CATTERICK RACECOURSE
Catterick Bridge Racecourse is situated in the North East and is a nice blend of old and new with the original 100 year old grandstand still in place.
Key Characteristics
Catterick is a very sharp track, and like Brighton is certainly a racecourse for specialists. The round course is virtually downhill all the way from 7 furlongs out, and the 5 furlong races which start on a separate chute are also downhill all the way with the first furlong being quite an extreme downhill section. The course certainly doesn’t suit galloping types and is ideal for the small nimble horse.Course map
Interesting Facts about Catterick Racecourse
- Racing at Catterick Bridge can be traced back to the mid-17th century.
- The first recorded race meeting at Catterick took place on 22 April 1783.
- A permanent racecourse was established at Catterick Bridge in 1813.
- Catterick is one of the best-known racing venues in northern England and stages both Flat and National Hunt racing.
- The racecourse is located near the River Swale in North Yorkshire.
- Its compact, left-handed layout makes it one of Britain’s sharper racecourses.
- Catterick’s traditional grandstand dates from the early 20th century.
- The venue is among North Yorkshire’s busiest racecourses, with fixtures held across much of the year.
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