Larkhill Racecourse
Larkhill Racecourse Schooling Trials Day
Racing Foundation Horse Welfare Board
Generously supported by the Horse Welfare Board and Racing Foundation. Schooling trials allow a more structured schooling opportunity for a variety of horses to prepare them for the racecourse,...Event dates
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Generously supported by the Horse Welfare Board and Racing Foundation.
Schooling trials allow a more structured schooling opportunity for a variety of horses to prepare them for the racecourse, at all stages of their career. The educational and competitive benefits of these schooling opportunities are clear, and our hope is that this ultimately contributes to well prepared, robustly developed horses appearing, or re-appearing on the racecourse.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Going Report. Under normal winter conditions Larkhill Racecourse regularly offers Good going. More accurate updates will follow.
Depending on demand - the day will consist of 6-8 schooling trials, with additional schooling taking place either side. The plan is to start with Hurdle Trials, then Chase Fence trials and finally Bumper trials.
We expect up to 10 horses in each trial, with entries taken on a first come first served basis. Trainers may also reserve a private trial for their own horses. Mixed entry trials are expected to be run to suit each individual group, at a sensible pace, with no obligation to travel as one group, with fields made up from several trainers.
First Trial: 8.30am - with intervals of 25/30 minutes between sessions.
Trial Times: will be determined by entries and will be issued on Saturday 12th December 2026 by 8pm.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Safety - 2 X Doctors, 2 x Paramedic Ambulance, 3 x Vets and Horse Ambulance
Facilities - Larkhill Racecourse offers a PTP course in the spectacular setting of Salisbury Plain where racing has been taking place since 1947 and it is considered one of the best grass courses in the country. Changing rooms will be open for use by Gentlemen and Lady riders.
Although the day is not open to the public, we welcome Owners, Trainers, Riders and connections to the schooling day and use of the Queen's Building will be open to all, (including disabled access). Providing shelter from the weather and excellent viewing of the course, accompanied by light refreshments such as tea, coffee and biscuits.
Terms & conditions
Authority
The schooling trials day is organised with the support of the Horse Welfare Board, and generous funding from the Racing Foundation.
Obstacles and Course Layout
The obstacles and course are presented in accordance with BHA Regulations.
Stabling is not available.
Which horses can take part?
Thoroughbreds which are compliant with the relev
Authority
The schooling trials day is organised with the support of the Horse Welfare Board, and generous funding from the Racing Foundation.
Obstacles and Course Layout
The obstacles and course are presented in accordance with BHA Regulations.
Stabling is not available.
Which horses can take part?
Thoroughbreds which are compliant with the relevant vaccination programme may take part. Horses can be un-raced and there is no lower age limit. A safety factor of 10 horses will be applied to each Schooling Chase Trial and 6 for Galloping.
Who can ride?
We are asking that all riders currently hold a licence (or have previously held a professional licence) in Schooling Trials run over fences. The responsibility remains with the Trainer to act in the interest of their employees, working with other Trainers where riders are shared.
All riders are to wear appropriate safety equipment, in line with BHA standards, and must have the relevant insurance in place.
Disclaimer
All Owners and Trainers attending the schooling trials day do so at their own risk. Larkhill Racecourse (Larkhill Equestrian Ltd) and organisers accept no responsibility.
In the event of a medical/veterinary emergency the event may be subject to a delay, curtailment or cancellation.
Larkhill Racecourse retain the right to cancel the Schooling Trials Day in the event of adverse weather, unsuitabe going or lack of entries.
Refund policy
Refunds will be issued in full if the schooling trials day is cancelled by the organiser.
No refunds will be provided for voluntary withdrawals or non-attendance after 6pm on Sat 12 December 2026
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