Frequently Asked Questions

Top 25 Questions: 
 
How much does membership cost?
Membership costs £89 and lasts for one year from the date of joining. 
 
What am I paying for?
You are paying for an unrivalled experience of racehorse ownership.  Your payment covers all costs, from training and feed, to vet’s bills and raceday fees for the horses. Stable visits are also be free of charge to Club members, while the Select Racing Club metal badge entitles the member to discounted entry, wherever the Club horses run.
 
How do I pay for my membership?
Please refer to the payment page on the Select Racing Club website.
 
Is it true that members can choose the horses, the races and the jockeys?
Yes. Those are just some of the important decisions that each member will have the chance to vote on. Every vote counts equally. That's why our motto is 'Power to Punters'!
 
I have little/no experience of horse racing/racehorse ownership?
The Select Racing Club welcomes members regardless of their experience and knowledge of horse racing and ownership.  The simple layout of our website and the racing glossary will enable you to quickly gain a basic knowledge of the sport and of racehorse ownership, while any questions you do have will be replied to within 24 hours.
 
Do I get a share of the prize-money won?
Yes - prize-money (after normal deductions) is divided amongst all Club members, subject to a cap of 1/500th of the amount stated in the racecard, Please see the Terms and Conditions.
 
Can I buy a membership as a gift?
Yes.  We have Gift packs for several different occasions.  Please refer to our ‘Gift Pack’ page on the website.
 
How often can I go racing?
Every member of the Select Racing Club has the chance to apply for an Owners badge (which includes entry to the parade ring to meet the trainer and jockey) when a Club horse is running, while all members are guaranteed discounted entry with the Club metal badge every time the Club has a runner.  
 
Will I get racing tips and information on the Club horses?
There will be weekly updates on all the Club horses and weekly training reports from their stables. A detailed form guide for each race in which the Club has a runner will be online before the race. 
 
What happens if one of the Club horses is sold during my membership period?
In the event one of the Club's horses is sold or claimed, the Club will within a fortnight offer Members a choice of potential alternatives.
 
Can I speak to someone at the Select Racing Club?
Yes.  While all the information on the Club is here online, we are more than happy to talk to you about what Club membership entails, and how to get the most out of your Club membership. We have a dedicated Club manager to answer any questions you may have.
  
I know someone that might be interested in becoming a member - what should I do?
Send us the contact details for your friend, and if they too decide to join the Select Racing Club, then you'll receive £10 as a 'thank you' from us.  
 
Is success at the racecourse guaranteed?
While there is no way to ensure success on the track, we have great confidence in the selection of our Club horses and in the ability of the trainers the Club employs.  The current Club horses are previous winners who we feel are more than capable of further success.
 
How often will the Club horses run, and what happens if my horse gets injured?
There is no exact science to how often a horse can run, however we will look to have regular runners on the track throughout the year.  If a horse incurs an injury that requires a period of convalescence, the Club will buy/lease a horse as a short/mid-term replacement
 
What are the Club colours?
All Club horses will run in the Select Racing Club colours; maroon jacket, light blue sleeves, light blue cap with maroon diamond.
 
Can I help in selecting the races the Club horses run in?
Membership of the Select Racing Club enables you to vote every time on where the Club horses run throughout the year.
 
  Can I log into the Members Area at any time?
Yes.  The Select Racing Club site operates 24 hours a day, and with daily updates on all Club horses, there’s always plenty of new information! 
 
Can I contact other members?
There is a members messageboard where you can talk with other members about Club issues and racing in general. You may also contact other members and send private messages. 
 
Can I contact the trainer?
There is a weekly discussion with the trainer on the members messageboard, where you can ask any questions that you may have regarding all aspects of the Club horses.
 
How do I log into the members area of the website?
You will be sent a Select Racing Club username and password via email when you join the Club that can be used to gain access to the members area. If you forget your password or username, don't worry, just click on the 'Request new password' link on the front page.
 
How do I find out when a Club horse is running?
The website is updated daily and there is plenty of raceday information when the Club has a runner.  However, if you would prefer to be on a mailing list that will alert you by email the day before a Club runner, please contact info@select-racing-club.co.uk
 
How do I arrange to go to the races when the Club has a runner?
If you would like to apply for an owners badge (by ballot), please contact us online.  If you are unsuccessful in the ballot, the Select Racing Club metal badge guarantees you discounted entry on every occasion that the Club has a runner.
 
How do I collect my share of the prize-money?
Please see the Terms and Conditions for full details.
 
What happens when my membership ends?
You will be contacted a month before your membership is due to expire to check whether you would like to renew your membership for a further year.
 
Are you approved?
In order to provide this service we strictly adhere to the Weatherbys and British Horseracing Board's rules on racehorse ownership.  We are also a 'Recognised Company' with Weatherby's.
 
Terms and conditions of the Club:
The predominant purpose of membership in the Select Racing Club is entertainment and enjoyment of horse racing and not investment. It is important to note, that while we provide all the benefits you would normally associate with racehorse ownership, including your share of winnings, members have no proprietary ownership of the Club horses. By becoming a member of the Club you must agree to accept and abide by the terms and conditions of membership of the Club as set out on this site and as may be varied by the Club from time to time by written notice or publication on www.select-racing-club.co.uk.