Once known as the “Pitmen’s Derby,” the race was the highlight of the local miners’ holiday week and a proud community tradition. Today, Plate Day continues that legacy as one of the North East’s biggest social and sporting occasions, attracting a lively mix of racegoers. Many ladies embrace the chance to dress up, treating it as the region’s own version of Royal Ascot – but with a more relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
Where it all begins!
The exclusive Jenningsbet Northumberland Plate Festival is kickstarted with the competitive and valuable Class 2 race - the Seaton Delaval Handicap Stakes. The race is named after both the local village in Northumberland and a horse by the same name, who was victorious in the 1893 Northumberland Plate.
The first day of the prestigious meeting presents both high-action racing and a lively atmosphere as the festival gears up!
The Jenningsbet Northumberland Plate Festival continues on day two with Gosforth Park Cup Night!
This evening of top-quality racing features a number of highly competitive contests, including the blisteringly quick Gosforth Park Cup and the prestigious Group 3 Hopping Stakes. The Hopping Stakes, a race for top-class fillies, proudly celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2019 and remains a highlight of the festival.
Entertainment will be announced in due course, adding even more to look forward to on this unmissable night at the races.
The Jenningsbet Northumberland Plate Festival comes to a thrilling conclusion with Northumberland Plate Day, the highlight of the year at Newcastle.
The prestigious two-mile heritage handicap boasts a £150,000 prize fund, making it the richest two-mile handicap in Europe. The action-packed racing card also features the Chipchase Stakes, a Group 3 six-furlong sprint.
But Northumberland Plate Day is about more than just world-class racing and stylish fashion—it’s a full day of excitement, great food, and drinks.
Entertainment will be announced in due course, ensuring the perfect finale to an unforgettable festival.
Feel the excitement as the famous festival begins on Thursday 27th June.
Buy 2025 TicketsDay two of the festival is a Friday night filled with live music after racing.
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