GARTHORPE, Leicestershire. (1955) RH
Location: 6m E of Melton Mowbray on B676, 7m from A1 view map
Area: Midlands
Meeting(s): Cottesmore - Sunday, 09 March 2008; Belvoir - Saturday, 29 March 2008; Quorn - Sunday, 27 April 2008; Melton Hunt Club - Sunday, 11 May 2008; Blankney - Saturday, 24 May 2008
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. 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 jockeys, officials etc. Strong betting market.
Top Riders: S. Morris 19, R. Armson 15, R. Cope 11, Mrs J. Dawson 9, J. Docker 9, R. Burton 6
Start Times, Admission Prices & Special Features: Details available in 'Go Pointing', available to download free of charge from this site the week of the Meeting.
Entries: Available on the site for Members on the Sunday or Monday before the meeting. Non-members can view from the Friday before the meeting. Entries are also available in the Racing Post Weekender, plus check Local Press for details.