Strong Carlow and Kilkenny interest in the 2026 Cheltenham Festival which takes hold today

There’s strong local interest in the 2026 Cheltenham Festival which kicks off today.

Many have travelled across the Irish Sea from Carlow and Kilkenny to attend the major horse-racing event with our two counties renowned for its participating jockeys, trainers, horses and fans.

Manager of Gowran Park & Racecourse Eddie Scally has been outlining details for KCLR News’ Martin Quilty;

Local trainer John ‘Shark’ Hanlon’s in Cheltenham and has been telling The KCLR Daily’s John Masterson attendance appears to be lower than usual, and prices higher;

Keep up to date with all of the results on The Afternoon Crew (1-4pm) and The Home Run (4-7pm) this week, thanks to The Village Inn Bar & Function Room.