Newmarket Racecourse is set to host a thrilling three-day Spring Meeting at its historic Rowley Mile racecourse. The festival will commence with Afternoon Racing on May 16th, 2025. The second day, May 17th, will feature the Spring Meeting Family Extravaganza, offering a fun-filled atmosphere for visitors of all ages. The event will conclude with another exciting session of Afternoon Racing at the Spring Meeting on May 18th, 2025. This annual celebration is not only about exhilarating horse racing action but also about creating memorable experiences for families and racing enthusiasts alike.
Beyond the racetrack, the festival is designed to entertain visitors with a lively artistic ambiance. Guests can indulge in creative face painting sessions, giving both children and adults the opportunity to wear their favorite and imaginative designs. Storytelling takes a whimsical turn with engaging puppet shows that promise to captivate audiences of all age groups. Adding to the excitement, bubble artists will enchant the crowd with their skillful and mesmerizing bubble displays. For those seeking even more wonder, Ozzy the Magician and a group of circus performers will be on hand to deliver jaw-dropping tricks and acrobatic feats, ensuring an unforgettable off-track experience.
The racing action on Day One begins with The Apprentice Handicap Stakes at 2:18 pm, run over a distance of 7 furlongs. This opening race sets the tone for an action-packed day of sport and excitement. The second race of the day is The Novice Stakes at 2:52 pm, covering a track length of 8 furlongs. Following that, The Handicap Stakes at 3:25 pm will also be contested over 8 furlongs. The Juddmonte EBF Restricted Novice Stakes is scheduled for 4:00 pm, featuring a sprint distance of 6 furlongs. The next race on the card is The Handicap Stakes at 4:38 pm, run over an extended distance of 12 furlongs. The final race of the day is another edition of The Handicap Stakes, set for 5:15 pm and covering a distance of 6 furlongs. Gates for the opening day will open at 12:18 pm.
The second day of the festival, which also marks the Spring Meeting Family Extravaganza, will begin with The Handicap Stakes at 1:05 pm, run over 7 furlongs. This will be followed by another Handicap Stakes at 1:40 pm, also covering 7 furlongs. The third race on the day’s card is a Handicap Stakes at 2:15 pm over a distance of 8 furlongs. At 2:50 pm, the Fillies’ Novice Stakes will take place, covering a sprint distance of 6 furlongs. The Darley EBF Novice Stakes at 3:25 pm will be the longest race of the day at 12 furlongs. The penultimate race will be The Handicap Stakes at 4:00 pm, run over 10 furlongs, while the final race, the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce and USVF Handicap Stakes, will be contested at 4:35 pm over 6 furlongs. Gates on this day will open earlier, at 11:30 am.
The final day of the Spring Meeting will bring the festival to a thrilling conclusion. The first race of the day is The British EBF Novice Stakes at 3:45 pm, run over a distance of 6 furlongs. The second race is The Handicap Stakes at 4:15 pm, a quick dash over 5 furlongs. The third race, also a Handicap Stakes, will take place at 4:45 pm and span 7 furlongs. At 5:15 pm, another Handicap Stakes will be held, this time over a stamina-testing 14 furlongs. The ROR Handicap Stakes is scheduled for 5:45 pm and will run over 6 furlongs. The penultimate race, another Handicap Stakes, will be run at 6:15 pm over a distance of 10 furlongs. The day and the festival will conclude with The Fillies Handicap Stakes at 6:45 pm, run over 8 furlongs. Gates for the final day will open at 1:45 pm.
With an exciting blend of competitive flat racing and vibrant family entertainment, the Newmarket Spring Meeting at Rowley Mile promises to be one of the standout events in the 2025 British horse racing calendar.
