Easter is just around the corner and with it comes a host of unmissable horse racing to keep the whole family entertained.

Those heading to Carlisle Racecourse on Saturday 31^st March are in for a real treat, with under 18s admitted for free and General Admission tickets starting at just £15. Highlights for the day will include the Horseplay Zone filled with plenty of family activities, and a special charity foot race in support of Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice, Jigsaw.

Prior to horse racing commencing on the course’s annual family fun day, superheroes of the two-legged variety will be welcomed onto the famous Cumbria track to take part in The Superhero Stakes – a special, all-human half-furlong (100 metre) dash.

All proceeds raised by competitors – who can be of any age or running ability – will go to Jigsaw which provides day-to-day care, support and activities for children and young people living with a life limiting illnesses.

The gates at Carlisle Racecourse will open at 11.40am on Easter Saturday, with the first race scheduled for 1.40pm. Visit the website for more information.

photo credit  – Great British Racing.