Winning Post Enclosure Chester’s most premium ticketed enclosure is situated adjacent to the Winning Post itself and within the heart of the buzzing paddock. The Winning Post is the perfect spot to socialise and soak in all of the atmosphere a day’s racing at Chester has to offer.
What do people wear to Chester races?
Gentlemen are required to wear a well-tailored suit/blazer, a collared shirt and smart trousers. A tie must be worn. Ladies are required to wear a dress, skirt or smart trouser suit. No excessively revealing clothing is permitted.
Is there cover at Chester races?
Cover. There is standing cover in the County Concourse as well as in the Paddock and County Champagne Bar. Racegoers are entitled to bring an umbrella with them into the County Concourse for personal cover.
Where is the dee stand at Chester races?
The Dee Stand is a hard standing enclosure located on the outside of the race track. It’s well suited to casual racegoers as well as large groups (i.e. stag/hen parties).
What is unique about Chester Racecourse?
Chester is now the oldest active racecourse in the world and it is also Britain’s smallest track at just one mile and one furlong in circumference. The unique venue creates an atmosphere like no other and has played host to some great champions.
Can I wear jeans to the races?
Wear whatever makes you comfortable. During the regular work week, most people at the races have on jeans and t-shirts. If you’re going on a big race day and don’t want to dress up, stick with a comfortable pair of pants and polo shirt. That goes for ladies and gentlemen.
What should you not wear to the races?
Although far from compulsory in all enclosures, smart dress is the accepted dress code for racegoers. 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.
Do they have sniffer dogs at Chester races?
Do you have sniffer dogs? It is common to see sniffer (drug detection) dogs outside the racecourse at our admission gates on a race day. We also have multiple amnesty bins which allow racegoers or members of the public to anonymously, voluntarily surrender drugs, knives etc.
Can you 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.
Is there a dress code for Cruise in Chester?
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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.
Is it free to park at Chester Racecourse?
Parking at Chester Racecourse
There are almost 800 parking bays available across the two car parks. Both car parks offer parking free of charge on certain days.
Is Chester Races flat or jumps?
The racecourse’s position in the city makes race meetings at Chester very popular as it is only a very short stroll to all the hotels, bars, shopping and restaurants. The racecourse itself is just over 1-mile (1.6 km) long, flat and raced anti-clockwise or left-handed.
Which town has Britains friendliest racecourse?
Kelso Racecourse is a National Hunt Racecourse staging jumps racing from September through until May in the beautiful Borders countryside and picturesque town of Kelso. Kelso is known as Britain’s Friendliest Racecourse where a very warm welcome awaits.
What is the best racecourse in the UK?
Ascot. Ascot racecourse is considered the epicentre of British horseracing, hosting 26 days of top class racing including 9 Group 1 Flat races. The track is mixed purposed, with Flat and National Hunt fixtures throughout the year. However, it is at Royal Ascot where the track really sparkles.
Which is the biggest racecourse in the UK?
Aintree
What’s the biggest Racecourse in the UK? Aintree, is the biggest Racecourse in the UK, in terms of spectator capacity, or in other words; it can seat the most number of people. The course’s capacity is 75,000 spectators, making it the number one, biggest in the UK.
What do ladies wear at the races?
Wear anything casual like denim, sportswear, untailored pants and jackets, leggings, sneakers or thongs (shoes that go between the first two toes). Show too much skin – bare midriffs (including cut-outs) are a no-no, as are strapless dresses or spaghetti straps in members’ areas. Avoid shorts and short playsuits.
Should I wear a fascinator to the races?
A hat or a fascinator is an amazing choice for many ladies going racing – especially on a Ladies Day. This can make your outfit much more dressy and can also keep the sun out of your eyes without having to wear sunglasses. A little bag would be ideal so you don’t have to carry everything around all-day as well.
What should I bring to the races?
Race
- Watch or GPS.
- Shoes, orthotics if necessary.
- Singlet/short-sleeve or long-sleeve shirt for race, as weather dictates.
- Sports bra.
- Shorts/tights for race, as weather dictates.
- Socks.
- Sunglasses.
- Gels or sports drink if you’ve been training with them.
Do you wear clothes under race suit?
Undersuits. The only clothing that a rider should wear under their race suit is a well-fitting undersuit.
Can you wear jeans to horse racing?
Smart denim jeans are acceptable, however jeans must not have tears or rips. You don’t need a hat or fascinator on any race days outside The Derby.