2023 Events

Christmas at BTRC
Saturday 25th November

Come along for a fun filled Christmassy day out! Meet the horses, enjoy activities around the Centre, shop for your Christmas gifts at the stalls, enjoy a tasty treat from the BBQ or cake stall, take part in the fun dog show and find out more about our work retraining and rehabilitating retired racehorses.

  • 11am – 3pm
  • Free parking onsite
  • Free to book, suggested donation of £5 per person upon entry.
  • Accessible to All

There will be 5 fun dog classes:
– Loveliest Lady
– Fabulous Fella
– Young Handler (14 & Under)
– Dog Judge Would Most Like to Take Home
– Fancy Dress (Christmas Theme)
£2 entry per class, entries taken on the day.

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December

Past Events

March

Thoroughbred Assessment Day
Saturday 18th March

BTRC would like to offer both owners of active racehorses considering the retirement options for their horse, and those with horses that are retired and in equestrian but are perhaps struggling with rideability or training issues; the opportunity of a full assessment as we undertake on all of our own horses at admission.

For more information and to book please click here. 

April

Childrens Easter Course
Mon 3rd – Thurs 6th April

Are you looking for something for your child to do in the Easter holidays? Why not book them onto this fun & educational horse care course aimed at beginners, no experience necessary. The course will run for four days, 9am – 3pm and you are welcome to book your child on for just one, two or three days or the full course.

The cost of the full course is £180 or £50 for a single day.

Click here for further information & how to book.

May

Thoroughbred Assessment Day
Wednesday 3rd May

BTRC would like to offer both owners of active racehorses considering the retirement options for their horse, and those with horses that are retired and in equestrian but are perhaps struggling with rideability or training issues; the opportunity of a full assessment as we undertake on all of our own horses at admission. 

For more information and to book please click here. 

June

CLA Womens Network Visit (Open to Guests)
Tuesday 13th June 10:30AM – 2:00PM

We are delighted to be hosting a visit for the CLA North Women’s Network. Guests will enjoy a talk from BTRC CEO, Gillian Carlisle and a tour of the Centre.

The CLA extends the invitation to guests (non-members) who would be interested in finding out more about both BTRC and CLA.

**Bookings for this event will close on 6th June so we can provide numbers for catering purposes**

Agenda:
10.30am – Registration, teas and coffees
11am – Talk from the team
11.30am – Tour of the centre
12.30pm – Lunch at Longlands Hotel

Tickets cost £29 (inc. VAT). To book please click here.

July

Cartmel Racecourse
Saturday 22nd July


Once again, BTRC are delighted to have been selected as the chosen charity for the fixture at Cartmel Racecourse on Saturday 22nd July. We will be there all day with our stand, raising awareness and selling merchandise to raise funds. But also, the main attraction, BTRC Washbear will be back again to meet the racegoers and make new friends. If you would like to volunteer at the event to help us bucket collect, please get in touch with Lauren on lauren@thetrc.co.uk.

 

August

BTRC Family Fun Open Day
Saturday 5th August

Come along for a fun family day out! Meet the horses, enjoy fun activities around the Centre and find out more about our work retraining and rehabilitating retired racehorses.

There will be a horse parade, fun dog show, childrens activites, refreshments and lots more.

11am – 3pm
Free parking onsite
Free to book, suggested donation of £5 per person upon entry.
Accessible to All

There will be 4 fun dog classes:
– Best Rescue
– Childs Best Friend
– Loveliest Lady
– Fabulous Fella
£2 entry per class, entries taken on the day.

Book now

October

BTRC Virtual Balloon Race
Begins 31st October

Tickets available now for our Virtual Balloon Race
A fun, interactive way of helping BTRC raise funds… Pick your balloon shape, pattern and colours ready for it to virtually take to the skies on 31/10/23. Track your balloon as it flies over Europe for 7 days.
– £100 Cash
– Amazon Alexa / Echo Dot 4th Generation!
Share with your friends and family, great for kids to get involved and watch their balloon travel the skies for 7 days!
https://ecoracing.co/cause/the-british-thoroughbred-retraining-centre-2501/

November

The BTRC Raceday at Aintree
Saturday 11th November