Pony Racing                                                                                                         Pony Racing at Whittington Pony racing was held at Whittington for the first time last year and due to is success and popularity it will take place a both meetings this year. The pony races take place on the flat over about 4.5 furlongs, providing young aspiring jockeys with an opportunity to experience racing. The hope is that this may encourage more local participation in the sport and help to promote the family horse and jockey teams we are accustomed to at Whittington. Dates and details Vale of Lune pony races sponsored by                        Saturday 11th April 2009       Entries Close: 4th April         Holcombe Hunt pony races Sunday 26th April 2009 Entries Close:  19th April Pony Racing will be held at 1 o’clock, but may be subject to change in the event of bad weather. 1st Race For ponies 138cm and under as per the PRA rule book (www.pra.gb.com)  Prizes for the highest place Novice Rider (a novice has not won more than 3 races) 2nd Race For ponies exceeding 138cm but not exceeding 148cms as per the PRA rule book (www.pra.gb.com)  Prizes for the highest place Novice Rider (a novice has not to have won more than three races) Both races to be run over approx 5 furlongs. ALL RIDERS MUST BE MEMBERS OF THE PONY RACING AUTHORITY.  SEE www.pra.gb.com FOR ALL RULES AND INFORMATION.  ENTRY ON OFFICIAL FORMS ONLY AND TO BE SENT TO: Ruth Hurley, Pine Tops, Station Rd, Pant, Oswestry, Shropshire SY10 9QL With correct entry fee of £20.00 and cheque made payable to either Vale of Lune Point-to-Point or Holcombe Point-to-Point                                                                                                                                                           Copyright© Whittington Races 2006-2009. All Rights Reserved.