06/10/2026
VINCENT DELANEY MEMORIAL CELEBRATES 15 YEARS
Sixth staging at Tir Prince — provisional dates Friday 13th & Saturday 14th August 2027
The Vincent Delaney Memorial will celebrate its 15th year in 2027, returning to Tir Prince Raceway for the sixth time.
VDM Chairman Derek Delaney and Tir Prince Racing Manager Eric Witherspoon are delighted to confirm that they will once again join forces following the success of this year’s event.
Since its inception, the VDM has seen over £1 million raced for, attracting leading stakes horses, drivers, owners and trainers, along with participants and fans from around the world.
The event features Group racing for 2-, 3- and 4-year-old horses, alongside the prestigious Bernie Kelly International Ladies Race, making it one of the highlights of the stakes-racing calendar.
Derek Delaney said:
“Fifteen years is a fantastic milestone for the VDM, and to have raced for over £1 million during that time is something everyone involved can be extremely proud of.
“We’re delighted to be returning to Tir Prince for our sixth staging. This year was a great success and we’re already working together on making 2027 even better.
“We have some exciting ideas that we’re working hard to secure finance for. We don’t want to give too much away yet, but we’re hoping to add another flavour to what is already a fantastic weekend of racing.”
Eric Witherspoon, Tir Prince Racing Manager, added:
“Tir Prince is delighted to welcome the VDM back for its sixth year here. The event has become a major part of the racing calendar, attracting participants and fans from around the world.
“We’re looking forward to working with Derek and the team again and building on the success of this year. There are some exciting plans being discussed, and hopefully we’ll have more to announce soon.”
Further details on the 2027 programme, prize money and additional plans will be announced in due course.
VDM 2027
Celebrating 15 Years | £1 Million+ Raced For | Sixth Year at Tir Prince
Tir Prince Raceway
Friday 13th & Saturday 14th August 2027
Provisional dates