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WEXFORD RACECOURSE.
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Introduction:
Wexford racecourse is situated in the sunny south east of Ireland. Indeed, Irish meteorological office statistics show, in comparison to the remainder of Ireland, the region around Wexford receives an extra hour of daily sunshine. This may explain why the crowds of race goers at the Wexford races have a happy and friendly demeanour.
The beginnings of horse racing in the Wexford area can be traced back to race meetings which were staged on reclaimed bog. Although these fixtures enjoyed popular support when they first began during the eighteen seventies, by 1902, support had dwindled, and the races were abandoned.
In front of an estimated crowd of seventeen thousand race goers, racing at Wexford was reborn on Monday, fifteenth of October 1951. The new site at Bettyville soon established itself as am important racing venue, and it has continued to be popular, with a steady growth in crowds being recorded over the last ten years.
The course stages around eleven days of racing. This includes, a weekend fixture in late October, and seven separate meetings staged on Fridays. The races often attract large fields, plus leading jockeys from both codes.
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Track facts:
Wexford stages a mixture of flat and national hunt racing.
The course has a rectangular shape. It is run left handed over a slightly undulating circuit, which measures one mile two furlongs in circumference.
The hurdles course has four flights per circuit.
The steeplechase course has five fences per circuit.
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.
Grandstand and Paddock Ticket.
Ticket holders have access to all the public areas of the racecourse. This includes the covered main grandstand, and the open grandstand. The latter is an ideal location on bright days, as it gives a birds eye view of the home straight.
The Ivy Room is located on the far side of the parade ring. It has a popular bar, and a spacious restaurant which serves a wide selection of hot meals.
O Briens Cafeteria serves hot food, teas, coffee and soft drinks.
The well stocked Bettyville and Carriglawn Bars are located on the first floor of the main grandstand.
The Long Bar offers the supreme location for the dedicated punter, being situated next to the parade ring and bookies betting ring.
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Disabled facilities:
There is a designated viewing stand, which is adjacent to the Stewards Stand. This provides views of the course and the parade ring.
Wheelchair accessible toilets are available in the Ivy Room.
Fixtures:
Friday 28 August.
Saturday 24 October.
Sunday 25 October.
Saturday 28 November.
TRANSPORT LINKS.
By Road:
Located one kilometre outside Wexford Town, the racecourse is opposite the County Hospital, and on the Wexford to Waterford road.
Traffic approaching on the N25, Dublin to Rosslare road, should exit that main route at the Ross roundabout site of the Quality Hotel. Follow the signs to Wexford, and after travelling another kilometre, the racecourse is on the right hand side of the road.
There is free car parking for around two hundred cars in the centre of the racecourse. Off course car parks do charge for their parking spaces.
By Rail:
Dublin to Rosslare trains stop at Wexford railway station. Taxis are available from the station to the racecourse.
By Bus:
Wexford is a main stop on the Bus Eireann service from Dublin to Rosslare Harbour.
However, for full details on local services contact Waterford bus station, telephone number: 051879 000.
By Air:
Waterford airport is around forty eight kilometres from the racecourse.
The airport offers regular flights to Birmingham, London Luton, and Manchester.
CONTACT DETAILS.
Address:
Sports Wexford Limited,
C o Mary Ballantyne,
1 The Estuary,
Redmond Road,
Wexford
Eire tel no: 053 914 38 53.
From UK, tel no: 00353 53 914 38 53.
Eire fax no: 051 42 18 30.
From UK, fax no: 00353 51 42 18 30.
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ACCOMMODATION.
Talbot Hotel Wexford.
Eire tel no: 053 91 22 566.
From UK tel no: 00353 53 91 22 566.
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Wexford is renowned as the sunshine capital of Ireland, and situated in the prime Quayside area of Wexford, the four star Talbot Hotel forms the perfect oasis for discerning race-goers attending the nearby Wexford Races. The hotel has ample car parking which is free for hotel patrons, is close to Wexford train and bus stations, and is within a 12 mile (20km) taxi ride of Rosslare ferry terminal.
Offering outstanding comfort and convenience, each of the Talbot Hotel’s 107 en suite guest rooms are equipped and furnished to the standards discerning guests expect in a superior four star hotel. If you are seeking that extra bit of comfort during your stay, our Executive Rooms and Suites provide extra luxuries, plus panoramic views of the River Slaney and Wexford Quays. Naturally, 24 hour room service is also available throughout the hotel.
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The recipe for the Oyster Lane Restaurant is simple – superb food, fine wines, and superior service. The award winning restaurant offers guests a luxurious and intimate dining experience. Using only the finest ingredients, with the emphasis on local fresh produce, our executive head chef creates innovative and mouthwatering culinary delights, all of which can be enjoyed with fine wines from around the world. For a pre-dinner drink, or an enjoyable night out in good company, the hotel’s Ballast Bank Bar and Grill provides a relaxed friendly atmosphere in which to savour your favourite tipple, while enjoying the best in live entertainment. An extensive bar food menu is available throughout the day, and our popular carvery lunch is served Sunday to Friday.
The hotel’s Quay Leisure Centre was originally built as a grain mill, but has been magnificently renovated to provide a high-tec gymnasium, swimming pool, and relaxing spa pool, steam room and sauna. In fact the Quay Leisure Centre is definitely your key to fitness and relaxation.
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For further information on the Talbot Hotel Wexford, or to book directly, use the link below.
