Warwick Racecourse, located in the heart of England, is gearing up for an extraordinary day of racing and exclusive access on Thursday, April 24, 2025, as it hosts the much-anticipated Molly Ollys Behind The Scenes Race Day. This unique initiative promises to take racegoers beyond the track, offering a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the horse racing world.
The day’s events will kick off at 10:30 AM with an insightful course walk, led by Nessie, the Clerk of the Course, who will guide attendees through the layout and preparation of the racing surface. At 11:30 AM, racegoers will be escorted by General Manager Thomas Williams into the exclusive weighing room, where jockeys prepare before each race.
At 12:30 PM, guests will enjoy a meet-and-greet with a racehorse, learning about the daily care and discipline these magnificent animals undergo. Following that, at 1:15 PM, attendees will gain access to the pre-parade ring, usually reserved for trainers, owners, and officials.
The behind-the-scenes experience continues with a jockey meet-and-greet at 2:15 PM, where visitors can interact with some of the stars of the day and hear firsthand what it takes to compete at this level. Finally, at 3:45 PM, racegoers will be taken to the final fence, offering an exclusive vantage point to witness the adrenaline-pumping moments that define jump racing.
All of this builds up to the highlight of the day — a seven-race card that begins at 1:35 PM and concludes at 4:47 PM, with gates opening at 12:05 PM. The first race of the afternoon is the Charlie Wilson Memorial Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4), covering 2 miles and 3 furlongs.
At 2:05 PM, the action continues with the Zircom Data Communications 30th Anniversary Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5), a challenging test over 3 miles. The Visit RacingTV.com Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4) will follow at 2:35 PM, run over 2 miles and 3 furlongs.
Next up is the Molly Ollys Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5) at 3:05 PM, contested over 2 miles and 54 yards. The fifth race of the day, the John Sillett Memorial Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3), starts at 3:37 PM and spans 3 miles and 1 furlong. A 2-mile Handicap Chase takes place at 4:12 PM, before the curtain comes down with the National Hunt Flat Race at 4:47 PM, covering 2 miles and 4 furlongs.
Adding to the appeal, all racegoers under the age of 18 can enter for free, making it a perfect family-friendly outing. Attendees are encouraged to dress in comfortable, casual clothing, ideal for enjoying a day of walking, learning, and racing action.
With a combination of educational insight, exclusive access, and high-quality racing, the Molly Ollys Behind The Scenes Race Day at Warwick Racecourse is shaping up to be a standout event in the 2025 UK racing calendar — and one that fans of all ages won’t want to miss.
