Crowds flock in for historic race event

People of all ages packed into the beautiful estate for the historic point-to-point meeting.

The crowds weren’t disappointed as a seven race card provided plenty of on-course action, while a host of other attractions meant there was plenty to enjoy off it.

A spokesman said: “The first thank you must go to Revesby Estate who provide us with one of the most stunning venues on the Midlands Point-to-Point calendar.

“The next is a huge thank you to our organiser, the incredible Sally Spink and her loyal army of volunteers and officials who give up so much of their precious time to make sure everything was ready, ran smoothly and left everyone happy and wanting to come back for more.”

After all the recent wet weather, it was a surprise that the going was listed as good to soft in places.

Horses and jockeys relished the new-look course which, although challenging, produced some thrilling racing.

Racegoers John and Sue Nicholson said: “We’ve travelled from Stamford and it was worth every mile. It was a brilliant day.”