Horse Racing Today – Tuesday 22 September 2026 Overview

It may be a midweek Tuesday, but British racing is keeping the turnstiles spinning with a healthy card of 27 races across four courses today. We have a pleasing mix of flat and jump action to get stuck into, with Bangor-on-Dee and Southwell flying the flag on the level, while the jumpers head to Uttoxeter and Ffos Las for some early-season National Hunt entertainment. Whether you're hunting a winner in an apprentice handicap or eyeing up a novice chaser with a big future, today's card has something for every punter. Read on for the full breakdown of today's UK horse racing.

Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse – Flat, 7 Races (First Race 13:30)

Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse gets today's flat action underway at 13:30, with seven races on a card that carries a top prize of £20,000 – making it the richest meeting of the day. The going is GOOD, which should suit a wide variety of horses and encourage positive, front-running tactics on this tight, undulating Welsh track.

The race to circle on the Bangor card is The Old Gravel Pits Lodges EBF Novice Stakes (Class 3), a GBB/GBBPlus race that will attract some well-bred, lightly raced types from the major yards. Novice stakes at this level often throw up horses who go on to much better things, so keep a close eye on the market here. Punters who like an each-way bet will also want to note The Churchill Tyres Apprentice Handicap Stakes (Class 6), where the 3lb or 5lb claim from a promising young rider could make all the difference in a competitive field. Completing the key races is The Christmas Parties R Us Restricted Novice Stakes (Class 5), a GBB race restricted to horses in Bands A through D – an ideal opportunity for a yard to get a win on the board with a horse they clearly fancy.

With the best prize money on offer today, Bangor deserves your full attention from lunchtime onwards. Check out the Bangor-on-Dee Racing Preview for our full race-by-race analysis and best bets.

Uttoxeter Racecourse – Jump, 6 Races (First Race 13:55)

The jumps season is well and truly warming up at Uttoxeter Racecourse, where six races get underway from 13:55. The going is GOOD TO FIRM, GOOD IN PLACES – and it is worth noting that the going stick has been recalibrated, so punters should factor that in when assessing ground preferences. The top prize on offer is £15,000, and there are some genuinely intriguing novice contests to look forward to.

The Man Commercial Protection Novices' Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) is a GBB race and arguably the most competitive event on the Uttoxeter card. Novice chasers at this level can be notoriously hard to assess, but horses who have already shown ability over hurdles and are making their chasing debut on a fair surface like this are always worth a second look. Meanwhile, The Jerroms Financial Group Novices' Hurdle Race (Class 4) – also a GBB race – should attract some exciting young hurdlers, potentially including horses making their Rules debut after a summer on the grass.

Fans of conditional jockeys' races will enjoy The Molson Coors Conditional Jockeys' Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5), where the weight allowances can dramatically alter the complexion of the market. These races reward punters who do their homework on the jockeys as much as the horses. Read the full Uttoxeter Racing Preview for our tips and analysis.

Ffos Las Racecourse – Jump, 6 Races (First Race 14:12)

Over in west Wales, Ffos Las Racecourse stages six jump races from 14:12, with the going described as GOOD, Easy Side of Good (SMMR 46). The top prize is £10,000, and while this may be the smallest pot of the day, the quality of racing at Ffos Las is rarely in question – it is a beautifully presented track that often produces strong finishes.

The highlight of the Ffos Las card is The City Electrical Factors Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4), which doubles up as a Fontwell Chase Series Qualifier and is also a GBB race. Any horse that catches the eye here could have a lucrative series campaign ahead of them, so market moves in this race deserve serious respect. The Betting.Bet Free Racing Tips Conditional Jockeys' Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4) provides another opportunity for up-and-coming riders to shine, while The Betting.Bet New Betting Sites Juvenile Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) – a GBB race – is always worth watching for juveniles who could blossom into something special as the season progresses. Juvenile hurdlers are notoriously difficult to price up early in the season, so value can often be found here. Don't miss the Ffos Las Racing Preview for our selections.

Southwell Racecourse – Flat, 8 Races (First Race 16:20)

Rounding off the day's action is an eight-race flat card at Southwell Racecourse, where the first race goes to post at 16:20. The going is STANDARD on the all-weather Fibresand surface, and punters should note that the track has recently received full decompaction and been reinstated with a Gallop-master finish – a significant piece of information that could affect how the track rides compared to recent form. Horses who have previously shown a liking for Southwell's unique Fibresand surface may need reassessing in light of this development.

The card's headline event is The Weekend Winners on At The Races Maiden Stakes (Class 3), a GBB/GBBPlus race that should attract some well-regarded maidens looking to get off the mark. With a top prize of £15,200, there is decent prize money on offer for an evening all-weather card. The attheraces.com/marketmovers Handicap Stakes (Class 4) Division II is a race where the Southwell specialists will be hunting, and given the track changes, any horse who has demonstrated a strong affinity for this particular venue is worth noting. Finally, The Follow @attheraces on X Restricted Maiden Fillies' Stakes (Class 4), a GBB race for fillies in Bands B, C and D, should provide a competitive finish to a busy evening. See the Southwell Racing Preview for our full verdict.

Today's Racing in Summary

Tuesday 22 September 2026 is a fine day for British racing, with 27 races across four courses catering to flat and jump fans alike. Here is a quick-reference guide to today's key details:

  • Bangor-on-Dee – Flat, 7 races, Going: Good, First race 13:30, Top prize £20,000
  • Uttoxeter – Jump, 6 races, Going: Good to Firm, Good in Places, First race 13:55, Top prize £15,000
  • Ffos Las – Jump, 6 races, Going: Good (Easy Side), First race 14:12, Top prize £10,000
  • Southwell – Flat, 8 races, Going: Standard (recently decompacted), First race 16:20, Top prize £15,200

From the EBF novice action at Bangor to the Fontwell Chase Series qualifier at Ffos Las, via the novice chasers at Uttoxeter and the revamped Fibresand surface at Southwell, there is plenty to keep punters busy from early afternoon right through to the evening. Good luck with your selections today – and as always, bet responsibly.