The Symphony Group Prelude Handicap Steeple Chase was first introduced in 2004 and is always highly competitive. The horses that line up are typically proven to be high-class or at least with the potential to be.

The race is a handicap, so horses are allotted a weight depending on their official rating and subject to various allowances, based on age and sex, and penalties based on previous successes.

The most successful trainer in the race is Peter Bowen, who sent out the winner on three consecutive occasions from 2007 to 2009. Bowen was also successful in Market Rasen's biggest race, the Summer Plate, earlier this year, so it is worth keeping an eye on any horses he runs at the course.

As well as the Prelude Handicap Chase, the Symphony Group Raceday also stages a novice hurdle, maiden hurdle and a 'bumper' (a flat race for jumps horses), all of which provide opportunities for young unexposed horses to show their potential. Two of Jump racing's biggest stars, Altior and Tiger Roll, began their careers at Market Rasen, so you never know, you may witness a future champion!

For information on the Owners Experience at Market Rasen Racecourse please click here.

• Entry to the County Enclosure car park is accessible from both the A631 Willingham Road and Legsby Road sign post County Enclosure Car park - parking in this car park is complimentary
• Please ensure your guests have their e-tickets and County Enclosure badges on arrival ready to be scanned. If you have not received your e-ticket and/or badges please contact the racecourse no later than 48hrs pre event
• Within the County Enclosure Ticket holders will have access to: Tiger Roll Bar & Terrace and all facilities within the Tattersalls and Lawn Enclosure
• Racegoers have access to Parade Ring viewing, Pre Parade Ring viewing and Winners Enclosure Viewing
• The William Hill Betting Shop is accessible alongside on-course bookmakers where racegoers can place a bet
• Dogs are not permitted within the County Enclosure. If you would like to bring a dog to Market Rasen Racecourse, dogs are permitted within the Lawn Enclosure only on leads at all times. Please note dogs MUST NOT be left in vehicles
• Tickets may be purchased on the day of racing albeit we advise all racegoers to book in advance to avoid disappointment

• Entry to the Tattersalls Enclosure car park is well signposted off Legsby Road ‘Tattersalls and Lawn Enclosure Parking’ - parking in this car park is complimentary
• Tattersalls Admission ticket holders should enter via the Tattersalls Enclosure entrance located on Legsby Road
• Please ensure all e-tickets have been allocated to your guests ahead of the event. If you have not received your e-ticket(s) please contact the racecourse no later than 48hrs pre event
• Within the Tattersalls Enclosure, Ticket holders will have access to: The Tote Exacta Bar, Red Rum Bar, Victor Lucas Bar and AP’s Bar and well as external food and drink outlets.

• Racegoers will have access to Parade Ring viewing, Pre Parade Ring viewing and Winners Enclosure Viewing

• The William Hill Betting Shop is accessible alongside on-course bookmakers where racegoers can place a bet.
• There will be access to the Neigh and Play children’s play area
• Dogs are not permitted within the Tattersalls Enclosure. If you would like to bring a dog to Market Rasen Racecourse, dogs are permitted within the Lawn Enclosure only on leads at all times. Please note dogs MUST NOT be left in vehicles
• Tickets may be purchased on the day of racing albeit we advise all racegoers to book in advance to avoid disappointment
• The Lawn Enclosure Picnic Car Park will be open for this raceday. Entry is charged at £5 per car (to be paid on arrival) racegoers must book their racing tickets in advance

• Entry to the Lawn Enclosure car park is well signposted off Legsby Road ‘Tattersalls and Lawn Enclosure Parking’ – parking in this car park is complimentary
• Lawn Admission ticket holders will enter via the Lawn Enclosure entrance located on Legsby Road, next to the Caravan Park
• Please ensure all e-tickets have been allocated to your guests ahead of the event. If you have not received your e-ticket(s) please contact the racecourse no later than 48hrs pre event
• Within the Lawn Enclosure Ticket holders will have access to: the Victor Lucas Bar and external food and drink outlets.
• Racegoers will have access to Parade Ring viewing
• There will be on-course bookmakers where racegoers can place a bet.
• There will be access to the Neigh and Play children’s play area
• If you would like to bring a dog to Market Rasen Racecourse, dogs are permitted within the Lawn Enclosure only on leads at all times. Please note dogs MUST NOT be left in vehicles
• Tickets may be purchased on the day of racing albeit we advise all racegoers to book in advance to avoid disappointment
• The Lawn Enclosure Picnic Car Park will be open for this raceday. Entry is charged at £5 per car (to be paid on arrival) racegoers must book their racing tickets in advance

• Car parking for Hospitality and Restaurant guests is located within the Main Public Car Park accessible via Legsby Road, sign posted Hospitality & Restaurant Parking
• The Hospitality & Restaurant Guest Entrance is located next to the Owners Entrance at the Main Entrance on Legsby Road

• Please ensure you and your guests have their e-tickets and hospitality/restaurant badges on arrival ready to be scanned. If you have not received your e-ticket please contact the racecourse no later than 48hrs pre event
• On entry you will be greeted with a warm welcome by a member of the Hospitality & Restaurant Team and directed to your facility

• Parking for Owners & Trainers and Restaurant & Hospitality clients is based in the Main Public Car Park on Legsby Road, sign posted Owners & Trainers Car Parking and Hospitality and Restaurant Parking
• Parking for County Ticket Holders and Annual Badge Holders is located within the County Enclosure Car park accessible from both A631 Willingham Road and Legsby Road
• Parking for Tattersalls and Lawn ticket holders is located within the Main Public Car Park signposted off Legsby Road
• The Lawn Enclosure Picnic Car Park will be open for this raceday. Entry is charged at £5 per car (to be paid on arrival) racegoers must book their racing tickets in advance

• Market Rasen Racecourse is operating as a cashless venue including all food & drink outlets.
• Food cannot be brought into either the County and Tattersalls Enclosures
• A light picnic is permitted within the Lawn Enclosure. Glass and metal is not permitted. Sealed soft drinks may be brought in, alcohol is not permitted.
• BBQ’s are permitted within the Lawn Enclosure but must be elevated from the grass and managed accordingly. BBQ’s are only permitted at the back of the Lawn Enclosure for the comfort of other racegoers. Please ensure safe disposal of your BBQ at the end of the day

• The Red Rum Bar and Kitchen will be open for this meeting serving hot and cold food options as well as a full bar service
• Antonio’s Homemade Pizza Cabin is open serving wonderful takeaway, homemade pizza’s (vegetarian options available)

• Grab and go style food will be available from a range of food outlets. Food purchased from food outlets can be consumed within the bars
• If you’re looking to upgrade your experience, book into Altior’s Restaurant – with packages starting from £78 for adults and £39 for children

• Market Rasen Racecourse is operating cashless sales throughout all bars including external food & drink outlets
• For betting facilities, cash payments will still be accepted although contactless payments are recommended.