Racecourses in for 'a rough ride' with spiralling energy costs set to bite

Racetracks in Britain and Ireland are bracing themselves for a very difficult winter with the rising cost of energy billsCredit: Getty Images

Racecourses in Britain and Ireland are bracing themselves for a "rough ride" due to soaring energy prices this winter with the Jockey Club's bill set to double next year and one independent track quoted an increase of 525 per cent.

Those tracks with fixed-term deals have received astronomical renewal quotes due to the energy crisis. Governments in Britain and Ireland have yet to announce any measures or support packages for businesses.

There will be a knock-on effect for the rest of the industry, with tracks juggling energy and heating bills with their contributions to prize-money and against the backdrop of this year's falling attendances.

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Published on 30 August 2022inNews

Last updated 20:07, 30 August 2022

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