The Western Australian Turf Club (now operating as Perth Racing) has had a proud history of hosting thoroughbred racing in the state for over 150 years, and runs the two magnificent riverside racecourses of Ascot and Belmont Park, both situated minutes from the city of Perth.

Perth Racing is responsible for the renowned Ascot Summer Racing Carnival and the $1,000,000 Group 1 Carlton Draught Railway Stakes, the $500,000 Group 1 Burswood Winterbottom Stakes, the Group 1 $500,000 Kingston Town Classic, and the $400,000 Group II BMW-Perth Cup.

Perth Racing’s quality race meetings are also known as a breeding ground for champions.

Northerly, Rogan Josh, Placid Ark, Miss Andretti, Scenic Blast and Hay List are just some of the Champions to have hailed from Ascot racecourse. 

Perth Racing Manages two Perth Metropolitan Race Course: Ascot and Belmont Park.

Recognising the club’s position as a social and community leader, we are constantly striving to increase the ways we can positively contribute to our state.

From helping to develop and grow our national game, improving educational and social outcomes among our youth or raising much-needed funds for local charities, the West Coast Eagles is committed to giving back to the WA community.

Our community strategy is divided in to four key areas: charitable partnerships, grassroots football, schools and education and diversity programs.