Several UK police forces have issued public warnings during February 2026 about counterfeit £20 notes being used in everyday transactions, particularly in cash-heavy environments. While this isn’t specific to racecourses, on-course betting can present similar risks - especially on busy days.
Read more about RBC Bulletin – Counterfeit Cash Awareness and Reporting Expectations
You will no doubt have seen the various announcements regarding racecourse improvements to significantly benefit the Betfred Derby Festival and from other discussions you may be aware that the existing betting areas of Upper Tattenham (partially) and Lonsdale will be impacted as a result.
Read more about MESSAGE FOR EPSOM DERBY UPPER TATTENHAM & LONSDALE BOOKMAKERS
It is with great sadness that we must inform you that Chris Hudson is critically ill in hospital where he will leave shortly and begin to receive palliative care.
Steve Spiby formally of Bet Delta sadly passed away recently after a brave fight with cancer.
Steve worked on the racecourse in a partnership for over 20 years until selling their pitches in 2018.
Recent years he had been working the summer months for MT Racing.
RIP Steve.
From the 1st March 2026 this will be £50 plus VAT = £60 per pitch.
Please be aware there is no longer a cap on this fee of £1,200.
All Bookmakers must make sure that the Card payment machine they are using blocks accepting Credit Card payments. As it is their responsibility not to accept payment for a bet placed with them from a Credit Card.
The Horse Racing fixture will operate as usual with both Tattersalls and Rails in operation until the final race, Once the final race has been completed our 2 Greyhound Bookmakers will set up.
Ayr Friday 6th March
1hr Pitch up time
For this fixture an additional 10 x pitches will be made available @ the Paddock & 3 x Pitches upstairs in the bar (Ayrshire Suite Closed) allocated using the 1-1 Tatts/Rails mechanism.
Ayr Racecourse have decided to restructure the pricing for Saturday 18th April (Scottish Grand National Day)
Picks 1 - 6 Paddock = £550
Picks 7 - 10 Paddock = £500
Picks 1-4 Ayrshire Suite = £250
Picks 5 -8 Ayrshire Suite = £150
Read more about Ayr Scottish Grand National - New Areas Fees