📜 Britain's oldest annual horse race, reputedly started in 1519.
Takes place on a four-mile course of farm tracks and public roads.
🐎 Experience Britain's oldest horse race
🎉 Witness a unique, traditional event
👨👩👧👦 All ages and backgrounds welcome to participate
💰 Second place often more lucrative than first
🌧️ Course can be rough, steep, and muddy
🚶 Long walk from parking or shuttle bus needed
🥶 Often held in adverse weather conditions
🗓️ Held annually on the third Thursday in March
⚖️ Riders must weigh at least 10 stone (140 lbs) excluding saddle
🎟️ Entry fee is £5
💰 £5 entry fee for participants.
🕒 Annually on the third Thursday in March.
Last updated 28 days ago
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