HORSE racing enthusiasts are gearing up to return to Berkeley this weekend for the annual Point-to-Point races.

Berkeley Races, held at Berkeley Estate farmland in Woodford, is being held this weekend. 

The event on Saturday (April 22) will feature seven competitive races as well as pony racing with the 12th century Berkeley Castle providing a backdrop to the course.

There is also a kid’s zone, food court, bar tent, trade stands and live music after racing.

Gates open at 10am, with pony racing from 12pm and the first race at 2pm. 

The racecourse is located at Woodford, near Berkeley (GL13 9JU), which will be signposted and accessed from the A38 at Stone.

For tickets and further details visit the website - www.berkeleyraces.co.uk

Gazette Series: Berkeley Races Point to Point at Woodford last year Berkeley Races Point to Point at Woodford last year (Image: Simon Pizzey)