Guide to Ludlow Racecourse v6i5i
Ludlow Racecourse – used in the 14th century as a place where soldiers ‘matched’ their horses and now a Jump Racing course, via the Flat. Ludlow Races has a long and interesting history! 594739
News from Ludlow Races 275s2d
Straight from the Horses' Mouth... Ludlow Racecourse News 655u2a
About Ludlow Racecourse 2t2s4m
National Hunt 296m1l
14th Century Soldiers w235t
It is said that in the 14th century soldiers from Ludlow Castle matched their horses on the Old Field site that now hosts the racecourse. Racing officially dates back to 1725.
Originally a Flat Course 2z1x6j
Though now a National Hunt course, Jump racing did not start until the mid-nineteenth century.
Traffic Jams 4h6s5
Like the Melling Road at Aintree, Ludlow is criss-crossed by the B4563 in three places – the traffic is stopped when the course is in use.
Ludlow Golf Club 4a2w55
Inside the track is an 18-hole golf course, belonging to Ludlow Golf Club, founded in 1889 making it one of the oldest in Shropshire.
Nicky Henderson 623x1h
The Jumps course is a favourite of trainer Nicky Henderson, so many notable horses feature in the list of winners here.
Important Races/Festivals 2621j
February – Forbra Gold Cup
Directions 4q3i22
- Road: The course is 2 miles North of Ludlow off the A49.
- Rail: Ludlow Station is 2 miles from the course.
- Website: www.ludlowracecourse.co.uk
- Telephone: 01584 856221.
The Ludlow Racecourse Directory - Local Services 1m6v2
Travelling to Ludlow Races? Want to know where to stay, where to eat, where to get your hair and nails done? How about where the best pubs are and the name of a reliable taxi? We can help. Check back frequently – this section is updated on a regular basis.
