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KELSO RACECOURSE.
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Introduction:
Kelso racecourse is situated just inside the Scottish border, and two miles north of the small town of the same name. The surrounding countryside is amongst the most beautiful in the united kingdom, and provides a picturesque backdrop for competitive racing.
Records indicate, the earliest horse racing to be held in the Kelso area occurred in 1734 at Caverton Edge. Later, the venue moved to Blakelaw, before settling at the current Berrymoss site in July of 1822. For the next sixty six years after it settled at Berrymoss, the course was used exclusively for flat racing.
However, in 1888, the United Border Hunt moved to Kelso, and the emphasis switched to national hunt racing.
The modern course stages thirteen fixtures a year, and is renowned for its friendly and convivial atmosphere.
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Track facts:
For over a century, Kelso has been used exclusively for national hunt racing.
The steeplechase course is run left handed over a circuit measuring one mile three furlongs in circumference. It has undulations, and is considered sharp and galloping.
Kelso has nine fences arranged in the following pattern: an initial open ditch, four plain fences, the second open ditch, then the remaining three plain fences. The jumps are large, and are unevenly distributed. There are three in the back straight, and three in the home straight, but on the final circuit, the last two fences on the home straight are bypassed in favour of a right handed two furlong uphill run in.
The hurdles course actually turns out of the back straight one hundred yards before its jumps counterpart. As a result, it is only 1 mile 1 furlong in circumference, and consequently, this makes the course much sharper than its steeplechase companion.
The hurdles course has five flights, two of which are situated prior to the winning post in the home straight.
Pace and stamina are required on both courses at Kelso, with the long uphill run in allowing potential winners to recover from any mistakes at the last.
Kelso has certain characteristics which can be found on the courses at both Cheltenham and Aintree, and it is not unusual to observe several top quality horses working out at Kelso during the January and February fixtures.
Enclosures and hospitality:
The listings below do not include the facilities available to Annual Members, Owners and Trainers, and Corporate Guests. These can be obtained by contacting the racecourse.
Members Ticket.
These ticket holders have access to the Members Grandstand, with its views of the run in, winning post, and the parade ring. There is also access to all the other public areas of the racecourse.
The Members Bar, with its natural fire, is a cosy area to enjoy drinks and snacks. While Rosies Bistro serves up a fine selection of fayre, and a hot drink can be enjoyed in the Kings Suite.
Tattersalls Ticket.
Viewing is available in the Tweedie stand, with its mixture of covered and open seating or standing terraces. The ticket also provides access to the parade ring and winners enclosure.
There is a self service eating area, and drinks and snacks are available in the Buchanan Room.
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Disabled facilities:
Blue badge holders may use designated parking spaces.
There is a ramped viewing platform and specialist toilet facilities.
Fixtures:
All races at Kelso are staged under National Hunt Rules.
Sunday 04 October.
Saturday 17 October.
Saturday 07 November.
Friday 20 November.
Sunday 06 December.
TRANSPORT LINKS.
By Road:
The racecourse is close to the junction of the A6089 and the A699. These roads have local connections to the following routes.
From Edinburgh, take the A68, and then the A697. Travelling from Newcastle and the south, take the A1M, and then either the A68, or the A697 from Berwick upon Tweed. From the west, leave the M6 at junction 44, and then follow the A7 and the A698.
Car parking at the racecourse is free of charge.
By Rail:
Chathill in Northumberland is the nearest station at twelve miles, but the service from Hexham is infrequent, and only allows connection to the Newcastle upon tyne to Carlisle branch line.
The nearest main line station is twenty two miles distant at Berwick upon Tweed. Berwick is on the London Kings
Cross to Edinburgh main line.
By Bus:
No sensible option available.
By Air:
Newcastle airport is around thirty eight miles from the racecourse.
Subject to prior permission, helicopters may land on the racecourse.
CONTACT DETAILS.
Address:
Kelso Racecourse,
18 to 20 Glendale Road,
Wooler,
Northumberland,
NE71 6DW.
Tel No: 01668 28 08 00.
Fax No: 01668 28 11 13.
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ACCOMMODATION.
Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Resort.
UK tel no: 01573 45 03 31.
From Eire tel no: 00 44 1573 45 03 31.
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Located on the edge of the village of Heiton, amongst the magnificent countryside of the Scottish Borders region, the Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Resort has good access from the A68 and A1 via the A698. For discerning race-goers visiting the nearby Kelso Races, the Roxburghe Hotel creates the feeling among its guests they are checking into a beautiful home rather than a hotel. Indeed, for visitors who shun modern soulless accommodation in favour of tranquility and a bit of up market sophistication, then this is the hotel for you!
Owned by the Duke of Roxburghe, and a few minutes drive from the romantic Floors Castle, the hotel nestles privately amongst woodland on the banks of the River Teviot. Many of the hotel’s 22 luxury guest rooms have been designed by the Duchess, as she is a fully accredited interior designer in her own right. The hotel offers single, twin and double bedded rooms, including four poster rooms and suites. These are split between 16 rooms in the main house, and 6 bedrooms in the Courtyard Annex. Similar to the hotel’s spacious reception rooms, all of the hotel’s guest rooms are furnished with care and elegance, and 2 have the added comfort of real log fires. Each room provides fluffy bath robes and slippers, morning newspaper and complimentary mineral water. Despite the relaxing country house ambience, all guest rooms also serrepticiously incorporate all the modern amenities expected by discerning guests.
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Whether for lunch or dinner, eating at the Roxburghe Hotel Restaurant is a culinary experience not to be missed. Head Chef Alasdair Stewart uses home grown produce from the Roxburghe estate, including; game, salmon, wild mushrooms and freshly picked herbs from the garden, thus ensuring diners receive only the freshest of home made cuisine. As everything is freshly made, the kitchen staff can also create individual menus for guests with allergies or special dietary requirements. To compliment this fine standard of food, the restaurant also offers a fine selection of wines from the Duke’s cellar, and there is also a comprehensive whisky selection for an after dinner dram. On request, private parties can also be accommodated with separate dining facilities.
Situated in the courtyard adjacent to the main house, Roxburghe Health and Beauty Centre is staffed by Liza Turnbull and her professional and qualified staff. They offer the ultimate in beauty therapies and pampering, specialising in facial and body care, including; nails, hands and feet treatments. While golfers can contact the hotel in advance of their visit, and thereby secure a pre-booked tee off time or professional assistance.
For full details on all the facilities offered by the Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Resort, or to book directly, use the link below.
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