Last Updated on 27/03/2026 by Andy Clark
William Hill TV is one of the best free live streaming services available from a UK bookmaker. All you need is a William Hill account to watch live horse racing, greyhound racing and a wide range of other sports – and for most events it costs nothing beyond the account itself.
This guide explains how William Hill TV works, how to access it, which races are covered and what the difference is between the two streaming services on offer.
William Hill TV – Two Services Explained
William Hill actually offers two separate streaming products, which can cause confusion. Here is the difference:
| Service | Cost | What you can watch |
|---|---|---|
| Betting TV | Free – account only | Selected UK horse racing, US racing, UK greyhounds |
| Bet & Watch | £1 bet per race (horse racing) / active balance (other sports) | All other UK and Irish racing, football, tennis, basketball, rugby, greyhound, hockey and more |
Betting TV is the free channel. You just need a William Hill account – no deposit, no bet required. It shows selected UK racecourses, US horse racing and UK greyhound races. On desktop, look for the video player above your bet slip. On the horse racing page, qualifying races show a “Free on Betting TV” label.
Bet & Watch is the premium streaming service. For horse racing, you need to place a minimum £1 bet on the race you want to watch. For all other sports, you just need a positive account balance or a bet placed in the last 24 hours.
How to Watch William Hill TV
On Desktop
- Log in to your William Hill account at williamhill.com
- Navigate to Horse Racing or Greyhounds
- Find the race or event you want to watch
- Races available on Betting TV will show “Free on Betting TV” – click to watch
- Races on Bet & Watch will show a yellow video icon – place your £1 qualifying bet to unlock the stream
- The Betting TV player is also accessible from the box above your bet slip on the right-hand side of the screen
On Mobile
- Log in to the William Hill app or mobile site
- Navigate to Racing for horse racing
- Tap the green video icon above the race times to start watching
- For Bet & Watch races, place your qualifying bet first
- For Betting TV races, tap to watch for free
Which Racecourses Does William Hill TV Cover?
William Hill Betting TV shows selected live racing from the following UK racecourses:
Ascot, Bangor, Bath, Brighton, Chepstow, Chester, Doncaster, Fakenham, Ffos Las, Fontwell, Hereford, Hexham, Lingfield, Newcastle, Newton Abbot, Plumpton, Ripon, Sedgefield, Southwell, Uttoxeter, Windsor, Wolverhampton, Worcester and Yarmouth.
All other UK racecourses – plus Irish and South African horse racing – are available via Bet & Watch with a £1 qualifying bet.
William Hill Bet & Watch – Qualifying Rules
For horse racing, the £1 minimum stake can be made up as follows:
- £1 win single qualifies for 1 race
- £0.50 each-way single qualifies for 1 race
- £2 double qualifies for both races
- £3 treble qualifies for all three races
- A £4 Yankee (4 selections) qualifies for all four races
What does not qualify:
- Ante-post bets
- Totepool bets
- Meeting markets
- Special bets
- Bets that have been fully cashed out (partial cash-outs still qualify)
For all other sports (football, tennis, rugby, basketball, hockey, greyhounds and more), only an active balance or a bet in the last 24 hours is required – no minimum stake on the specific event.
William Hill TV – What Sports Are Covered?
Via Betting TV (free):
- Selected UK horse racing
- Selected US horse racing
- UK greyhound racing
Via Bet & Watch:
- All UK and Irish horse racing
- South African horse racing
- Football
- Tennis
- Rugby
- Basketball
- Ice hockey
- Greyhound racing
- Badminton
- And more
The William Hill streaming service is strongest on horse racing and greyhound racing. Football coverage is available but more limited than dedicated football streaming services.
William Hill Racing Radio
As well as live streaming, William Hill offer Racing Radio – a free audio commentary service for horse racing and greyhound racing. This is an unusual feature that very few bookmakers offer and is worth knowing about if you want to follow races without the video stream.
Racing Radio is free and available to all account holders. It also includes free race previews, tips from William Hill’s racing team and expert commentary throughout the day’s racing.
Things to Know About William Hill TV
Streaming delay. William Hill live streams typically run 10 to 30 seconds behind the live action, depending on your internet speed and device. This is standard across most bookmakers, but it is important to bear in mind if you are placing in-play bets – your stream may not reflect what is happening in real time.
UK and Ireland only. The William Hill streaming service is only available to customers in the UK and Ireland. Streams are not accessible from outside these regions.
Cashing out. If you fully cash out a qualifying bet, you lose access to the stream for that race. Partial cash-outs allow continued access.
Multi-view. William Hill TV offers a multi-view mode on desktop, allowing you to watch multiple races simultaneously – useful for busy racing days with overlapping meetings.
How to Get Started with William Hill TV
You need a William Hill account to access either service. New customers can also claim the current sign-up offer.
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Once registered, navigate to Horse Racing on the William Hill website or app and look for the Betting TV or Bet & Watch icons next to available races.
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William Hill TV FAQs
Is William Hill TV free?
William Hill Betting TV is completely free for all account holders – no deposit or bet required. The Bet & Watch streaming service requires a £1 minimum bet per horse race, or just an active balance for other sports.
How do I access William Hill Betting TV?
Log in to your William Hill account, navigate to Horse Racing and look for races labelled “Free on Betting TV”. On desktop the player also appears above your bet slip. On mobile, tap the green video icon above race times.
Which racecourses does William Hill TV cover?
William Hill Betting TV covers 24 UK racecourses for free, plus selected US racing and UK greyhounds. All other UK and Irish racecourses are available via Bet & Watch with a £1 qualifying bet.
How much does it cost to watch horse racing on William Hill?
Races on Betting TV are free. Races on Bet & Watch require a minimum £1 stake on the specific race you want to watch. A £0.50 each-way single also qualifies.
Is there a delay on William Hill TV?
Yes. Streams typically run 10 to 30 seconds behind live action. This is standard across most bookmakers and is worth bearing in mind for in-play betting.
Can I watch William Hill TV abroad?
No. The service is only available to customers in the UK and Ireland.
What is William Hill Racing Radio?
William Hill Racing Radio is a free audio commentary service for horse racing and greyhound racing. It includes expert commentary, race previews and tips from William Hill’s racing team. It is available to all account holders.
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