GARTHORPE, Leicestershire. (1955) RH
Location: 6m E of Melton Mowbray on B676, 7m from A1. LE14 2RS. view map
Area: Midlands
Meeting(s): Cottesmore - Sunday, 04 March 2012; Belvoir - Saturday, 24 March 2012 (not 31 March as previously advertised); Quorn - Sunday, 29 April 2012; Melton Hunt Club - Saturday, 12 May 2012; Meynell & South Staffordshire - Saturday, 26 May 2012
Course Summary: Rectangular well-drained course, the undulations having been levelled and downhill stretches have been drained; run-in of 190 yards slopes to outside; fences big and well constructed; open ditch just after winning post jumped twice and makes for a fine sight. Superbly maintained, watering system available and decent ground available throughout dry spells. Good access and exit to car parks. Good view from car park on outside of straight. Extra toilets and viewing area for disabled. Permanent facilities for riders, officials etc. Strong betting market.
Top Riders: S. Morris* 10, Tom Greenall 9. G. Henderson 9, Miss Gemma Hutchinson 9, R. Armson 8
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