Arena Racing Company (“ARC”) and Uttoxeter Racecourse are delighted to announce Jenningsbet as the new sponsor of Staffordshire track’s feature race, the Midlands Grand National.
The Jenningsbet Midlands Grand National, which will take place on 15 March, is the jewel in the crown of the season at Uttoxeter and will see the prize fund increased to £160,000 for the first time this season.
Jenningsbet is the largest independent retail bookmaker in the UK, with 200 branches nationwide. A long-time supporter of British horseracing and other sports, Jenningsbet add the Midlands Grand National to a sponsorship portfolio that also includes the iconic Northumberland Plate Festival at Newcastle Racecourse.
Executive Director of Uttoxeter Racecourse, Brian Barrass, said, “We are really pleased to welcome Jenningsbet as the new headline sponsors for Midlands Grand National Day. Alongside the increase in prize money, we see it as a fantastic step forward for the race, and Uttoxeter Racecourse, on what is our most popular day of the year.”
“Jenningsbet continue to be a strong supporter of British horseracing and we very much look forward to welcoming them to Uttoxeter in March.”
Greg Knight, CEO of Jenningsbet, said, “This is a really good tie up between us and Uttoxeter Racecourse. Having expanded our estate to 200 shops with a strong presence in the Midlands, following the acquisition of the Mark Jarvis chain, this is the ideal opportunity to further cement our relationship with horseracing.”
“We will be bringing 500 shop customers with us on the day and with ITV Racing coverage it promotes Jenningsbet both locally and nationally.”
Jenningsbet Midlands Grand National Day at Uttoxeter Racecourse is scheduled to take place on Saturday 15 March 2025. It’s set to be a fantastic day with top class horse racing, plus live music and the screening of the Six Nations Rugby during and post racing.
For more information, or to buy tickets, please visit www.uttoxeter-racecourse.co.uk.
