Sedgefield Tips

Located in County Durham, Sedgefield Racecourse is part of an exclusive group of 16 racecourses in Great Britain managed by the Arena Racing Company. Chepstow , Doncaster , Lingfield Park , Uttoxeter and around a dozen others.

The venue primarily hosts jump racing throughout the year, scheduling approximately 20 meetings annually, though June and July are often reserved for weddings and private functions.

Sedgefield provides a welcoming and laid-back atmosphere, perfect for family-friendly race days and various entertaining events throughout the year.

Sedgefield Racecourse

Sedgefield's track is a left-turning, rolling and tight oval, presenting a challenging environment during the wintry seasons.

For each one and a quarter mile circuit, around eight easy fences or five hurdle jumps are set up, with a relatively short 200-yard final stretch to the finish line.

Sedgefield Feature Races

Hosting National Hunt events all year round, Sedgefield proudly features the prestigious Durham National Handicap Chase as the premier contest among its 20 annual events.

Previously held in April but now slated for the October calendar, the Durham National expands over a distance of three miles and five furlongs.

Betting Advice For Sedgefield

• Right-handed, sharp, undulations
• 3-mile, 3.5-furlong handicap hurdles present a rare chance for long-distance hurdlers to shine at venues like Fontwell and Huntingdon.
• The Durban National is undoubtedly the highlight race of the year.
• With an 8/18 record and a 44% success rate, Christian Williams is a trainer worth watching.
• Not surprisingly, Gordon Elliott's 6/16 win record — totaling 10 significant placings and a 37.5% strike rate — speaks volumes, despite a small loss to LSP.
• Boasting a strong LSP, Milton Harris's 4/11 record demonstrates a 36.36% success rate.
• Neil Mulholland, with a 9/29 win record and featuring in 15 races, presents a respectable 31% hit rate, making him a trainer worth considering traveling long distances for.
• Outsiders are often highlighted under Diane Sayer — 2 wins from 22 entries plus two other noteworthy attempts.ndAt odds like 20/1 and 28/1, Nicky Richards's record of 1/5 with 2 second-place finishes suggests promising results over hurdles.
• Laura Morgan has a 3/7 win ratio with 4 total placings using her bumper racing strategies on this track.
• Aidan Coleman, with a solid 6/14 win ratio — almost a 43% success rate — is deserving of consideration despite a small stake loss.
• Adam Wedge 3 wins from 4 rides in bumpers
• With a 41.38% strike rate, James Bowen's 12/29 win record, along with 15 total placings, merits attention.
• Danny McMenamin, recording 21 wins from 101 entries, produces a strong 21% strike rate with a notably positive LSP.
• Basic details about the racecourse edge and critical information for visitors.