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The official page of Trentham Racecourse home of the Wellington Racing Club.

RACE Head Office and Creative Catering is located at Awapuni Racecourse at the above address. RACE Trentham and the Course are located at Trentham Racecourse, 10 Racecourse Rd, Trentham, 5018
04 528 9611

31/08/2026

Remembering a Remarkable Horsewoman ...

Wellington Racing Club pays tribute to highly respected trainer and horsewoman Bev Kelso, whose remarkable career alongside husband Ken included some very special moments here at Trentham.

The Kelso's trained Envoy to win the Group 1 Wellington Cup in 2006, before returning years later with champion mare Levante, who delivered unforgettable back-to-back Group 1 Telegraph victories in 2022 and 2023.

A gifted horsewoman and much-respected figure in New Zealand racing, Bev leaves an incredible legacy.

We feel privileged that Trentham played a part in her remarkable racing story.

Our thoughts are with Ken, their family and friends.

26/08/2026

1,000 NZ winners – what a milestone!

Congratulations to Sam Collett, who on Sunday joined an incredibly exclusive club after riding her 1,000th winner on New Zealand soil.

There’s a special Trentham connection to this achievement too. Sam partnered Waisake to victory in the 2021 Wellington Cup, following in the footsteps of her mum, Trudy Thornton, a two-time Wellington Cup-winning jockey.

Sam also tasted Group 1 success here at Trentham aboard Travelling Light in the 2020 Levin Classic.

Now Sam joins both Trudy and her dad Jim Collett in reaching 1,000 domestic winners, a remarkable family achievement.

Congratulations Sam!

Read more 👇
https://loveracing.nz/News/54137/Collettjoinsexclusiveclub.aspx

23/08/2026

The season opener at Trentham is almost here! 🏇

Make sure you’ve got the 2026/27 dates locked in. There is plenty to look forward to at Trentham this season! Check out what’s coming up below 👇

19/08/2026

From Trentham to the Caulfield Cup?

2026 Wellington Cup winner Manzor Blue could be flying the Kiwi flag across the Tasman this spring, as the only New Zealand-trained horse nominated for the Group 1 Caulfield Cup.

Trained by Lisa Latta and raced by Go Racing, Manzor Blue produced a brilliant performance here at Trentham in January, coming from the back of the field to claim the Group 3 Wellington Cup (3200m). She followed that up with a runner-up finish in the Group 2 Auckland Cup (3200m).

Connections now have their sights set on some of Australia’s biggest staying features, with the Caulfield Cup the preferred target for the mare's Australian campaign with the $500,000 Group 3 Geelong Cup (2400m) the alternative, before a potential tilt at the Melbourne Cup.

We’ll certainly be cheering her on from Trentham!

Read the full story from Go Racing here: https://www.goracing.co.nz/news/663/148/Old-School-Cup-campaign-for-Manzor-Blue

📸 Manzor Blue winning the 2026 Wellington Cup at Trentham. Photos courtesy of Nicola Troost Photography, Natural Light Photography & Race Images.

12/08/2026

Wellington Cup Day returns to Trentham on Saturday 30 January 2027!

With 10 hospitality experiences to choose from, there’s plenty of ways to enjoy the day, whether you’re upgrading from GA, heading to the Fashion Precinct, or soaking up the racing trackside.

And after a long-awaited return, the infield is back! The Summer Social Club is our premium Cup Day experience, right in the heart of the action.

Get your crew together, start planning the outfits and we’ll see you at Trentham!

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now
👉 https://www.iticket.co.nz/events/2027/jan/wellington-cup-day

09/08/2026

What a career it has been for jumps jockey Emily Farr, who announced her retirement at Riccarton yesterday at Grand National day.

Emily has been a standout with 108 wins!

We were thrilled to see her add two more victories to her record at Trentham earlier this year, claiming both the Manawatū Hurdles and Manawatū Steeplechase back in June.

Emily has made an incredible contribution to jumps racing and leaves the sport with plenty to be proud of. 👏🏆

Wishing you all the best for your next chapter. ✨

06/08/2026

We’ve launched a brand new instagram page and we need your help to grow our community!

Head over to our new instagram page, hit follow, and check out our Road to 3K giveaway for your chance to win a table for 6 in our Summer Social Club hospitality package at Wellington Cup Day on Saturday 30 January 2027 – valued at $3,000! 🥂

With an all-inclusive hospitality experience featuring premium food, drinks and one of the best spots on course, this is one prize you won’t want to miss.

Help us reach 3,000 followers and get involved 👇
https://www.instagram.com/p/Dbr_HltDZAh/

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03/08/2026

Check out our new Instagram page for all things racing, Wellington Cup Day, behind-the-scenes action, event updates and plenty of exciting giveaways! Including the chance to win Cup Day tickets, plus there will be some memberships for the 2026/27 season up for grabs! 👀

👉 Follow us here:
https://www.instagram.com/wellingtonracingclubnz/

See you over on the gram!

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Palmerston North
5018

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https://wellingtonracing.co.nz/

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