Lambourn Open Day 2025 featuring Nicky Henderson, Jamie Snowden and more - all you need to know
Racing fans are in for a spectacular day, as the Peter O’Sullevan Lambourn Open Day returns on Good Friday, 18 April 2025 after last year’s event was abandoned due to waterlogging.
This much-loved annual charity event throws open the doors to over 20 training yards, giving the public a rare behind-the-scenes look at the heart of the racing world.
From the legendary Seven Barrows, home to Nicky Henderson and stars including Constitution Hill, Jonbon and Jango Baie, to rising stars across the village.
Jamie Snowden will welcome visitors at Folly House following his first ever Grade 1 victory at Aintree on Friday with Julius de Picton.
“We'd been campaigning him mainly over two and two and a half miles this season but then the better ground came along,” said Snowden.
“His stamina was a bit of an unknown but he's bred for it and he stayed well, although the final fifty yards was a long way.
“That's our first Grade 1. We've been placed in plenty of them and had Cheltenham Festival winners but that's very special!”
Lambourn continues to cement its reputation as a powerhouse for elite Flat racing talent, with a host of top-class trainers enjoying major success over the past 12 months.
Ed Walker heads into the new season with high hopes after winning the Prix de l’Abbaye with Makarova, while Archie Watson enjoyed a brilliant year with two Group 1 victories, with sprinter Bradsell.
Roger Teal’s progressive colt Dancing Gemini impressed at Doncaster at the Lincoln meeting.
Owen Burrows enjoyed Group 1 glory thanks to Alflaila who shocked some big names in the British Champion Stakes in October.
Meanwhile, the ever-popular Jamie Osborne and his daughter Saffie Osborne flew the flag internationally, making headlines with a superb effort in the UAE Derby with Heart Of Honor on Saturday at Meydan, going down by a heartbreaking nose.
In the afternoon, attention turns to the main arena, where the ever-popular Parade of Equine Heroes, proudly sponsored by Windsor Clive International, will take centre stage.
Legendary names already confirmed include:
• Dual Champion Chasers Altior and Sprinter Sacre
• 2015 Cheltenham Gold Cup hero Coneygree
• Recent Midlands Grand National winner Mr. Vango
Other standout attractions include:
Carisbrooke Stud Celebrity Showjumping, featuring stars such as Nico de Boinville, A.P. McCoy, and Jamie Osborne.
Schooling demonstrations over fences by leading jockeys – a rare chance for fans to witness training techniques up close.
“We’re thrilled to welcome everyone back to Lambourn for this year’s event, especially after the disappointment of last year’s cancellation,” said Mark Smyly, Chairman of the Lambourn Open Day.
“The Open Day is not only a chance for fans to meet some of the sport’s biggest stars, but it also serves as a vital fundraiser for the Lambourn community and horse racing as a whole.
“We’re looking forward to seeing the yards buzzing and hope visitors enjoy everything the day has to offer.”
This Lambourn Open Day out raises funds for several important local charities, including the Lambourn Valley Housing Trust, the Thames Valley Air Ambulance, and other local causes that provide essential support to the Lambourn community.
For tickets and further information, visit www.lambournopenday.com
Key Information
• Morning Yard Visits: 9am – 1pm
• Afternoon Entertainment: From 1pm onwards
• Ticket Prices: £15 per person (Children under 12 FREE)
• Afternoon Entertainment Only: £10 per person
• Car Parking: FREE
• Dogs: Allowed if kept on leads
Full details are available on the Lambourn Open Day website.
