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Meet The Team

William Derby

Chief Executive & Clerk of the Course

Adrian Kay

Head Groundsman

Alison Storey

Receptionist

Amy Swales

Head of Digital and Community Engagement

Anthea Leigh

Racing Manager and Raceday Clerk of the Course

Chris Ward

Head of Finance

Gavin Pattison

Facilities Manager

James Brennan

Head of Marketing and Sponsorship

Louise Daly

Commercial Manager, York Racecourse Hospitality

Leanne Asprey

Stables Manager

Louise Peirson

Management Accountant

Kevin Pinnington

General Manager, York Racecourse Hospitality

Maiti Stirling

Marketing and Sponsorship Manager

Nick Johnson

Hospitality Manager

Phil Atkinson

Head of Operations

2025 Season at a glance

Dante Festival 2025 | Wed 14 - Fri 16 May
May Spring Meeting 2025 | Sat 31 May
June Meeting 2025 | Fri 13 - Sat 14 June
Summer Music Saturday 2025 and Olly Murs | Sat 28 June
John Smith's Cup Meeting 2025 | Fri 11 - Sat 12 July
Music Showcase Weekend 2025 | Fri 25 - Sat 26 July
Sky Bet Ebor Festival 2025 | Wed 20 - Sat 23 August
YorkMix Family Sunday 2025 | Sun 7 September
October Finale 2025 | Fri 10 - Sat 11 October