Combined Services @ Larkhill 18th Feb

The Combined Services point to point, to be run on Sunday 18th February, has got a similar card to last year’s new design with a few tweaks to accommodate people’s concerns.   

The Coronation Cup has  had its prize money doubled to £2000, with winner taking £1000 down to  4th getting £200, in line with its classic status.   

The Novice Conditions and  Conditions races, which are open to all not just the military, have had their  conditions eased.  

The 2.5 mile maiden, open  to those who have run in points at least 4 times before, remains aimed at  those who find limited opportunities early in the season, and it hopes to  build further after a successful first year.  NB the winner won the  restricted at Umberleigh. 

They have also developed the mementoes further providing crates of Stonehenge Ales to the winning yards as well as a fine collection of mementoes and bottles of spirits to the winning owners. 

The course itself has recovered well from the last meeting, although bends and the last fence will be moved to provide fresh ground.  The current weather forecast is set fair, and over 20 food and tradestands have asked to come. 

Peter Wright

Racing Secretary Combined Services

01793 264603 / 07437 437522