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Carlisle race report — 9 November 2026
Yesterday at Carlisle produced a lively card on generally good ground with the hurdles running GOOD TO SOFT and the chases described as GOOD (good to soft in places). Highlights included a dramatic finish to the Racing TV Maiden Hurdle where Tyson Fury (9/1) just prevailed by a short-head over Poets Whisper, a 28/1 surprise from Disguisedlimit in the big-field novices’ handicap and a gutsy success for Nobotheratall in the Christmas Community Raceday handicap despite several incidents around the course. There were a number of non-runners and heavy incidents that affected several races: Jackson Court was declared non-runner after being cut, Matching Energy, Mr Caulfield, Famous Liss and Lady Scarphia all fell, while Paddys Policy was brought down and a couple of runners were pulled up.
Key moments
- Tyson Fury showed determination to lead in the closing stages of the 12:20 maiden hurdle and just held on after a tight tussle with Poets Whisper.
- Disguisedlimit produced the day’s biggest priced winner (28/1) in the 13:20 novices’ handicap, improving markedly up in trip to take the final stride in the run-in.
- Nobotheratall made most of the running in the 14:27 handicap and, despite a bad mistake mid‑race, was left in front at the last and was ridden out to win.
- Kientzheim and Lady Jetfire rounded off the card with composed victories — Kientzheim holding on by a half-length in the mares’ handicap chase and Lady Jetfire dominating the bumper.
- Going and track conditions were fair overall, but several falls and a non-runner affected finishing orders and margins in a few races.
Latest winners
| Race (time) | Winner | Jockey / Trainer | Odds | Margin / Short note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Racing TV Maiden Hurdle (12:20) | Tyson Fury | J: Erin Dunseath · T: Noel C Kelly | 9/1 | Short-head — fought on to prevail after a tussle |
| Fatty Renshaw Novices’ Hurdle (13:20) | Disguisedlimit | J: Danny McMenamin · T: Christopher Kellett | 28/1 | Led late, ridden and stayed on to take the final stride |
| Christmas Community Raceday Hurdle (14:27) | Nobotheratall | J: Harry Reed · T: Tristan Davidson | 15/2 | 1¼ lengths — made virtually all, ridden out after mistakes |
| Great Gable Mares’ Handicap Chase (15:02) | Kientzheim | J: Harry Cobden · T: Ben Haslam | 13/8 | ½ length — led, headed 2 out then rallied to hold on |
| Mares’ Open Maiden NHF (15:35) | Lady Jetfire | J: Gavin Sheehan · T: Jamie Snowden | 5/6 | Easily — clear by ~7 lengths |
Notable non-finishers and incidents: Jackson Court was declared a non-runner (cut leg), Matching Energy fell 2 out in the novices’ handicap, Mr Caulfield fell at the last, Famous Liss fell early, Lady Scarphia fell late in the bumper and Paddys Policy was brought down — these incidents shaped the finishing order across the card.
Summary: Carlisle produced competitive finishes throughout the card with a standout long-odds success from Disguisedlimit and close finishes elsewhere. Trainers and riders coped well with testing patches of soft ground in places, and connections will no doubt have noted the track and trip effects on several horses when planning next starts.
Carlisle Tips and Today’s Races
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Carlisle Race Results
Carlisle stages National Hunt racing through the winter and flat racing during the summer months. The Carlisle Bell and Cumberland Plate are the most notable flat races and feature at the June meeting. The Bell dates back to 1559 when the Carlisle gold bell was presented for the first time.
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Racecourse Guide
Situated between the Borders and the Lake District, Carlisle provides locals and tourists alike with an ideal opportunity for a day out at the races. Stamina is an important factor here as the course is galloping in nature and the uphill finish provides a real sting in the tail.
Carlisle is a right handed course of around a mile and a half. The going can become very testing which makes it even more gruelling for jump racing. When the ground gets very soft, jockeys tend to bring their horses over to the stand side in search of better ground.
Carlisle Bell & Plate Day in June is the highlight of the flat racing season. Master Of The House won the Bell in successive seasons in 1994 and 1995. The main jumping event in Carlisle’s calendar is the Colin Parker Memorial Chase in November. Names to feature on the roll of honour include top class chasers Many Clouds (2014), Monet’s Garden (2006) and Tidal Bay (2008).
Dining, Hospitality & Facilities
Carlisle has a number of restaurants and boxes available for you to entertain clients, family or friends. They can accommodate small groups and anything up to 80 guests. Packages in the Swifts Restaurant range from the Swifts Silver to the Gold and Platinum Restaurant Experiences. There are also private boxes available for hire.
Full package details and prices are available for pre-booking online with other food and drink outlets available on race days. Carlisle racecourse is just over 2 miles from Carlisle Railway Station on the West Coast Main Line.
Tickets
Carlisle stages racing all-year-round with winter jumps fixtures and summer flat meetings. Carlisle Bell & Cumberland Plate Day in June is the flat highlight while there are also Family Fun Days, Steak Nights and a Ladies Night in early July.
General Admission tickets give access to food vendors, bars and seating across the site, and booking in advance gets the best price. There are also group concessions for parties of ten or more, while the Steak Package and Winter Warmer offer good-value dining.
The Effect of the Draw
There are varied opinions on the effect of the draw at Carlisle. Runners who come down the centre of the track in the home straight seem to do best while statistics suggest that there is a slight advantage for low numbers in races over five and six furlongs.
Contact and Location
Carlisle Racecourse, Durdar Road, Carlisle, Cumbria CA2 4TS. United Kingdom.
Official Website: https://www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/carlisle/
Local Knowledge
Taxis
- Radio Taxis (2.4 miles away)
Tel: +44 1228 527575 - City Taxis (4.4 miles away)
Tel: +44 1228 520000
Places to Stay
- Pinegrove Hotel (1.5 miles away)
262 London Road, Carlisle CA1 2QS, UK
Tel: +44 1228 524828 - Dalston Hall Hotel (1.7 miles away)
Dalston Hall, Dalston, Carlisle CA5 7JX, UK
Tel: +44 1228 710271 - Ibis Carlisle (2 miles away)
Botchergate, Carlisle CA1 1RP, UK
Tel: +44 1228 587690
Places to Eat
- Peking Chef Express (1.3 miles away)
14 Petteril Bank Road, Carlisle CA1 3AH, UK
Tel: +44 1228 402222 - Shaha Restaurant (2 miles away)
89 Botchergate, Carlisle CA1 1RS, UK
Tel: +44 1228 520050 - The William Rufus (2.2 miles away)
10-16 Botchergate, Carlisle CA1 1QS, UK
Tel: +44 1228 633160