REDCAR RACECOURSE


Redcar racecourse originally opened in 1875, and it one of the few independently owned flat courses in the country.

redcar racecourse

Key Characteristics

When they made Redcar racecourse they used a spirit level as the course is perfectly flat. There is a straight mile course and although the bends are quite sharp, the course overall is very fair and galloping horses can definitely prosper.

Course map


redcar racecourse map

Interesting Facts about Redcar Racecourse

  • Racing has taken place in the Redcar area since the eighteenth century.
  • The present Redcar Racecourse opened in the nineteenth century.
  • Redcar stages Flat racing only.
  • The racecourse is located close to the North Sea coast in North Yorkshire.
  • The course is left-handed and includes a straight mile.
  • Redcar’s broad, level track is generally regarded as a fair galloping course.
  • The Zetland Gold Cup is one of the venue’s best-known handicaps.
  • The Two-Year-Old Trophy is a major end-of-season race at Redcar.
  • The racecourse is independently operated.
  • Redcar’s exposed coastal location can make wind an important factor.
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