York Racecourse

Fans flock to the Knavesmire in the summer for some of the sport’s top races. York has hosted racing since 1730 and is famous for its four-day Ebor Festival in August. Plus, it hosts several key meetings during the flat season.

The track

York was made into a circuit in 2005 and often sees long-striding horses do well. The centre of the course tends to be the favourite, particularly in testing conditions.

Top races

Dante Stakes, Musidora Stakes, Yorkshire Cup (all May), International Stakes, Yorkshire Oaks, Nunthorpe Stakes, Ebor Handicap (all August)