THE Northern Region of the Irish Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association will stage its annual breeding and racing awards at Down Royal Racecourse on Saturday, November 4th during the track’s Winter Racing Festival.

The awards ceremony will take place before racing and will celebrate the achievements of Northern Region breeders. The feature race is the the Grade 1 JN Wine.com Champion Chase, whose previous winners include Kauto Star and Don Cossack.

A subsidised £70 package is available to ITBA members which includes admission, private marquee, champagne reception and three course lunch in comfortable surroundings.

To book one of the limited number of spaces contact Regina in the ITBA office on 045 877543 as soon as possible.