Back local animal charity at Newmarket race day

Newmarket hosts charity race day for the Animal Health Trust as it celebrates its 75th anniversary

On Saturday 10 June the July Racecourse in Newmarket plays host to an exciting fundraising Gala Race Day for the Animal Health Trust (AHT).

The AHT, an animal charity based in Kentford, near Newmarket, celebrates 75 years of leading science and care for animals in 2017. Its work behind the scenes ensures animals have a fighting chance of beating diseases such as cancer, epilepsy, Strangles and equine flu, and the Gala Race Day is a key fundraising event for this work.

Noel Byrne, Chair of the Race Day Committee and Chief Executive of the Bedford Lodge Hotel and Spa, said: “I have been a member of the Gala Race Day Committee for several years, and each year I am thrilled to see how well supported the AHT is by local and regional guests.

“This year I hope the day will be supported by even more animal lovers as we celebrate the 75th anniversary of the AHT, and the significant difference it has made for horses, dogs and cats during that time. I am very proud to be a Trustee of the AHT and have seen first-hand how the vital funds raised aid their dedicated team of vets, nurses and scientists in helping even more animals.

“If you have a horse, dog or cat, then you really should come and join us for a great day of racing – even if you’ve never needed the AHT’s help directly, the scientific research they have contributed too will have helped your pet. The AHT really is an unsung hero and as pet owners we all owe a debt of gratitude to the charity for the help it has given us all, indirectly, over the last 75 years.”

If you’re unable to attend the Race Day, one way to support the charity is by taking part in the AHT’s online charity auction where you could win a number of amazing prizes, including luxury holidays and sporting events. To view a full list of auction items, and place your bids, visit the AHT website: www.aht.org.uk/galaraceday

Dr Mark Vaudin, Chief Executive of the AHT, added: “I hope people will support us by giving generously. Alongside our work benefitting dogs and cats, we are committed to supporting the racing industry through working to combat equine diseases. We need your help to keep horses healthy and fit to compete, so that we can all continue to enjoy equine sports such as racing.

“In our 75th year, we’ve incredibly proud of the difference we have already made for horses, dogs and cats but we have so much more to do. In order to do this we rely on donations from the public so please place a bid on the auction, drop some of your winnings into one of our charity buckets or make a donation when you buy your tickets.”

You can purchase tickets to attend the AHT Newmarket Gala Race Day from newmarket.thejockeyclub.co.uk where you can also make a donation to the charity.