Wetherby Gala Race Day

Wednesday 15th October 2025

Get ready for an unforgettable day at the races! Our 2025 Wetherby Race Day promises to be bigger and better than ever. Guests will be welcomed with a sparkling champagne reception before sitting down to enjoy a three-course meal.

You’ll have the chance to bid on fantastic prizes in our live and silent auctions, take part in our popular raffle, and roll the dice at our games table – all while raising vital funds for a life-changing cause.

With plenty more surprises in store, it’s a day not to be missed!

We are excited to announce that this year we will welcome Saffron Cresswell, an accomplished British event rider, as our guest speaker. Saffron sustained a life-changing spinal cord injury after falling from her horse at the Bramham Horse Trials in June last year. This left her paralysed from the chest down, despite the profound challenges Saffron has faced, she has demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination. She is now focusing on adapting to her new circumstances and exploring future opportunities in coaching, sports presenting, and adaptive sports.

Join us for a day of racing, fine dining, auctions and more!

We are delighted to announce the next race day will be on Wednesday 15th October 2025 please save the date on your calendar!

All you need to know

Join Spinal Research for their 35th annual Charity Gala Race Day. Your ticket will include:

• Paddock Enclosure admission
• Access to the Spinal Research Marquee
• Reception drink
• Three-course dining menu with coffee
• Race programme
• A guest speaker
• A Charity auction

Tickets go on sale on July 1st, 2025. When tickets are on sale a link will be added to this page.

Sponsor a race or more!

Sponsoring a race provides an excellent opportunity for corporate entertaining and is a great way to boost your brand in the sporting arena. Or perhaps your business would be interested in sponsoring the champagne reception or flowers? If you are interested in sponsorship options please get in touch.

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This very special event was started by Rachel Wright, a remarkable woman who had a spinal cord injury due to a riding accident when she was just 21 years old. This race day has continued in her memory and has evolved into an annual event that regularly raises thousands of pounds for Spinal Research.