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Exploring British horseracing as a force for good in society: through education and employability; health and wellbeing and community engagement activity. Racing Together is a racing industry initiative funded by the HBLB, and is made up of a partnership of organisations working together to grow community engagement activity across the sport and beyond. Visit www.racingtogether.co.uk for more.
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This free-to-attend webinar explored finalists from the Community Award category at November’s Racecourse Association (RCA) Showcase & Awards. Hear from those closest to the programmes about the why, the how and the impact. The panel was hosted by Matthew Jones from the RCA. Apologies for issues with Debbie's sound in the first half. Meet the Panel: Sarah Drabwell – The Jockey Club (Sandown Park) After a 20-year career in finance, six of those as Finance Director of Epsom, Sandown and Ke...
Due to a technical error the first minute of this recording is missing - apologies for any inconvenience caused. This free-to-attend webinar explored the latest news in British racing’s community engagement, social impact and beyond. The panel was hosted by Racing Media Academy graduate Luca Brooks- Edwards. An expert panel reflected on 2025 activity, including the sport’s new Social Impact Strategy, emerging research and industry-leading fundraising and charity partnerships. Meet the P...
All roads lead to the racing’s largest volunteering effort – Racing Together Community Week This episode was a conversation to discuss the huge benefits of getting involved with this year’s Racing Together Community Week, taking place from 5th–11th May. This episode showcased the power of racing to give back and inspire action nationwide. Our expert panellists shared how their organisations have embraced employee volunteering and how others can get involved, no matter their size or reso...
The expert panel discussed the innovative approach of racecourses nationwide to create positive impact in their communities. The panel is hosted by the Racecourse Association’s Matthew Jones with racecourse representatives contributing to the discussion. Panellists formed part of the recent Racecourse Association Showcase & Awards judging process competing in the sought-after Community Award category, won by Go Racing in Yorkshire. Join us at Racing Together Industry Day to hear from Gene...
Host: Sally Lyons (GBR) Panellists: Richard Phillips (Trainer and NRW founder), Fr33dom Zampaladus (Urban Equestrian Academy), Birte Bauer and David Futter (Norton Farm Stud), Kevin and Pam Atkinson (New Beginnings) and Louise Robson (Thoroughbred Dressage)
Racing's national day of volunteering is fast-approaching, this year taking place on Thursday 25th May. This episode runs through the many benefits of volunteering, and provides some inspiring ideas from our panellists. Panellists: Eleanor Boden Chief Executive, Scottish Racing Academy Eleanor is responsible for the development and management of the Scottish Racing Academy provision, the teams as well as key education and industry partners. Eleanor's main focus is to enhance recruitment str...
Meet The Panel James Crespi General Manager l Epsom Racecourse James spent ten years on the Goodwood Estate building the Festival of Speed and Revival Meeting, two of the world’s largest motor sport events. He then progressed to become General Manager of Goodwood Racecourse where he was involved in developing the course and facilities to produce a world class venue. As Chief Operating Officer for the West Wittering Estate, a visitor attraction and conservation area attracting over a million ...
Join us for series two episode two in the Racing Together Webinar Series. Meet The Panel: Andrew Braithwaite CEO l British Racing School Andrew joined the BRS in 2014 as Finance Director and in the time since has played a crucial role in the school’s rapid development. Alongside his financial skills, his leadership and vision have seen his remit stretched well beyond what is usually delivered by the incumbent of such a role. He has been fundamental to the development...
Join us for series two episode one in the Racing Together Webinar Series. Meet The Panel: S2 E1 Chris James l Director of External Affairs l Motor Neurone Disease Association Chris joined the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association in September 2013 and has worked in the voluntary sector for over 25 years. As Director of External Affairs, Chris has responsibility for the Association’s Communications, Policy, Campaigning and VIP management functions. In his spare time, ...
Join our expert panel hosted by TV Presenter and Freelance Journalist Sally Ann Grassick to explore how racehorses can help people, and the suitability of ex-racehorse for equine-assisted therapy. Meet the Panel Host: Sally Ann Grassick Sally Ann is a TV Presenter and Freelance Journalist, a keen Racing to School Ambassador and founder of Thoroughbred Tales, a social media channel dedicated to showcasing racing stories from those behind-the-scenes. Jennifer Barker Racing to Relate co-founder...
Join our expert panel hosted by TV Presenter and Freelance Journalist Sally Ann Grassick as they explore how we can engage racing’s next generation of fans, racegoers and staff. They highlight some of the challenges as well as exciting initiatives designed to broaden the sport’s appeal. Meet the Panel Host: Sally Ann Grassick Sally Ann is a TV Presenter and Freelance Journalist. A keen Racing to School Ambassador and founder of Thoroughbred Tales, a social media channel dedicated to showcasi...
Join our expert panel, hosted by racing broadcaster Rishi Persad to explore how accessible racing is already as a sport, and examine if it is possible and feasible to be accessible to everyone. Our panellists will engage in a wide-ranging discussion, talking about current initiatives and what being accessible really means. Meet the Panel: Rory Palmer, Racing Together Subcommittee Member Rory is a former Labour Member of European Parliament and is currently Senior Policy, Public Affairs &...
Join our expert panel, hosted by racing broadcaster Hayley Moore to reflect back on racing’s community response to Covid-19, and to explore what it taught us about the power of sport to help others. Our panellists cover the experiences of football, racing and racecourses – and the powerful impact that community and charity support can have on communities. Meet the Panel: Mike Evans, CEO EFL Trust Mike has worked at the EFL Trust for 12 years since its inception. The EFL Trust is the charitab...
Racing Together is pleased to launch its first series, designed to start and accelerate conversations on some key community engagement and education topics. The interactive sessions will be led by a host and feature a guest panel from across and outside horseracing. In partnership with the sport’s eLearning platform Racing2Learn many of the topics covered can be further explored through their courses. Episode 2: Charities, heroes and heartstrings: all in a day’s racing Join host Rosie Tapner ...
Racing Together is pleased to launch its first series, designed to start and accelerate conversations on some key community engagement and education topics. The interactive sessions will be led by a host and feature a guest panel from across and outside horseracing. In partnership with the sport’s eLearning platform Racing2Learn many of the topics covered can be further explored through their courses. Episode 1: During Safer Gambling Week, we ask: can racing’s reliance on betting be part of o...
Call for progression on racial equality at British Racing’s first collective conversation about racism Over 250 people from horseracing and associated industries engaged with the first ‘Let’s Talk About Race’ webinar on Wednesday 10th November, where Royal Ascot winning trainer Suzy Smith and cricketing legend Michael Holding called for more action on tackling race and racial equality within British racing. This podcast is the audio version of the webinar. Led by award-winning broadcaster Nic...




