Following the tragic events at Cheltenham racecourse on Sunday which saw three horses – Bangers And Cash, Abuffalosoldier and ...

Welcome to the BHA’s Guide to Handicapping. Here you will find all you need to understand how handicapping works in British racing. If you do not find what you are looking for, please feel free to ...

Racing is everyone’s sport: Our vision is for racing to be a diverse and inclusive sport in which everyone can achieve their potential and where fans from all communities feel welcome. British ...

Races restricted to horses that have never won a race under that specific code – that is, on the Flat or over hurdles. Open to maidens but also to winners of either one or two races. The winners ...

Breaches of the Rules of Racing which happen on a raceday are usually dealt with at a Stewards Enquiry. Participants wishing to appeal the Stewards’ decision can request that their case is heard by ...

We are pleased that the BHA have been recognised as “one to watch” by the Sunday Times Best 100 Companies to Work For employee engagement survey and strive to succeed to a future number one place. The ...

BHA handicappers aim to treat every horse fairly and strictly on the merit of its form, using good handicapping practice and always maintaining the highest level of integrity. We are available to ...

Welcome to our new website! Like any new website you might come across things that need fixing, please let us know and we will get these resolved as quickly as possible. In the meantime, we would love ...

Welcome to our new website! Like any new website you might come across things that need fixing, please let us know and we will get these resolved as quickly as possible. In the meantime, we would love ...

At all times during a racehorse’s life, including when in training, at the racecourse or after its racing career has finished, the BHA requires that the health and well-being of the horse should be ...

Welcome to our new website! Like any new website you might come across things that need fixing, please let us know and we will get these resolved as quickly as possible. In the meantime, we would love ...