This prestigious Grade 1 National Hunt race is held annually at Newcastle, marking the start of the top-grade hurdle season in British horse racing. The date this year is on Saturday 28th November 2026.

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Official Dress Code for Hospitality & Premier Enclosure

Hospitality areas and the Premier Enclosure operate a smart casual dress code. Sportswear, trainers and fancy dress are not permitted. Smart trainers and denim jeans are allowed, although they ask that they have no rips or tears. We say … the colder weather is here so dress for warmth but also with style as this is one of Newcastle’s premier race days. 

Keep cosy in Fairfax & Favor’s Ada Cape in a wool mix biscuit shade £525.00. A cape allows room for multiple layers underneath and looks great with jeans, smart trousers and a skirt long or short. For a youthful look go for the understated  Sage Cord Pinafore Dress by Schöffel Country in chocolate brown £100.00 and a pair of thick tights such as Falke Soft Merino Wool Tights from SOCKSHOP in dark brown £44.99 Team the pinafore dress with either Fakenham Shirt by Schöffel Country in a light blue stripe with its stand up pie crust collar £90.00 or MARCIANO by GUESS® cashmere-blend turtle-neck sweater in soft white £120.00. The high neckline of the pinafore dress is perfect for a long necklace such as Kybele Studio’s  Emerald Radiance Necklace in18K gold plated stainless steel framing a green rectangular crystal. Length of the chain is 45cm + 5cm extension. 75 Euros. Layering is not just for clothes, layer necklaces and add their starlight-charm-necklace in 18k gold plated stainless steel. Length of the chain is 10cm + 5cm extension. 50 Euros. The cape’s arm slits allow for a statement bracelet to be on view such as Kybele Studio’s Gold Prehnite Cabochon Cuff Bracelet A sculptural gold-plated cuff with ribbed detailing, finished with two cabochon-cut Prehnite stones and fits easily over a sweater. 155 Euros. Complete your jewellery with their Gold Colour Block Cat’s Eye Earrings in fresh green and sky blue 115 Euros. Finish off  the outfit with Fairfax & Favor’s High-Heeled Regina Tall Boots in tan suede. Adorned with a scalloped fan of suede just above the zip (stops the zip snagging tights) and their long signature tassel  £435.00 Their Mini Windsor Handbag with detachable shoulder strap. This navy, brown and off white bag also sports a mini version of their signature tassel. £315.00. Their Signature Gloves tan leather Gloves Individually handmade from sustainably-sourced leather with a soft cashmere lining for luxurious comfort and warmth. £95.00 and their Waveney Hicks & Brown Wool Fedora The hat is a collaboration with Hicks and Brown, combining their soft wool felt fedora in camel and adding a contrasting brown Nubuck leather band with the Fairfax & Favor scalloped detailing  £125.00

Official Dress Code for the Grandstand Enclosure

There is no dress code in the Grandstand. This is the only enclosure where fancy dress is permitted, providing it’s decent and would not cause offence to other guests. We Say…dress for the cold weather but still look stylish chic. 

For a youthful look go for the understated but on trend Sage Cord Pinafore Dress by Schöffel Country in chocolate brown £100.00. Wear with a pair of thick tights such as Falke Soft Merino Wool Tights from SOCKSHOP in dark brown, 57% Virgin wool, 23% Cotton, 18% Polyamide, 2% Elastane, £44.99 and GUESS® Cordan knee high boots in dark brown suede, £125.00.The low heel will make it comfortable for all day standing. Team the short pinafore dress with Malham Soft Jersey Top by Schöffel Country, a soft stretch-jersey roll neck top with an apt horse silhouette print in lake blue, £60.00. Pull out the blue with City Mini Leather Crossbody Bag by Pom Pom London in a bold lupin blue shade, was £147.95 now £84.95 and Cotswold Country Hats 8-piece Blue Checked Tweed Wool Newsboy/Bakerboy Cap £34.95. The high neckline of the pinafore dress is perfect for a long necklace such as Marella’s Long necklace with resin elements, amber £145.00. Complete your jewellery with their matching Stone-set earrings £75.00 and Tiger’s eye-effect cabochon bracelet £85.00. Cosy up and keep dry in Marella’s Waterproof drawstring down jacket in rich caramel. Crafted in waterproof fabric and features a stand up collar and hood. Continue the sweet caramel shade with their Long nappa leather gloves £120.00

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