Jump into Autumn

Excitement returns as Exeter Racecourse launches into another memorable National Hunt racing season.

Exeter Racecourse has earned its place among the South West’s leading sporting venues, drawing seasoned racegoers alongside those discovering National Hunt racing for the first time. Set on Haldon Hill, the course combines competitive Jump racing with a friendly welcome, generous hospitality and a calendar that encourages visitors to make a full day of the occasion. Across the season, families, corporate groups and racing enthusiasts gather for fixtures that carry genuine sporting significance as well as the simple pleasure of an afternoon spent trackside.

The 2026/27 campaign begins on Thursday 15th October with the Season Opener, bringing Jump racing back to Exeter after the summer break. It marks the start of another National Hunt season, when horses, trainers and jockeys return to competitive action and anticipation runs high from the opening race. The meeting has long provided an early indication of the form likely to shape the months ahead, making it a date that attracts committed followers of the sport alongside visitors looking for an engaging day out.

Attention then turns to Friday 6th November and the Haldon Gold Cup, a Grade 2 chase that stands among the racecourse’s most celebrated fixtures. First run in 1969, the contest has built a reputation for attracting accomplished horses and many of Britain’s leading trainers and jockeys. Its roll of honour reflects its standing within the early part of the Jump season, while the occasion itself brings a lively crowd, first-class racing and an atmosphere that rewards every close finish.

For anyone seeking a sporting occasion with substance, Exeter Racecourse delivers the drama that only live racing can provide. Whether the attraction lies in following established stars, sharing hospitality with friends or simply enjoying a day outdoors, every fixture offers another reason to return as the season gathers momentum across Devon.

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