current
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 9-y-o who won a 21f course handicap (good to soft) last spring and was placed over C&D on his next 2 outings Latest HaydockeffortwasdisappointingbuthiscourserecordaffordshimrespectwiththeMarkWalfordyardamongthewinners. TFRHHHII BHA112
JEHOL
DE THAIX (FR)(20) 354-621
7 11-9
Br B g Masked Marvel - Luperca (FR) Danny McMenamin J
O Mr Frank Bird Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Michel Bourgneuf Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Unexposed sort who made it third time lucky in handicaps when overcoming several mistakes to see off the reopposing Nosy Neighbourby13/4lengthsatNewcastle(23/4m,good)3weeksago Couldbemoretocomeforin-formstable. TFRHHHHI BHA109
RAUZAN
(IRE)(16)056032
6 11-9
Br B g Australia - Rayisa (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Flower Huschka Miller & Trading Products Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Bolton Mill Holiday Park S
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form for current yard when third (Jericoacoara second) of 14 in Go North series final over 21f here last month. Backed that up when second of 4 over 19f at Carlisle over Easter Enters calculations TFRHHHHI BHA109
KILMORE ROCK (IRE)
(31) 3P6PP3 CD 7 11-7
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Champayne Hallie (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (3) J
O Payne, Bell, Severs, Moffatt & Corbett Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Cool Baranca (GER) Ryan Mania J
O Margaret Coppola & Dianne Sayer Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Emma Sayer Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual course scorer in the autumn but has found things harder since. His hopes are pinned on a step up to 2 3/4m for the first time sparking a revival.
COLLAR (IRE)(18)1-636F5 CD 8 11-6
Br B m Kingston Hill - Another Dollar (IRE) Patrick Wadge J
O The Million Dollar Syndicate Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
TIMEFORM VIEW Positive start to his handicap hurdle career when 1 3/4 lengths second of 8 to Jehol de Thaix at Newcastle (2 3/4m, good) 20 days ago Won’t need to pull out much more for first-time cheekpieces TFRHHHHI BHA103
STARLYTE (IRE)
(30)546004 C
Br B m Sir Percy - Virevolle (FR)
11
9 11-3
Gregor Walkingshaw (10) J
O Wee Dude Partnership Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: DOLLAR COLLAR (IRE) 7 11 6 Patrick Wadge 12-1 (Lucinda Russell) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1, 9. Blinkers worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 8, 10. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 10. Stewards Note: DOLLAR COLLAR: Following its run on 2/4/2026 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.
STARLYTE ran very well in the face of a stiff task in a listed race here last month and can show she’s on a good mark back in a handicap Jericoacoara shaped well second in a Go North final over slightly shorter here last time and heads the dangers along with recent Newcastle 1-2 Jehol de Thaix and Nosy Neighbour
A tribute to Scarra I liked a little gamble A bet I love to place A rush of the adrenaline I loved to watch the race
So now it’s time for resting I’ve passed the winners line Think of me, a winning a ticket And how I lived, this life of mine.
Scarra was feared by the bookies but loved by his friends and family.
THE EDINBURGH GIN
THE ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT
The Club was instituted at Hamilton in 1777 under the title ‘the Hunters Club’ but the name was changed the following year to ‘The Caledonian Hunt. On the occasion of the visit of King George IV to Scotland in 1822, His Majesty became the Patron of the Hunt whose members gave a ball in his honour in Edinburgh. Since that time, the royal prefix has been added and the reigning Sovereign continued as Patron until 2002. HRH The Princess Royal was appointed as Honorary Preses in 1974 and succeeded as Patron in 2002. HRH The Duke of Kent was appointed as Honorary Preses in 1985.
There are 70 gentlemen members, all with Scottish roots and who enjoy racing and/or hunting. They dine annually in Edinburgh. The Hunt meets each year at a different Scottish Racecourse The running of the first race was at Kelso in 1779. The Royal Caledonian Hunt Club Cup was first competed for at Perth in 1818 and was won by the Earl of Eglington’s “Sans Culottes”.
Preses
OFFICE BEARERS OF THE ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT 2026
Edward Maitland-Carew, Esq
Treasurer Captain William Ramsay
Secretary Captain Harry Jameson
Councillors
Hunt Officer
Jack Askew, Esq.
Francis Drysdale, Esq.
Kit Alexander, Esq.
Michael Duncan, Esq.
THE ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000
Leading course trainer (20-25): Lucinda Russell & Michael Scud (14 wins from 85 runners, 16%) runs GARDE DES CHAMPS and OLD GREGORIAN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerriero (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs KAY TARA TARA Longest Traveller: KAY TARA TARA trained by O Greenall & J Guerriero, Malpas, 212 miles
(GB)(51)
263D-14 C 7 12-2
Br B g Jack Hobbs - Thankyou Very Much Derek Fox J
O Mr R. Gibbons Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Robert GibbonsEdinburgh Real Ale Limited, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWProducedhisbesteffortsincelatestwinbackinMarch2024whenrunner-upinaHexhamhandicap(21/2m,heavy) last month. Remains on an attractive mark following a 1lb nudge and he’s very muchone to consider TFRHHHII BHA106
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. Visor worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 5, 6, 9.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Looking Splendid (GB), 5-1 Old Gregorian (GB), 11-2 Carrigeen Castle (IRE), 7-1 Joecooker (FR), 10-1 Special Rate (IRE), Kay Tara Tara (GB), 12-1 Garde des Champs (IRE), 14-1 Breizh River (FR), 22-1 Jet Legs (IRE)
LOOKING SPLENDID produced a sure-footed round of jumping when scoring on his first run in this sphere over C&D recently and, on that evidence, this 9lb higher mark may well be within his reach. Old Gregorian’s record over hurdles here is compelling and he is better than he was able to show on his first chase start at this course last time. Like the selection he is open to improvement over fences and rates the main danger ahead of Carrigeen Castle and Joecooker
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026. Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie La Grugerie et al Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulatWetherbyinDecemberandstruckagainonpenultimatestartatCarlisle(3m,goodtosoft) However, his profile is rather patchy and he was below par when only sixth at the same course next time. TFRHHHII BHA125
DARE TO SHOUT (GB)
Br Gr g Martaline - Dare To Doubt
(30)14P425 C
9 11-7
Danny McMenamin J
O Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Aure Antique (FR) Derek Fox J
O The Crick Girls Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Herine Bloodstock Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved switched to fences last season, completing a 4-timer here last March. Found just one too good off a 4lb higher mark at NewcastleinDecemberbutdisappointingotherwisethisseason,pulledupintheCarlislehandicapwonbyWolfburglasttime. TFRHHIII BHA118
7 WOLFBURG (IRE)(29) P01321
7 10-6
Br B g Sageburg (IRE) - Presenting Melody (IRE) Patrick Wadge J
O Orchard Mania McMillan
B Joe Kenny
Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
Sandy Thomson, Border Embroidery S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark over fences at Wetherby in December and has continued to progress since, doubling his tally in this sphere with a career-bestdisplayatCarlisle(21/2m,good)lasttime.Hitwithan11lbrisebuthemaywellhavemoretoofferasachaser TFRHHHHH BHA110
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2025: HALF SHOT (IRE) 11 10 13 Brian Hughes 9-1 (Iain Jardine) 7 ran
Visor worn first time by No 1. Visor worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4.
Stewards Note: WALK ON QUEST: Following its run on 22/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Wolfburg (IRE), 11-2 Erne River (IRE), 7-1 Red Happy (FR), 8-1 Hudson de Grugy (FR), 17-2 Dare To Shout (GB), 11-1 Walk On Quest (IRE), 14-1 Cadell (IRE) PLAY SMARTER
The handicapper has taken a swipe at WOLFBURG, raising him 11lb for his wide-margin victory at Carlisle, but there was plenty to like about the way he did the job that day and he’s open to further improvement in this sphere. Erne River has slipped to a dangerous mark and looks the one most likely to make a race of it with Wolfburg, given that Dare To Shout, Hudson de Grugy and Walk On Quest all underperformed last time, while Cadell is out of sorts and Red Happy has been off for over a year
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WOLFBURG (IRE) 2.ERNE RIVER (IRE) 3.DARE TO SHOUT
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Leading course trainer (20-25): N Alexander (26 wins from 241 runners, 11%) runs OZZY COSMO
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Richards (3 wins from 9 runners, 33%) runs THE BEST WAY Longest Traveller: BIG LOVE trained by M & D Easterby, Sheriff Hutton, 141 miles.
Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Celestial Harmony Ryan Mania J
O Mrs Mary Lewis Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Lady Jennifer Green
TIMEFORM VIEW Has pulled up both starts since returning
PARISIAN FASHION
(IRE)(112) 413-46P 7 11-12
Br B m Champs Elysees - Legacy Gold (IRE) William Maggs (3) J
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t shape as promisingly as on previous starts for current yard when well beaten at Carlisle in February. Hood back on along with a first-time tongue strap and does at least benefit from a drop in grade. TFRHHIII BHA97
7 11-4
Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Scotch Beg (IRE) Callum Bewley J
O Geoff and Elspeth Adam Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh T
B Mrs Rhona McCooey
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden ran as well as he has when second of 9 on return to hurdles at Carlisle last time, only bettered by a well-backed favourite, and he needs considering in similar company TFRHHHHI BHA94
THE
WAY
Br B g Thewayyouare (USA) - Valentine (FR) Danny McMenamin J
O Multiple Sclerosis Borders Racing Club Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Henri Serveau Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition), Adam Purves Mitsubishi S
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage8-y-obuiltonpreviouspromisetolandasolidhandicapatNewcastlelastFebruary,and while a further 14-month absence indicates an underlying fragility, he’s in very good hands TFRHHHHI BHA92
7 11-0
Br B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Lily Rock (IRE) Dominic Hislop (7) J
O Turcan Adams Gilmour N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B William Treacy Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t kicked on from his hurdle debut success at Ayr in 2023 and reverts to the smaller obstacles, having been off the bridle before most when again well beaten over fences last time. TFRHHIII BHA90
(IRE)(109) 1/-P D
6 10-13
Br B g Cotai Glory - Malta (USA) Conor Rabbitt (3) J
O Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton, Carluke T
B Tom Twomey
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little on reappearance/stable debut at Catterick on New Year’s Day and it’s hardly encouraging that he’s been absent since. TFRHHIII BHA89
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
9
ALVESTA
(GB)(66)443444
Br B m Study of Man (IRE) - Alinstante
O Miss Victoria Bewley
5 10-8
Jonathon Bewley J
George Bewley, Colby T
B Miss K. Rausing Lloyd Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden was again below form when fourth of 6 at Fakenham on final start for Matt Crawley in February and the switch to a new stable will need to spark improvement, if she’s to be competitive. TFRHHHII BHA84
ELLISTRIN BAY (GB)
(20) 3-PPP0P
Br B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Ellistrin Belle
O Ellistrin Partnership
B Eileen & Ron Smith
11
7 10-8
Sean Quinlan J
Donald Whillans, Hawick T
TIMEFORM VIEW Typically looked a hard ride when pulled up on handicap debut at Newcastle last time.
BIG LOVE (GB)(34)
44P464
Br B g Postponed (IRE) - Apalis (FR)
4 10-3
Jamie Hamilton J
O Mr J Blackburn & Mr M McWilliams Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: TREAD SOFTLY NOW 6 10 1 Charlie Maggs 11-2 (Ian Duncan) 6 ran Visor worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1. Hood worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 7, 8, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.
Stewards Note: ELLISTRIN BAY: Following its run on 31/3/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-hanedd.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Big Love (GB), 5-1 Gonnino (IRE), 11-2 The Best Way (FR), 15-2 Struth (IRE), 12-1 Parisian Fashion (IRE), 14-1 Gozo (IRE), 16-1 Interchangeable (GB), Alvesta (GB), 20-1 Ozzy Cosmo (IRE), 33-1 Ellistrin Bay (GB), 100-1 Highly Recommended (GB)
BIG LOVE has been shaping up well and can make his second start in handicap company a winning one. Gonnino and The Best Way are the notable dangers, though Struth merits a market check, his modest opening mark a far cry from the ability he showed on the Flat
Wednesday 6 May
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Saturday 24 October
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Tuesday 29 December
Leading course trainer (20-25): A M Thomson (29 wins from 186 runners, 16%) runs REMEMBERTHENAME Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Richards (3 wins from 9 runners, 33%) runs MS CINDY KATE Longest Traveller: CHOSEN HERO trained by L Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorla, 97 miles
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B m Nayef (USA) - Last Supper
O Mr R. Gibbons
2
Conner McCann (7) J
Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Robert GibbonsEdinburgh Real Ale Limited, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Debut bumper winner shaped as though this switch to a handicap/longer trip would suit when third (and not given a hard time) on qualifying run at Kelso (2m) in late-February, for all her opening mark looks on the
(IRE)(30)235032 6 11-13
Br Br g Axxos (GER) - Daybreaker (IRE) Patrick Wadge J
O Mr William George Carrington Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B John Long Border Embroidery S
TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive 6-y-o did all he could when second (no match for winner) in a 7-runner novice here last time and makes plenty of appeal back in a handicap TFRHHHHH BHA101 3
LESTER
MAIL (FR)(64)061-045 C 5 11-10
Br B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Queenly Mail (FR) Bruce Lynn J
O Dr J. Walker N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Mr Bernard Le Courtois, Mr Pascal NoueKinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper winner failed to repeat his previous effort when distant fifth on qualifying run at Musselburgh in February, though hisyardhashadsuccesswiththisfamily,andhecouldhavemoretooffernowhandicappingoveralongertrip TFRHHHHI BHA98
NEWPORT
(GB)(20) 313P32
6 11-6
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Chamber Maid Tom Midgley (3) J
O URSA Major Racing & I Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Barton Stud Partnership Iain Jardine Racing Ltd, Fleece Kitchen & Bar S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on secondstartforcurrent yardat Musselburgh in December and havingbounced back to his best when chasing home a class-dropper at Newcastle last time, he needs considering.
BARRAKILLA VAGE (IRE)
(26)FU544P 7 11-6
Br B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Ballinvassa (IRE) Derek Fox J
O Mr S. Coltherd Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
B Jack O’Dwyer
BHA94
TIMEFORM VIEW Beaten by more than a harsh opening mark/lack of fitness when pulled up on handicap bow at Hexham last time. TFRHHIII BHA94
POINT (IRE)(19)1P-4604 5 11-4
Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - French Friend (IRE)
Ryan Mania J
O Molly and Paul Willis Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B J. S. Bolger Opal Collection S
TIMEFORM VIEW Easy to back/shaped as if better for the run when fourth of 7 at Sedgefield on first start for emerging yard, and he has to have a chance in first-time cheekpieces, especially if the market speaks more favourably
5 11-1
Br Ch m Postponed (IRE) - Fen Ali Nathan Moscrop J
O The Friday Lions & RMRP Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Dan Tunmore Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Let down by her jumping on return from 10 weeks off at Newcastle last time, but this mark demands more regardless TFRHHIII BHA89
Br B m Shirocco (GER) - Kitty Power (IRE) Danny McMenamin J
O Multiple Sclerosis Borders Racing Club 1 Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Mrs M. Curran Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition), Adam Purves Mitsubishi S
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 5-y-o makes a quick switch to handicaps, having showed more than on hurdle debut when fourth of 9 in a Carlisle novice, and her opening mark looks a favourable one. TFRHHHHI BHA87
9
CHOSEN HERO (IRE)
(26) 060-0PP
8 10-10
Br Ch m Flemensfirth (USA) - Chosen Destiny (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Hambleton Racing & Partner Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Kedrah House Stud Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little in a trio of starts for new yard TFRHIIII BHA84
GLENRIDDING (GB)
(20) 0550
4 10-8
Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Eminently Callum Bewley J
O Bart Ryan-Beswick & Warwick Ryan-Beswick Ewan Whillans, Hawick T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going sort was always behind on handicap hurdle debut at Newcastle (25/1) last time. TFRHHIII BHA90
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2025:(See Div 1)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 9.
Stewards Note: MISS FRIDAY LIONS: Following its run on 3/3/2026 it was reported that the horse did not jump fluently
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Ms Cindy Kate (IRE), 4-1 Rememberthename (IRE), 5-1 Fine Point (IRE), 6-1 Newport (GB), 8-1 Hunters Spring (GB), Lester Mail (FR), 20-1 Miss Friday Lions (GB), 40-1 Glenridding (GB), 66-1 Barrakilla Vage (IRE), 80-1 Chosen Hero (IRE)
REMEMBERTHENAME is going the right way and may be able to go one better than he did in a novice here last time. Ms Cindy Kate is feared off a handy opening mark, though, with Lester Mail another likely improver on handicap bow. Fine Point hasn’t been long with a very capable stable and he completes the shortlist.
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Wednesday 6th May
This competitive six-race programme falls in the middle of the week and is therefore one of our less crowded days – making it the ideal time to explore and enjoy an unhurried afternoon at the races.
Kelso offers a single public enclosure so that all racegoers can get close to the horses in the Parade Ring and Winners Enclosure, as well as get a great view of the track.
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THE CHURCH HOUSE INVESTMENTS BUCCLEUCH CUP (A MAIDEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE) (CLASS 4) (CORINTHIAN SPIRIT QUALIFIER)
for maiden five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3123, 2nd £1562, 3rd £781, 4th £391. (Penalty Value £3593.10)
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Coltherd (18 wins from 124 runners, 15%) runs BENTLEY ROAD
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Coltherd (1 win from 4 runners, 25%) runs BENTLEY ROAD
Longest Traveller: BOLEY BOB trained by J J O’Shea, Nantwich, 212 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Emma Jane (IRE) Miss Lucy Brown (7) J
O Miss Lucy Brown Miss Lucy Brown, Hawick T
H Jedforest
TIMEFORM VIEW PointwinnerwhoturnedinhisbesteffortunderRuleswhenfourthinthisrace12monthsago Fitfrompointing (third last time) and could reach the frame in this again if reacting well to first-time cheekpieces
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Flying Central Miss Natasha Cookson (7) J
O Miss D. M. M. Calder Miss Amie Waugh, Morpeth T
H Berwickshire
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a maiden point last month but 12 lengths behind Boley Bob when third at Tranwell since. Hunter debut TFRHHIII BHA-
PHANTOMS CAVE (IRE)(30)32P1F1 7 12-0
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Fathom Cross Lady (IRE) Mr John Dawson J
O Mrs V. Russell M. Cregan, Mosshouses T
H Lauderdale
TIMEFORM VIEW Took a while to get off the mark in points but has now won his last 2 completed starts, gaining the latter win by 16 lengths at Overton last month. John Dawson does the steering on hunter debut Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA-
THE BACK BRAES (IRE)
(43)3526/0-2 8 12-0
Br B g Mustameet (USA) - Tub of Harte’s (IRE) Mr Thomas Easterby (5) J
O Mr Ian J. Herbert C. S. A. Marini T
H Jedforest
TIMEFORM VIEW WellheldinacoursebumperandmaidenhurdleunderRules Also0-5inpointsbutdidgodownby only a length in a maiden at Friars Haugh on his return from an absence 6 weeks ago TFRHHHII BHA-
(IRE)(30)3-32521 7 12-0
Br B g Lucky Speed (IRE) - Vic Dancer (IRE) Mr James Innes (7) J
O Mrs Angus Maclay Nick Orpwood, Mindrum T H Buccleuch
TIMEFORM VIEW Third in this on hunter debut under James Innes last year and arrives on the back of a second point win last month. Place claims in this again. TFRHHHII BHA8 HIGH ON
THE HILL
(GB)(23) 2-24112 8 11-7
Br Gr m Kingston Hill - Garden Feature Miss J. Walton J
O Messrs F. T. Walton James Walton, Morpeth T
H Border
TIMEFORM VIEW No form in 4 hurdles under Rules earlier in career but has fared better in points lately, winning twice at Alnwick this year Hunter debut TFRHHHII
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2025: SLANEY OPERA (IRE) 7 11 11 Mr Joe Wright 10-3 (Joe Wright) 8 ran Hood worn first time by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1, 2.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Boley Bob (IRE), 3-1 Phantoms Cave (IRE), 9-1 Theoldboggroad (IRE), 16-1 Amma Lord (IRE), 18-1 Flying Skipper (GB), The Back Braes (IRE), 20-1 Bentley Road (IRE), 22-1 High On The Hill (GB)
BOLEY BOB has been dominant in the pointing field in the last 12 months and can boost his stable’s already excellent strike-rate in hunters this season. Fellow hunter newcomer Phantoms Cave also arrives in good form from points and is second choice ahead of last year’s third Theoldboggroad.
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THE RACING TV OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
EIGHTH RACE | 5.35 2m 51y
for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £5000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2087, 2nd £1044, 3rd £522, 4th £261. (Penalty Value £2723)
Leading course trainer (20-25): A M Thomson (29 wins from 186 runners, 16%) runs EAGLE WARRIOR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Richards (3 wins from 9 runners, 33%) runs DILRISK Longest Traveller: MIDDAY RENDEZVOUS trained by J Candlish, Leek, 218 miles
Br Br g Passing Glance - Entertain Me I. J. Power J
O A. C. O’Keeffe Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Mrs A. L. Merry & Mr Brett Merry Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Passing glance gelding overcame inexperience and 2 of today’s rivals to make a winning debut at Newcastle, enhancing his yard’s fine recent record in bumpers, though he might just be vulnerable under a penalty. TFRHHHII BHA2
(FR)(37)4 BF 5 11-3
Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Perdicilla (FR) Danny McMenamin J
O Tarzan Bloodstock Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Mr Franck Soulard Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW EUR35,000 No Risk At All gelding was gambled on and shaped with plenty of encouragement when fourth behind Midday RendezvousinaNewcastlebumperondebut Willimproveandhasstrongclaimstoreversethatformonbetterterms TFRHHHHH BHA-
EAGLE WARRIOR (IRE)(37)6-15
5 11-3
Br B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Presenting Proform (IRE) Patrick Wadge J
O M Gabellone & S McMillan Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Mr John Flavin
TIMEFORM VIEW €60,000 purchase after winning an Irish point at the second attempt and he offered something to work with when 4 1/2 lengths fifth of 12 to Midday Rendezvous, for all longer distances will likely prove his optimum. TFRHHHII BHA-
YORGUNNAROCK (GB)(-)
5 11-3
Br B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Belle Bella (IRE) Derek Fox J
O Mr S. Coltherd Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
B W. S. Coltherd
TIMEFORM VIEW Yorgunnabelucky gelding. Dam (b68), ran once in bumper, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/ chase winner (stayed 21f) Glencassley. Newcomer is probably one for the longer term. TFRHHIII BHA5 TEESCOMPONENTS GAL (GB)(-)
5 10-10
Br B m Jack Hobbs - La Calinda Jamie Hamilton J
O Tees Components Ltd Gillian Boanas, Saltburn T
B Tees Components Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWJackHobbsmare.Half-sistertofairhurdler/chaserFenlandTiger(21/2m-31/4mwinner)andfair hurdler Teescomponentstrig (3m winner). Debutante is likely to need more time/distance. TFRHHIII BHA6
TIMEFORM VIEW Flat-bred gelding coped well with the test of speed when second of 5 in a Wetherby bumper on debut, and though grossly flattered by his proximity to the winner, he still commands respect in a thin race. TFRHHHHI BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2025: LESTER MAIL (FR) 4 10 9 Bruce Lynn 6-5 (N W Alexander) 5 ran Hood worn by No 3. Running for the first time since Gelding No 4.
There’s plenty to suggest that DILRISK can make it second time lucky and reverse form with Midday Rendezvous in the process Cape Warrior showed ability when runner-up on his debut and could prove the main danger to the selection.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.00 - THE ADAM SCOTT CELEBRATORY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (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, April 14th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb A memento will be presented to the winning owner and also a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 20 entries at £50. - Closed April 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE
Second Race 2.30 - THE MALCOLM “SCARRA” SCOTT MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 11th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb FAMILY and FRIENDS OF THE LATE MALCOLM SCOTT have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 22 entries at £45. - Closed April 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 3.00 - THE ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 11th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb The ROYAL CALEDONIAN HUNT have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 15 entries at £45. - Closed April 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 3.30 - THE REG AND BETTY TWEEDIE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 11th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb The RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. In addition, the winning owner will receive the Reg & Betty Tweedie Perpetual Rosebowl to be held for one year only 13 entries at £75. - Closed April 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE
Fifth Race 4.00 - THE SCOTTISH RACING ACADEMY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. £45 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 11th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Racecourse Executive will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. In addition, the winning owner will receive the Le Garcon D’Or Perpetual Cup to be held for one year only 16 entries, 1 at £9 and 15 at £45. - Closed April 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE
Sixth Race 4.30 - THE SCOTTISH RACING ACADEMY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. £45 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Penalties, after April 11th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb The Racecourse Executive will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. In addition, the winning owner will receive the Le Garcon D’Or Perpetual Cup to be held for one year only 15 entries, 1 at £9 and 14 at £45. - Closed April 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
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Seventh Race 5.00 - THE CHURCH HOUSE INVESTMENTS BUCCLEUCH CUP (A MAIDEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE) (CLASS 4) (CORINTHIAN SPIRIT QUALIFIER) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3593 to the winning horse The second to receive £1796, the third £898 and the fourth £449. for maiden five yrs old and upwards, which have a registered Hunter’s certificate issued by a Hunt affiliated to the Northern Point-to-Point Association and which have not won a steeple chase, hurdle race, National Hunt Flat race or flat race under any recognised Rules of Racing. Enter by noon, April 14th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st 12lb; 6-y-o and up 12st Mares allowed 7lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. This race has been generously sponsored by CHURCH HOUSE INVESTMENTS who will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive the perpetual Buccleuch Challenge Cup, to be held for one year only Only horses certified during the current season by Masters of a Hunt affiliated to the Northern Point-to-Point Association are qualified to start. Hunts within the Northern Point-to-Point Association: Berwickshire, Border, Braes of Derwent, College Valley & North Northumberland, Cumberland, Cumberland Farmers, Duke of Buccleuch’s, Dumfriesshire & Stewartry, Fife, Haydon, Jedforest, Lanarkshire & Renfrewshire, Lauderdale, Liddesdale, Morpeth, North Tyne, Percy, Tynedale and West Percy. (In entering for this race, the name of the Hunt represented must be stated). All horses which Start in this race will be eligible to enter the CORINTHIAN SPIRIT “GRASSROOTS” HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE SERIES FINAL to be run over a distance of about Three Miles about Two Furlongs (3m 2f 39y) at Kelso on May 24th, 2026. In the event of an abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse which had been Declared to Run in that race , or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualified to enter the Final. Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifying race will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final. 9 entries at £35. - Closed April 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3123; Second £1562; Third £781; Fourth £391. (Penalty Value £3593.10) HC
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Eighth Race 5.35 - THE RACING TV OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2723 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £627 and the fourth £314. for four, five and six yrs old only, 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, April 14th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 3lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. The Kelso Executive will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries at £25. - Closed April 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2087; Second £1044; Third £522; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2723) SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE
SAFETY INFORMATION
A day at Kelso Racecourse should be great fun for everyone; nobody wants an injury or an incident to spoil their day. So, when push comes to shove, we need to make sure that there isn’t any pushing or shoving.
The racecourse team prepares carefully for each event and we take every precaution to ensure that the site is as safe as is practical. However, we also need some help from you – to take responsibility for your own safety and to respect the safety and comfort of those around you. With this in mind, we’ve compiled a brief list of precautions that we’d like all visitors to consider:
Alcohol & Substance Abuse
Fortunately very few accidents occur at Kelso Racecourse, but those that do are most likely to be relatively minor incidents involving someone who has had too much to drink Quite simply: you’ll be safer if you drink less alcohol. On the rare occasion that we receive a customer complaint, it’s quite likely to be linked to the behaviour of someone who’s had one too many So please drink responsibly and encourage your friends to stay within their limits
Any incident involving substance abuse will be dealt with by Police Scotland.
Slips, Trips, Falls
We’ve commenced a series of developments at the racecourse and we’re gradually making the site more accessible for all, with smoother surfaces and ramps where we have differences in gradient
Please note that the site is not flat and there may be differences in levels, particularly between old surfaces, and surfaces which have recently been renewed. Please take care of yourselves and mind where you walk Don’t try to run faster than your legs can go, even if you think your bookmaker might be packing away for the day
Fences, Walls & Barriers
The fences, walls and temporary barriers located on the racecourse are intended to segregate people into specific areas This may include segregating people from horses or people from sensitive or hazardous equipment
Please do not attempt to climb over, sit on or stand on any barriers – regardless of whether they appear to be permanent or temporary features – they are not designed to take a person’s weight
Horses
Horses are big and run very fast; hopefully yours will run fastest of all. Please pay attention when in close proximity to the horses: stay on the public side of any barriers (close to the track or horse walk areas) and do not sit on or lean over barriers near to the horses The running rails are designed to encourage the horses to stay on the track –but they will not withstand a horse’s weight if they hit them, nor a jockey’s if he is thrown over them – so be prepared to move if a horse is behaving erratically
Fires
We’re proud of Kelso’s reputation for providing a warm welcome and the unique feature provided by the real fires that we light in the listed Grandstand and in the log-burning braziers surrounding the Parade Ring.
Our Fires have no brains – so please use your own. Fires are hot and there is a danger of burning yourself if you touch the fire or the surrounding metalwork Please do not put anything in the fires or fireplaces
Children
We welcome many children to Kelso races. Although we don’t consider them to be particularly dangerous, we do ask that all children are appropriately supervised by a responsible adult – who should be particularly mindful of all the considerations above
