Fixture Funding
Funding of the annual fixture list through Prize Money and supporting the maintenance of the integrity of racing are the major areas of expenditure under this heading. A variety of other schemes designed to assist racing's successful strategic development and operation are also supported.
In calendar year 2026, HBLB has budgeted to allocate £77.1m to Prize Money and £21.3m to Raceday Services.
The breakdown of the 2026 Prize Money Scheme, and additional expenditure on fixture related areas, is detailed below.
Prize Money Scheme
| Prize Money | 2026 Budget Total (£'000) |
|---|---|
| Ratecard Plus | 60,670 |
| Incremental Prize Money | 4,050 |
| Great British Bonus | 4,915 |
| Sunday Appearance Scheme | 700 |
| Divided Race Fund | 1,300 |
| Winter Jump Fund | 1,383 |
| Standard Prize Money Funding | 73,018 |
Additional Expenditure
| New Initiatives | 2026 Budget Total (£'000) |
|---|---|
| Developmental Races | 2,500 |
| Elite Group Group 1 Strategy | 400 |
| Point-to-point bonus scheme | 250 |
| Flat Black Type races | 200 |
| Jump Racing initiatives | 760 |
| Sub Total | 4,110 |
Prize Money Funding Summary
| Prize Money | 2026 Budget Total (£'000) |
|---|---|
| Total Prize Money Funding | 77,128 |
| Raceday Services Grants | 21,310 |
| Total Fixture Related Expenditure | 98,438 |
Last Updated: 25 August 2026