Falmouth Stakes 2026 FAQs - All Of The Key Questions Answered

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Last updated: Wed 08 Jul 2026 15:04

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2026 Falmouth Stakes runs July 10 at Newmarket’s July Course
Prize fund is £375,000; top fillies and mares compete
Live on ITV Racing; key milestone for female milers’ careers

William Buick riding Cinderella's Dream (blue) win The Tattersalls Falmouth Stakes at Newmarket. (Getty)

What is the Falmouth Stakes?

The Falmouth Stakes is a Group One Flat race for fillies and mares aged three and older. It is contested over one mile (8 furlongs) on turf and is recognised as one of Britain's leading races for female milers.

When is the 2026 Falmouth Stakes?

The 2026 Falmouth Stakes takes place on Friday 10th July during the second day of the Newmarket July Festival. The race is scheduled to start at 3:35pm (BST) and is the feature race shown live on ITV Racing.

Where is the Falmouth Stakes run?

The Falmouth Stakes is run on the famous July Course at Newmarket Racecourse in Suffolk. Newmarket is regarded as the headquarters of British Flat racing, and the July Course hosts many of the sport's biggest races throughout the summer.

Who can run in the Falmouth Stakes?

Only fillies and mares aged three or older are eligible to compete in the Falmouth Stakes. Three-year-olds receive a weight allowance from their older rivals, helping to create a competitive contest between the generations.

What is the prize money for the 2026 Falmouth Stakes?

The 2026 renewal is worth £375,000, with more than £212,000 awarded to the winner, making it one of the richest races for fillies and mares during the British Flat season.

Which horses usually run in the Falmouth Stakes?

The Falmouth Stakes regularly attracts Classic winners and top-class older mares. Horses that have competed in races such as the Coronation Stakes at Royal Ascot, the 1000 Guineas or other leading mile contests often feature among the runners.

Who won the Falmouth Stakes?

Charlie Appleby won the Falmouth Stakes for the first time in 2025, as William Buick rode Cinderella's Dream to victory over Aidan O'Brien's January.

How can I watch the 2026 Falmouth Stakes?

Fans in the UK can watch the Falmouth Stakes live on ITV Racing, with comprehensive coverage of the Newmarket July Festival also available on Racing TV. Many licensed online bookmakers provide live streaming to eligible customers with funded betting accounts. You can find more details on Live Streaming on our website.

Why is the Falmouth Stakes so important?

The Falmouth Stakes is one of the premier Group One races for fillies and mares over a mile in Britain. Success in the race enhances a horse's breeding value and often establishes the winner as one of the leading female milers in Europe, with many runners going on to compete in other major Group One contests later in the season.