York's autumn meeting kicks off with £150K Placepot and free bet offers

High-stakes racing meets big rewards at York this weekend. Will your picks secure a share of the £150K Placepot—or a free bet windfall?

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2026 April 7 . 8:03 AM

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York's autumn meeting kicks off with £150K Placepot and free bet offers

York's autumn meeting takes centre stage this weekend with a Premier Raceday featuring top races like the Rockingham Stakes. Alongside the action, bookmaker Tote has launched a special promotion for new customers—a bet £10, get £40 in free bets offer. The company is also guaranteeing a £150,000 Placepot payout for Saturday's card.

The weekend fixture at York includes the listed Rockingham Stakes and high-value Class 2 handicaps. Racing fans will have multiple opportunities to bet across Friday and Saturday.

Tote's Placepot bet requires players to pick a horse that places in each of the first six races of the day. The number of places awarded depends on how many runners compete in each race. Picking more than one horse per race increases the total stake but also boosts the chances of winning. For new customers, Tote is offering £40 in free bets when they place a £10 wager on horse racing. The promotion runs alongside a guaranteed £150,000 Placepot payout on Saturday, ensuring a major prize pool regardless of the number of winners.

The York meeting promises competitive racing and significant betting opportunities. Tote's promotions include free bets for new customers and a guaranteed Placepot payout. Players are reminded to gamble responsibly by setting time and spending limits and avoiding betting when upset or under emotional stress.