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Wolverhampton Racecourse

A popular all-weather track in the West Midlands, known for year-round flat racing on its polytrack surface.

Fixtures

Past Meetings

Date Going Racecard
2026-01-12 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2026-01-06 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2026-01-02 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-12-27 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-12-26 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-12-15 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-12-13 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-12-08 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-12-06 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-12-01 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-11-24 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-11-08 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-11-04 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-11-03 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-10-28 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-10-27 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-10-25 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-10-20 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-10-18 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-10-11 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-10-06 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-10-04 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-09-22 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-09-20 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-09-16 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-09-06 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-09-02 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-08-19 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-08-10 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-07-31 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-07-22 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-06-30 Standard / Slow (AW – Tapeta)
2025-06-23 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-06-16 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-06-10 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-06-03 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-05-27 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-05-22 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-05-19 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-05-12 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-05-06 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-04-29 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-04-28 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-04-26 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-04-21 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-04-19 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-04-07 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-04-05 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-04-01 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-31 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-27 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-24 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-22 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-18 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-17 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-15 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-14 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-12 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-11 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-08 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-03-03 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-02-25 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-02-24 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-02-18 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-02-17 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-02-11 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-02-10 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-02-08 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-02-03 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-02-01 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-01-28 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-01-27 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-01-25 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-01-20 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
2025-01-18 Standard (AW – Tapeta)
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About Wolverhampton Racecourse

Aerial photo of Wolverhampton Racecourse in the UK.
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Wolverhampton Racecourse, located in Dunstall Park, just north of the city center of Wolverhampton, England, is one of the busiest racecourses in the UK.

Established in 1888, it has undergone significant transformations, notably in 1993 when it was revamped with an all-weather Fibresand track and modern facilities. In 2004, the Fibresand was replaced with Polytrack, which remains the surface used today.

The venue hosts around 110 fixtures annually, making it a key location for flat racing enthusiasts.

Major Events and Races

Despite hosting numerous fixtures throughout the year, Wolverhampton does not feature any Pattern races but does host some notable races such as:

  • Lady Wilfruna Stakes: A Listed race run over seven furlongs each March.
  • Lincoln Trial Handicap: A significant race held over one mile and half a furlong.

The racecourse is also known for its vibrant evening racing events and live music performances post-races, enhancing the overall experience for attendees.

The Wolverhampton course is a flat, left-handed oval measuring approximately one mile in circumference. It features sharp bends and a short straight of about two furlongs, which tends to favor horses that prefer to lead or race close to the pace.

The track is known for its tactical racing, where positioning and pace management are crucial for success. The course layout includes various distances ranging from five furlongs to a mile and a half.

Wolverhampton uses a polytrack surface, which is suitable for horses that race handy (close to the pace) due to the track’s difficulty in allowing horses to come from far behind.

There is no significant draw bias in races of 5 furlongs, but over longer distances, lower numbers are favored if the field has more than 10 runners.

Wolverhampton Racecourse has a rich history dating back to the early 19th century.

Early Beginnings

  • 1825: Horse racing commenced in Wolverhampton at Broad Meadows, which is now part of West Park. This initial venue operated until 1878 when the land was sold to the Corporation of Wolverhampton by the Duke of Cleveland.

Establishment of Dunstall Park

  • 1887: The Dunstall Park Club Company was established to create a new racecourse on a 130-acre site.
  • 1888: The first race meeting at Dunstall Park was held on August 13, marking the beginning of racing at this location, which continues to this day.

Significant Developments

  • 1993: The racecourse underwent significant renovations, including the installation of floodlights and the introduction of an all-weather Fibresand track alongside the turf track. This redevelopment also included a new grandstand, hotel, and restaurant facilities.
  • 1994: The revamped racecourse was officially reopened by Queen Elizabeth II.
  • 2004: The Fibresand and turf tracks were replaced with a single Polytrack surface, allowing for flat all-weather racing only.

Address: Wolverhampton Racecourse, Dunstall Park, Gorsebrook Rd, Wolverhampton WV6 0PE, United Kingdom

Tel: +44 1902 390000

Email: info@wolverhampton-racecourse.co.uk

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Significant Races

The following significant races take place at Wolverhampton Racecourse throughout the year.

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