Please ask at bars on the race day for further information. The Open Course will only accept cash. Despite the wide acceptance of digital payments at the racecourse, we do still advise racegoers to bring cash with them just in case of technical issues with card payment terminals. We also have 3 cash machines on site.
Is Chester Racecourse cashless?
Advanced parking can also be purchased over the phone via the box office on 01244 304 610. Cash and card payments are accepted on the day on entry to the car park, but these spaces are issued on a first come, first served basis.
How do you bet on Chester races?
At Chester Racecourse, there are a wide number of kiosks for you to place a bet at your convenience. To find us, you can either look for the ChesterBET signage, ask a steward or check the racecard map. Once you have bought your drink and racecard it’s time to study the horses.
Do you have to wear a suit to Chester races?
Gentlemen are required to wear a well-tailored suit or a blazer with smart trousers, together with a shirt, collar and tie. Ladies are required to wear smart dress. No denim jeans of any colour, no trainers, no shorts, no sportswear and no fancy dress will be permitted.
How old do you have to be to go to Chester races?
Children aged 17 and under who are accompanied by an adult are admitted free of charge every raceday at Chester across all enclosures*. If you are accompanied by a child in any enclosure other than Tattersalls or the Roodee, you will be required to collect a badge on arrival.
Can you pay cash at Chester races?
Please ask at bars on the race day for further information. The Open Course will only accept cash. Despite the wide acceptance of digital payments at the racecourse, we do still advise racegoers to bring cash with them just in case of technical issues with card payment terminals. We also have 3 cash machines on site.
Do on course bookies still take cash?
Cash may be used when placing bets with all on-course bookmakers. All you need to do is pick your horse by its number, choose what stake you want to put down and what bet you want to place! If you want to go for a straight win, you might, for instance, say to the bookmaker “£5 on Number 3 please”.
Can you bet on horse races with credit card?
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How much is a $2 across the board bet?
Across the board
You also need to keep in mind that when you make a $2 across-the-board bet that you will need to pay a total of $6 to cover your ticket. This is because you are placing a $2 win bet, a $2 place bet and a $2 show bet.
What is the best bet for 3 horses?
A Trixie bet comprises of three selections running in different horse races. The Trixie bet is comprised of four bets in total, these being: 3 x doubles. 1 x treble.
Can you take beer into Chester races?
A moderate amount of alcohol (two cans of beer or half a bottle of wine per person) can only be brought on to the Open Course via car. No alcohol may be brought onto the site by foot. All alcohol brought onto the site by racegoers must be consumed in the car park picnic area.
Can ladies wear trousers to the races?
Where once dresses were your only option, jumpsuits and elegant formal trousers are now acceptable at most racing events. For formal events, jumpsuits and trousers will need to be full-length rather than cropped. So, it’s always best to double check the dress code if you’ve decided to opt away from a dress choice.
Which enclosure is best at Chester races?
The Tattersalls Enclosure is located between the Dee Stand and County Concourse. Offering access to both sides of the track (including the Parade Ring in the Paddock), Tattersalls is a firm favourite with racegoers.
Can you take water into Chester races?
Customers may bring food and soft drinks in sealed plastic containers onto the Open Course. Customers can bring a picnic, with a moderate amount of alcohol to accompany it, into the designated Car Park Picnic Area. However, this area cannot be accessed on foot, or by taxi.
Is there a dress code for horse races?
Trainers and shorts are widely regarded as unacceptable, although not forbidden in some enclosures or at some meetings. The classic Flat racing attire for men is a collared shirt with trousers and smart shoes.
How many people normally attend Chester races?
The racecourse is now officially recognised by the Guinness Book of World Records as the Oldest Racecourse in the world, still in operation. Chester is in fact a 365 days’ a year operation, attracting over 330,000 visitors annually at race day fixtures and non-race day events.
Can you pay on the gate at Chester FC?
If you wish to pay with cash, you will need to buy your ticket from the Ticket Office before the game, however we advise arriving earlier than normal to reduce queuing times. Cash is no longer be accepted at the turnstiles.
Is there a cash machine at Chester Zoo?
Is there a cash machine in the zoo? No, there is no cash machine at the zoo.
How long do you have to cash a horse racing ticket?
They remain valid for up to one year from date of issue.
Do racecourse bookies take card?
It is recommended to take cash to the races as the transactions tend to run quicker, but some on-course bookmakers do take cards. Simply tell an on-course bookmaker the number of the horse, the stake of your bet and whether or not you want an each-way bet.
Which bookies have cash out?
Top 10 best betting sites for cash out 2022
- bet365.
- Spreadex.
- Betfair.
- Mansion Bet.
- William Hill.
- Paddy Power.
- BetVictor.
- Coral.