The Orders and Rules of Racing
PART 3 - RACING PROGRAMMES - (F)20 to (F)46
43. Jump handicap races: top and bottom weights
43.1 The top weight in a Handicap Steeple Chase or Hurdle Race shall not be less than 11st 12lb or such other top weight as is specified in the conditions of the race.
43.2 The bottom weight in a Handicap Steeple Chase or Hurdle Race shall not be less than
- 43.2.1 the bottom weight specified in the conditions of the race, or
43.2.2 if no such weight is specified, 10st.
43.3 In any Handicap Steeple Chase or Hurdle Race, the original weights may go down to weights below the permitted bottom weight.