Wetherby Racecourse sits just outside the market town from which it takes its name, around 12 miles to the north of Leeds. Widely recognised as the premier jumps racing venue in Yorkshire, the track also plays host to the occasional low-key flat meeting.
The high-quality jumps season runs from October through to May and features a healthy smattering of noteworthy events. The two-day festive fixture always proves popular with punters, whilst the big Saturday meeting in November features the Grade 2 double act of the West Yorkshire Hurdle and the Charlie Hall Chase.
Upcoming Fixtures at Wetherby
- Wednesday 14th October 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Friday 30th October 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Saturday 31st October 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Saturday 14th November 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 25th November 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Saturday 5th December 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Saturday 26th December 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Sunday 27th December 2026 - Jump / Turf
Recent Fixtures
- Monday 15th June 2026 - Flat / Turf
- Thursday 4th June 2026 - Flat / Turf
- Sunday 26th April 2026 - Flat / Turf
- Friday 27th March 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Tuesday 17th March 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 26th February 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 11th February 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Saturday 31st January 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 22nd January 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Saturday 10th January 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Saturday 27th December 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Friday 26th December 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Saturday 6th December 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 26th November 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Saturday 15th November 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Saturday 1st November 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Friday 31st October 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 15th October 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 19th June 2025 - Flat / Turf
- Monday 2nd June 2025 - Flat / Turf
- Sunday 27th April 2025 - Flat / Turf
- Friday 28th March 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Tuesday 18th March 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 26th February 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 12th February 2025 - Jump / Turf
Wetherby Major Meetings
Wetherby Racecourse is one of the North’s premier National Hunt venues, renowned for launching the winter jumps season and hosting several of Britain’s most respected staying chases. Located in West Yorkshire, the course combines a friendly atmosphere with high-quality racing, attracting leading trainers, jockeys and horses throughout the winter months.
From the excitement of the season opener to its popular Christmas festival, Wetherby’s calendar is packed with fixtures that play an important role in the National Hunt campaign.
The Opening Meeting (October)
The new jumps season gets underway at Wetherby with the Opening Meeting, traditionally marking the return of National Hunt racing to the racecourse after the summer break. The fixture generates plenty of excitement as trainers begin unveiling horses for the winter campaign, while racegoers enjoy the first major jumping action of the season.
The meeting has long been associated with supporting charitable causes, including Spinal Research, adding an extra sense of occasion to the day.
- Launches Wetherby’s National Hunt season
- Welcomes back jump racing after the summer break
- Popular opening fixture with a strong community atmosphere
Charlie Hall Meeting (Late October / Early November)
Just weeks after the season begins, Wetherby stages its flagship two-day festival, centred around the prestigious Grade 2 Charlie Hall Chase. One of the first major staying chases of the National Hunt season, the race regularly attracts elite performers with Gold Cup ambitions and has been won by many outstanding horses over the years.
The meeting also features the Grade 2 West Yorkshire Hurdle, quality Listed races and family entertainment, making it one of the biggest weekends in northern jump racing.
- Wetherby’s premier National Hunt meeting
- Headlined by the Grade 2 Charlie Hall Chase
- Features the West Yorkshire Hurdle and a strong supporting card
Peak Cap & Pearls Raceday (November)
Peak Cap & Pearls Raceday brings a social element to the National Hunt calendar, combining competitive racing with fashion, hospitality and entertainment. The meeting attracts a lively crowd and has become one of the racecourse’s most popular autumn fixtures.
- Fashion-themed race day with a lively atmosphere
- Competitive National Hunt racing throughout the afternoon
- One of Wetherby’s standout social events
Christmas Beer Festival Meeting (December)
As the festive season approaches, Wetherby hosts its Christmas Beer Festival Meeting, blending quality jump racing with a wide selection of real ales, seasonal food and festive entertainment. The relaxed atmosphere makes it a favourite among racegoers looking for a pre-Christmas day out.
- National Hunt racing paired with a festive beer festival
- Seasonal food, drink and entertainment
- Popular build-up to Christmas
Yorkshire Christmas Meeting (December)
The racing year concludes with Wetherby’s biggest festive event, the two-day Yorkshire Christmas Meeting held on Boxing Day and the following afternoon. The highlight is the historic Rowland Meyrick Chase, one of the North’s most prestigious staying handicap chases, which regularly attracts high-quality fields.
Large holiday crowds, competitive racing and a festive atmosphere make this one of the most eagerly anticipated meetings of the entire National Hunt season.
- Two-day Christmas festival on Boxing Day and 27 December
- Headlined by the historic Rowland Meyrick Chase
- One of the North’s biggest festive racing meetings
