Richard Layton’s powerful legacy - Hereford, Farming & Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 - TOTC Ep 6

Today's episode of Talk of the Course focuses on Mental Health Awareness Week and the Richard Layton Charity Raceday at Hereford Racecourse. The Richard Layton Charity Raceday won the Racing Together Community Award at the 14th annual RCA Showcase Awards. This podcast and accompanying video, tells the story of an initiative created in memory of Richard Layton, a much-loved local farmer and member of the Herefordshire community who tragically lost his life to suicide in 2023, and the Hereford Racecourse team's commitment to making mental health the front runner. Talk of the Course is designed to shed a light on the best practice emanating from racecourse teams across the country, covering all aspects of racecourse operation. It is written, produced and hosted by the RCA’s executive team.