SUPPORT HELENA BOWES IN THE AUTISM IN RACING FUNDRAISING RACE

Help Me Raise £3,000 for Autism In Racing.

On 28th October 2026, I will be taking part in the Autism In Racing Fundraising Race at Nottingham Racecourse.

Racing has been a significant part of my life. I was a student at RACE in the Curragh and completed the National Stud Breeding Course in Kildare, before spending many rewarding years working within racing and stud farms in both Ireland and the United States.

Following my time in the racing industry, I returned to education and now work within the healthcare sector at Portiuncula University Hospital. Despite taking a different career path, my connection to racing has remained strong.

This race marks a very special return to the saddle after a 15-year hiatus, and I am incredibly grateful to those who have helped make that possible.

Why I'm Supporting Autism In Racing

I am taking on this challenge as a way of giving something back to an industry that has given me so many wonderful opportunities and friendships over the years.

Autism In Racing is doing fantastic work to make racing more accessible, welcoming and inclusive for autistic people and their families. Their programmes help create opportunities, build confidence and ensure more people can enjoy everything our sport has to offer.

I am proud to be supporting such a worthwhile cause and helping raise awareness alongside vital funds.

How You Can Help

My goal is to raise £3,000 to support Autism In Racing's work.

Every donation, no matter the size, will help create more opportunities, greater understanding and a more inclusive future within racing.

Please consider supporting my fundraising and helping Autism In Racing continue making a positive impact across the racing community.

Thank you for your support

About Autism In Racing

Autism In Racing is dedicated to improving accessibility, inclusion and opportunities for autistic people within horseracing.

Working with racecourses, industry partners and families across the UK, Autism In Racing delivers autism-friendly racedays, mentoring opportunities, community activities and resources that help more people engage with and enjoy the sport.

Funds raised through the Autism In Racing Fundraising Race at Nottingham Racecourse on 28th October 2026 will help support and expand these initiatives, ensuring more autistic people and their families can access racing in a way that works for them.