The next race action at Carlisle Racecourse is scheduled for May 30th, 2025, with The Anderson’s Boots and Bridles Race Day. This event promises a full card of flat racing that will heighten the excitement as racing fans witness the rise of future champions. Alongside the thrilling races, the day will also celebrate fashion, music, and fun activities. Fashion enthusiasts can showcase their style by participating in the Best-Dressed Cowboy and Cowgirl Competition, which highlights the legacy of cowboy and cowgirl culture. Winners of this competition will receive exciting prizes, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the day. Live music will keep the atmosphere vibrant, featuring a tribute act dedicated to Shania Twain. This lively entertainment will encourage racegoers to dance and fully immerse themselves in the spirit of the event. Children are also catered for, with a variety of fun activities planned to engage all age groups.
The race day will kick off with the Jockey Club Grassroots Stayers Series Qualifier, the Quooker 100 Degrees Apprentice Handicap. This race, starting at 13:45 and covering a distance of 2 miles and 1 furlong, will set the tone for the day. Attention will then shift to the EBF Restricted Race Qualifier, a GBB race for horses in bands C and D, called the Ruben & Eviee Harker EBF Restricted Novices Stakes. Scheduled for 14:15 over 5 furlongs, this race is expected to captivate the audience and mark the beginning of a celebration for emerging champions. Following this is the Andersons – Quality for the Home Handicap at 14:45, also run over 5 furlongs.
The excitement continues with the Andersons – Cumbria’s Premier Decking Specialist Handicap at 15:15, covering 5 furlongs and 183 yards. This race will build enthusiasm among the fans as they cheer for their favorite horses. The fifth race, Andersonslimited.co.uk Handicap at 15:45, runs over 1 mile, 3 furlongs, and 39 yards. Spectators can expect thrilling finishes, including potential photo-finishes, showcasing the horses’ strength and stamina.
Next up is the Jockey Club Grassroots Miles Series Qualifier, the Andersons – Kitchens You Can Trust Handicap, at 16:15. This race covers 7 furlongs and 173 yards and shines a spotlight on supporting horses competing in lower-standard races. At 16:50, the Anderson’s Serving the Community Since 1888 Handicap will run over 6 furlongs and 195 yards. This race tests the horses’ winning capabilities by assigning different weights to each competitor, increasing the anticipation among the audience.
The race day will conclude with Anderson’s Serving the Community Since 1888 Handicap (Division II) at 17:20, running the same distance of 6 furlongs and 195 yards as the previous race. This final race will offer a fitting end to an action-packed day that extends beyond the track, with music, fashion, and fun activities enhancing the overall experience. The gates open at 12:15, ensuring plenty of time for attendees to enjoy all the event has to offer. This ultimate race day truly has something for everyone, so see you at Carlisle Racecourse!
