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STRATFORD UPON AVON RACECOURSE.
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Introduction:
Stratford upon Avon has been a hot bed of national hunt racing for a very long time. Thanks to the journals of Captain James Saunders, we know the current Shottery Meadow site has been used since 1755. Indeed, apart from a few short breaks in the nineteenth century, racing on the current site has been continuous.
Situated in pleasant surroundings, and encompassed by a loop of the river Avon, the racecourse attracts a friendly, almost club like crowd, which is so typical of national hunt racing.
This specialist jumps course hosts 15 meetings between February and November of each calendar year. As an important participant in the summer jumping programme, Stratford stages the majority of its meetings between May and August.
Race highlights include, the Corbett Cup for champion novice hunters, the Ladbroke hurdle, and the Horse and Hound Cup. The latter being the last champion hunter chase of the season.
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Track facts:
Stratford is a left handed national hunt circuit. It is 1 mile 2 furlongs in circumference, has banked bends, but is still sharp in nature. There is a noticeable climb from the top turn to the middle of the back straight, and then a descent from that point until the home turn.
The steeplechase course has eight fairly easy fences laid out in the following circuit pattern: two plain fences, the first open ditch, another plain fence, the second open ditch, two more plain fences, and a water jump. The last of the plain fence is is situated at the start of the home straight, and the new water jump is right in front of the grandstands. On the final circuit of all races, runners by pass the water jump, so there is quite a long run in between the plain fence at the top of the home straight and the winning post, and this can suit horses with good flat speed.
The hurdles course has five flights. Like the steeplechase course, two of the hurdles are located in the home straight, and proceed a short run in.
In most races at Stratford, pace and agility are preferred qualities. However, on soft going, in the longer steeplechases, and in the 3 mile 3 furlong hurdle races, stamina also becomes important.
Statistically, front runners are not very successful at Stratford, as in the home straight on the final circuit, eighty per cent of winners come from behind.
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.
Club Ticket.
Viewing is from the first floor of the glass fronted Warwickshire Grandstand. This area provides the best vistas of the racecourse, including the winning post and parade ring. Ticket holders can also visit the parade ring, winners enclosure, and all the other public areas of the racecourse.
The Winning Post Restaurant is located on the first floor of the grandstand. It is only open to Club ticket holders, and serves mainly seafood dishes. To book a table, it is necessary to make direct contact with J P Seafood, on 07785 342 234.
The Paddock Suite Restaurant is also situated on the first floor of the grandstand. It is open to both Club and Tattersalls ticket holders, and offers silver service of an
a la carte menu, plus afternoon tea. To book a table for a meal, or the full day, it is necessary to contact Jenkinsons Caterers of Stafford, on 01785 252 247.
The Foxes Restaurant is a carvery, which is also available to both Club and Tattersalls ticket holders. To book a table for the day, contact Jenkinsons Caterers, as above.
Bars in the Club enclosure include, the Members Bar, the Champagne Bar, the Bridge Bar, which sells hot meat rolls, and the John Kenny Bar serving cold snacks
Tattersalls Ticket
There is seated viewing of the racecourse, including the home straight and winning post. Ticket holders also have access to the parade ring, winners enclosure, and the Family picnic area.
Subject to advance booking, as indicated above, Tattersalls ticket holders can utilise the Paddock Suite, and Foxes Restaurants.
The fully stocked Chris Rookes and Garrick Bars serve hot and cold snacks.
Centre Course Picnic Area Ticket.
Views are from the centre of the course, or the internal running rails. However, there is no access to the parade ring or winners enclosure.
Although this is predominantly a family picnic area, there are facilities serving cold and hot drinks and snacks.
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Disabled facilities:
With regard to the two main enclosures, blue badge holders can use the disabled parking spaces near the entrance gates. Alternatively, subject again to blue badge possession, disabled visitors can use the disabled parking spaces in the centre course car park. The entrances to the centre course car park are from Luddington Road and Paddock Lane. There is a charge of £2 per car, plus the normal Centre Course enclosure entrance fee.
A special viewing area is available on the first floor of the Warwickshire Grandstand.
Access can be affected to most areas of the racecourse, and specialist unisex toilet facilities are readily available.
Fixtures:
All races at Stratford Upon Avon are run under national hunt rules.
Thursday 20 August.
Saturday 05 September.
Tuesday 22 September.
Saturday 24 October.
Thursday 29 October.
TRANSPORT LINKS.
By Road:
The course is 15 minutes drive from junction 15 of the M40, and 40 minutes from junction 7 of the M5
Birmingham is only 40 minutes away, with London, Manchester, Bristol, and Cardiff, all within 2 hours normal drive.
There are free car parks at the racecourse, but for centre course, and the main car park, there is a £2 charge per vehicle.
By Rail:
Trains run to Stratford from Birmingham Moor street station. Moor Street is about 400 yards walk from Birmingham New Street station.
Stratford railway station is 25 minutes walk from the course, or 5 minutes in a taxi.
By Bus:
National Express coaches operate services to Stratford upon Avon from several British towns and cities.
By Air:
Birmingham International Airport is 19 miles from the racecourse, and normal transit time is around 40 minutes.
CONTACT DETAILS.
Address:
Stratford on Avon Racecourse Company Limited,
Luddington Road,
Stratford upon Avon
Warwickshire,
CV37 9SE.
Tel No: 01789 26 79 49.
Fax No: 01789 41 58 50.
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ACCOMMODATION.
Woodnorton Hall Hotel Evesham.
Tel no: 01386 42 57 80.
A former home to French royalty, Woodnorton Hall is a glorious example of a Grade II listed country hotel. Set in its own grounds, the hotel overlooks the beautiful Vale of Evesham to the nearby Cotswold Hills, and due to its location, the hotel is ideally situated to form a sumptious base for race goers attending Cheltenham, Stratford, or Worcester Racecourses.
Woodnorton Hall offers 45 individually decorated and well appointed en suite double bedded guest rooms. All rooms offer remote controlled colour television, internet access, complimentary luxury toiletries and mineral water, along with the standard room amenities guests would expect in a superior hotel. For guests seeking total luxury during their stay, the hotel offers the Duc d’Orleans master suite, plus 3 other feature oak panaled bedrooms all with magnificent bathrooms, each of which is fit for a resident king and queen.
The head chef at Le Duc’s Restaurant utilises the abundance of local quality produce to display his individual flair and creativity, and this manifests itself in tantalising modern cuisine with a French influence. The restaurant’s wine list has also been created with the same care, and offers wines from some of the world’s greatest vineyards. Room service and private dining facilities are also available on request.
In keeping with its origins, the hotel also offers a billiards room, outdoor tennis courts, and extensive grounds in which guests can stroll and relax. To obtain further information on the facilities at Woodnorton Hall, or to book directly, use the link below.
