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TOWCESTER RACECOURSE.
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Introduction:
Truly one of the most picturesque racecourses in Britain, Towcester racecourse first opened its turnstiles in 1928.
The course and facilities are located on the Easton Neston parklands. Historically, the whole area was owned by the Hesketh family. Although in recent times, large parts of the estate have been sold on, the family have maintained their ownership of Towcester racecourse. In fact, the current Lord Hesketh is chairman of the racecourse company, and oversaw a recent seven point five million pound redevelopment of the course facilities.
Towcester is a very popular course, and this may be due in no small measure to the fact admission to the course is mostly free of charge. Of the 18 race meetings between October and June, only the fixtures on Boxing Day and Easter Monday involve a ten pounds admission fee.
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Track facts:
Towcester specialises in the staging of national hunt racing.
The course is run right handed, and although it is one mile six furlongs in circumference, it has some sharp bends.
The steeplechase course has ten jumps laid out in the following circuit pattern: an initial plain fence, the first open ditch, three more plain fences, the water jump, a plain fence, the second open ditch, and the remaining two plain fences, these last two fences being sited in the home straight.
The hurdles course has six flights, the last two being situated in the home straight.
Although the obstacles on both courses are relatively easy to jump, the Towcester circuit is probably the toughest national hunt test in the world. From the turn out of the home straight, the track descends for the first six furlongs. It then begins a climb which continues for the next mile, including a sharp climb to the first fence in the home straight.
On soft or heavy going, Towcester is a severe stamina test. It sometimes pays to support gallopers who have won over a longer distance. If the going is particularly heavy, it may even be best to support a plodder.
Previous course winners should always be added to a short list of potential winners.
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.
As admission is free, race goers have a choice of facilities.
The Empress Grandstand is the newer facility, and provides the closest views of the winning post. However, from the viewing terrace of the Grace Grandstand, observations of the racing action are equally as good as its counterpart.
The Empress Suite Restaurant is located on the first floor of the grandstand, and offers good dining, with accompanying views of the racecourse.
The Champagne Bar is an ideal place to celebrate, or even, to lament your Unsuccessful hot tip.
For food on the go, there is a food court on the ground floor of the Enpress stand.
To sample corporate style hospitality, in the Grace Grandstand, race goers can pay a supplement to enjoy the luxury and hospitality of the Upgrade Suite.
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Disabled facilities:
There are disabled parking spaces available to blue badge holders.
The Grandstands are both accessible to wheelchair patrons, and designated viewing facilities are available at the front.
There are specialist toilet facilities in the main enclosure.
Fixtures:
All race meetings at Towcester are run under National Hunt rules.
Wednesday 08 October.
Sunday 26 October.
Thursday 06 November.
Sunday 23 November.
Saturday 29 November.
Friday 26 December.
TRANSPORT LINKS.
By Road:
Towcester town centre is on the junction of the A43 and the A5, with the racecourse being adjacent to the A5, and one mile south east of the town centre.
Traffic from the M1 should exit at junction 15A, and head for Towcester town centre, thereafter following the signs to the racecourse.
Car parking at the racecourse is free of charge.
By Rail:
There is no railway station in Towcester. The nearest stations are Northampton, 9 miles, and Milton Keynes, 11 miles.
Northampton has direct connections with London Euston, and Birmingham New Street. While Milton Keynes Central railway station offers direct connections to London Euston, Birmingham New Street, and Manchester Piccadilly.
Both stations have taxi ranks.
By Bus:
National Express coaches operate into Northampton, and Milton Keynes.
The Stagecoach 88, X88 bus service runs between Northampton and Towcester, Monday to Saturday.
By Air:
Luton Airport is around 32 miles from Towcester.
Subject to prior arrangement, helicopters may land on the racecourse.
CONTACT DETAILS.
Address:
Towcester Racecourse Company Ltd,
Towcester Racecourse,
London Road,
Towcester,
Northamptonshire,
NN12 6LB.
Tel No: 01327 35 34 14.
Fax No: 01327 35 85 34.
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ACCOMMODATION.
Holiday Inn Northampton West.
Tel no: 01604 622 777.
Located in a very pleasant village just beyond the Northampton town boundary, the Holiday Inn Northampton West is only five minutes drive from junction 16 of the M1, and a maximum of fifteen minutes from Towcester Racecourse.
The hotel has 53 en suite guest rooms, including; well appointed standard rooms, enhanced executive facilities, and 2 rooms especially adapted for guests with low mobility. All of the hotel’s guest rooms provide remote controlled television with satellite channels, high speed internet access, and the various room amenities guests have come to expect from a quality hotel. For the guests who are seeking a little luxury during their stay, the executive rooms are larger, and include many extras,such as; king size beds, complimentary dressing gown and slippers, mini bar, morning newspaper, etc.
The air conditioned Flore Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals in a light, and airey contemporary setting. Using the highest quality local produce, the hotel serves mouthwatering traditional cuisine, whereas our wine list offers our guests a selection of quality wines from all over the world. For visitors who prefer a bar meal, the hotel’s Lounge Bar is the ideal venue to relax and chat over a light bite and drink. If guests wish to work off the few extra pounds they may have gained during their stay, residents have daily access to the hotel’s recently refurbished Health and Fitness Centre.
For further details on the Holiday Inn Northempton West, or to book directly, use the link below.
http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hotel/ormmj?_requestid=221424
