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The Forgotten Festivals: Underrated Race Meetings That Deserve More Love

David Prior by David Prior
May 28, 2025
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When it comes to British horse racing, a select few festivals dominate the spotlight. Cheltenham, Royal Ascot, and the Grand National are firmly embedded in the national calendar, renowned for their pageantry, sporting prestige, and global following. These major events also tend to coincide with heightened interest around race coverage and associated promotions such as free bets. Yet beyond the glamour and media focus, race meetings across the country continue to deliver just as much tradition, passion, and high-quality competition, often in more intimate and characterful settings.

These overlooked fixtures may lack royalty in the parade ring or crowds of A-listers in designer suits, but they hold a special place in the hearts of locals and racing diehards alike.

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In this article, we shine a light on such meetings, festivals and race days that deserve far more recognition than they typically receive.

Perth Festival – Scotland’s Hidden Gem

The Perth Festival is an event that quietly helps build up to the summer jumps season in April and does so with a unique Scottish charm. Set in the lush surroundings of Scone Palace Parklands, this three-day meeting celebrates grassroots racing, regional pride, and the enduring appeal of jumps horses that thrive outside the main bubble.

While Perth isn’t associated with big-name runners, past trainers like Lucinda Russell and Donald McCain regularly sent quality horses to compete while their stables and family continue that legacy. It also draws a healthy Irish contingent, with riders from across the water often taking advantage of the decent prize money and warm hospitality.

The festival features a blend of competitive handicaps and novice contests such as the Highland National Steeplechase and the British EBF Gold Castle Novice Listed Hurdle, often providing clues for the summer jumping circuit at places like Market Rasen and Worcester. 

But what sets Perth apart is the atmosphere: a crowd that knows its racing, a community that shows up in all weathers, and a setting that makes for a memorable day out.

Cartmel Bank Holiday Meetings – Racing with a Village Heartbeat

If charm were the currency of the racing world, Cartmel would be among the wealthiest on the calendar. Nestled in the heart of the Lake District, this characterful course stages just a handful of fixtures each year – typically across bank holidays – yet each one carries the unmistakable feel of a country fair rather than a conventional race meeting.

It’s a setting where families roll up with deckchairs, picnic hampers and portable barbecues, turning the infield into a patchwork of tartan blankets and sizzling sausages. The village’s cosy pubs and artisan shops do a roaring trade, and there’s often as much interest in the local fare as there is in the form book.

But don’t be fooled by the laid-back vibe. Cartmel’s races are hotly contested, and the course, with its tight turns and famously long run-in, provides a spectacle all of its own. The unique configuration produces thrilling finishes, rewarding horses with stamina and riders with tactical nous.

It may not cater to racing purists, but Cartmel has cultivated a devoted following. For many, it captures the beating heart of National Hunt racing – a place where tradition, community, and sheer joy of the sport come together in unforgettable fashion.

Go North Finals Day – A Platform for the Grassroots

Held each spring at different locations like Carlisle, Kelso or Musselburgh, the Go North Finals Day is the culmination of a season-long series aimed at supporting northern-based jump racing. The initiative offers horses of modest ratings a chance to compete for valuable finals across divisions such as novices, mares, stayers and hurdlers.

What makes the Go North Series special is its mission. It shines a light on the lifeblood of the sport – the smaller trainers, syndicate owners, and journeyman jockeys who keep the wheels turning in the regions. While Cheltenham and Aintree will always command the limelight, this meeting gives connections a meaningful target and the chance to be centre stage in their own right.

The Finals Day attracts competitive fields, a passionate crowd, and growing media interest. It’s proof that with the right investment and vision, British racing can promote success stories beyond the elite level – and deliver a product that’s both entertaining and deeply rewarding to those involved.

Chepstow’s October Meeting – The True Start of Winter Racing

Though it comes and goes with little fanfare outside of racing circles, Chepstow’s two-day October meeting is a cornerstone of the National Hunt calendar. Headlined by the Grade 2 Persian War Novices’ Hurdle, it acts as the unofficial curtain-raiser for the jumps season proper.

It’s here that stable stars return from summer breaks and emerging talents begin to build their reputations. Past winners of the Persian War include legends like Silviniaco Conti and Cue Card, highlighting the meeting’s importance as a springboard for festival contenders.

Chepstow in October also serves as a proving ground for conditional jockeys and young horses making their first steps into open company. The ground often begins to soften, adding another layer of intrigue as trainers weigh up winter campaigns.

Glorious Goodwood’s Opening Weekend – A Hidden Jewel Within a Giant

Glorious Goodwood is one of the most recognisable names in British Flat racing, famed for its undulating track, elite Group contests and coastal elegance. But before the Sussex Stakes and King George Stakes take centre stage, the festival quietly begins with an opening weekend that often goes underappreciated.

These early fixtures feature smart handicaps, listed races and lightly raced three-year-olds being tested against older company for the first time. Without the full media circus and racing royalty, the atmosphere is more relaxed, and the racing is no less intriguing.

It’s also a favourite with southern trainers looking to give progressive horses a run in conditions that suit them: fast ground, a sharp track, and a beautiful backdrop. With fewer crowds and less pressure, it’s the perfect entry point for racegoers seeking a more refined, spacious, and scenic race day experience.

Conclusion: There’s More to Racing Than the Big Three

British racing’s beauty lies in its variety. While the major festivals dominate the headlines – and rightly so – it’s the lesser-celebrated meetings that often offer the sport’s truest expressions: local heroes, fiercely contested handicaps, and communities that rally behind their course.

The Perths, Cartmels, Chepstows and Musselburghs of the racing world may not have the gloss of the grand stages, but they embody the spirit of the sport. They remind us that racing is not just about spectacle – it’s about connection, continuity and the quiet magic of tradition.

Next time you browse the fixture list, consider ditching the obvious and discovering something new. You might just fall in love with a forgotten festival of your own.

David Prior

David Prior is the editor of Today News, responsible for the overall editorial strategy. He is an NCTJ-qualified journalist with over 20 years’ experience, and is also editor of the award-winning hyperlocal news title Altrincham Today. His LinkedIn profile is here.

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