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The history and economics of British racecourses

by David Hill | Jul 5, 2021 | Alternative assets, Golden Oldie

Originally published August 2017. This is the first in a series of four articles on the history of British racecourses providing a context for the existing economic status of the industry. The recent legislation that all betting operators including online...

Towcester: a charming but challenged racecourse

by David Hill | Jul 9, 2020 | Alternative assets

ARTICLE ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED NOVEMBER 2017 This is the last in a series of four articles on the history of British racecourses and their struggle for economic prosperity. It focuses on Towcester – an independent, and a prime example of the diversity of British...

Newmarket: the headquarters of British racing

by David Hill | Oct 30, 2017 | Alternative assets

This is the third in a series of four articles on the history of British racecourses and their struggle for economic prosperity. It focuses on Newmarket – the headquarters of British racing – and the growth of commercial joint ventures in promoting the sport’s...

Lingfield Park and the struggle for modern economic prosperity

by David Hill | Oct 19, 2017 | Alternative assets

This is the second in a series of articles on the history of British racecourses and their struggle for modern economic prosperity. It focuses on one of Arena Leisure’s premier dual surface courses. Lingfield Park, a 450 acre estate set in a ‘lovely’ stretch of open...