# Welsh Racing at Bangor-on-Dee: Complete Guide _Welsh racing at Bangor-on-Dee — the Champion Chase, key meetings and National Hunt at Wales's only dedicated jumps venue._ *Source: [https://stablebet.co.uk/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-welsh-racing-guide/](https://stablebet.co.uk/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-welsh-racing-guide/) · last updated 2026-03-02* Welsh racing at Bangor-on-Dee is a proper North Wales experience: Victorian-era National Hunt racing on a rural track with an intimate feel, and an atmosphere that's welcoming without being overwhelming. Bangor-on-Dee is Wales's only dedicated National Hunt venue, offering jumps fans in Wales a chance to enjoy the sport without travelling to England. [Listed Mares' Trophy Day](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-champion-chase-guide/) in November is the highlight of the year. The [complete guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-complete-guide/) covers the course layout and fixtures. This guide focuses on Welsh racing: the experience, the key meetings, and how Bangor-on-Dee fits into the wider Welsh racing picture. Bangor-on-Dee has no named feature race, whatever this page used to say. Its one Class 1 contest is a Listed mares' novices' chase in November. For betting angles, see the [betting guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-betting-guide/); for a day at the course, the [day out guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-day-out-guide/) has you covered. Wrap up warm — North Wales in winter can be cold. The Welsh crowd is friendly and knowledgeable, and the racing is competitive. It's a cracking day out. ## The Welsh Racing Experience Welsh racing at Bangor-on-Dee offers something distinctive. As Wales's only dedicated National Hunt venue, it provides a unique opportunity for jumps fans in Wales. The rural setting and the intimate atmosphere make it a cracking day out. ### The Welsh Setting Bangor-on-Dee sits in the village of Bangor-on-Dee in Wrexham, North Wales. The rural character and the Welsh crowd create a distinctive experience. The [complete guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-complete-guide/) covers the track; from an experience perspective, Welsh racing at Bangor-on-Dee is hard to beat. ### The Crowd The Welsh crowd tends to be friendly and knowledgeable. Bangor-on-Dee doesn't attract the same numbers as Cheltenham or Aintree, but that's part of the appeal — a more intimate, relaxed feel. The [day out guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-day-out-guide/) has tips on enclosures and what to expect. ### Wales's Jumps Venue [Chepstow](/uk-racecourses/chepstow/) and [Ffos Las](/uk-racecourses/ffos-las/) stage both flat and jumps racing; Bangor-on-Dee is exclusively National Hunt. That makes it the go-to venue for Welsh jumps fans. The course has [no named feature race](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-champion-chase-guide/); its one Class 1 contest is a Listed mares' novices' chase in November. For betting angles, see the [betting guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-betting-guide/). ## Key Meetings & Fixtures Bangor-on-Dee's winter programme is built around a handful of key meetings. Listed Mares' Trophy Day in November is the highlight, but there are other fixtures worth targeting. ### Listed Mares' Trophy Day [Listed Mares' Trophy Day](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-champion-chase-guide/) in November is the premier day of the Bangor-on-Dee calendar. It carries the course's only Class 1 race, a mares' novices' chase over 2m 1f 77y run for the Richard Aston Memorial Trophy, and the atmosphere is at its best. Earlier versions of this page named a "Champion Chase" here, and no race of that name exists. Booking in advance is recommended — the [day out guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-day-out-guide/) has tips. ### Midweek Fixtures Bangor-on-Dee stages midweek fixtures through the winter. These tend to have a more relaxed feel — ideal for a first visit or a midweek treat. The [complete guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-complete-guide/#fixtures) covers the full fixture list. ### The Welsh Racing Calendar Bangor-on-Dee sits alongside [Chepstow](/uk-racecourses/chepstow/) and [Ffos Las](/uk-racecourses/ffos-las/) in the Welsh racing calendar. Chepstow and Ffos Las stage both flat and jumps; Bangor-on-Dee is the dedicated jumps venue. Check the [Bangor-on-Dee website](https://www.bangorondeeraces.co.uk) for the schedule. ## Betting Angles Welsh racing at Bangor-on-Dee offers distinct betting angles. The often testing ground and the undulating layout create a profile that rewards stamina and jumping. ### Winter Ground Bangor-on-Dee's winter fixtures typically see soft or heavy going. That can suit different types of horses than summer jumps courses. The [betting guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-betting-guide/) covers going and conditions in detail. ### The November Listed race The course's biggest race is the [Listed mares' novices' chase](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-champion-chase-guide/) in November. It is a conditions race for novice mares over fences rather than the handicap this page used to describe, so the weights do not level the field and class does most of the work. We hold no verified roll of honour for it and offer no trends. ### Track Characteristics The undulating layout rewards horses who can jump fluently and handle testing ground. The [complete guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-complete-guide/#the-course) covers the layout; from a betting angle, note how races are run and which tactics work. ## Planning Your Visit Planning a visit to Bangor-on-Dee for Welsh racing is straightforward. The course is best reached by car, and the winter programme means you'll need to wrap up warm. ### Getting There Wrexham General is the nearest station — you'll need a taxi for the final six miles. By car, postcode LL13 0DA will get you there. The [day out guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-day-out-guide/#getting-there) has full transport details. ### What to Wear Winter racing means wrap up warm. Smart casual is fine. North Wales can be cold and changeable. The [day out guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-day-out-guide/#what-to-wear) has more. ### Booking For [Listed Mares' Trophy Day](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-champion-chase-guide/) in November, book tickets and hospitality in advance. Midweek fixtures are more flexible. Check the [Bangor-on-Dee website](https://www.bangorondeeraces.co.uk) for the latest. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Why is Bangor-on-Dee important for Welsh racing? Bangor-on-Dee is Wales's only dedicated National Hunt venue. [Chepstow](/uk-racecourses/chepstow/) and [Ffos Las](/uk-racecourses/ffos-las/) stage both flat and jumps; Bangor-on-Dee is exclusively jumps. The [complete guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-complete-guide/) covers the course and its unique position. ### Is there a Bangor-on-Dee Champion Chase? There is no Bangor-on-Dee Champion Chase, and this answer used to say it was held in winter. The course has no named feature race. Its biggest day is Listed Mares' Trophy Day in November, carrying a Listed mares' novices' chase over 2m 1f 77y. Check the [Bangor-on-Dee website](https://www.bangorondeeraces.co.uk) for the fixture list, and the [race guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-champion-chase-guide/) for the detail. ### How do I get to Bangor-on-Dee? Wrexham General is the nearest station; by car, postcode LL13 0DA. The [day out guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-day-out-guide/) has full details. ### What should I wear? Winter racing means wrap up warm. Smart casual is fine. North Wales can be cold and changeable. The [day out guide](/uk-racecourses/bangor-on-dee/bangor-on-dee-day-out-guide/) has more.