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Newbury Racecourse, one of the country’s finest racecourses, is set in the stunning and central location of West Berkshire. As well as staging 30 days of top quality horseracing throughout the year, Newbury Racecourse is the perfect and unique venue for exhibitions, meetings and conferences for up to 1000 delegates.
There is something for everyone on race day at Newbury Racecourse. Various packages to suit all requirements and budgets are available starting with Grandstand and then Premier enclosure admission, or dine with a view in one of the two fine dining panoramic restaurants, The Race goers or Hennessy Restaurant’s. Private boxes, including The Royal Box boast fabulous views of the racing action complimented by excellent and bespoke catering and service makes a stylish venue to entertain clients, friends and family. For more information visit newbury-racecourse.co.uk
Party in the Paddock
During the summer months Newbury Racecourse hosts a series of Party in the Paddock fixtures, where famous bands perform live after racing. In May of 2009, 80’s legends Madness rocked over 15,000 race goers with their famous ska hits and then Bjorn Again bought Mama Mia Mania to Newbury in July. Finally, Mick Hucknall and Simply Red will caress race goers ears with their smooth tones after racing at the final Party in the Paddock fixture of 2009 on CGA Ladies Day on Saturday 15 August.
The Winter Festival featuring the Hennessy Gold Cup
A highlight of the Jump Season is the three day Winter Festival featuring Saturday’s Hennessy Gold Cup from Thursday 26 November to Saturday 28 November 2009 at Newbury Racecourse. The Hennessy Gold Cup, ran over a racing distance of over 3 miles, is an ultimate test of the racehorse’s stamina and jumping ability and has a total prize money fund of £200,000. Numerous racing heroes have won the famous race, including in recent times Denman who was victorious in 2007 and Arkle who won the race back to back in 1964 and 1965.
There is also something for everyone over the three day festival, with a winter shopping village perfect for Christmas shopping and also being a highlight on the social calendar on Gentleman’s Day on the Friday, men can come “Dressed to Kill”.
Fun for all the Family
Racing at Newbury Racecourse is tailored to all the family offering top horseracing and a host of family entertainment. A favourite with the kids, our Newbury Racecourse mascot Harry the Horse will also make appearances on race days. Further to this, Harry will be giving out his FREE Hotshots Fun Packs, which include a jockey’s autograph page, crayons and puzzles
All weekend and school holiday fixtures are great for family events and as well as horseracing action we ensure there is plenty of extra entertainment for kids and parents to! With under 18’s going free, a day at Newbury races makes a fantastic value day out. The Rocking Horse Nursery and crèche is open to race goers wishing to leave their children (maximum of 2 hours) on all Saturday and Sunday race days. Although there is normally availability is it advisable to book.
Some highlights at Newbury’s remaining 2009 fixtures include:
Saturday 15 August – CGA Ladies Day featuring Party in the Paddock with Simply Red
Saturday 19 September - September Sports Day with trick shot shows from John Virgo and Paul Barrington
Saturday 24 October – Armed Forces Day
Thursday 26 – Saturday 28 November - The Winter Festival featuring Saturday’s Hennessy Gold Cup
Wednesday 16 December – Christmas Party Day
Tuesday 29 December - Christmas Family Day
Less than an hour’s drive from Heathrow and Southampton airports, Newbury Racecourse is easily accessible from the M3 and is just minutes from Junction 13 of the M4. There is also a railway station on site, Newbury Racecourse Station, with direct connections.
For more information on fixtures and facilities, call 01635 40015 or email: events@newbury-racecourse.co.uk or visit www.newbury-racecourse.co.uk
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