Horse Welfare
Home Horse Welfare
Purpose. Welfare. Responsibility. That’s HorsePWR.
HorsePWR is British racing’s hub dedicated to the Thoroughbred racehorse, the ultimate equine athlete.
Newbury Racecourse is committed to providing the best possible facilities for our equine participants. Horseracing in Britain is among the world’s best regulated animal activities and responsibility for the care of our animals rests with everyone in the sport. From the people who independently govern and regulate racing, through to racecourses, the sport’s participants and the 6,000 stable staff whose role it is to care for the 20,000 + horses who race over the course of a year, British horseracing is run by people with a deep love of horses.
Our common objective when it comes to welfare is for a British racing industry with agreed, transparent, world-leading standards of equine care for the whole life of our horses; a commitment to innovate and make ongoing, measurable improvements based on clear evidence; delivered through a coherent, proactive strategy with the full engagement of our sport.
Here at Newbury Racecourse, we have partnered with
Greatwood, a charity caring for former horseraces – www.greatwoodcharity.org
Pre & Post Race Checks By Vets
All racing takes place under the careful supervision of a team of vets to ensure each horses’ welfare and wellbeing and it’s suitable to race.
Vets Always 60 Seconds Away
Vets follow races as they happen and must be able to attend to any horse within 60 seconds.
Regular Inspections
Stables and tracks must adhere to high standards, with regular inspections to ensure compliance.