Friday 11 December 2026
The Christmas Meeting Friday
Buy TicketsTHE CHRISTMAS MEETING FRIDAY
Celebrate Christmas at the Home of Jump Racing with friends or colleagues, combining the excitement of top-class racing with the spirit of the season. Enjoy a full day of celebrations, with festive entertainment across the site and a vibrant atmosphere both on and off the track.
The Glenfarclas Cross Country Chase is a Christmas Meeting favourite, a challenge that demands tactical riding and stamina. Run over Cheltenham’s famous banks, ditches and turns, it’s a true test that rewards bold riding and keeps racegoers on their toes.
Throughout the day, The Centaur provides the ideal space to gather, raise a glass, and get stuck in to our festive activities.
Under 18’s race free.
Timings and races are subject to change
Start Times |
Race |
Distance |
Type |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:05 | The British E.B.F. National Hunt Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 3) (Qualifier) | 2m abt 1f | Hurdle | |
12:40 |
The Santa - The Visit 'Chasing Excellence Novices' Steeple Chase (Class 2) |
2m abt 4 1/2f |
Steeple Chase | |
13:15 |
The Catesby Estates Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3) |
2m abt 1f |
Hurdle | |
13:50 |
The Turners Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 1) (Premier Handicap) | 3m about 2 1/2f | Steeple Chase |  |
| 14:25 | The Unibet Middle Distance Veterans’ Chase Series (A Handicap Steeple Chase) (Class 2) | 2m about 41/2f | Steeple Chase | |
| 15:00 | The Glenfarclas Crystal Cup Cross Country Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 2) | 3m abt 5½f | Steeple Chase | |
15:35 |
The CITIPOST Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 2) |
Abt 3m |
Hurdle |
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Witness exhilarating racing from your base for the day, award-winning dishes using fresh, local, and seasonal produce, served to the highest standard.
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