Worcester Racecourse
A practical guide to Worcester's National Hunt course, including its galloping layout, fence difficulty and the tracks most likely to provide useful form clues.
About Worcester Racecourse
Worcester Racecourse is a picturesque National Hunt venue beside the River Severn, within walking distance of Worcester city centre. The left-handed track is known for its flat, galloping nature and generally fair racing conditions. Racing has taken place at Worcester since the early 1700s, and the course now stages jump racing from spring through to autumn, including several popular evening meetings.
Key Characteristics
Worcester is a long, flat oval of just over a mile and a half, with easy, sweeping turns. The chase fences are generally considered straightforward, while the brush-style hurdles can occasionally catch out less fluent jumpers.
Course Summary
Track: Galloping and left-handed
Finish: Generally easy
Fences: Easy
Interesting Facts
- The racecourse sits beside the River Severn, close to Worcester city centre.
- The circuit is a little over one mile and a half around.
- Its broad, sweeping turns make it a fair test for galloping horses.
- The course stages National Hunt racing mainly from spring to autumn.
Similar Courses
Form from the following courses may be particularly relevant when assessing runners at Worcester:
- Ayr
- Doncaster
- Haydock
- Newbury
- Warwick
- Wetherby
Course Map
