Tattersalls to stage February Sale in live virtual format

Tattersalls will stage the forthcoming February Sale as a live virtual auction, owing to the increasingly stringent lockdown measures in place in Britain and Ireland.

The dates for the mixed sale, February 4 and 5, remain unchanged but no horses, vendors or purchasers will be on site.

Tattersalls has announced it will hold an additional conventional fixture at Park Paddocks in Newmarket on March 31 and April 1.

Tattersalls chairman Edmond Mahony said: "The decision to stage the Tattersalls February Sale in a live virtual format has been taken in the best interests of all concerned and reflects our commitment to providing the best possible working environment for participants at all of our sales, in whatever capacity they may be attending.

"The decision also recognises the increased difficulties surrounding domestic and international travel and it was felt that the prudent option was to stage the February Sale in a manner which allows vendors and purchasers alike to participate with confidence and in full compliance with prevailing rules and regulations.

"Our live internet bidding platform proved hugely popular with buyers throughout last year, particularly at mixed sales similar to the February Sale, and we are confident that this live virtual format is the best option under the current difficult circumstances which we all continue to endure."

Commenting on the additional Tattersalls mixed sale, Mahony added: "We already have an Ascot fixture scheduled for April 1, which almost certainly will have to be relocated to Newmarket, and we felt it best to offer an extra day in recognition of the changes we have had to make to the forthcoming Tattersalls February Sale.

"As ever our priority is to respond to the requirements of all of our clients as best we can while continuing to provide a safe and vibrant market place."

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