Interview: Tim Galbraith

July 2, 2010

Tim Galbraith has a simple philosophy: Never turn down a bet, no matter how small. It’s a tenet passed down from his father, and it’s what helps make his bookmaking business the popular but intimate venture it is at Beverley Races. Tim, 45, of Cherry Tree Lane, runs a well-known bookies at the Westwood along with his business partner Dave Money, following in the footsteps of his father Vic, who…

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Danehillsundance Wins the Feature Race @ Beverley

June 23, 2010

Danehillsundance ridden by Robert Wilson won the Siemens Chemical Express Handicap feature race at Beverley Racecourse. After the race the owner was presented with trophy by a representative from Siemens Chemicals. In other races, apprentice jockey Shane B Kelly was back at the track with two rides. The Irishman was looking to repeat his performance of last week at Beverley when picked up his first win at the Lucky in…

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An Afternoon @ Beverley Racecourse

June 23, 2010

Beverley Racecourse enjoyed a good days racing and for the second meeting in a row got lucky with the weather. The course located on the Beverley Westwood provided a great afternoons entertainment in the glorious summer sunshine. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size

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Punters Enjoy an Evening @ Beverley Racecourse

June 18, 2010

At last the the summer feel-good factor made its way to Beverley Racecourse last night. Thousands of racegoers turned up for a memorable evening on the Westwood at the ‘Lucky in Love’ themed night. With clear blue skies, bright sunshine and exciting racing setting the tone, punters enjoyed a superb night of entertainment with music provided by a steel band. Beverley Gorbutt from Swanland (right) was awarded a prize for…

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Racecourse Celebrates Success of New Race Night

June 18, 2010

Beverley Racecourse was awash with padlocks and keys last night, when a themed race night called Lucky in Love took place for the first time and thousands of revellers descended on the venue. The popular racecourse and events centre, based in York Road, Beverley, organised the themed race meeting to attract a new generation of racegoers, who were each issued with either a padlock or a key on arrival –…

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Be ‘Lucky in Love’ at Beverley Racecourse Tonight

June 17, 2010

It’s your chance to get ‘Lucky in Love’ at Beverley’s Westwood racecourse tonight (Thursday). The latest meeting at the popular racecourse is Lucky in Love Night, a six-race meeting aimed at making contacts at all levels in life. On entry to the racecourse, you’ll be given a padlock and key and your goal is to find your ideal match. Whether you’re looking for romance, social networking, making contacts or just…

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Wednesday Afternoon Racing @ Beverley Racecourse

June 9, 2010

Race goers at Beverley Racecourse were once again forced to brave the weather for this afternoon’s race meeting. Nellis Ellis ridden by Silvestre De Sousa won the first race of the afternoon ‘The Celebrate Your Birthday Here’. Ryedane won the ‘Lucky in Love Night Next Thursday Handicap stakes. The next race meeting at Beverley is an evening meeting, racing is scheduled to start at 6.30 with the event have a…

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Records Show History of Racing in Beverley

June 4, 2010

The racing season at Beverley is now well under way. Horse racing has always been a sophisticated affair, and if anything it has become more so with the passage of time.  It is a chance for people to dress up in all their finery and enjoy the thrilling atmosphere of the race. Documents held at the Treasure House, Beverley, show that the spirit of horse racing generally remains the same,…

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People Enjoy Racing @ Beverley Despite Bad Weather

May 29, 2010

Pictures from this afternoon at Beverley Racecourse which was full of life for the Brian Yeardley Continental meeting. Drizzle was unable to dampen a jubilant crowd spirits that created a great atmosphere at the Racecourse. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size

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Wednesday Evening @ Beverley Racecourse

May 27, 2010

Beverley Racecourse held a night of racing that include the Hilary Needler Trophy and top Frankie Dettori. The prestigious race was won by Geesala, who is owned by John Brennan. The full face can be watched online by clicking here. Submariner, ridden by Frankie Dettori won the Kevin Donkin Memorial Handicap. Full results from the days racing can be found here. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below…

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Lanfranco Dettori Wins Again @ Beverley

May 12, 2010

Elite jockey Frankie Dettori was once again racing in Beverley. Dettori found time to sign autographs and pose for pictures as he claimed another win riding Dance East in the New Minster Grandstand Maiden Stakes. Full results form the days racing at Beverley Racecourse can be found here. Left side: Leader Of The Land winner of the Lucky in Love Night 17 June Handicap – Lucky in Love HU17.net Picture…

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Racing Stars Past & Present at Beverley Racecourse

April 23, 2010

Beverley Racecourse today was blessed with some big names past and present from the world of racing. Frankie Dettori was in Beverley for one ride for Mark Johnston on Hacienda in the 4.05, the impressive maiden winner make it two from two. Kieren Fallon finished third in the 3.30 riding Interakt and then third in the 5.15 on Love in the West much to the delight of local bar owner…

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Spring Into Racing @ Beverley Racecourse

April 14, 2010

Beverley Racecourse held its first meet of the season, ‘Spring Into Racing’ saw a good size crowd taking in the action on the track. Results from the race meeting at Beverley Racecourse this afternoon can be found at the bottom of the page. Lenny Bee, Yellow Black Cross Belts sprints for the finish line in the 3.10, Beverley Races ‘Spring Into Racing’ HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture…

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Dalton Park Point-to-Point

March 15, 2010

Race pictures are from the Holderness Hunt Members, Subscribers & Farmers Race sponsored by David Turner and Co that was held at Dalton Park day of Point-to-Point Steeplechase horse racing. Winner of the Holderness Hunt Members, Subscribers & Farmers Race was number 4, Boxbury in Salmon Pink, white checked cap. Boxbury winner in ‘The Holderness Hunt Members, Subscribers & Farmers Race’ at Dalton Park HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the…

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Weekend of Sport in HU17 Preview

October 9, 2009

With the weekend fast approaching here is some of the sport that has been featured on HU17.net HU17.net Beverley Sport Links Football Rubgy Union Rugby League Cricket Horse Racing Sponsored by Game Invader This weekend Hodgsons FC have week off and the Humber Colts are playing away in the cup. There is however plenty sporting action going on this weekend in Beverley with rugby and football teams in action across…

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Beverley Races 22/9/09

September 22, 2009

Pictures from the final day of racing season for the Beverley Racecourse, racing restarts at the Beverley Racecourse on Wednesday April 14th 2010. Jonathan Sumner was at the races today, he is an artist with a passion for horses which is reflected in his work, for more information please visit his web site. Sphere the winner of the 2.00 at Beverley gets a cooling off Click on the thumbnail to…

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Beverley Races 16/9/09

September 16, 2009

Race goers at Beverley enjoyed an afternoon of racing as Beverley Racecourse staged it’s penultimate race meeting of the season. Pepper Lane do not take part in the 2 o’clock at Beverley as the jockey was thrown from his sandal on his way to the starting line! Winners from Beverley: 2.00 Zelos Dream, 2:35 Elusive Trader, 3.10 King Of Swords, 3.45 Point of Light, 4.50 Epic, Zelos Dream is shown…

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