Beverley course gets investment

Sally Iggulden has overseen major changes at Beverley racecourse

Beverley Racecourse has received in excess of £100,000 worth of investment to improve its facilities and track.

Course manager Sally Iggulden told BBC Look North: "We've done a major refurbishment of the members enclosure.

"Effort has also been spent on the turf following the heavy rains of last summer which damaged the course."

Beverley will boast its two listed races for 2008 including the Beverley Bullet which will offer prize money in excess of £30,000.

At nearby Long Riston, trainer Ian McInnes has been preparing his horses for the new season.

He has had five winners already this year and he hopes Beverley can provide him with more in 2008.

"You have to have the right horse in the right race. The last thing you want is egg on your face because it's the track where most people know you," he said.