We look forward to welcoming you to The Festival™ presented by Magners from 16-19 March, but why not join us at Festival Trials Day on 31 January?
Finalise your choices for The Festival at Festival Trials Day, before all roads lead to The Festival™ presented by Magners in March.
In 2019, we saw three Festival Trials Day winners continue their winning streak and win at The Cheltenham Festival 2019.
Join us for our last raceday before The Cheltenham Festival. Huge crowds gather for an atmosphere full of anticipation as The Festival is within touching distance.
Catch a glimpse of Festival contenders as they show the world what they're really made of.
THE STAGE IS SET
It's the last chance to witness racing at Cheltenham Racecourse before The Festival™, and that means a superb comepetive day of Jump racing.
With seven races on the card, it's the time to finalise your choices and favourites, before all roads lead back to Cheltenham in March.
Last year's meeting was sadly abandoned but in 2020 we witnessed an excellent day of racing with names such as Paisley Park and Santini securing victories.
RACE IN STYLE
Guarantee a memorable day out by matching superb sport with fabulous food and magnificent facilities at Cheltenham Racecourse on Festival Trials Day.
With excellent views of the racecourse and a lavish dining experience, the excitement of the day is easily accessed from your table.
It’s the perfect way to entertain clients, family or friends – a day you’ll never forget!
Correct as of 2021. All information, including sponsors, are to be confirmed.
Gates Open
Approx 10:30
First Race
Approx 12:40
Last Race
Approx 4:10
Start Times |
Race |
Distance |
Type |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
12:40 |
The JCB Triumph Hurdle Trial (A Juvenile Hurdle Race) (Grade 2) |
2m abt 1f |
Hurdle |
|
1:15 |
The Timeform Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 2) |
2m abt 5f |
Steeple Chase |
|
1:50 |
The Paddy Power Millionaire Trophy Steeple Chase (A Handicap) (Grade 3) |
2m abt 5f |
Steeple Chase |
 |
2:25 |
The Paddy Power ’45 SLEEPS TO CHELTENHAM’ Cotswold Chase (Grade 2) (feature race) |
3m abt 1½f |
Steeple Chase |
 |
3:00 |
The Ballymore Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) |
2m abt 4½f |
Hurdle |
 |
3:35 |
The Paddy Power Cleeve Hurdle Race (Grade 2) |
Abt 3m |
Hurdle |
 |
4:10 |
The SSS Super Alloys Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) |
2m abt 1f |
Hurdle |
race Schedule
Start Times |
Race |
Distance |
Type |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
12:40 |
The JCB Triumph Hurdle Trial (A Juvenile Hurdle Race) (Grade 2) |
2m abt 1f |
Hurdle |
|
1:15 |
The Timeform Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 2) |
2m abt 5f |
Steeple Chase |
|
1:50 |
The Paddy Power Millionaire Trophy Steeple Chase (A Handicap) (Grade 3) |
2m abt 5f |
Steeple Chase |
|
2:25 |
The Paddy Power ’45 SLEEPS TO CHELTENHAM’ Cotswold Chase (Grade 2) (feature race) |
3m abt 1½f |
Steeple Chase |
|
3:00 |
The Ballymore Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) |
2m abt 4½f |
Hurdle |
|
3:35 |
The Paddy Power Cleeve Hurdle Race (Grade 2) |
Abt 3m |
Hurdle |
|
4:10 |
The SSS Super Alloys Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) |
2m abt 1f |
Hurdle |