Epsom Downs Bank Holiday Family Raceday Set to Thrill Fans
The sun is set to shine over Epsom Downs Racecourse on Monday, 25 August 2025, as this historic venue prepares to host its Bank Holiday Family Raceday. Anticipation is already building among racegoers, with families eagerly planning picnics and children looking forward to pony rides, face painting, and the always-entertaining mascot race. For trainers and jockeys alike, it promises a day of fierce competition across seven lively races, blending heritage and modern racing excitement in one unforgettable afternoon.
Gates open at 11:00 am, with the first race, The Tony McMullan 80th Birthday Handicap Stakes, set to go off at 1:35 pm. A Class 5 Jockey Club Grassroots Sprint Series Qualifier over six furlongs and three yards, this opening dash will pay tribute to Tony McMullan’s milestone birthday while providing an electric curtain-raiser for the day.
At 2:10 pm, all eyes will turn to The British Stallion Studs EBF Restricted Maiden Stakes, a seven-furlong maiden for two-year-olds (Bands C & D). With EBF qualification and the Great British Bonus scheme adding prestige, this race will showcase the rising juvenile talent seeking their first taste of glory.
Mid-afternoon racing sees The Classic Bookmaker Handicap Stakes at 2:45 pm. Covering seven furlongs, this Class 3 handicap promises tight finishes and competitive fields, testing seasoned runners and their riders along Epsom’s famous track.
Gentleman amateur jockeys take centre stage in The Handicap Stakes at 3:20 pm, over one mile and four furlongs. Echoes of Derby glory will resonate across the Downs as stamina and skill combine in this Derby-distance contest, giving enthusiasts a taste of tradition and racing passion.
At 3:55 pm, The Robin Grossmith Memorial Handicap Stakes over ten furlongs honours the late Robin Grossmith. This Class 4 contest will attract accomplished middle-distance campaigners looking to impress on one of Britain’s most famous courses.
As the day moves into the evening, Fred’s £5 Million Handicap Stakes at 4:28 pm, a Jockey Club Grassroots Mile Series Qualifier, promises dramatic finishes with a strong field contesting one mile and 113 yards.
The day will close with a seven-furlong Handicap Stakes at 5:03 pm, providing the perfect finale with the sun setting over the Downs. Racegoers will leave with memories of a thrilling, action-packed Bank Holiday.
Beyond the track, children can enjoy a full carnival of activities, including the new Jockey Gym led by trainer James Adams, giving fans insights into the routines of top riders like Tom Marquand and Hollie Doyle. With family-friendly entertainment and competitive racing combined, Epsom Downs’ Bank Holiday Family Raceday is set to be a highlight of the 2025 racing calendar.
Conclusion:
Epsom Downs Racecourse once again demonstrates why it remains one of Britain’s most cherished racing venues. The Bank Holiday Family Raceday on 25 August 2025 promises to blend history, competition, and family fun, making it a day not to be missed by racing enthusiasts of all ages.
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