Can you pay on the gate at Wetherby races?

Our ‘Cars to Course’ admission allows one car and up to 4 adults entry to the Course enclosure. Please be advised that our admission turnstiles no longer accept cash and admission on the day is now by card-payment only.

Why has Wetherby racing been Cancelled?

A racecourse in West Yorkshire has cancelled a meeting on Wednesday due to flooding. Chief executive of Wetherby racecourse Jonjo Sanderson had hoped there was a “slim chance” the meeting would take place.

Do you have to pre book tickets for horse racing?

It is no longer necessary to book tickets in advance and no Covid-19 screening questionnaires or testing are needed. That said, the Racecourse Association (RCA) and the BHA have asked those going to the races to consider taking a lateral flow test to confirm they are not infected with the virus.

Has racing at Wetherby been abandoned?

The track tweeted: “Following the 5mm rain last night, the course has been left with areas of false & unstable ground and we have therefore had to take the decision to abandon today’s @WillHillRacing Cleeve Hurdle fixture. “Apologies to everyone, but that sums up this winter!”

Is there a train station in Wetherby?

Wetherby unfortunately does not have a train station. The nearest large stations are Harrogate, York and Leeds, all between 12-15 miles from the Racecourse.

Can you take dogs to Wetherby races?

Public Access & Dog Walking Our main gates are usually open Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.30am and 5.00pm and we accept that local residents will want to walk their dogs and/or exercise within our grassed car park areas.

Who owns Wetherby Racecourse?

International Racecourse Management Ltd
Wetherby Racecourse is categorised as a small Racecourse and is independently owned. The Wetherby Steeplechase committee was formed in 1926. The racecourse is shareholder owned and managed by the Directors and by International Racecourse Management Ltd.

Do I need cash for the races?

Yes. The Tote and bookmakers will be present. For betting facilities only, contactless is recommended, but cash payment will still be an option.

When did Wetherby train station close?

6 January 1964
Station Name: WETHERBY 2nd SITE

Date opened: 1 July 1902
Company on opening: North Eastern Railway
Date closed to passengers: 6 January 1964
Date closed completely: 6 January 1964
Company on closing: British Railways (North Eastern Region)

Is Wetherby in North Yorkshire?

Wetherby (/ˈwɛðəbi/) is a market town and civil parish within the City of Leeds metropolitan borough, in West Yorkshire, England, close to the county’s border with North Yorkshire and lies approximately 12 miles (19 kilometres) from Leeds City Centre, 12 mi (19 km) from York and 8 mi (13 km) from Harrogate.

Can you walk dogs on Wetherby Racecourse?