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New £10,000 bonus scheme unveiled to support UK point-to-pointers

By Racing TV

Last Updated: Sat 24 Oct 2026

A new £10,000 bonus scheme designed to boost demand for British-bred National Hunt horses and encourage greater participation in British point-to-point racing has been launched.

The new GB-Bred Point-to-Point Bonus Scheme, supported by Arena Racing Company (ARC), Goffs, Tattersalls Cheltenham and the Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB), represents a £525,000 investment commitment over three years to strengthen the market for young British-bred National Hunt horses.

Developed by David Redvers, breeder and Chair of Gloucester Races and Naomi Mellor, CEO of the Thoroughbred Breeders' Association (TBA) in collaboration with the Point-to-Point Authority (PPA), the initiative will award a £10,000 bonus to the registered owner(s) of an eligible British-bred horse winning a qualifying four- or five-year-old maiden point-to-point race with 15 qualifying races included.

Shirley Anderson-Jolag from Tattersalls explains the background to the scheme

The scheme has been introduced in response to the continuing decline in the British National Hunt breeding population and the need to strengthen the competitiveness of British-bred horses.

By rewarding success at the point of a maiden victory, the new scheme aims to stimulate demand for British-bred young horses, strengthen their value in the marketplace and encourage breeders and owners to retain and campaign horses here in Britain.

The initiative builds on and complements the existing GB Pointing Bonus, introduced in 2025, which offers qualifying winners a further £25,000 for British-bred horses or £15,000 for horses bred elsewhere, should they subsequently win their first eligible development race under Rules.

The two schemes will operate alongside one another, meaning an eligible British-bred horse could earn £35,000 in combined bonuses through a qualifying point-to-point maiden win followed by a qualifying victory under Rules.

Naomi Mellor, Chief Executive of the Thoroughbred Breeders' Association, said: “The continuing decline in the British National Hunt breeding population is a major concern, and we must take collective action to improve the incentives and opportunities available to breeders and owners.

“This scheme is an important step in strengthening the market for British-bred young horses by rewarding success at an earlier stage in their careers. We know that incentives can influence purchasing and breeding decisions, and we hope this will encourage greater investment in British-bred bloodstock and support the long-term future of the sector.

“We are particularly grateful for the funding support from the Horseracing Betting Levy Board, alongside ARC, Goffs and Tattersalls for this initiative, which demonstrates a shared commitment to British breeding and the future supply of National Hunt horses.”

Paul Miller, CEO of the Point-to-Point Authority, added:“As the grassroots of British jump racing Point-to-Pointing plays a vital role in developing young National Hunt horses and providing an important foundation for the wider racing industry.

“The introduction of this new £10,000 bonus will provide a significant additional incentive for owners and trainers competing in the Young Horse Maiden Series, while recognising the contribution of British breeders to the sport.

“We look forward to working with our partners to deliver the scheme and encourage greater participation throughout the 2026/27 season.”

The scheme will operate across the qualifying races of the GB Pointing Bonus Young Horse Maiden Series, with payments awarded to eligible British-bred winners of four- and five-year-old maidens with a minimum of three starters.

An initial three-year programme will run from the 2026/27 season.

Further information on the 15 qualifying races and the scheme's terms and conditions are available via the Point-to-Point Authority website here.

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