There’s fun for all at the annual YorkMix Family Sunday at York Raceday (Sunday 6 September), complete with approaching £250,000 in prize money for a seven-race thoroughbred card.
The ever-popular children’s book and film character, The Gruffalo, will also make appearances at intervals throughout the afternoon.
The feature race, the Listed Starman at Tally Ho Stud Garrowby Stakes alone, offers an impressive £70,000.
The only Sunday of the season sees the return of Pony Racing as young riders take part in the Dragon Studios backed Series.
County Stand dress code is relaxed, with smart casual being the advice.
The Racing Interactive Zone, based in the Bustardthorpe Development, will offer the chance to ride a virtual racehorse, to try on racing silks, question our experts and enter a colouring competition. Meanwhile, Remy the track’s equine ambassador, a retired racehorse himself, is hoping to be able to meet racegoers.
A range of activities will include inflatables, a circus skills show and mini golf. The more energetic can have a go at Zorb football, whilst those wanting a seat will be able to take to the cab of one of the mighty machines from Diggerland.
‘Tommo’ – well-known broadcaster, Derek Thompson will share his knowledge of the sport. Listen out for his racing guide and be ready to say hello and see yourself on the big screens as he roams the stands.