The cavalry comes to Sandown Park Racecourse for a top day of racing with the Help for Heroes Royal Artillery Gold Cup Day on Friday, February 19.

The racecourse has teamed up with Help for Heroes to stage the event, which will include an exhibition of Royal Artillery medals and memorabilia, army tanks and an assault course.

A gun will be fired at 1pm to announce the start of the racing.

Adults can enjoy a reduced entrance price of £10 if booking in advance. For more details call 01372 470047 or visit www.sandown.co.uk