Opened in 1886, a part of The Jockey Club, the largest commercial group in horse racing, existed for more than 260 years. It can be easily accessed from all parts of the country, situated only half a mile from Junction 22 of the A14. The A14 links with the A1, M1, M11, and M6. It allows easy access from the North and South, along with the West Midlands and East Coast.

The most notable race run at Huntingdon is the Peterborough chase held in December and first took place in 1969. The most popular day of the year is usually the traditional Boxing Day meeting when the crowds arrive in their thousands for a festive day out at the races. Another recently introduced race is the Mascot’s Grand National in September, a fun race designed for football club mascots in full costume, attracting plenty of coverage.

It is one of the friendliest horse racecourses in Britain. In 1953, the course was redeveloped, and establishments were renovated, including the grandstand. It is governed by the Royal Charter and voted as ‘Best Small Racecourse’ in the South Midlands and East Anglia by the Racegoers Club in 2012 and 2014.