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Children love a day at the races

A Horseheath Point-to-Point gives a good value day’s horse-racing with a
fairground, country stalls, decent food and a beer tent thrown in.

Today, the weather confused the start by being awful first thing,
causing some (including the horses and jockeys) to stay away from the
first two races. By the first race at midday, the weather was beautiful,
with a clear blue sky and, unusually, little wind! The races happen
frequently enough to keep everyone interested and there was a really
friendly atmosphere. There was a parade of hounds. The bookies are a
helpful bunch, willing to explain how to place a bet and don’t mock £1
stakes! The best of the food (and seriously good as well) was a proper
hog roast with all the trimmings, good soup and reasonably priced
drinks. There were about half a dozen stalls selling good quality
clothes, boots and pet supplies.

Horseheath is the venue for three point-to-points each year between
January and March. It is very easy to find on the A1307 between
Cambridge and Haverhill, with easy access from the M11 and Bury St.
Edmunds. Car parking is free with entry today free for children and £10
for adults. Wrap up warm, the wind can often be lazy, preferring to go
straight through rather than around you!