[2] At 780 feet (238 m) above sea level, Bath is Britain's highest flat racecourse, although National Hunt courses Hexham and Exeter are higher.

[6] During World War II, the racecourse was used as a landing field by the Royal Air Force and named RAF North Stoke.

They bet heavily on the substituted horse and damaged the power supply to the racecourse, which prevented the bookmakers from changing the odds which remained at 10-1.

[citation needed] In 2015–2016 the racecourse facilities underwent a redevelopment and investment programme, funded by the Arena Racing Company.

The racetrack was given a new look with bands of buttermilk and French grey, the parade ring revamped and the Beckford Bar opened.