The Stag National

A wildly fun hobby horse race day in Low Crosby — raising money for Oak Tree Animals’ Charity and Eden Valley Hospice

Date

Saturday 20 June

Low Crosby –

The Stag Inn

In partnership with

  • Oak Tree Animals’ Charity

  • Eden Valley Hospice

Why it matters

A community event bringing people together while raising money for two brilliant local charities.


A Charity Partnership

At the Heart of the Day

The Stag National is a community fundraising event run in support of Oak Tree Animals’ Charity and Eden Valley Hospice.

From registrations and sponsorship to donations and activities on the day, this event is designed to raise both funds and awareness for two causes that mean a great deal to our local area.

We’d love you to get involved — whether by entering, sponsoring, volunteering or simply coming along.

What to expect

• Hobby horse race course with themed jumps

• Parade ring and pre-race showcase

• Sponsored races and named trainers

• Family-friendly fun races

• Prizes for winners and best dressed

• Food, drinks and fundraising activities

Timetable (approx. timings of the day)

All Jockeys and horses will need to gather at the commentator’s tent 10 mins before their race start for safety briefing/checks and to go into the parade ring (commentary and showcase) and be introduced.

11am – Race Registration (and throughout the day ends 15mins before the race starts

12pm – Castle Chocolates Chase (sponsored by Castle Chocolates) under 12 year olds

12.30pm – Hodgesons Hurdles (Sponsored by Hodgesons LTD) 12 – 16 year olds

1pm – Dog Show – organised by Oak Tree Animal Charity

2pm – Cubby’s Gold Cup (sponsored by Cubby Signs) – Adults (17yrs old and up)

2.30pm – Team Relay Dash (sponsored by Stephex Trucks LTD (teams of 5)

3.00 pm – Mascot Mayhem (Sponsored by Darah Bourke Racing) (2 charity mascots race against each other)

3.30pm – awards for ‘Funniest Fall’, ‘Best dressed rider and horse’, ‘Most creative Hobby Horse name’. – Thank you’s and approximate total of monies raised so far.

Continue from 4pm at The Stag Inn pre booked food available at 6pm till 7pm, live music from 7pm

Featured Jumps (TBC and dependant on sponsorship)

The Crosby Brook Leap

The Village Green Flight

The Oak Tree Turn

The Hospice Hedge

The Stag Stand

The Final Furlong

SHOW US YOUR SUPPORT

REGISTRATION FORM

Step into the fun and be part of the very first Stag National. Whether you’re in it to win it or just for the laughs, this is your chance to saddle up, name your horse and take on the course. Expect cheers, a bit of chaos and a lot of community spirit — all while raising money for two incredible local charities.

Participate in a race individually or as a team

SPONSORSHIP

Be part of bringing The Stag National to life. From sponsoring a jump or race to donating prizes or supporting behind the scenes, this is a brilliant way to showcase your business while backing a memorable village event and two fantastic charities. It’s local, it’s visible, and it genuinely makes a difference.

Sponsor a race, an award or a jump

It takes a great team to make a great day — and we’d love you to be part of it. From helping run races and welcoming guests to supporting fundraising activities, volunteering is a fun and rewarding way to get involved, meet people and help create something special for the village.

Want to help? Organise, build, market...? 

VOLUNTEER

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