SIMON TONGE
General Manager - Haydock Park
Simon is the General Manager at Haydock Park Racecourse, the role of the General Manager is to oversee all aspects of the racecourse's operation and performance. This involves working closely with our Finance, Operations, Commercial, Marketing, Racing and Catering teams to ensure that we deliver memorable experiences to all those that attend Haydock Park, both on racedays and for our conference and events guests. Efforts focus around fostering strong relationships with those within the industry, such as Owners, Trainers & Jockeys, ensuring we deliver competitive and high quality racing on track, whilst looking at innovative ways to improve the raceday experience for guests.
Dan Cooper
Clerk of the Course - Haydock Park
The clerk of the course’s main duties on a raceday are to oversee the smooth running of racing. Dan also provide Going reports so that the sports participants and owners are fully communicated to in relation to the conditions here at the track. He is also responsible for the safety of all participants including horses and jockeys. This involves management of our Medical, veterinary and Grounds staff teams. Also overseeing the management of the racing surface and track facilities including the stables, Parade ring and weighing room on a day-to-day basis.
JAMES RENNARD
Head of Marketing - Aintree & Haydock Park
James Rennard leads the strategic direction and delivery of all marketing activity across racing, conferencing & events, and national group sales. Under his leadership, the marketing team manage multi-channel campaigns to support the sale of over 100,000 tickets annually across 30 Racedays. James' passion for sport, coupled with a results-driven approach, underpins his mission to elevate Haydock Park’s profile both regionally and nationally as a premier destination for sport and events.
LIZ JACOB
Partnerships Account Manager
Liz has been with the jockey club since 2006 and looks after all thing’s sponsorship and partnerships in the Northwest including Haydock Park. Liz is responsible for account managing partners at all our race days and her favourite day at Haydock Park is Betfair Chase. If you have any questions relating to Sponsorship and Partnerships drop Liz an email Elizabeth.jacob@thejockeyclub.co.uk
MIKE GREENHALL
Operations Manager - Haydock Park
Mike leads the operations department at Haydock Park to deliver the best customer experience possible. The team’s responsibilities include Raceday and conference delivery, facilities management, venue presentation and key contract & stakeholder management.
Karl Coghlin
Head Groundsman - Haydock Park
Karl leads a dedicated team to ensure the racecourse is maintained to the highest standards throughout the year. His role is crucial in delivering safe, consistent, and top-quality racing surfaces for both flat and jump seasons, while also ensuring the grounds provide an exceptional experience for horses, jockeys, and racegoers.
CLAIRE LEONARD
Group Head of Hospitality Sales