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Over the past few weeks BN has posted a couple of articles about the future of Hereford Racecourse. Whilst not strictly a footballing matter, nevertheless what happens there could impact on the plans for the redevelopment of Edgar Street. And there's little doubt that should the Racecourse close, it will be another blow to the area.
So when a Stow-on-the-Wold trainer revealed his plans to keep racing at Hereford should a meeting next Friday fail, BN felt it was worth reporting.
The meeting between the Hereford Council and lease-holders Arena Racing Company has been arranged after Arena revealed it was pulling out of Hereford at the end of the year.
This possibility has prompted trainer Harry Chisman to give his thoughts to the Gloucestershire press.
"I am confident that within five years, with the introduction of new prize money levels, course improvement etc, Hereford Racecourse will attract the best horses and top owners and trainers, which will make it one of the premier National Hunt courses in the country.
"Hereford is a smashing racecourse. I've had many happy days owning and training winners there and I beieve racing should be enjoyed by as many people as possible.
"I'a sure many young people were impired, as I was, by the Olympics and I believe it is up to communities to try and develop their talents.
"I believe this is a serious landmark opportunity for Hereford that should not be missed.
"It is a total waste having such a large area only being used for racing perhaps 12 or 15 times a year when its buildings are capable of providing such a useful and worthwhile facility all year round.
"My aim is to set up a company that will benefit this and future generations."
