In the late 1980s the event was classed at Listed level, and its full title was the Bishops Cleeve Hurdle. It was promoted to Grade 1 status in 1991, and in the following years its title was shortened to the present form.
During the late 1980s, the event fell under the Listed classification, with a full name of Bishops Cleeve Hurdle. In 1991, it was upgraded to Grade 1 status, and subsequently, its title was streamlined to its current form.