THE news that Hereford Racecourse is to fully reopen in October has been met with widespread delight.

There had been no racing under rules held at the course since 2012, but as reported here, four fixtures will take place this year.

The news has led to Hereford trending on Twitter within the last hour.

Here are just some of the comments people have posted this evening.

Richard Johnson ‏(@dickyjohnson77)

Great news that @HerefordRaces is to re open in October well done to all involved! #localcourse

Aidan Coleman (@aidancoleman)

Great to hear Hereford racecourse is opening again soon!! Really looking forward to getting back racing there.

John Hunt ‏(@HuntyCaller)

Isn't it great to get the news about @HerefordRaces staging racing once again? Never thought Id see the day. Stable lads cafe was mint.

Cornelius Lysaght (@CorneliusRacing)

#Hereford: calculate around 350 racehorses (mainly NH) trained within easy striking distance of track so its loss was notable blow to area

Francis Keogh @HonestFrank

@STurnerTipster a certain AP McCoy once rode The Happy Hussar at Hereford, though not on the day of the 100/1 triumph

Lydia Hislop ‏@LydiaHislop

Brilliant news about the reopening of Hereford racecourse. Can't wait to go back.