The races feature record prize money nudging £600,000 on offer. In the last decade, the prize money for these two days has more than doubled in value.
There are now three contests with a six-figure purse and every contest offers a minimum of £20,000 to connections.
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City of York Council £50m bid to protect heritage assets
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Where to Watch Bonfire Night Fireworks Across York in 2025
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The Brand New Heavies Announce York Barbican Show for March 2026
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Extra Show Added for The Next Step at York Barbican After Sell-Out Success
Due to phenomenal demand, an extra performance of The Next Step has been added at York Barbican after the 6pm show sold out within hours of going on sale this morning.
Mayor Skaith's 10-year plan for York and North Yorkshire
A 10-year plan to enable York and North Yorkshire residents to thrive in high quality jobs is taking shape.
The first headline act has been announced for the Live at York Museum Gardens concert series in 2026.
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) will play the gardens on Thursday, July 9.
Yorkshire Carer Speaks Out on Being Underpaid
Yorkshire carer: "It’s financial abuse — office staff got bonuses, and carers got petrol bills."
Adult stuck in baby swing in popular York park
Firefighters had to be called in to help free an adult from a baby swing.
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