Towcester Racecourse - Towcester, Northamptonshire, UK
Posted by: Dragontree
N 52° 07.349 W 000° 58.395
30U E 638750 N 5776598
This large horse racing course lies in the grounds of Easton Neston in Towcester.
Waymark Code: WM57RF
Location: East Midlands, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 11/24/2008
Views: 9
The official website describes the venue:
'With a recent investment of over £7.5 million into the course and its facilities and set in beautiful parklands overlooking the rolling Northamptonshire countryside, Towcester Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of the most picturesque racing venues in the country.
Towcester Racecourse hosts seventeen National Hunt meetings which run from October to May. The racecourse also offers a wide range of conferencing, wedding and hospitality facilities.
The Empress and Grace Stands are fully equipped with private balconies. They both offer glass fronted viewing of the course overlooking the home straight and are set against the spectacular backdrop of the rolling Northamptonshire countryside.
Our Paddock Pavilion Marquee is located in the heart of the racecourse between the stable yard and the parade ring.
The racecourse hosts eighteen National Hunt race meetings from October to May, providing the ideal opportunity for mixing business and pleasure. There are a variety of hospitality packages available, which can be individually tailored to meet your needs enabling you to entertain your clients whilst enjoying the thrilling spectacle of the sport of kings. We can accommodate a morning conference followed by an afternoon of racing and relaxation, enabling you to take a break from business to enjoy the excitement of National Hunt racing from the comfort of you own private suite.'
Types of Races: Steeplechase / Jump / National Hunt
Racing Season: From: 01/01/2008 To: 12/31/2008
Year Opened: 01/01/1928
Additional Information: Easton Neston is the old estate of Lord Hesketh.
Racecourse Web Site: [Web Link]
Famous Races: Not listed
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