Chester racecourse
Known as the Roodee it is the oldest racecourse in Britain with the sport dating back to 1511. It is also the smallest at just over a mile which produces a thrilling spectacle for the big crowds that always flock to this delightful venue.
Good quality Flat racing is held between May and September, the most noteworthy being the three-days at the start of the season with the Chester Cup taking pride of place.
| Address: | Chester Racecourse, Watergate Street, Chester, Chesire, CH1 2LA |
| Tel: | 01244 304 610 |
| Website: | http://www.chester-races.co.uk |
| Email: | Ed Gretton egretton@chester-races.com |
| Admission: | County Concourse sold out; Tattersalls and Paddock £sold outDee Stand £8 Open Course £6; Accompanied U16s FREE |
| Road: | From North or South, M6-M56, leaving at Junction 14. Track 3/4m SW of town centre between A483 and A548 |
| Rail: | Euston to Chester, then bus to town hall and on to course |
| Car park: | Car Parking £4. Coach minibus on course £6 a day (pre-book) |
| Flat: | Tight left-hand circuit with a short run-in of just over a furlong. Low numbers have a distinct advantage, a fast break in sprints is essential. |
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