For the first time ever, the Tattersalls February Sale has been extended to two days in 2017 due to a record number of lots.
A total of 488 lots have been catalogued for this year’s Tattersalls February Sale – the largest midwinter sale in Europe – which will take place on the 2nd & 3rd February.
The lots comprise of 209 fillies, 43 broadmares, 182 colts, 31 yearlings and 23 two-year-olds. 90 of these lots will come from some of the world’s most-renowned breeders, such as Godolphin, Cheveley Park Stud, Juddmonte Farms and Shadwell Estates.
Not only can you expect all the excitement of the sales, but beforehand you can also enjoy the fantastic Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association Annual Flat Stallion Parade. This parade will offer the opportunity to view 15 stallions from 12 studs around the country all in one location.
If you would like to experience this fascinating occasion, why not do it properly with our Tattersalls Tour? Your day will begin with a visit to Newmarket’s World Famous training grounds – The Gallops, before gaining exclusive access to a working racing yard. After this you will enjoy a tour of the newly-opened National Heritage Centre for Horseracing & Sporting Art.
After lunch you will move on to Tattersalls where your expert guide will take you behind the scenes. You will learn all about the history of this legendary auctioneers, experience first hand the excitement of the sales, as well as find out what to look for when buying a thoroughbred racehorse!
This is one of our most popular tours, so make sure you book your spot early to avoid disappointment.
For more information and bookings, click here or call us on 0344 748 9200
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