Where To Watch Leicester Horse Racing Live – Streams & TV Coverage
Fans looking to watch Leicester Racecourse horse racing live have several excellent options for both streams and TV coverage. Whether you want to catch the King Richard III Stakes or Ladies Day, finding a reliable live stream or broadcast is essential for following the action. Here is your guide to the best providers for Leicester races.
bet365 (Streaming)
Watch Leicester Racecourse live with bet365, a top choice for comprehensive streaming coverage of UK racing.
- Coverage: All UK & Irish and French horse racing as well as other selected international horse racing.
- How to access: A registered bet365 account is required. To watch UK, Irish and French horse racing you must have a funded account, or have placed a bet in the last 24 hours. To watch any other racing, you must place a qualifying bet of at least £0.50 win or £0.25 Each-Way (or currency equivalent).
- Additional Features: Selected international racing includes racing from Australia, South Africa, the US, Brazil, Dubai, Singapore and India. The service also features a Horse Racing Archive, allowing you to watch replays of any Racing TV race at no extra cost.
- Geo-restrictions: If you are located outside of the UK or Ireland then depending on your country, geographic access restrictions may apply to streams.
- Platforms: The bet365 website and mobile apps (iOS/Android)
- About bet365: bet365 is a world-leading online gambling company offering extensive live streaming services for sports fans. Their platform is ideal for watching events like the Leicestershire Silver Fox Handicap Chase and other fixtures throughout the season.
William Hill TV (Streaming)
William Hill TV offers live streaming of Leicester Racecourse events for active account holders.
- Coverage: All UK & Irish horse racing
- How to access: A registered William Hill account is required along with a £1.00 minimum bet per race to watch. Antepost, totePool, meeting markets, and special bets do not qualify.
- Additional Features: William Hill streams a variety of other sports events, including major football, tennis, basketball and greyhound racing.
- Geo-restrictions: All streaming is for users located in the UK and Ireland only.
- Platforms: The William Hill website and mobile apps (iOS/Android)
- About William Hill: William Hill is a historic British bookmaker providing reliable betting and streaming services for horse racing enthusiasts. You can use their service to watch major events at the track, such as the King Richard III Stakes, directly from your device.
BoyleSports (Streaming)
BoyleSports provides high-quality streaming of Leicester Racecourse for users who place a qualifying bet.
- Coverage: All UK & Irish horse racing as well as selected international horse racing.
- How to access: A registered BoyleSports account is required alongside a minimum £1 bet on the race.
- Additional Features: BoyleSports offers streaming of a wide range of other major sports events.
- Geo-restrictions: All streaming is for users located in the UK, Ireland, Channel Islands and Isle of Man only.
- Platforms: The BoyleSports website and mobile apps (iOS & Android)
- About BoyleSports: BoyleSports is Ireland’s largest independent bookmaker, known for its strong presence in the UK and Irish racing markets and its streaming service lets you catch popular meetings like Ladies Day.
Racing TV (Streaming + TV)
Racing TV is the dedicated broadcaster for Leicester Racecourse, offering flexible viewing options via subscription.
- Coverage: Racing TV covers racing from all 26 major racecourses in Ireland and from 35 (out of the 60) major racecourses in the UK as well as selected international racing.
- How to access:
- Option 1: A direct subscription to Racing TV (£10 day or £30 monthly or £298 annual pass for UK users and £29.99 per month for all users outside of the UK).
- Option 2 (Sky): Sky Q subscribers can add Racing TV as a premium addon channel and access it via channel 424 (costing an additional £29.98 per month for UK or €34.98 per month for IE users).
- Option 3 (Virgin): In order to access Racing TV on channel 536 in the UK and channel 412 in Ireland, a separate premium channel subscription is required (£22 p/m for UK users or €26 p/m for Irish users).
- Option 4 (Vodafone): In order to access Racing TV on channel 421 in Ireland, a separate premium channel subscription is required (€30 per month).
- Geo-restrictions: Only a direct subscription with Racing TV under their International susbcription package allows for access outside of the UK and Ireland.
- Additional Features: Racing TV offers free replays of past races via their website.
- Platforms: The Racing TV website, mobile apps, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Sky Q/Go, Virgin TV Box/Go, and Vodafone TV Play Box.
- About Racing TV: Racing TV is the premier channel for British and Irish racing, broadcasting action from top tracks including Leicester. Subscribing ensures you never miss a moment of the Leicestershire Silver Fox Handicap Chase or other key fixtures.
ITV (Freeview TV + Streaming)
ITV provides free television coverage of major Leicester Racecourse meetings, though scheduling varies throughout the season.
- Coverage: ITV is free but offers only selected UK and Irish horse racing coverage. ITV1 broadcasts big events while ITV4 broadcasts many Saturday meetings, as well as the occasional weekday and Sunday meetings.
- How to access:
- Option 1 (Digital Terrestrial TV): ITV1 is on channels 103 or 3 and ITV4 is on channel 26.
- Option 2 (Freesat): ITV1 is on channel 103 or 112 on Freesat. ITV4 is on channel 117 or 118 on Freesat.
- Option 3 (Sky): In the UK, ITV1 is on channel 103 and ITV4 on channel 120.
- Option 4 (Virgin): In the UK, ITV1 is on channel 103 and ITV4 on channel 118.
- Geo-restrictions: ITV is only available in the UK.
- Platforms: Freeview Play (TVs/Recorders), ITVX app (mobile/tablet), Freeview website (desktop), Sky Q/Glass/Stream/Go, and Virgin TV Box/Go.
- About ITV: ITV is a major commercial broadcaster in the UK and the home of terrestrial racing coverage. While they may not cover every Leicester race, you can check the ITV racing tv schedule to see if events like the King Richard III Stakes are being shown.
Dubai Racing (Streaming)
Dubai Racing offers free international streaming that may occasionally include coverage from Leicester Racecourse.
- Coverage: Dubai racing’s 3 channels provide Dubai racing coverage and international horse racing coverage which will occasionally include UK and Irish races.
- How to access: Free access is provided on our site (betHQ) and no account is required.
- Platforms: Desktop, mobile or tablet via the betHQ website.
- About Dubai Racing: Dubai Media Incorporated is the official media organization of the government of Dubai, operating these channels to showcase global racing. While primarily focused on Meydan, they sometimes broadcast UK fixtures like those at Leicester.
FAQs
What is the best option for watching Leicester Racecourse races online?
In general the best all-round desktop/tablet/mobile streaming option is bet365, because just having a funded account provides access to racing at the racecourse as well as all other UK, Irish and French horse racing.
What is the best option for watching Leicester Racecourse races on TV?
For TV users ITV will be best if they cover the racing that day (most Saturdays or major events) because they are free – ITV racing schedule. Otherwise, Leicester coverage is guaranteed on Racing TV and can be accessed either directly via Racing TV or by adding it as a premium channel on Sky, Virgin, or Vodafone.
What channel is Leicester Racecourse racing on in the UK?
In the UK, you can watch Leicester Racecourse on Racing TV via Sky channel 424 or Virgin Media channel 536. If the racing is being covered by ITV, you can tune in to ITV1 or ITV4.
What channel is Leicester Racecourse racing on in Ireland?
In Ireland, Leicester Racecourse coverage is available on Racing TV via Sky channel 424, Virgin Media channel 412, or Vodafone channel 421.
How can I watch Leicester Racecourse races for free?
The most reliable option is bet365 which covers all UK and Irish racing – here a funded bet365 account is required but if you have that then nothing further is required. Another option is ITV which may or may not cover the racing on any given day, but typically does cover any races falling onto a Saturday. Finally the Dubai Racing channels, whilst free may or may not offer race coverage.
What time does racing at Leicester Racecourse start?
To find the specific start times, please refer to the Leicester Racecourse page which lists all upcoming race fixtures and race times.
Where can I access Leicester Racecourse race cards, odds and tips?
You can find comprehensive information at the Leicester Racecourse page which provides links to race cards which contain odds, free betting tips and bookmaker offers.
Where can I watch replays of Leicester Racecourse races?
The bet365 website provides entirely free access to race replays of all UK and Irish racing for desktop users, the user just has to log into their account to access these. The Racing TV website and mobile apps provide entirely free access to replays of racecourses they cover, including Leicester, with no log in required.
Can I watch Leicester Racecourse races on my phone?
All providers offer mobile access via their websites and/or dedicated mobile apps.
Do I need to place a bet to watch Leicester Racecourse races online?
bet365 just requires a funded account. William Hill TV and BoyleSports do require a bet to watch. Non-bookmaker options do not require bets and are either free (ITV/Dubai Racing) or require a subscription (Racing TV).
Where can I watch Leicester Racecourse races if I am not in the UK or Ireland?
bet365 allows selected international access with geographic restrictions for certain countries, users can find details on international streaming availability. Since the racecourse is covered by Racing TV, they do offer a specific International subscription package (£29.99 per month). Other than that only the Dubai Racing channels may or may not provide coverage on any given day.
About Leicester Racecourse
Leicester Racecourse is a historic dual-purpose venue located in Oadby, Leicestershire, offering both Flat and National Hunt racing throughout the year. The course was established at its current location in 1883 and has since become a staple of the Midlands racing circuit. The track is oval-shaped and right-handed, measuring nearly two miles in circumference, providing a fair but testing challenge for competitors.
The racecourse hosts approximately 30 race meetings annually, drawing crowds for popular fixtures such as Ladies Day. One of the highlight events is the King Richard III Stakes (formerly the Leicestershire Stakes), a prestigious Listed flat race run in April. Additionally, the Leicestershire Silver Fox Handicap Chase serves as a key event during the jump season. With excellent facilities and a rich heritage, Leicester Racecourse provides a memorable experience for racing fans.
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