Sunday 26 October 2025
Horatio's Garden Raceday
BOOK TICKETS HOSPITALITYThe Wait is Over - Jump Racing Returns to Wincanton!
Join us for our Season Opener on Sunday 26 October for the start of our 2025/26 Jump racing season.
If you’re looking for a memorable day out in Wincanton, Somerset, our Season Opener is the perfect choice. Enjoy an exciting afternoon of thrilling jump racing, with seven races to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Alongside the action, there’s fantastic entertainment, including a climbing wall, glitter artists, and more, making it a fun day for friends and family against the stunning backdrop of the Somerset countryside.
Not sure what to expect? Wincanton Racecourse also offers a variety of food and drink outlets to keep you refreshed throughout the day.
Be sure to keep an eye out for more exciting activities planned for our season opener!
BUS TIMES: TBC
These are approximate timings to be confirmed closer to the raceday
GATES OPEN
12.15pm
FIRST RACE
1.43pm
LAST RACE
5.15pm
BUS TIMES
Leaves Templecombe at 12pm and returns at 5.45pm
Start Times |
Race |
Distance |
Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.43pm | The Fitzdares Season Opener At Wincanton Maiden Hurdle Race |
1m 7f 50yds | Hurdle |
| 2.18pm | The Fitzdares Three Mile Novices Handicap Hurdle | 3m 150yds | Hurdle |
| 2.53pm | The Fitzdares Handicap Steeple Chase |
3m 1f 30yds | Steeple Chase |
| 3.28pm | The Fitzdares Telephone Betting Handicap Hurdle |
2m 5f 82yds | Hurdle |
| 4.03pm | The Fitzdares Handicap Hurdle Race |
1m 7f 50yds | Hurdle |
| 4.40pm | The Fitzdares.com Conditional Jockeys Handicap Steeple Chase | 3m 1f 30yds | Steeple Chase |
| 5.15pm | The Fitzdares.com Conditional Jockeys' Handicap Steeple Chase | 3m 1f 30y | Steeple Chase |
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