We hope you all had a brilliant Christmas and New Year. Today always appears to be the day we all get back on the straight and narrow after all the festivities and what better way than coming racing There have been some special races over the break, and for me no better than Constitution Hill showing his class at Kempton.
We may not have any Constitution Hills’ running today (who knows) but we have a full racecard to kick off 2025 and some competitive races. Thanks to the Watson Family, Simply Delicious, Plyvine Caterers and Vobe Electrics for their sponsorship.
I hope we can provide some enjoyable race days for 2025 and for any friends that wish to be more engaged at the racecourse do become a member and benefit from what that has to offer. I like to think we are a friendly, real value, all engaging racecourse that provides good prize money for competitive racing I can assure you we try our hardest!
Regards
Simon Sherwood (Managing Director/Clerk of the Course)
CLUB ENCLOSURE
CLIVE
PLYMOUTH
JUBILEE
FAIRWAY
TRACKFACTS
A right-handed oval shaped course one and a half miles in circumference, with nine fences per circuit and a run-in of 450 yards. The hurdle course runs on the outside of the chase course and is slightly undulating
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT LUDLOW (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
FERGAL O’BRIEN (26 wins from 152 runners, 17%) runs BLUE BETTY (3.55).
H DALY (23 wins from 114 runners, 20%) runs GUSTOSO (2.15).
N TWISTON-DAVIES (21 wins from 132 runners, 16%) runs SMILING GETAWAY (2.50).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
D SKELTON (10 wins from 47 runners, 21%) runs CLAIM DU BRIZAIS (3.55).
N HENDERSON (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs LAUGHING JOHN (12.45), FRESH AS A DAISY (3.55).
P HOBBS & J WHITE (7 wins from 18 runners, 39%) runs SOLAR SYSTEM (2.15), MASTERS LEGACY (2.50).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT LUDLOW (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (24 wins from 156 rides, 15%)
rides ESPOIR DES FORGES (1.45), GUSTOSO (2.15), SMILING GETAWAY (2.50).
JONATHAN BURKE (19 wins from 113 rides, 17%) rides DUNSTALL RAMBLER (1.15), DWIGHT K SCHRUTE (1.45), PHILIPPA’S CHOICE (3.55).
NICO DE BOINVILLE (14 wins from 65 rides, 22%) rides LAUGHING JOHN (12.45), FRESH AS A DAISY (3.55).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
BEN JONES (8 wins from 24 rides, 33%) rides DUNSKAY (1.45), HARDY FELLA (2.15), LES’S JERSEY ROYAL (3.25), ELUSIVE FEELING (3.55).
NICO DE BOINVILLE (7 wins from 19 rides, 37%) rides listed above
SEAN BOWEN (5 wins from 37 rides, 14%) rides ANOTHER PEARL (1.45), SULLIVAN BAY (3.25), DELLAHAY (3.55).
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horse which has dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 2.15 HARDY FELLA (won off 114 down 4lb to 110).
NOTE:
HOW TO BET WITH AN ON-COURSE BOOKMAKER
1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to offer the correct stake money for your wager.
2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know it’s number). Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.
3. Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.
4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, i.e. for a win or a place
5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights.
6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes. e.g.£1, £5 or £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.
HOW TO READ THE RACECARD
EACH WAY BETTING
The RCA and the bookmaking association have agreed the following terms for all bookmakers offering each way betting on course.
NON-HANDICAPS
5 - 7 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2 8+ runners; One fifth the odds 1,2,3
HANDICAPS
5 - 7 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2 8 - 11 runners; One fifth the odds 1,2,3 12 - 15 runners; One quarter the odds 1,2,3
16+ runners; One quarter the odds 1,2,3,4
All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only
TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a promising start over hurdles, opening his account in good style at Plumpton (15.9f,
December Useful third at Kempton since and looks the one to beat here.
1. Colours Graphic - a visual of the Owners Silks that the Jockey will be wearing 2. Horse’s number on saddlecloth
3. Colour and sex of horse: B - Bay g - Gelding (followed by Sire and Dam) Br - Brown h - horse Ch - Chesnut c - Colt Gr - Grey f - filly Ro - Roan m - mare 4. Horse’s name 5. Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain
Number of day’s since horse last ran
Age of horse 8. Weight of jockey in Stones and Pounds
Owner’s Name(s)
Trainer’s Name and location of training establishment
13 Details of horse’s previous performances: Bold type indicates Point-to-Point form / denotes new season - denotes new year
C - The horse has won on this racecourse
D - The horse has won over this distance
CD - The horse has won over both this course and distance
BF - The horse was a beaten favourite on its last run
14 A guide to the horse’s recentform and star rating. Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
Selected to win the race
Good chance of being placed
By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims
Unlikely to win but not totally without hope Can be given little or no chance.
15 Jockey’s Name If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight
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£9000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for four yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which have not run in any race prior to October 1st, 2024, have not run in a Flat race and have not run in more than three previous hurdle races. Enter by noon, December 31st, 2024 and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 10lb Of 3 hurdle races 12lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race Special Note: A win in a Junior NH Hurdle will not prevent a horse from running in Novices’ Hurdle races during the following season. Wins outside these races will count as normal. Junior NH Hurdle wins will count for loss of Maiden status and all runs will be assessed by the BHA Handicapper 13 entries at £40. - Closed December 31st, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) No Horse st lb
1 VORDERMAN (GB) (27)
B g Study of Man (IRE) - Nadia Promise
Owner: Homecroft Wealth Racing
Trainer: Roger Teal, Lambourn
Breeder: Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
11 7
Jockey: Ben Ffrench Davis (5)
Form: 001
Sponsor:Homecroft Wealth
TIMEFORM VIEW Limited impact in a brace of bumpers but caused an upset upped to 17.7f switched to hurdling at Fontwell a month ago Not an obvious follow-up contender under a penalty Engaged 1.05 Plumpton Sunday. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
2 BLUE MOON LADY (GB) (19)
B f Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Dasina (GER)
Owner: B Jones & Son
Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud
11 0
Jockey: Charlie Price (3)
Form: 1 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Pether’s Moon filly Sister to fairly useful French 2 1/4m hurdle winner Moon Dawn and half-sister to a winner on Flat. Prominent in the betting and made perfect start to her career in 6-runner contest over C&D 3 weeks ago Penalty to carry but major player with improvement forthcoming. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
3 CLOSE COMBAT (IRE) (76)
Ch g Kessaar (IRE) - Windy Lane
Owner: Mr Samuel Jefford
Trainer: Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
11 0
Jockey: David Noonan
Form: 0
Sponsor:Junction 24 Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Kessaar gelding. Closely related to 7f/1m winner Naifah and half-brother to 2 winners. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful 2m hurdle winner Duty. Too green to show much in a bumper at Exeter.
4 JACKSON’S BAY (IRE) (25)
Ch g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Echo River (USA)
Owner: Mr R. E. R. Williams
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: Louis Kennedy
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
11 0
Jockey: Adam Wedge
Form: 05
TIMEFORM VIEW €4,000 3-y-o, Joshua Tree gelding. Closely related to fairly useful hurdler/chaser My Manekineko, stayed 3 1/4m, and half-brother to 6 winners, including smart hurdler Marsh Warbler. Showed more than on debut when fifth at Taunton but he’s probably a handicap project.
5 LAUGHING JOHN (GB) (-)
B g Postponed (IRE) - Mystery Code
Owner: Mrs Jean Sillett
Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Breeder: J. C. Sillett
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
11 0
Jockey: Nico de Boinville
Form:
Sponsor:Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth foal, closely related to fair 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Bletchley Storm (by Night of Thunder). Dam (h112), 2m hurdle winner, also 1 1/4m winner on Flat, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (2m winner) Mystery Drama. Newcomer for leading yard Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
6 LENJOLEUR DE PALMA (FR) (46)
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Evolue de Palma (FR)
Owner: Mr T. Ellis
Trainer: Tom Ellis, Rugby
Breeder: Ecurie Cerdeval
11 0
Jockey: Mr Jack Andrews (3)
Form: 34
Sponsor:Fresh Air
TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed ability both starts in similar contests during the autumn but more needed to open his account. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100
7 LUNDI NOIR (FR) (-)
Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Extra Noire (FR)
Owner: Plumbing World
Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Breeder: Guy Cherel
TIMEFORM VIEW
11 0
Jockey: Stan Sheppard
Form:
Sponsor:Plumbing World
€60,000 3-y-o, second foal, dam, 1 1/2m bumper winner in France, half-sister to fairly useful 17f hurdle winner Gars En Noir. Newcomer for respected yard. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
8 WALLQUATARI (FR) (38)
Gr g Waldpark (GER) - Dakatari (FR)
Owner: Jean Allen
Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Breeder: Denis Lemarie & Annie Lemarie
11 0
Jockey: Theo Gillard
Form: F2
Sponsor:Solitaire Fashions Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Waldpark gelding who showed some ability before falling in juvenile hurdle at Stratford (16.3f, good to soft) on debut in October Clear of the rest when runner-up at Doncaster the following month and that form puts him right in the mix.
9 ANALIESE (GB) (-)
B f Harzand (IRE) - Amourice (IRE)
Owner: Four Gents
Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Elms Bloodstock & Miss A Gibson Fleming
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
10 7
Jockey: Charlie Deutsch
Form:
Sponsor:Bob Price & Son Groundworks
TIMEFORM VIEW £18,000 3-y-o, first foal, dam, 1 1/2m-1 3/4m winner, half-sister to useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser in France (17f-19f winner) Angel’s Share.
10 HIGHBURY HILL (GB) (19)
B f Masterstroke (USA) - Kilronan High (IRE)
Owner: Johanna Adams & Partner
Trainer: Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Breeder: Mr W. Kinsey
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
10 7
Jockey: Lorcan Murtagh
Form: 03
Sponsor:Junction 24 Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Held back by inexperience when well-beaten eighth of 11 in fillies’ junior bumper at Stratford but knew more sent hurdling when 8 lengths third to Blue Moon Lady on hurdles debut over C&D 3 weeks ago Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2024: HILL SPIRIT 4 11 0 Nick Scholfield 9-2 (Archie Watson) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No 5.
Betting Forecast:
10-3 Blue Moon Lady (GB), 7-2 Laughing John (GB), 6-1 Wallquatari (FR), 15-2 Lundi Noir (FR), 10-1 Lenjoleur de Palma (FR), 14-1 Vorderman (GB), Analiese (GB), Highbury Hill (GB), 40-1 Jackson’s Bay (IRE), 66-1 Close Combat (IRE)
Race Summary: BLUE MOON LADY created a favourable impression when making a winning debut over C&D 18 days ago and with further progress likely, hopes are high that she can defy a penalty Wallquatari is second choice on form, with Laughing John is an interesting newcomer given the yard he represents.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BLUE MOON LADY 2. WALLQUATARI (FR) 3.LAUGHING JOHN
THERESULT
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HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
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SECOND RACE 1.15
THE SIMPLY DELICIOUS CAKES NOVICES’ HANDICAP
STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2m 4f 11yds)
for novice five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9000 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 novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, December 31st, 2024 and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb SIMPLY DELICIOUS CAKES has generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE
CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 14 entries at £40. - Closed December 31st, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) No Horse Age st lb
1 STONY MAN (IRE) (192)
B g Getaway (GER) - Answer My Question (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Sarah Llewellyn
Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
Breeder: Mrs Margaret Lucey
9 12 0
Jockey: Charlie Price (3)
Form: P/PP4-46
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner in spring 2022. Failed to complete next 5 starts over timber but revitalised initially by switch to chasing when fourth at Southwell back in April. Not so good next 2 starts though and now returns after 6 months off having switched yards. Tongue tie applied. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100
2 IRON D’EX (FR) (26)
Gr g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Soiree d’Ex (FR)
Owner: Mr Graham Wilson
Trainer: Sheila Lewis, Brecon
Breeder: S.C.E.A. de La Chaussee
7 11 10
Jockey: Sean Houlihan
Form: PP-1044 CD
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored on his chasing bow at Ludlow in October and dispelled a lesser effort in the mud refitted with cheekpieces when fourth in 8-runner handicap chase at Hereford (2m) in November. Again ran creditably back up in trip last time and he should remain competitive.
3 GARITSA BAY (IRE) (20)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Oscar Ladensa (IRE)
Owner: John Nicholls Racing
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: Mrs Caroline O’Driscoll
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 96
7 11 10
Jockey: Charlie Todd
Form: 331234
Sponsor:Hunter Plastics Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Compiled a solid record in handicap hurdles, doubling his tally at Worcester in June and good placed efforts both subsequent starts. Shaped as if in need of the experience sent chasing when fourth at Wincanton (15.7f, soft) last month and should build on that back up in trip
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 96
4 DUNSTALL RAMBLER (IRE) (20)
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Toungara (FR)
Owner: Mr Simon W. Clarke
Trainer: Tom George, Slad
Breeder: Simon W. Clarke
7 11 9
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: 2-0U351
Sponsor:HBA Media
TIMEFORM VIEW Had fallen further in the weights and finally got off the mark in 8-runner handicap chase at Wincanton (15.7f, soft) just under 3 weeks ago, scoring readily under hands-and-heels riding. 5lb higher here but can kick on now up and running.
5 ALDSWORTH (GB) (64)
B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Handmaid
Owner: On The Gallops - Aldsworth
Trainer: Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
Breeder: The Burling Family Ltd
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95
7 11 6
Jockey: Liam Harrison
Form: 30/F2P-0
TIMEFORM VIEW Still to win but improved form for his new yard last term, runner-up at Hereford (25.5f). Showed up a bit better than the distance beaten suggests in first-time blinkers after 11 months off at Huntingdon in November and worth monitoring in the betting now chasing.
6 YES AND YES (IRE) (312)
Gr g Flemensfirth (USA) - Our Katie (IRE)
Owner: Mr David W Jagger & Mrs Belinda Clarke
Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Pat & Eddie Barry
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 92
8 10 9
Jockey: Lee Edwards
Form: 0/04004-
TIMEFORM VIEW Just about matched his poor hurdles form sent chasing when fourth of 8 in handicap at this course (23.8f, heavy) when last seen 10 months ago Handicapper dropped him 5lb ahead of his return but others more solid.
7 MY MATE POLLY (GB) (25)
B m Forever Now - So Cannie
Owner: Mr E. A. Brook
Trainer: Bill Turner, Sherborne
Breeder: David Spence
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 81
5 10 8
Jockey: Harry Kimber
Form: P63r12 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Wincanton in November and backed it up with a good second of 5 in handicap chase at Taunton (18.2f, good) 25 days ago Remains low mileage in this sphere so rates a player.
8 ROCK ON RITA (IRE) (47)
B m Shirocco (GER) - Gilt Free (IRE)
Owner: Mr John P. McManus
Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Breeder: Miss Mariliis Joe
9 10 6
Jockey: Richie McLernon
Form: 1/6605/-P C D
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who won 2 mares’ handicap hurdles in 2022 but has yet to make an impact over the larger obstacles, including on return from lengthy absence in November Tongue tie added to cheekpieces.
9 NIGHT JET (GB) (17)
B g Telescope (IRE) - Midnight Belle
Owner: Dean, Gallis, Willetts & Vernon
Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland
Breeder: Mrs Patricia Ellen Holtorp
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 78
8 10 4
Jockey: Ben Poste
Form: 055-F32
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who showed no ill effects of a fall on reappearance when good third of 9 in handicap at Leicester last month and backed that up when a well-beaten second of 11 at Uttoxeter (15.8f, heavy) next time Not one to give up on making his chase debut.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 76
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: BALLYBEGG (IRE) 9 11 12 Richard Patrick 5-2 (Kerry Lee) 6 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1, 8. Blinkers worn by No 5.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 7, 8.
Stewards Note:
Race Summary:
Several in with a squeak but the suggestion is MY MATE POLLY, who remains low mileage in this sphere and arrives on the back of a couple of good efforts since the cheekpieces were reapplied.
YES AND YES: Following its run on 29/2/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Betting Forecast: 5-2 Dunstall Rambler (IRE), 11-2 Iron d’Ex (FR), 6-1 Night Jet (GB), 8-1 Garitsa Bay (IRE), My Mate Polly (GB), 10-1 Stony Man (IRE), 16-1 Aldsworth (GB), 18-1 Rock On Rita (IRE), 33-1 Yes And Yes (IRE) PLAY SMARTER
Dunstall Rambler kept mistakes to a minimum when scoring readily at Wincanton recently, so he heads up the opposition, with Iron d’Ex and Garitsa Bay taken to fight out third.
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‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race Enter by noon, December 31st, 2024 and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 8lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb VOBE ELECTRICS have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 19 entries at £40. - Closed December 31st, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418 (Penalty Value £4356.80) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10
1 AVIATION (IRE) (25)
Gr g Martaline - Keep Face (FR)
Owner: Mr James Summers
Trainer: Lucy Wadham, Newmarket
Breeder: Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd
6 11 8
Jockey: Tom Cannon
Form: 432
Sponsor:Weatherbys Hamilton LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well sole start in bumpers and built on encouraging hurdles debut when second of 12 upped to 21f in a Warwick maiden last month. Remains open to improvement and he’s a must for the shortlist. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 115
2 DUNSKAY (FR) (333)
Gr g Night Wish (GER) - Ardissone (FR)
Owner: OAP Syndicate
Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton
Breeder: Mme Sarah Faulks & Mr Nigel Faulks
6 11 8
Jockey: Ben Jones
Form: 101-
Sponsor:Horse & Groom East Ashling
TIMEFORM VIEW Related to a couple of useful types and winner of 2 of his 3 starts in bumpers last term, including when last seen at Huntingdon (15.8f, heavy) where he had 3 subsequent hurdles winners behind. Since had a wind op and brings potential to the table now faces with a stiffer test on this hurdles debut. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
3 DWIGHT K SCHRUTE (GB) (681)
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Artofmen (FR)
Owner: Apache Star Racing
Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Breeder: Mr & Mrs D. Futter
6 11 8
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: 1/- D
Sponsor:BetVictor
TIMEFORM VIEW £80,000 4-y-o. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/fair chaser in France La Henriade and fair 2m hurdle winner Docte Dina. Successful sole run between the flags in February 2023 and, though absent since, he needs a close on Rules debut for his respected, in-form new yard Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
4 ESPOIR DES FORGES (FR) (45)
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Ultratlantique (FR)
Owner: Lady Dulverton
Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Mr G. Defontaine & Mr F. Duvivier
7 11 8
Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies
Form: P3-20
Sponsor:Bob Price & Son Groundworks
TIMEFORM VIEW Promise when placed in pair of 19f Warwick maiden hurdles during the spring. However, he proved to be something of a let-down when only seventh on his reappearance at Chepstow and he arguably lacks the potential of some of these Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 112
5 MALINIFICENT (IRE) (32)
Ch g Malinas (GER) - Lady Mischief (IRE)
Owner: Collison Luck Orr & Rowley
Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Patricia & James Moroney
5 11 8
Jockey: James Bowen
Form: U-23
Sponsor:1Account Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW £52,000 buy who was runner-up on his sole completed start in points. Showed promise on hurdles debut in a 6-runner 2m Leicester novice last month and he’s a live each-way candidate with this step up in trip a good move Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
6 ROE AND CO (IRE) (428)
Br g Malinas (GER) - Limerick Rose (IRE)
Owner: Roe and Co Racing
Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Breeder: Kevin Cullen
7 11 8
Jockey: Gavin Sheehan
Form: C1-
Sponsor:BetVictor
TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £58,000 after landing a maiden point in November 2023 and it will be very interesting to see how he shapes up in the betting ahead of this Rules debut, particularly in relation to stablemate Dwight K Schrute, who possesses an almost identical profile Has undergone a wind op Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
7 SOLE SOLUTION (IRE) (32)
Ch g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Bell Storm (IRE)
Owner: Sir John Timpson
Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford
Breeder: The Beeches & Grange Stud
7 11 8
Jockey: Charlie Deutsch
Form: 11/-62
Sponsor:Timpson Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of both bumper starts during 2022/23 campaign and, following almost 2 years off, he was understandably in need of the experience/run on hurdles debut in November Subsequently chased home a potentially smart novice in Sixmilebridge upped to 20.5f at Leicester (heavy) and he’s a big player. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
8
ANOTHER PEARL (GB) (33)
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Hollies Pearl
Owner: Roy & Louise Swinburne
Trainer: Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle
Breeder: James and Jean Potter Ltd
5 11 1
Jockey: Sean Bowen
Form: 6-56
Sponsor:Trygunn Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam triple bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler. Signs of ability in bumpers but will probably be brought along gradually in this sphere, with a view to handicaps.
Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
9 BRAUNTON BURROWS (GB) (374)
Ch m Jack Hobbs - Laetitia (IRE)
Owner: Moorland Racing
Trainer: Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Breeder: Dr Bryan Mayoh
6 11 1
Jockey: Miss Jess Stewart (7)
Form: 0/66P-
Sponsor:Walling & Landscape Contractors
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in a trio of bumpers (first two for Nigel Twiston-Davies) and pulled up on hurdles bow at Doncaster when last seen 12 months ago
10 CHOSEN BAE (IRE) (17)
B m Mount Nelson - Winding Bae (IRE)
Owner: Ms J. Bennett
Trainer: Ryan Potter, Sellack
Breeder: Kedrah House Stud
Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
6 11 1
Jockey: Dylan Johnston (3)
Form: 23P-0
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in Irish points but pulled up on Newton Abbot hurdle debut in July 2023 and beaten a long way on recent comeback run at Uttoxeter where he sported a first-time hood/tongue strap (both retained).
Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
11 CLASHMORE BANTER (IRE) (30)
B m Shirocco (GER) - Glittering Ovation (IRE)
Owner: Martin Vaughan and Nikki Evans
Trainer: Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Breeder: Patrick McGrath
6 11 1
Jockey: Ellis Collier (7)
Form: 2P-P0
TIMEFORM VIEW Makes very little appeal making her Rules debut having offered little in 4 starts between the flags. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
12 DONTWORRYWEGOTTHIS (GB) (19)
Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Shropshirelass
Owner: Ms G. Howell
Trainer: Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells
Breeder: Tabitha Worsley
6 11 1
Jockey: Tabitha Worsley (3)
Form: 000
Sponsor:DRILL SERVICE (HORLEY) LTD, Nds Equine Nutrition
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little only start in bumpers and has fared no better in 2 starts since switched to hurdles.
13 GEMI CAT (FR) (19)
Ch m Gemix (FR) - Beautiful Cat (FR)
Owner: Ms S. Howell and Partner 1
Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend
Breeder: Gaec de La Seguegne & J.M. Campos
Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
5 11 1
Jockey: Jack Tudor
Form: P6
Sponsor:Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a hurdling winner in France but doesn’t look like a winner-in-waiting herself judged on what she’s shown on the racecourse so far. Yard also saddles Majestic Mia. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
14 KING’S CONSORT (IRE) (659)
B m Youmzain (IRE) - Shesafoxylady (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Pamela Deal
Trainer: Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle
Breeder: Mrs Elizabeth Kiernan
6 11 1
Jockey: Miss Olive Nicholls (7)
Form: 43/-
TIMEFORM VIEW Youmzain mare. Dam multiple bumper winner/made frame sole start over hurdles. Placed on the second of her 2 starts between the flags back in March 2023. Probably best watched on Rules debut. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
15 MAJESTIC MIA (IRE) (19)
B m Milan - Shuil Forth (IRE)
Owner: Encore Racing
Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend
Breeder: Charlie Harnett
5 11 1
Jockey: Liam Harrison
Form: F-5
Sponsor:Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show enough on recent C&D Rules debut to suggest that she’ll play a leading role in this contest. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
16 THE DANCING LASS (GB) (26)
B m Norse Dancer (IRE) - Leighton Lass
Owner: Mr & Mrs Mark Laws
Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud
5 11 1
Jockey: Charlie Hammond
Form: 60
Sponsor:Bob Price & Son Groundworks
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 6 in bumper at Bangor on debut in October and then trailed in last of 8 finishers switched to hurdles in a Hereford novice.
DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2024: AWAYTHELAD (IRE) 7 11 8 Kielan Woods 16-5 (Ben Pauling) 16 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 10 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2, 6. Betting Forecast: 10-3 Dunskay (FR), 9-2 Aviation (IRE), 5-1 Sole Solution (IRE), 13-2 Malinificent (IRE), 8-1 Roe And Co (IRE), 10-1 Dwight K Schrute (GB), 12-1 Espoir des Forges (FR), 66-1 Another Pearl (GB), King’s Consort (IRE), 150-1 Chosen Bae (IRE), Gemi Cat (FR), Majestic Mia (IRE), 250-1 The Dancing Lass (GB), 300-1 Braunton Burrows (GB), Clashmore Banter (IRE), Dontworrywegotthis (GB)
Race Summary:
Several to consider in what has the makings of an informative novice. DUNSKAY is just about the most interesting of the shortlisted candidates, with the form of his latest bumper success at Huntingdon working out well. Sole Solution stepped up on his hurdles debut when runner-up at Leicester last month and he is feared most ahead of Aviation and Malinificent. Jamie Snowden fields former point winners Dwight K Schrute and Roe And Co, both of whom need a close look in the betting.
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about THREE MILES (2m 7f 174yds) for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9000 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 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 16 entries at £40. - Closed December 31st, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) No Horse Age st lb
1 PLANET LEGEND (IRE) (45)
Ch g Galileo (IRE) - Zut Alors (IRE)
Owner: Mark Hough
Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Breeder: Knocktoran Stud
6 12 0
Jockey: Oliver Boyden (10)
Form: 02-32P2
Sponsor:Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back from a poor run at Huntingdon when second of 4 over 25f at Catterick in November Should be competitive but suspicion that wait for a first handicap win will go on.
2 JAMES JET (IRE) (237)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Givehertime (IRE)
Owner: Miss C. Shipp
Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Breeder: Mr Jarlath O’Dwyer
8 11 11
Jockey: Gavin Sheehan
Form: 11PP0-2 D
Sponsor:BetVictor
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who showed benefit of a wind op when landing handicaps over hurdles/fences at the end of 2023. Struggled on next 3 starts but back on song when second in chase at Southwell (3m) in May (final start for Warren Greatrex. Gone well fresh before and respected for new yard after wind op
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 114
3 FONTANA ELLISSI (FR) (371)
B g Sinndar (IRE) - Leni Riefenstahl (IRE)
Owner: Mr Anthony R.Hunt & Drinkwater family
Trainer: Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham
Breeder: S.R.L. Az. Agr. Razza Della Sila
9 11 10
Jockey: James Bowen
Form: 4/522/05- C
Sponsor:Solstice
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice at Cheltenham in late 2023. Not disgraced in 2 runs back from 13 months off last winter but off a further year ahead of this reappearance.
4 SOLAR SYSTEM (FR) (19)
B g Pastorius (GER) - Solar Wind (FR)
Owner: Mr John P. McManus
Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
Breeder: M.L. Bloodstock Ltd
RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 113
6 11 9
Jockey: Micheal Nolan
Form: 1-53121 C
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely progressive in handicaps, making it 3 wins in last 6 starts when seeing off 7 rivals over 21f here last month. A 4lb rise shouldn’t prevent another prominent showing now stepping up in trip.
112
5 HARDY FELLA (IRE) (25)
B g Libertarian - Combustible Spirit (IRE)
Owner: Bonita Racing Club
Trainer: Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Breeder: Mr B. Nolan
8 11 7
Jockey: Ben Jones
Form: PP-P505 CD
Sponsor:Hatherden Horse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over fences at Fontwell in 2023 but generally out of sorts since and a more compelling case can be made for most of his rivals.
6 IMPERIAL STORM (IRE) (26)
Ch g Shantou (USA) - Vindonissa (IRE)
Owner: Mr D. V. Gardner
Trainer: Susan Gardner, Longdown
Breeder: Kenilworth House Stud
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 110
9 11 5
Jockey: Mr James Shaw (7)
Form: 313/-P06 D
Sponsor:Woodhayes Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/ hurdles winner for Fergal O’Brien but off for 500 days prior to pulling up in a point in May and beaten a long way in handicap hurdles at Chepstow and Hereford in recent months.
7 GUSTOSO (GB) (26)
Gr g Passing Glance - Ruby Kew (IRE)
Owner: The Gustoso Partnership
Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow
Breeder: Mrs S. C. Welch
6 11 4
Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies
Form: 013-061
Sponsor:Humphrey Butler Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Benefitted from the step up in trip when successful over 25.5f at Hereford last month, staying on well. A 5lb rise may not stop one who is very much unexposed as a
8 AQUILA SKY (IRE) (37)
B g Arcadio (GER) - Starventure (IRE)
Owner: Sam Allwood Racing Club
Trainer: Sam Allwood, Whitchurch
Breeder: Seamus Cooney
10 11 2
Jockey: Alan Johns
Form: 353-45P D
Sponsor:Allwood Horse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler. Reached the frame 3 times over fences in the first half of 2024 but not in the same form back from a break in November and now reverts to hurdles in a bid to get back to form.
9 FADED FANTASY (IRE) (15)
B g Make Believe - Miss Dela (IRE)
Owner: Sue Howell
Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend
Breeder: Stonepark Farms Ltd
6 10 3
Jockey: Jack Tudor
Form: 504204 BF
Sponsor:Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORM VIEW Not won since June 2023 but went close on first attempt over fences at Hereford (25f) in November. Hasn’t built on that in a chase/hurdle since.
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: SAINT DAVY (FR) 7 11 8 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 6-5 (Jonjo O’Neill) 5 ran Visor worn by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 7, 8.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2. Betting Forecast: 5-2 Solar System (FR), 3-1 Gustoso (GB), 11-2 James Jet (IRE), 8-1 Faded Fantasy (IRE), 9-1 Planet Legend (IRE), 16-1 Fontana Ellissi (FR), 22-1 Hardy Fella (IRE), 33-1 Aquila Sky (IRE), 100-1 Imperial Storm (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
Race Summary: GUSTOSO could have more to offer as a stayer and is taken to defy the handicapper The thriving Solar System will be a danger if his stamina holds now stepping up to around 3m for the first time James Jet could also have a say if new trainer Jamie Snowden has him primed after a 7-month break.
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FIFTH RACE 2.50
THE PLYVINE CATERERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)
THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 1f 125yds) for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £15000 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 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb
PLYVINE CATERERS have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 12 entries at £50. - Closed December 31st, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50)
No Horse Age st lb
1 RAMO (FR) (268)
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Djeville (FR)
Owner: C B Compton & L Di Franco
Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford
Breeder: Mr Gildas Blain & Mrs Estelle Blain
8 12 2
Jockey: Charlie Deutsch
Form: 10232P- C D
Sponsor:Faucets Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who made a winning return in that sphere at this track last year Pulled up in a competitive event at Aintree 8 months ago but starts out over fences for stable with fine record with similar types.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 127
2 SMILING GETAWAY (GB) (25)
Ch m Getaway (GER) - One More Cookie (IRE)
Owner: James & Jean Potter Ltd
Trainer: Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Breeder: Mr Rowland Crellin
8 12 1
Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies
Form: 1130-15 C
Sponsor:Potter Group, Potters House
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer/hurdler who improved again to make a successful chasing debut at Ffos Las in October. Struggled in listed company at Warwick next time but may yet have more to offer in this sphere. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 126
3 PARTY BUSINESS (IRE) (30)
B g Shantou (USA) - Marias Dream (IRE)
Owner: Eventmasters Racing
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: R. Cody
9 11 11
Jockey: Charlie Todd
Form: 5P003P
Sponsor:Eventmasters Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Seemingly not the force of old and was pulled up over hurdles at Sandown last time, so plenty to prove back over the larger obstacles.
4 ROGER POL (IRE) (37)
B g Shantou (USA) - Laren (GER)
Owner: Cobbold Allen Ogilvy Shaw Morley
Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Breeder: Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 122
7 11 11
Jockey: Gavin Sheehan
Form: 22P0-13
Sponsor:BetVictor
TIMEFORM VIEW Went in at the first attempt over fences at Southwell in October and backed it up with a good staying-on third of 5 in handicap chase at Doncaster (19.1f, good) 37 days ago. Merits serious consideration back up in trip
5 MASTERS LEGACY (IRE) (18)
Br g Getaway (GER) - Gently Go (IRE)
Owner: Mrs P. Bosley
Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
Breeder: Robin Harold-Barry
RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 122
10 11 9
Jockey: Micheal Nolan
Form: 132/-0FP
Sponsor:Philip Hobbs Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Chase debut winner at Exeter in November 2022 but more miss than hit since and was pulled up at the same course last time Hard to make a solid case for.
6 BALKARDY (FR) (19)
Ch g Balko (FR) - Kalimnos (FR)
Owner: Mr W. J. Evans
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: Mr Hugo Merienne & Mr Yann Hamon
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 120
8 11 1
Jockey: Isabel Williams (3)
Form: 50P-153
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Made light of a six-month lay-off when landing 5-runner handicap chase at Stratford (22.6f, good to soft) in October and generally respectable efforts since, third here last time Not dismissed.
7 FEVER DREAM (IRE) (22)
Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - O What A Girl (IRE)
Owner: Bedford & Noel & The Can’t Say no
Trainer: Christian Williams, Bridgend
Breeder: John O’Donovan
7 10 6
Jockey: Jack Tudor
Form: 125P40
Sponsor:Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over hurdles at Perth in June and followed that with a couple of respectable efforts in defeat. Yet to fire over fences but it’s still early days.
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: KESTREL VALLEY 10 11 11 Sam Twiston-Davies 9-2 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3. Betting Forecast: 11-4 Smiling Getaway (GB), 7-2 Roger Pol (IRE), 5-1 Ramo (FR), 11-2 Balkardy (FR), 10-1 Fever Dream (IRE), 16-1 Masters Legacy (IRE), 18-1 Party Business (IRE)
Race Summary:
PLAY SMARTER
ROGER POL, having made a winning start to chasing, found the trip too sharp last time, so he’s fancied to get back on the up returned to a suitable distance. Smiling Getaway still has more to offer in this sphere and Ramo looks a fascinating chasing debutant.
THERESULT
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L U K E WA T S O N
0 8/ 0 8 / 1 9 9 2 - 13 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 8
Family and friends are gathering for a fifth and final time at Ludlow today to remember Luke and raise a glass in his memory
If you have attended this meeting over the last few years, you may recall reading that Luke started in racing in 2009 and that he worked initially in Epsom for Jim Boyle, the late John Akehurst and Simon Dow. He then moved to the Cotswolds where he worked for Paul Webber, Alex Hales and finally Richard Phillips. Luke left racing in the summer of 2018 and returned home to Yorkshire to pursue a career elsewhere. However, despite his outgoing and happy go lucky attitude, unbeknown to us he had been struggling with his mental health for a number years, and sadly in November that that year at the age of just 26, Luke took his own life.
Although suicide is no longer the taboo subject it has been in the past, the statistics are still frightening. Men account for 75 per cent of all suicides in the UK, where it is also the leading cause of death for men under the age of 50 During 2023 there were 5,656 suicides registered in England alone
There are a number of organisations who offer help and support to people struggling with their mental health, from helplines and online support to group and individual meetings. This is not an exhaustive list, but they include the Samaritans, Anxiety UK, CALM, MIND, Andy’s Man Club and James’ Place.
If you’re struggling, or you know someone who is, then these organisations can help and if as a result of someone contacting them it means one less family going through what we have, then that can only be a good thing.
We have received nothing but love and support from people in the racing community over the last 6 years or so. Many of these people knew Luke, but a number didn’t, and that speaks volumes for racing as a whole
We are very grateful to each and every one of them and there are far too many to name individually
However, we would particularly like to thank David Fitzgerald, Richard Phillips, Alex Hales, Luke’s former work mates, many of whom have kept in touch with us, and finally everyone at Ludlow who have looked after us and made us feel so welcome over the last few years, especially Diane Thomas and Simon Sherwood.
Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts, The Watson Family.
SIXTH RACE 3.25
THE LUKE WATSON MEMORIAL NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP
HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 5f 55yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, December 31st, 2024 and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after December 28th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb THE WATSON FAMILY have generously supported the prize fund for this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 29 entries at £40. - Closed December 31st, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 No Horse
1 DUBLIN TO MILAN (IRE) (39)
B g Milan - Glenlogan (IRE)
Owner: C & C Boultbee Brooks
Trainer: Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope
Breeder: Mr Joe Cashman
6 11 12
Jockey: Richard Patrick
Form: 4/4-U000
Sponsor:Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame all 3 starts in points. Comfortably held in 2m novice hurdles but potential improver now handicapping over a longer trip
2 BABATUNDE (IRE) (19)
Bl g Kalanisi (IRE) - Tavadden (IRE)
Owner: Mr B. Wright
Trainer: Richard Mitford-Slade, Norton Fitzwarren
Breeder: Ian Dullea
6 11 12
Jockey: Micheal Nolan
Form: 3464
Sponsor:Pontispool Equine Sports Centre
TIMEFORM VIEW Purchased for £50,000 after finishing third in an Irish point last spring. Only minor promise over hurdles in recent months but handicaps may see him in a better light.
3 CALL YOUR BLUFF (GB) (46) 5 11 10
B g Telescope (IRE) - Squeeze Me
Owner: Mr T. Ellis
Trainer: Tom Ellis, Rugby
Breeder: F. Lloyd
Jockey: Fergus Gillard
Form: 030
Sponsor:Fresh Air
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort over hurdles when third over 2m at Kempton in November Steps up in trip for handicap debut with a first-time tongue tie also added.
RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 93
4 LES’S JERSEY ROYAL (IRE) (21)
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Milano Glen (IRE)
Owner: Mr Les de la Haye
Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton
Breeder: Gareth Metcalfe
6 11 9
Jockey: Ben Jones
Form: 5-500
Sponsor:Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Some promise on 20.5f Leicester hurdle debut in November Well held in 2 outings over 2m but should appreciate the step back up in trip now handicapping. It’ll be interesting to see what the betting makes of him. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 92
5 MAC’S XPRESS (IRE) (50)
Ch g Mount Nelson - Snob’s Supreme (IRE)
Owner: Mr Robert P. Clarke
Trainer: Clare Ellam, Market Drayton
Breeder: Reamonn & Shauna Rice
7 11 7
Jockey: Ben Poste
Form: 405006
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a long-standing maiden and has offered little in 3 starts since joining this yard Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 90
6 BROCKARNO (GB) (17)
Ch g Lucarno (USA) - Brockwell Abbey
Owner: Mr David W Jagger & Mrs Belinda Clarke
Trainer: Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth
Breeder: The Roper Family
7 11 5
Jockey: Lee Edwards
Form: 6/0-6300
TIMEFORM VIEW Third on the second of his 3 qualifying runs over hurdles but made an inauspicious start to his handicap career at Uttoxeter just before Christmas. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 88
7 TOM TAGGLE (IRE) (40)
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Taggle Og (IRE)
Owner: C M Marles Partnership
Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Breeder: Patrick Hayes
5 11 4
Jockey: Adam Wedge
Form: 0-064
Sponsor:Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor form in a bumper and 3 hurdles but could fare better in handicaps. One to note in the betting. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 87
8
CHURCHMAN (GB) (233)
B g Dunaden (FR) - Pickersleigh (IRE)
Owner: Mr Mervyn Jones
Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Mervyn Jones
7 11 3
Jockey: Jay Tidball (5)
Form: 0424-35
Sponsor:Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Went close in 2m course handicap last February Should stay this far but off since a below-form fifth over 2 1/2m at Bangor in May.
9 BRUCE GOBBLER (GB) (36)
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Eardisland
Owner: House Family Partnership
Trainer: Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne
Breeder: Unity Farm Holiday Centre Ltd
RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86
6 11 2
Jockey: Ben Godfrey
Form: 0F-P314
Sponsor:Lydeard Farm Bush Camp & Lodge, The Firehouse Somerset
TIMEFORM VIEW Little form of worth for the Philip Hobbs & Johnson White stable last season, including well held on handicap debut in February Has won a point since but well-held fourth in this sphere last month ahead of this return to hurdles.
10 OLIVIA KATE (GB) (27)
Gr m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Another Kate (IRE)
Owner: Mr David M. Richards
Trainer: Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Breeder: D. M. Richards
RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 85
6 11 1
Jockey: Stan Sheppard
Form: 000510 CD BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Advanced her form when easily getting off the mark in 10-runner C&D handicap (soft) in November but not in anything like the same form when seventh at Uttoxeter since. A return to Ludlow needs to help spark a revival. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84
11 DE VEGA’S WARRIOR (IRE) (21)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Oh Sedulous (IRE)
Owner: J & A Young (Racing) Limited
Trainer: Henrietta C Knight, Wantage
Breeder: Dubois Holdings Ltd & Lope de Vega Synd.
6 11 1
Jockey: Brendan Powell
Form: 0533
Sponsor:Jayplas
TIMEFORM VIEW A frustrating maiden handicapper on Flat. Best run over hurdles when third of 11 on 20.5f Southwell handicap debut last month and the yard has hit form in recent days
12 SEAHOUSES (GB) (32)
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Ceilidh House
Owner: Mr David Gibbons
Trainer: Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Lawn Stud
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 84
5 10 12
Jockey: James Best
Form: 550-PP
Sponsor:K & M (Hauliers) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden on the Flat for Ralph Beckett but only poor form over hurdles, including pulled up in both handicaps. Can only be watched.
TIMEFORM VIEW Has looked limited in bumpers and over hurdles, including pulled up on handicap debut last month. A first-time tongue tie needs to spark improvement.
14 SULLIVAN BAY (IRE) (25)
B g Australia - Chatting (IRE)
Owner: Affiliate Racing Sullivan Bay Syndicate
Trainer: Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
Breeder: Chatting Partnership
Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 77
5 10 8
Jockey: Sean Bowen
Form: 0-0P5P2 BF
Sponsor:Frank Inns
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed next to nothing for Henrietta Knight but back to winning ways on first start for this yard on AW Flat at Chelmsford (2m) in October. Placed on all 3 outings since, including a close second in a 20.5f handicap hurdle at Plumpton. Big player under Sean Bowen.
15 VON HALLERS (IRE) (84)
Br m Presenting - Afaraka (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. Perriss
Trainer: Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham
Breeder: Paddy Kennedy
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 77
7 10 7
Jockey: Tom Bellamy
Form: UPP6-P5
Sponsor:Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW First form when fifth of 9 in 2 1/2m Hereford handicap hurdle in October An unexposed profile provides hope that she can build on that.
RatingHHHII
16 CHARMING GETAWAY (IRE) (52)
B g Getaway (GER) - Charming Leader (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Mary Davies
Trainer: Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Breeder: The Charming Lads Syndicate
BHA Rating 76
8 10 7
Jockey: Charlie Deutsch
Form: 00/06/-45
Sponsor:Bob Price & Son Groundworks
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor form. Entitled to strip fitter for November’s run at Southwell but others are more persuasive.
DECLARED RUNNERS 16
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 3, 13. Blinkers worn by No 14. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 10
Stewards Note:
OLIVIA KATE: Following its run on 10/12/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
SEAHOUSES: Following its run on 5/12/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
Betting Forecast:
3-1 Sullivan Bay (IRE), 7-1 Von Hallers (IRE), 9-1 De Vega’s Warrior (IRE), 11-1 Les’s Jersey Royal (IRE), 12-1 Churchman (GB), Olivia Kate (GB), 14-1 Babatunde (IRE), 18-1 Charming Getaway (IRE), 20-1 Tom Taggle (IRE), 28-1 Dublin To Milan (IRE), Call Your Bluff (GB), Bruce Gobbler (GB), 50-1 Brockarno (GB), Seahouses (GB), 80-1 Mac’s Xpress (IRE), 100-1 Prairie Queen (GB)
Race Summary:
SULLIVAN BAY has had a good spell since joining Jim & Suzi Best and is the most solid option in a race featuring a few who haven’t shown much so far but could take a step forward in handicaps. The good recent form of the Henrietta Knight stable earns De Vega’s Warrior a place on the shortlist, along with handicap newcomers Babatunde and Les’s Jersey Royal.
SEVENTH RACE 3.55
THE
JOIN
RACINGTV NOW MARES’ OPEN
NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4)
(Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
about TWO MILES (1m 7f 169yds)
for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares
Total prize fund
£6000 Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3267 to the winning horse The second to receive £1505, the third £752 and the fourth £376 for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares 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, December 31st, 2024 and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 4th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 3lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race LUDLOW RACE CLUB will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable attendant responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 25 entries at £30 - Closed December 31st, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2504; Second £1252; Third £626; Fourth £313. (Penalty Value £3267.60)
No Horse Age st lb
1 BLUE BETTY (GB) (-)
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Bit of A Geordie
Owner: The Megsons
Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Breeder: Brendan Keogh
5 11 3
Jockey: Kielan Woods
Form: Sponsor:Bresbet
TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil mare. Dam, ran twice in bumpers, half-sister to smart hurdler/useful chase winner (stayed 3m) Bitofapuzzle One to note on debut.
2 BORDER GEM (GB) (39)
B m Gemix (FR) - Border Flora
Owner: Notre Cheval Partnership
Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton
Breeder: T. C. Dawson
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
5 11 3
Jockey: Chad Bament (7)
Form: 5 Sponsor:Brendon Powerwashers
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning pointer and signs of ability in a bumper at Taunton in November Will need to step forward markedly from that if she’s to make an impact, though.
3 CELESTRON STAR (GB) (-)
B m Telescope (IRE) - Run Ructions Run (IRE)
Owner: Upton House Stud & Chris Stedman
Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Breeder: Laura Newland & Caroline Stedman
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
5 11 3
Jockey: Luke Scott (5)
Form:
Sponsor:Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Telescope mare. Half-sister to fair hurdler Scarlet O’Tara. Dam (c131/h135), 2m-3m hurdle/chase winner, sister to temperamental hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 2 1/2m) Westerners Son. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
4 CLAIM DU BRIZAIS (FR) (71)
B or Br m Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - La Trattoria (FR)
Owner: Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Claim du
Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester
Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras de Magouet
5 11 3
Jockey: Harry Skelton
Form: 2-3
Sponsor:Olive Print & Graphics
TIMEFORM VIEW Cost £130,000 after finishing second in an Irish point almost a year ago and made a positive start under Rules when third in a better race than this at Aintree a couple of months ago Sets the standard and can do better Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
5 DELLAHAY (GB) (57)
B m Scorpion (IRE) - Cooling
Owner: Miss Courtney Carter
Trainer: Rebecca Curtis, Newport
Breeder: Sarah Carter
5 11 3
Jockey: Sean Bowen
Form: 0
Sponsor:William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW Not much to go on pedigree wise and she didn’t feature at Ffos Las on debut a couple of months ago Others are more persuasive.
6 EBARANA (GB) (-)
B m Champs Elysees - Ebana
Owner: BDRSyndicates
Trainer: Noel Williams, Blewbury
Breeder: R. W. Russell
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
6 11 3
Jockey: James Davies
Form: Sponsor:Noel Williams Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Champs Elysees mare. Dam unraced half-sister to very smart hurdler (stayed 3m) Ebadiyan. Stable can get one ready and she’s worth a market check.
7 ELUSIVE FEELING (IRE) (-)
Ch m Diamond Boy (FR) - High School Days (USA)
Owner: Martians Racing
Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton
Breeder: Miriam McDonnell
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
5 11 3
Jockey: Ben Jones
Form: Sponsor:Spillers Horse Feeds, Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW €42,000 3-y-o, Diamond Boy mare. Dam (c126/h128) 2m hurdle/chase winner, also 9f winner on Flat. Of obvious interest on debut.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
8
FRESH AS A DAISY (GB) (29)
B m Kapgarde (FR) - Whoops A Daisy
Owner: Just Four Men
Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Breeder: N. J. Henderson and Mrs S. A. Aston
6 11 3
Jockey: Nico de Boinville
Form: 5
Sponsor:Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEW Related to a useful sort in bumpers and was pitched into listed company for her debut at Huntingdon, finishing a promising fifth. Open to improvement and can make her presence felt.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
9 LAND GIRL’S LUCK (IRE) (345)
B m Workforce - Isityourself (IRE)
Owner: Mr Richard Bailey
Trainer: Max Comley, Naunton
Breeder: John Redmond
6 11 3
Jockey: Mr James King (3)
Form: 32-
TIMEFORM VIEW Workforce mare Dam (h99) bumper winner Wears tongue strap. Placed both starts in point bumpers, runner-up last time (Jan 2024).
10 MISTLETOE (GB) (43)
B m Linda’s Lad - Stillhertoes
Owner: Mr David Roseby
Trainer: Joe Tickle, Tiverton
Breeder: Miss J M Jeffery
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
5 11 3
Jockey: Taylor Fisher
Form: 1 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Linda’s Lad mare. Dam winning pointer. Won sole start in point bumpers, so shouldn’t be taken lightly
11 NEVER TOLD ME (GB)
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Feisty Lass (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. P. Selby
Trainer: Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary
Breeder: J. P. Selby
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
(-) 6 11 3
Jockey: Nick Scholfield
Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil mare. Half-sister to fair 3m chase winner So They Say. Dam (h94) 2 1/2m hurdle winner (stayed 3m). Likely to need time
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
12 PHILIPPA’S CHOICE (IRE) (61)
B m Mahler - Castleonthehill (IRE)
Owner: North Meets South
Trainer: Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Breeder: Mr Edmond Roche
5 11 3
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Form: F-4
Sponsor:Planned Office Interiors Ltd, Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fell on her only start in points but showed ability in a bumper at Chepstow a couple of months ago and could compete for a place if she builds on that.
13 SHE THAT SHARES (IRE) (-)
B m Mizzou (IRE) - Bella Miranda
Owner: A Good Days Racing
Trainer: Tracey Barfoot-Saunt, Wotton-under-Edge
Breeder: Mr M. Kearney
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
5 11 3
Jockey: Mr Harvey Barfoot-Saunt (7)
Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Mizzou mare. Half-sister to 4 winners, including Amadeon. Dam 1 1/2m winner. Wears tongue strap. Bred to have enough speed for this test
14 WALKINGTHELINE (IRE) (51)
B m Policy Maker (IRE) - Manorwalk (IRE)
Owner: Miss Jane Allison
Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Breeder: Anne Marie Ryan
NON-RUNNER
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
5 11 3
Jockey:
Form: 43
Sponsor:Plumbing World
Form: Sponsor:
TIMEFORM VIEW From the family of a useful chaser and has showed ability to hit the frame on both starts to date. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
15 GAELIC SAINT (GB) (-)
B f Saint des Saints (FR) - Gaelic Joy (FR)
Owner: DahlBury Racing
Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland
Breeder: Simon Davies
4 10 4
Jockey: Ben Poste
Form: Sponsor:Gun Dog Gin Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Saint Des Saints filly Dam, French hurdler (19f winner), half-sister to French hurdler/ chase winner (17f/2 1/4m winner) Gaelic Ocean. Not discounted on debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2024: BELLAS BRIDGE 5 11 3 Gavin Sheehan 85-40 (Jamie Snowden) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9, 13.
Betting Forecast:
3-1 Claim du Brizais (FR), 5-1 Fresh As A Daisy (GB), 6-1 Blue Betty (GB), 11-1 Elusive Feeling (IRE), 18-1 Philippa’s Choice (IRE), Gaelic Saint (GB), 20-1 Celestron Star (GB), 22-1 She That Shares (IRE), 25-1 Border Gem (GB), Land Girl’s Luck (IRE), Mistletoe (GB), 28-1 Dellahay (GB), Ebarana (GB), 66-1 Never Told Me (GB)
Race Summary:
CLAIM DU BRIZAIS arrives on the back of a solid Rules debut at Aintree and is fancied to open her account at the possible expense of Fresh As A Daisy, who should have learned from her initial outing in listed company at Huntingdon. Blue Betty is the pick of the newcomers on paper
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.
SHUTTLE BUS
The complimentary Shuttle Bus will start at approx 11.30am from Ludlow Station (3 runs).
The return Shuttle Service will start after the last race (which takes place at 3.55pm) from the Course back to the station (3 runs). Please note once the bus is full with passengers it will depart
NEXT MEETING AT LUDLOW
Ludlow Racecourse would like to thank all racegoers for attending racing today and look forward to welcoming you back here on: THURSDAY 16TH JANUARY
RICHARD DAVIS AWARD
For the Top Conditional Jockey riding at Cheltenham, Chepstow, Hereford, Ludlow, Stratford, Warwick and Worcester during the period 4th May 2024 - 26th April 2025 (Sponsored by the Cheltenham & Three Counties Race Club)
Scoring: a Winner 10 points, a Second 7 points, a Third 4 points, a Fourth 2 points
1stDylan Johnson 129 pts
2nd Freddie Gingell 97 pts
3rdJames Turner 91 pts
4th Jack Hogan 85 pts
5th= Callum Pritchard 63 pts
5th= Caolin Quinn 63 pts
Richard Davis was a talented jump jockey tragically killed in a fall over fences in 1996. This award is named in his memory.
NEW YEAR’S RACE DAY
MONDAY 6TH JANUARY 2025
TODAY’S OFFICIALS
PATRON
The Rt Hon. The Earl of Plymouth, D.L.
STEWARDS
Guy Upton (Chief Steward)
Caroline Robinson (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Daniel Andrews, Louise Moore, Lyndsay Glynn
STARTERS
William Jordan
Ciaran McKee
JUDGE
Nick Bostock
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Chris Hill
EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Jane Southam
Joanna Vickers
Jeremy Willis
VETERINARY OFFICER
Kate Maxwell
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Graham Cook
Dr Chris Reece
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Graham Potts BVetMed MRCVS
Mark Georgetti BVSc, CertES, MACVS, MRCVS
Anne Gibbs MRCVS NURSES
Naomi Cummings, Gilly Forde
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Cathryn Woodhall FARRIER
Mr D Williams
CHAIRMAN OF THE CLUB COMMITTEE
Viscount Boyne
COMMENTATOR
David Fitzgerald
BETTING RING MANAGER
Andrew Collins
COURSE OFFICIALS
CLERK OF THE COURSE
Simon Sherwood
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Diane Thomas
MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
Mark Horner
ACCOUNTANT
Tracy Price
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Penny Morris
HEAD GROUNDSMAN
Tom Moreland
SECURITY OFFICER
Chris Booton
CATERING MANAGER
Stuart Matthews
LUDLOW RACECOURSE
Bromfield, Ludlow, SY8 2BT
Racecourse Office: The office is situated in the Members’ Enclosure.
T: 01584 856221
E: mail@ludlowracecourse.co.uk
W: www.ludlowracecourse.co.uk
IMPORTANT NOTICES
ADMISSION BADGES
We would be grateful if all racegoers (annual & day members, owners and trainers) would prominently display their badges at all times. Thank you for your co-operation.
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY AT ALL BRITISH RACECOURSES
Admission to the racecourse is subject to the right of the Racecourse Executive to refuse admission to or to expel any racegoer whose behaviour is considered by it to constitute or to be likely to lead to unruly behaviour. Any instance of unruly behaviour, such as drunkenness, abusive conduct, singing or shouting, shall entitle the Racecourse Executive to expel the offending racegoer without prior notice It is forbidden to take a drink or food into racecourse enclosures other than picnic areas Racegoers must abide by any regulations, including the observance of designated no-drinking areas and standards of dress
DRESS CODE
Please note that a smart casual dress code is to be adhered to in the Club Enclosure. Shorts and sports clothing are not permitted throughout this enclosure
ABANDONMENT POLICY
In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on badges & tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances:
a) Abandonment before completion of the first race: Full Refund
b) Abandonment before completion of the third race: 50% Refund
c) Abandonment thereafter: No Refund Refunds cannot be made on the day.
All refunds must be claimed within 28 days of the meeting.
To obtain a refund, racegoers must send their ticket with full name and address details to: Ludlow Race Club Ltd., Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 2BT
CANTER DOWN/AMBULANCE TRACK
Members of the public are not permitted on this area at any time during racing.
HORSE WELFARE
“Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider” At Ludlow Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks as far as possible. We aim to deal quickly and humanely with injured horses and to maintain the highest quality of veterinary care We have three Equine Veterinary Surgeons in attendance at all meetings who are responsible for the welfare of all horses in action One Veterinary Surgeon follows the race in the centre of the course and can attend a horse with the same response time as the Paramedic teams responsible for the jockeys. It is our policy to erect screens around any injured horse requiring Veterinary attention on the racecourse. This is designed to provide privacy for the Veterinary Surgeons, the patient and connections Please do not assume the worst.
LUDLOW CLUB ROOM
The Ludlow Club Room on the ground floor of the Plymouth Stand is for the Exclusive use of the holders of Ludlow Annual Members Metal Badges and Ludlow Annual Members Guest Badges only.
COURSE CROSSINGS
In the interests of Safety would members of the public please note that when the order “Jockey Mount” is given they must clear the course ready for the horses leaving the paddock and going to the start.
VIEWING ON COURSE
Would all patrons please note that while any race is in progress no person is allowed on the course except Racecourse Ground Staff and First Aid Attendants. All other persons must stay behind the running rails. THIS INCLUDES OWNERS, TRAINERS, JOCKEYS, PRESS and PHOTOGRAPHERS.
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS
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 non-handicap 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.
PUBLIC EVACUATION
PROCEDURE PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
In the unlikely event that the racecourse buildings need to be evacuated please read the following information for your own safety. The Racecourse Management will only take such action if an emergency situation arises such as a FIRE or BOMB THREAT and all decisions taken will place public safety as a priority. If an evacuation is necessary the following announcement will be made over the PA system:
“THIS IS A SECURITY MESSAGE. IT IS NECESSARY FOR ALL PERSONS TO LEAVE THE RACECOURSE BUILDINGS AND WALK TO THE GOLF COURSE IN THE CENTRE OF THE COURSE”.
Unless otherwise instructed ALL members of the public will be evacuated to this area There will be NO access to either the Annual Members or Owners & Trainers Car Parks. No vehicles will be allowed to leave the site until allowed by the Police so as to keep surrounding roads clear for Emergency vehicles In the event that the evacuation is cancelled or it is safe for the public to return a further announcement will be made At all times the Management and Staff will try and keep you informed Thank you for your co-operation.
OWNERS INFORMATION
The Directors of Ludlow Race Club would like to welcome the Owners of all runners to today’s meeting and thank them for their support. There are designated facilities available for Owners as follows: OWNERS & TRAINERS BAR
Situated in the Clive Pavilion adjacent to the Owners & Trainers entrance this offers full Bar facilities and complimentary tea and coffee. There is also direct access from this bar to the Clive Carvery from where Tea, Coffee, Snacks and Meals can be purchased WINNING CONNECTIONS
Mementos are presented to the winners of all races and the winning connections will be invited to partake in a glass (or two) of Champagne with one of the Directors after the race ASSISTANCE TO OWNERS:
Should any Owner require assistance, the Owners Hostess is Becky who can be contacted on 01584 856221 Alternatively you can contact: Simon Sherwood – General Manager & Clerk of the Course - 07836 215639
