Hereford Results — 26 October 2026
Yesterday’s card at Hereford produced a number of decisive victories on Good to Firm ground (Good in places; watered; 7.2), with several short-priced winners dominating their races. There were a handful of incidents to note: a couple of non-runners and jockey falls/slips during the earlier hurdles, a horse reported lame after its race and one routine test recorded following a below-par performance. The day belonged to a mix of experienced juvenile and conditional riders taking smart finishes across the seven contests.
Key moments and takeaways
In the opener Inca (2/1) made up for being hampered early by the faller and came through strongly to lead from 2 out and win comfortably, Lunar Orbit (9/1) and God Of Fire (4/1) filling the places. Kamille Au Kanada was dominant in the 13:18 novices’ hurdle, making all and winning readily at 2/5. The juvenile divisions produced short-priced winners too — Houndswood Willow (3/1) and Echo Valley (17/2) both asserted themselves around the last to take their respective divisions. Miss Kingston (2/7) was always in command in the mares’ novice contest while Lucy The Wire (13/8) comfortably claimed the mares’ handicap. D’Jo Dela Barriere (9/1) came from the back to lead late and score in the closing handicap.
Incidents of note: Jetbob slipped up after the fourth in the 13:18, a couple of declared non-runners (including Fozzy Osbourne and Jetzet) were recorded, Meritocratic was reported to have finished lame on the left-fore after being pulled up, and Sandscape underwent a routine test following an underwhelming performance in the last.
Latest winners
| Time | Race | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Odds | Margin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12:48 | Betting.Bet Free Racing Tips “Hands And Heels” Handicap Hurdle (Cond/Am) | Inca | Roisin Leech | Sophie Leech | 2/1 | 4 1/4 |
| 2 | 13:18 | Betting.Bet New Betting Sites Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race) | Kamille Au Kanada | Sam Twiston-Davies | Anthony Honeyball | 2/5 | 7 1/2 |
| 3 | 13:48 | Betting.Bet Play Champion Tipster Juvenile Maiden Hurdle (Div I) | Houndswood Willow | David Bass | Tom Dascombe | 3/1 | 4 3/4 |
| 4 | 14:18 | Betting.Bet Play Champion Tipster Juvenile Maiden Hurdle (Div II) | Echo Valley | Gavin Sheehan | Tom Symonds | 17/2 | 5 |
| 5 | 14:52 | Betting.Bet Free Bets Mares’ Handicap Hurdle | Lucy The Wire | Jonathan Burke | James Owen | 13/8 | 9 1/2 |
| 6 | 15:27 | tigerbet.co.uk Download Our App Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle (Herring Queen Mares’ Nov Hdl Series) (GBB) | Miss Kingston | Jonathan Burke | Alastair Ralph | 2/7 | 3 1/2 |
| 7 | 16:00 | Halo Leisure More Than Just A Gym Handicap Hurdle | D’Jo Dela Barriere | Miss Eleanor Williams | Mrs C Williams | 9/1 | 3 1/4 |
Quick notes
Going: Good to Firm (Good in places; watered; 7.2) throughout the card. Non-runners and incidents affected several races — Fozzy Osbourne and Jetzet were declared non-runners, Jetbob slipped up in running, Meritocratic was reported lame after being pulled up and Sandscape was routine tested after finishing tailed off and pulled up. Overall the card produced clear, authoritative winners in multiple contests and a busy day for the attending vets and connections.
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Hereford Race Results
Hereford is a jumps-only course that races from October to May, with 17 fixtures in the 2025/26 season. The season starts with the Season Opener in October, and the winter Ladies Day, usually held in March, is the most stylish raceday of the year. Cards are made up of handicap and novice chases and hurdles, along with National Hunt flat races, including qualifiers for series such as the ARC Summer Chase Series. There are no Graded races, and the course describes its racing as competitive grassroots jump racing.
Racing in Hereford can be traced back to 1771. Flat racing was staged on the outskirts of the city until 1883, and the first hurdle race at Hereford was run in 1840. Racing was suspended during both World Wars and resumed in 1946. The course was modernised during the 1960s, and between 1970 and 1974 its number of racedays rose from nine to 15 after fixtures were reallocated from the closed Stockton Racecourse. In 1975 Hereford staged a record 219 runners across 14 races in a single day.
Hereford closed in 2012, and jump racing returned in 2016 after a four-year gap, with 5,000 racegoers at the reopening meeting. The course is now owned and operated by Arena Racing Company.
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Racecourse Guide
Hereford is a right-handed track, almost rectangular in shape, with a circuit of about one mile and three furlongs and a long run-in. The racecourse describes it as a fair, galloping layout, although the course built its reputation on sharp bends that test horses and jockeys alike. Because the track is compact, racegoers get a close view of the action from the stands.
Dining, Hospitality & Facilities
Hereford has a range of bars and food outlets, including The Snaffles restaurant, where you can eat while watching the racing. Seasonal food is served in Piglets Pantry and there is live music in the Hummingbird Bar on Ladies Day. Hospitality packages can be booked through the racecourse website. You cannot bring your own food or drink, including alcohol, into the racecourse, and only assistance dogs are allowed.
Tickets
Children aged 17 and under go racing free at every Hereford fixture when accompanied by an adult. Booking online in advance saves an average of £5 on the gate price. Seniors aged 60 and over and students get £5 off the on-the-day Grandstand price, and carers of disabled racegoers get a complimentary ticket. Blue Light Card holders get 50% off midweek racing and 20% off weekend and bank holiday fixtures at Arena Racing Company courses. Parking is free in the two raceday car parks and does not need to be booked.
Contact and Location
Hereford Racecourse, Roman Road, Hereford HR4 9QU. United Kingdom.
Tel: +44 1432 273560
Official Website: https://www.hereford-racecourse.co.uk/
The racecourse is about two miles from Hereford city centre, beside the A4103 just off the A49, and around 30 minutes from junctions 2 and 3 of the M50. Hereford station is a 30-minute walk or a five to ten-minute taxi ride away, and the 74B bus from the station stops outside the racecourse. The 492 Holmer and Bobblestock circular from the Maylord Shopping Centre stops a short walk from the entrance.
Local Knowledge
Taxis
- Blue Line Taxis (0.8 miles away)
Bridge Business Centre, Burcott Road, Hereford HR4 9LW, UK
Tel: +44 1432 343435
Places to Stay
- Premier Inn Hereford (Holmer) (0.2 miles away)
Holmer Road, Hereford HR4 9RS, UK
Tel: +44 333 003 1722 - Green Dragon Hotel (1.4 miles away)
44-46 Broad Street, Hereford HR4 9BG, UK
Tel: +44 1432 272506 - Castle House (1.6 miles away)
Castle Street, Hereford HR1 2NW, UK
Tel: +44 1432 356321
Places to Eat
- The Beefy Boys (1.2 miles away)
Old Market, Hereford HR4 9HU, UK
Tel: +44 1432 359209 - Waterside Restaurant at Castle House (1.6 miles away)
Castle Street, Hereford HR1 2NW, UK
Tel: +44 1432 356321