Sedgefield Racecourse welcomes a variety of Charities to the Champion Charity Raceday on Tuesday 10th November. The injured Jockeys Fund, a charity that supports injured jockeys and their families; The Bob Champion Trust, who are funding a cancer research project and Walking the Course, a fundraising activity led by Richard Farquhar who will walk across 60 racecourses in aid of Pancreatic Cancer UK and Racing Welfare. The racecourse will support Richard and Walking the Courses by participating in the Purple Lights for Hope campaign in aid of Pancreatic Cancer UK awareness across its’ restaurants.
Guisborough-born Grand National-winning jockey Bob Champion and respected Stockton-born racing broadcaster Derek Thompson will attend the raceday to support the charities and mingle with hospitality guests throughout the day.
Jill Williamson, Executive Director at Sedgefield Racecourse said; “We are honoured to welcome all three Charities to the racecourse and we wish them a successful and profitable day. This will be a perfect opportunity to raise awareness for the Charities and raise much needed funds.”
To support these great causes, tickets can be purchased for £75 per person which includes a hospitality entrance badge, arrival drink, three course meal, raceday programme and private viewing facilities within the charity suite.
Gates open at 11.20am with six races beginning at 1.20pm finishing at 3.50pm. Collectors will be present on the day so please give generously to these fantastic charities. Grandstand & Paddock tickets can be booked in advance for £13 or on the day for £16.
For more information on the Champion Charity Raceday or to book tickets visit www.sedgefield-racecourse.co.uk or call 01740 621925.
