BHRC Announcements

2013 SEASON GETS UNDERWAY AT TREGARON

Hilltop Nansboy won the first race of the 2013 season, with Infinatey winning heat and final of the Spring Handicap and Baby Rosa proving in the Senior Dragon that she has kept her form and has put the marker up for the boys for 2013. Full Results . . . . Read more.

HARNESS RACING SEASON STARTS SUNDAY . . . .

The 2013 season gets underway on Sunday 5th May at Tregaron with 13 great races including Maiden, Novice, a Penalty Free Handicap and the Senior Dragon. Racing follows on Monday at York with Maiden, Novice, plus low grade races, a trot and the Ellen Cairns Memorial all taking in the Penalty Free. Don't miss out. View Racecards . . . . . Read more.

BHRC SIRE STAKES SERIES

TWENTY-ONE stallions have now nominated to the new BHRC Sire Stakes Series. NOMINATIONS FOR YEALRINGS, 2YO's, 3YO's AND 4YO's CLOSE 30th APRIL 2013. DON'T MISS OUT, CONTACT BHRC TO NOMINATE YOUR HORSES. Check out the new Sire Stakes webpage for further information . . . . . Read more.

HANDICAP 2013

The guide to horses handicap marks for the 2013 season available now . . . . . Read more.

THE PRIX D'AMERIQUE THROUGH AMERICAN EYES - DEAN HOFFMAN

For the past five years, I’ve worked with the Swedish travel firm Equitours in bringing North American guests to the Prix d’Amerique in Paris at the end of January. Many Yanks and Canadians have only a vague idea what European racing is like. After all, to many people, if it doesn’t happen in America, it doesn’t happen at all. The US Trotting Association has maintained a “world records” table that ignores performances most of the world of harness racing. It’s that old attitude that “America is the world.” . . . . . Read more.

BHRC ANNUAL AWARDS 2012

Votes were cast on Saturday 1st December to decide the winners of the BHRC Annual Awards 2012. HORSE OF THE YEAR - STONERIGGS MYSTERY. MARE OF THE YEAR - LADYFORD IDEAL. TROTTER OF THE YEAR - *Joint Award* - SHEILA B DEVOTION & YANKEE STORM. 3YO COLT OF THE YEAR - CAMDEN DANIEL. 3YO FILLY OF THE YEAR - BABY ROSA. 2YO COLT OF THE YEAR - AYR MAJESTY. 2YO FILLY OF THE YEAR - LADYFORD INDIANA. OVERSEAS HORSE OF THE YEAR - FORAFEWDOLLARSMORE. SPECIAL CONTRIBUTION - JACKIE MAGUIRE & JIM KEMP. Congratulations to all the nominees, the winners and connections . . . .. Read more.

LEADING LIST 2012

At the end of the 2012 season, Leslie and Angela Tookey have scooped the Leading Owner award with 18 wins. The Leading Trainer and Leading Driver for 2012 are 'Team Laidler' with Alexis having 91 wins as a trainer and William 'Rocker' having 93 driving successes. The Leading Horse is joint in 2012 with Stoneriggs Mystery and Astounding both racking up seven wins. Congratulations to all! . . . . . Read more.

YORK HARNESS RACEWAY ANNUAL STANDARDBRED SALE

The Annual Standardbred sale will be held on Saturday 6th October 2012 at 11am. This year will be the fourth sale, which with no buyers and sellers commission, a charge of only £5 for entry to the sale and the afternoon’s racing, and all proceeds going directly back into racing, this sale is one of a kind. Racing stars from previous sales include Frisco Fiddler (Vincent Delaney and BHRC Futurity winner), Frisco Ally and Coalford Vision . . . .. Read more.

HANDICAP PANEL INTRODUCE PENALTY FREE RACING

After extensive and careful consideration, and due to the loss of so many fixtures, the Handicap Panel are introducing Penalty Free racing from 1st October to 31st December 2012. Criteria for Penalty Free: [a] Horse must have completed two betting races under BHRC Rules between 1st January and 30th September 2012 [b] Total race purse must be £500 or less [c] Penalty Free runs will not be included in any End of Season Lifts. Hopefully the weather will improve, August and September will see some racing on grass, showcase the familiar and traditional spectacle of Harness Racing, revive the excitement and passion with the wonder of the various juvenile series and “big trots”, and with a bit of luck we may see an ‘Indian Summer’ to aid the racing at end of the season.. Read more.

YORK HARNESS RACEWAY - Saturday 29th September

The racing scheduled for Saturday 29th September at York has unfortunately been cancelled due to the flooding. The fixture will be rescheduled to Sunday 7th October. SATURDAY 6th OCTOBER - ** SALE DAY ** - Races: Prakas Derby, Prakas Championship, Stars of the Future 2YO Colts, Stars of the Future 2YO Fillies York 4YO Bullet, Anchor Inn Free For All - Entry £5 per person (includes Sale and Racing). SUNDAY 7th OCTOBER - Daniel Welling Memorial Heats and Final, Jane Paterson Free For All Trot, Plus Graded Races. Entries open now. Text 07866 623599 or 07856 263502 to enter. . Read more.

STANDARDBRED RIDDEN SALE

at Lodge Farm Equestrian Centre, Mill Lane, Wetley Rocks, Stoke on Trent ST9 0BN - www.lodgefarmriding.co.uk - ontact: Charlotte Carr Mob: 07828119722 . . . . . Due to Charlotte Carr’s successful Standardbred Shows she has decided to hold a Standardbred Ridden Sale, followed by a Standardbred Show on the 22nd September 2012 at Lodge Farm Equestrian Centre. There are lots of Standardbred Horses who have raced or who have just not made it to the race course that need a loving home. They excel in Endurance, Hunting, dressage, showjumping, pleasure driving and showing . . .. Read more.

STONERIGGS MYSTERY RETAINS BILLY WILLIAMS

Stoneriggs Mystery confirmed its status as the finest horse in Britain after retaining the Billy Williams, drawing seven on the gate it was led around the track by the in form Fool Around who drawn one flew around the first quarter is 28 seconds and 57.8 seconds for the half, Rocker kept Mystery in the pack until the final quarter and made his move around the final bend. The large crowd roared its approval as its fantastic turn of speed took it 3 lengths clear finishing in 1.58.6 from the gallant Rhys Evans on Fool Around in second and the fast finishing Gordon Gilvear on Astounding in third. A fabulous race to finish the season at Tir Prince.. Read more.

ANOTHER BIG RACE UNDER THE LIGHTS AT TIR PRINCE

If you love top class harness racing then there are nine great races to look forward to on Tuesday 4th September at Tir Prince starting at 6.30pm. . Read more.

TREGARON FESTIVAL 2012 @ AMMAN VALLEY

Springhill Alibi won the Strata Florida recording under two minutes in both heat and Final, going clear by 7 lengths. Camden Daniel just beat Long Slow Kisses by a neck in The Little Welsh Dragon. Stamp Hill was clear in the Junior Dragon by 5 lengths. Ladyford Indiana was out front in the Junior Welsh Dragoness and Baby Rosa won the Little Welsh Dragoness by an impressive 8 lengths. Home grown horse Fool Around stepped up in the Final of the Tregaron Oriel Welsh Classic and won in an impressive time of 1.58.6. Congratulations to all.. Read more.

TREGARON 2012 @ AMMAN VALLEY

Despite the difficulties presented by the persistent depressing British weather, Tregaron Trotting Club have admirably undertaken to provide two full days of racing which includes the countries best standardbred racehorses. By now it has been well publicised that due to the weather arrangements for the three day Festival of Harness Racing at Tregaron have been changed dramatically. Friday’s racing has been cancelled and a new revised two day fixture has been re-arranged at Tairgwaith, Amman Valley . . . .. Read more.

TREGARON TROTTING CLUB

Due to the extreme weather conditions that are unfortunately beyond our control Tregaron Trotting Club’s 3 Day Festival has been cancelled and all entries are null and void. We are now holding a 2 day meeting at Amman Valley on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th August. Entries for this meeting will close at 5pm Wednesday 22nd August. If you wish to race at this meeting you must enter again. Due to the fact that we don’t want to compromise Amman Valley’s own meeting on Monday 27th August entries are restricted to horses previously entered for the 3 Day Festival. We propose to run a £1000 handicap final on the Saturday and a £2000 handicap final on the Sunday, plus the Dragon Series and various low grades. First race both days 2.20pm. We as a club apologise for this inconvenience but hope you appreciate the circumstances. Please enter via the usual channels . . . . . Read more.

TREGARON TROTTING CLUB

Due to the unfortunate cancellation of Boughrood races, Tregaron Trotting Club feel obliged to hold one Maiden and one Novice race of 10 horses each. Therefore entries for these 2 grades will open from now until 4pm Monday 20th August and the races will be held on the Saturday of the meeting. Both races will be decided by a straight ballot. Please enter by the usual channels, e-mail: tregaron@ceredrotian.com, phone: 01974 831001 or 07811 032323 or online: . Read more.

CROCK OF GOLD NIGHT

LONG SLOW KISSES & INSTANT COFFEE triumphed in the NWSA Rhyds Stud sponsored 3YO races, LADYFORD IDEAL took the STAGBI Broodmares Pace, but the night belonged to STONERIGGS MYSTERY who won heat and Final of the Crock of Gold, taking the title for the second year in a row for the Laidler team, congratulations to them and also owner David Morton . . . . Read more.

TIR PRINCE 21ST BIRTHDAY MEETING 21ST JULY

It promises to be a fabulous nights racing with 10 races. It features the world famous Crock of Gold with 23 of the finest horses in Britain entered for the three heats with eight trying to qualify for the final, with £7500 of prize money it promises to be a mouth watering prospect. Ante post bets are now being taken by Barry "Pinno" Pinnington. There is possibly the finest mares only race in the UK in the STAGBI future broodmares race, unfortunately Oddsonbeth is a late withdrawal but there are still 12 mares doing battle over 1 mile. We have the finest trot for many a year in the Len Dilloway 1 mile free for all trot with David Morton sponsoring the £2250 prize money, since the announcement of the race there has been some frantic buying and selling of top class trotters! Which of the 12 trotters will capture the £1500 1st prize? There are two very competitive Three Year Old races with 12 declared for the fillies race (ante post bets available) and 7 in the colts race with nearly £4000 in prize money on offer. The card is completed with 12 horses declared in both the maiden/novice and low grade pace races. Entry is £10 (under 16's free with an adult) racing starts at 5.30pm and there is a late bar with music and dancing till the early hours.. Read more.

S4C RETURNING TO TAIRGWAITH AFTER CEREDIGION CANCELLED

Following the cancellation of the Ceredigion Races on Saturday 7 July due to the bad weather, the Rasus team will broadcast live from Tairgwaith instead. You can still Watch and Win £500. Go to the Rasus website to register. Ifan Jones Evans and Dai Jones will present from Tairgwaith with Megan Taff and Ray Jenkins in the commentary box. Following her first experience of commentating on Rasus during the series opener in Tairgwaith in June, Megan is looking forward to returning there for a second time. "I was petrified before sitting in front of the mic for the first time. I had no idea what to expect! Although I had notes in front of me I had to think on my feet most of the time," says Megan about her live commentating debut. "Wyn Gruffudd, my co-commentator, was fantastic. He helped me relax so I did enjoy the experience. I'm sure Ray will offer the same support the second time round." Megan Taff was looking forward to the event in Ceredigion and to commentating on the Ceredigion Classic Final. Ten years ago Megan won the title driving the horse Merry Barron, owned by co-commentator Ray Jenkins. She remembers the day fondly. "I have very fond memories of that day," says Megan, "Ray had asked me to drive. There was quite a chance I would do well, but we didn't expect to win at all! "It was an exceptionally nice day. I won the heat and everyone was delighted but then in the final everything fell into place. I remember racing down the home straight and Ray was jumping up and down! "It was nice that someone local won and somebody who had been in the business for a while too. It was a great experience." . Read more.

YORK CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND

Littlemill Rogue impressed on Saturday in the 4YO Heats clocking 1.58.7 in heavy going. On the Sunday Need For Run won the Trot Britain, Stoneriggs Mystery won the Free For All in another impressive time of 1.57.5, and Camden Daniel came out on top to win the 3YO Championship Final.. Read more.

RASUS LIVE FROM AMMAN VALLEY

Rasus is back for 2012 with live coverage from the four biggest events in the Welsh racing calendar. We start at Amman Valley, Tairgwaith on Saturday 16 June with a live programme from 5.00pm until 9 o'clock in the evening. Presenters Ifan Jones Evans and Dot Davies are joined this year by champion harness racer Megan Taff, who will be commentating on the racing with Wyn Gruffydd and Raymond Jenkins. . Read more.

The Connolly's Red Mills Series gets into full swing this weekend with qualifiers in Pikehall and Walton. Two heats have already been held in Tregaron and Appleby a further four are scheduled for later this month at Amman Valley, Corbiewood, Hellifield and Cilmery. The Final will be televised live from the Ceredigion Festival. . Read more.

APPLEBY SPRING MONDAY RACES

The Menzies Stables took both heats and the final of the 3YO Grass Championship with Ayr Pandemic and Kestrels Dot Sammy (Heat and Final winner). After the first horse over the line in the Final was disqualified, Rhys Evans came out on top in the Monday Jubilee to take his second major race of the season. Full results . . . .. Read more.

APPLEBY SPRING SUNDAY RACES

William Greenhorn stepped up for the Laidler stable with Kestrels Rogue to hold off the Menzies stable and the Irish and win the Spring Diamond Jubilee Final. Full Results . . . .. Read more.

TREGARON SPRING RACES

Local lad Rhys Evans made a good start to his first season as a Public Trainer taking the Camden Stud Spring Handicap with the home-grown Fool Around. Scotland showed the way in The Senior Welsh Dragon with Littlemill Rogue just creeping ahead of Stoneriggs Banner. And Oakview George became the first Novice horse of this years handicap system. Full results . Read more.

TREGARON RACES - 6th MAY 2pm

The weather has done its utmost to frustrate us again this year, but following a track inspection on 3rd May, the Spring meeting will definitely go on to kick off the season. The sun is shining this morning and the weather is set fair for the weekend so it's all systems go so come and join us to get the season off to a flying start.. Read more.

2012 SEASON PREVIEW

In April most of the work out and qualifying days will have gotten under way showcasing the new racing stock set to grace the tracks in 2012. So who is set to shine this year? Where will the stars be trained and the records set?. Read more.

CEREDROTIAN REVEALS NEW WEBSITE AND BRANDING

At an event held at Y Talbot, Tregaron on 28th March, Ceredrotian, the harness racing association of Ceredigion, unveiled its new website and brand. These elements will be key to supporting the association’s aim of introducing the sport to a whole new audience as well as keeping their long-term supporters informed of new developments. The site includes a wealth of information regarding the origins of the sport with technical details explained and an FAQs and glossary section to help first time visitors to the races. It also has a page dedicated to younger supporters of the sport which engages with the next generation of harness racing enthusiasts, lists of upcoming events including fixtures and a Paddock area for seasoned experts who may require detailed information.. Read more.

HANDICAPPING

View the changes to the Handicap System for 2012 and the guide to horses handicap marks . . . . . Read more.

HANDICAPPING

At the next BHRC Committee meeting on Saturday 4th February 2012 any changes to the handicap system for the coming season are set to be finalized.. Read more.

COMMITTEE UPDATE

The main areas of discussion at the last meeting of the Committee were Handicapping, Classic Races, Rule Changes and Integrity . . . . Read more.

BHRC AGM 2011

Following the BHRC AGM on Saturday 26th November, Mr Barry Delaney was re-elected as BHRC Vice Chairman and Steward, and Mr Gordon Garnett was re-elected as BHRC Chairman. Annual Awards . . .. Read more.

E-DITORIAL NOVEMBER 2011

The idea behind an E-ditorial (Electronic Editorial) is to give you up to date information as quickly as possible and not a replacement for the soul searching gems of English prose I call editorials in the Calendar. There are a number of issues I think you might be interested in and give brief details here . . . .. Read more.

2011

The BHRC AGM will be held on Saturday 26th November 2011 at 11am at the BHRC Office, Goole. Please remember to nominate (in writing) for the annual awards . . . . Read more.

BHRC LEADING LIST 2011

The Top Trainer and Driver stakes will remain with team Laidler for 2011, congratulations to all at the stable. Claire Fletcher looks set to scoop the leading owner award and Rhyds Topaz will be leading horse unless something can be pulled out of the bag at Corbiewood in the last few races of the season . . . .. Read more.

'SHOW TROTTERS YOUR TALENT' SHOW ON OCTOBER 9th

If you're not 'competing' (or judging!!) PLEASE come and watch in aid of YOUR sport! But if you CAN sing, dance, tell jokes etc......please enter by October 1st. DON'T MISS IT!!!!! Let's keep racing going at Allensmore in 2012!!! . Read more.

COUNTDOWN TO CROCK OF GOLD FINAL 2011

The countdown has now begun for the most eagerly awaited free for all of the year, The Crock of Gold final over a mile at Tir Prince on Wednesday 31st August. The final features 8 wonderful horses all off the gate with the draw being crucial. . Read more.

* TREGARON SATURDAY CANCELLED *

Following the adverse weather conditions and track conditions, and following a track inspection - Tregaron Trotting Club are sorry to announce that TODAY'S RACING IS CANCELLED . Read more.

** TREGARON 2011 **

The Festival of Harness Racing Tregaron 2011 is now upon us. It wont be long now until you are welcomed to three days of racing, 41 races and over 300 horses. An ideal opportunity to meet with old friends and make some new ones; to see the old favourites and spot some new ones (we are talking horses now!). Tregaron has something for everybody – a wonderful social occasion and the cream of British Harness Racing all presented to you in the most beautiful of settings in the heart of Welsh Wales. If you’re the oldest trotter in town or the newby to the sport, you will enjoy Tregaron. . Read more.

** HOSPITALITY AREA **

Come and enjoy the racing in style trackside with seating, a private bar and catering facilities. "Far from the madding crowd" and a great view of the track as a bonus. You can enjoy the racing at its best in the company of other race goers and friends. Daily pass just £10 or become a TREGARON RACEDAY MEMBER for £70. You will get tickets for all four days racing as well as three days in the hospitality area at the festival.. Read more.

** STOP PRESS ** STOP PRESS **

Due to popular demand Tregaron Trotting Club will be inviting entries for two maiden races, one to be held on Friday and a second on the Saturday of the festival - a maximum of ten horses per race. Entries should be made preferably by e-mail to Ray@brenigins.freeserve.co.uk or by telephone to Ray Jenkins on 01974 272009 by 9.30am Sunday 21st August stating your preferred day should you have a preference. Postal entries will not be accepted due to the limited time scale. A public ballot will take place in Boughrood Races to decide the runners should there be in excess of 20 entries. . Read more.

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT ALLENSMORE!

The fourth meeting organised by Hereford & Borders HRC at Allensmore is usually their biggest, and though the prize money has to be stretched cover a lot more races (59, to be exact!), the fourteen races on Sunday’s (14th Aug) card promise fierce competition.. Read more.

TREGARON 2011

The three day Tregaron Festival 25th, 26th and 27th August 2011 sees the Cors Caron Cup, the Strata Florida and the Welsh Classic as well as the Welsh Dragon series, a stayers pace and Electric Mile FFA. Entries close TODAY. Contact Raymond Jenkins on 01974 272009. Read more.

MUSSELBURGH 2011

The Hurricane Pace 2011 went to Rhyds Hasty Affair on Thursday - congratulations to all connections. Friday's racing offers five heats of the Famous Mussleburgh Pace, the Ladies Race, a Trot and the Hazel Kemp Memorial FFA. Preview races. Read more.

MUSSELBURGH 2011

For the 118th Musselburgh two day racing extravaganza, the Hurricane Pace 2011 has six heats on offer plus three supporting low grade races. Preview races. Read more.

BHRC INTEGRITY - TCO2

Recently a batch of integrity samples were tested for TCO2 levels. The results in the main show an average of 29mmol/L, with a couple of below average readings and also two that were relatively above average. In view of these results the BHRC will continue to monitor and test for TCO2. The horse Lifes A Beach who tested above the TCO2 threshold on 7th September 2009, and was subject to disqualification from the S4C Welsh Cup, was tested and has received an average reading and is now cleared to race. . Read more.

MUSSELBURGH FAIR DAY RACES 2011

Musselburgh this year will be run on Thursday 4th and Friday 5th August. We will be returning to the tried and tested format of the Hurricane Pace Heats and Final on Thursday and The Famous Musselburgh Pace Heats and Final on Friday. The Three Year Old Grass Derby will be run on Thursday. There will be no Two Year Old or Four Year Old races, but Low Grade races will return. Also included will be an Open Preferred Handicap Trot, the Musselburgh International Free For All and a Ladies Race. ALL ENTRIES IN WRITING PLEASE - ENTRIES CLOSE SUNDAY 24th JULY. Read more.

WARNING OFF - MR DAVID TAFF

As from 1st June 2011, Mr David Taff, is officially a Warned Off person. Mr Taff is Warned Off under section S42 of the BHRC Rules and Regulations due to non-payment of costs and fines: S42. Financial Responsibility - Any participant who shall demonstrate financial irresponsibility by accumulating unpaid obligations, defaulting in obligations, issuing one or more cheques that are dishonoured, or payment refused, may be denied a licence by the BHRC or may be suspended and/or fined and/or Warned Off on order by a Disciplinary Panel of the BHRC. . Read more.

BHRC COMMITTEE UPDATE - MARCH 2011

Rule Changes - Handicap and Online Totalisator Betting . . . .. Read more.

HARNESS RACING PROMOTERS MEETING - ONLINE TOTALISATOR GAMBLING

The BHRC are holding a meeting on Saturday 12th March 2011 at Hall Green Greyhound Stadium, Birmingham at 4pm to discuss the Online Totalisator Betting initiative. ALL Harness Racing Promoters are invited to this meeting and the Chairman will be in contact with each Promoter personally to discuss the meeting . . . .. Read more.

TOTALISATOR GAMBLING UPDATE . . .

The winter of 2010-11 has been an era ushering in the likelihood of change, within Harness Racing in Britain and Ireland. For decades we have put on good racing but every attempt to inject money into our sport has failed. Basically we race for our own money. Whilst Totalisator or Pari Mutuel betting is not new, the use of the internet to facilitate both on and off track gambling is relatively new. Greyhound, Thoroughbred and Harness Racing abroad, have not been slow to pick up on this opportunity. Now tested, the time might be right for us to try this venture. . Read more.

BHRC COMMITTEE MEETING - JANUARY 23rd 2011

After a request for further information rather than just a bullet pointed Agenda, please find here details of what should be debated at the forthcoming BHRC Committee Meeting . Read more.

BHRC COMMITTEE UPDATE

Despite the recent bad weather, a relatively well attended Committee meeting was held on Saturday 11th December. Various issues were discussed and debated. Thanks to all those that made the journey ....... Read more.

BHRC ANNUAL AWARDS 2010

The BHRC Annual Awards for the 2010 season are due to be voted on at the Committee Meeting on Sunday 5th December. Nominations received so far ...... Read more.

COUNCIL UPDATE - HANDICAPPING

The BHRC Council met on Sunday 21st November 2010 to discuss handicapping issues as they are empowered to do under rule G3. Following invitation representations were received from Anthony Fettah, the Scottish Harness Racing Club, Les Coward, Ray Jenkins, Gordon Garnett, Stella Havard, Trot Britain, Harness Horseman's Association and Gwenan Thomas ...... Read more.

BHRC COMMITTEE UPDATE

The Committee Report from Saturday 30th October updated with the Handicap views of the Harness Horseman's Association and Gwenan Thomas ...... Read more.

BHRC COUNCIL UPDATE

A very well attended and successful Council meeting was held on Saturday 23rd October during which some very important issues were debated and addressed and excellent ideas submitted ...... Read more.

DOONBEG - PUTTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT

It saddens me to hear that rumours abound that Doonbeg is the subject of "issues" regarding integrity tests. Firstly may I state formally that on no occasion has Porterstown Stud been less than helpful in making Doonbeg available for testing. Secondly ........ Read more.

BHRC INTEGRITY TESTS 2010

The full list of horses that have been subject to BHRC Integrity tests throughout the 2010 season. Read more.

BHRC LEADING LISTS 2010

BHRC Leading Lists complete to end of season. Congratulations to all ....... Read more.

BHRC AGM 2010

The BHRC AGM will take place at the BHRC Office on Tuesday 7th September at 11am. . Read more.

BHRC v TAFF - PANEL DECISION

Following a sample taken from Lifes A Beach (the horse) on 7th September 2009 a TCO2 reading of 39.2 millimoles per litre in blood plasma was found to exist. Pursuant to rules within Section Y of the BHRC Rules and Regulations the matter was considered at a series of hearings culminating in a hearing on 21st June 2010. . Read more.

HANDICAP MARKS 2010

Handicap Lifts have been applied to horses that raced in 2009. Please note these marks do not take into account any 2009 performances in Ireland - The list will be updated shortly with any allowances due ..... Read more.

CLASSIC RACES 2010

The issue of Classic Races, principally the conditions, eligibility, funding and potential venues, has been the subject of much debate at the BHRC Committee Meetings for the last three months. A formal tender process was set up, with the normal procedure of bids being invited, to be received in sealed envelopes at the BHRC Office by Monday 18th January 2010. . Read more.

BHRC AWARD NOMINATIONS

Nominations have now closed. Thank you to all those who have submitted nominations. The nominations are due to be voted on at the Committee Meeting on Sunday 28th March 2010 ..... Read more.

BHRC RULE CHANGE SUGGESTIONS

Following the Committee Meeting held on Sunday 22nd November, a total of eight rule change suggestions passed the first scrutiny to be carried forward for debate. Thank you to all those that contacted the BHRC regarding the rules.. Read more.

BHRC LEADING LISTS 2009

BHRC Leading Horse is BOOGIE BOOTIE with a total of 9 wins. BHRC Leading Owner is Mr John James Howard Snr. BHRC Leading Trainer is Mrs Alexis Laidler with a whopping 70 winners! BHRC Leading Driver is Mr William Laidler with an amazing 72 wins! (all based on number of wins). Congratulations from the BHRC - . Read more.

BHRC RULE CHANGE SUGGESTIONS

Licence Holders, Committees, Promoters and Tracks are invited to send any rule change alterations or suggestions to the BHRC Office, in writing, by Friday 14th November 2009.. Read more.

INTEGRITY TESTING

As we draw to the close of the season, we can report that a total of 174 tests have been carried out, comprising of out of competition, pre and post race testing. . Read more.

LITTLE BROWN JUG - 24th SEPT 09

The Little Brown Jug WILL be shown on AT THE RACES ... . Read more.

S4C CHAMPIONS' NIGHT ENDS WITH FAIRYTALE FINISH

You couldn’t have written the script at the S4C Champions Night on Monday, 7 September at Tir Prince, Towyn when Irish driver Alan Richardson raced home the winner on Earned Income. It was a fairytale finish for the Irish driver. . Read more.

BHRC DRUG TESTING PENALTIES

Following the BHRC Committee Meeting held on 29th March 09, new rules and regulations have been voted in regarding drug testing penalties. Read more.

BHRC DRUG TESTING PENALTIES

The BHRC is at present considering how we structure the manner by which infringements to our rules on drug testing are dealt with. This is an important communication, please read it carefully and if you wish to make an input to this process, write or email the office, or attend your local club/association meeting and make your views felt. I am doing this so that everyone knows what is going on, as well as wanting to ensure that the “disinformation bandwagon” is definitely derailed.. Read more.

HANDICAP MARKS 2009

All horses raced in 2008 have had age and handicap lifts applied. The full list is now available.. Read more.

2009 RACING SEASON

Fixtures have now been approved for 2009.. Read more.