£19,000 boost for racing charities

A RECORD £19,000 has been raised for North Yorkshire and horse racing charities by the Middleham Stables Open Day.

By The Newsroom

Published 31st May 2011, 07:00 BST

More than 7,500 people attended the popular annual event on Good Friday at one of Britain’s top racing stables, near Leyburn, to meet the horses and talk to the trainers and jockeys.

Gary Verity, chief executive of Welcome to Yorkshire who officially opened the event, said: “It was a fabulous day out and the total raised for local charities by those who attended is a fantastic achievement.

“Long may Middleham Stables continue to open its doors to visitors, and contribute significantly to Yorkshire’s racing heritage and support the local community.”

Beneficiaries include the Great North Air Ambulance, Middleham Sports Association, Middleham Community Fund, Middleham Primary School and Wensleydale High School.

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