Posted: 11th November 2016 | Back to news feed
With the aim of promoting the work of The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre (BTRC) during its 25th Anniversary year the charity enjoyed a successful day at Aintree Racecourse for the Betfred BTRC Day.
Thanks to the generosity of race goers, The BTRC raised more than £4,000 through the sale of the sweepstake tickets. Donations, sales of merchandise, wheel of fortune and a delicious lunch in the Sefton Room hosted by BTRC Chairman also raised money on the day.
The world’s biggest independent bookmaker, Betfred kindly offered the day to The BTRC to assist them with their on-going fundraising to build new stables at the centre in Lancashire.
Caroline Davis, Betfred Sponsorship Executive said: “Betfred BTRC Day was a great success. We were delighted to collaborate with the BTRC on our race day and help raise awareness and money. Between our on-course competition for which every entry received we donated £1, combined with the Betfred Wheel Of Fortune we’re pleased to say we raised £500 for this fantastic charity.”
Said BTRC Chief Executive Gillian Carlisle: “We had a fantastic day at Aintree, it was a real celebration of retraining. It was great to talk to so many people about The BTRC and the work we do. It was definitely one of the high spots of the 25th Anniversary year.”
Held on Saturday, November 5, at Aintree Racecourse, near Liverpool, the ‘Betfred BTRC Day’ provided a spectacular day out.
The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre is the biggest in Britain dedicated to the retraining and rehoming of retired racehorses to give them happy and useful lives once their racing days are over and was the pioneer in the field when launched as the Thoroughbred Rehabilitation Centre 25 years ago.
To celebrate the BTRC’s 25th Anniversary, Betfred and Aintree spent the day promoting the fantastic work the charity undertakes retraining retired racehorses.
Racing expert and BTRC Chairman John Sexton and Gillian, were both interviewed in front of the crowds providing information about the charity and the work it does to help retrain and rehome racehorses for new careers after racing.
Between races spectators also had the chance to see The British Thoroughbred Retraining Centre team in action in the parade ring. These horses have passed through the centre en route to full and useful lives in other equestrian disciplines from dressage to eventing or even as happy hackers.
Race goers enjoyed meeting BTRC ‘Bash On’ with the retired racehorse on the stand allowing people to say hello and pat him.
For further information contact BTRC on (01524) 812649 or please visit www.britishtrc.co.uk
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