National Racehorse Week is a nationwide annual celebration of the racehorse and a chance to see first-hand the love, care and attention that goes into looking after them.
Looking back at what was a hugely successful week in 2025; that featured 200 separate events with over 100 yards opening their doors, including training yards studs and aftercare, retraining & rehoming centres taking part.
In an experience like no other, racing training yards up and down the country will be opening their doors from 23 - 31 August to show the general public the fantastic lives that these magnificent animals lead.
Things you’ll likely experience on your yard visit
Daily fitness training
Just like any human athlete, fitness is imperative in preparing the racehorse for the track and ensuring they are in the best of health. There are many parts to keeping a racehorse fit, so during your visit you may get the chance to see the horses on the gallops, taking a restorative swim, warming up/down on the horse walker, or even doing a session on an equestrian treadmill.
Race ready
To perform at the very best, racehorses are supported by dedicated staff who ensure they are ‘race ready’ before the big day. From vet checks, to receiving a special set of racing shoes (not forgetting a long packing list!) go behind the scenes on what it takes to get a horse and jock safely to the starting line on race day.
Taking a break
An important part of any racehorse’s routine is down time and the ‘chance to be a horse’. Racehorses will have a freshly made bed every day and often enjoy a hack or time in the field which is where they all have the opportunity to put their feet up and enjoy a bit of time off. Learn how stable staff work hard to ensure that racehorses are kept in clean, safe environments where the horses can relax and enjoy being pampered.
National Racehorse Week
Step inside Britain’s prestigious stud farms, racing yards, and retraining centres
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