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Racing Abandoned – Season Finale thumbnail image Racing Abandoned – Season Finale 13 October 2023

We are sorry to confirm that following an inspection of the track, racing tomorrow (Season Finale, Saturday 14 October) has been abandoned due to waterlogged ground and the forecast of further showers over the next 24 hours.

2024 Fixture Dates Announced thumbnail image 2024 Fixture Dates Announced 10 October 2023

The 2024 fixture list for racedays at Chester Racecourse has now been announced.

The Lord Mayor’s Fireworks Extravaganza Returns on Saturday 4 November thumbnail image The Lord Mayor’s Fireworks Extravaganza Returns on Saturday 4 November 29 September 2023

The Lord Mayor’s Fireworks Extravaganza returns to illuminate the night sky at Chester Racecourse on Saturday 4 November.

Chester Racecourse Announces Oktoberfest Themed Raceday thumbnail image Chester Racecourse Announces Oktoberfest Themed Raceday 4 September 2023

Oktoberfest is coming to Chester Racecourse, with the world-renowned celebration of Bavarian culture providing a specially themed twist to raceday on Saturday 30 September.

Jordan North DJ Set Rounds off Fabulous Ladies Day Fixture thumbnail image Jordan North DJ Set Rounds off Fabulous Ladies Day Fixture 2 September 2023

Radio 1’s Jordan North played out an energetic DJ set to round off an amazing raceday experience on Ladies Day at Chester Racecourse.

Castle Green Homes Partner With Chester Racecourse thumbnail image Castle Green Homes Partner With Chester Racecourse 31 August 2023

Chester Racecourse has announced a new partnership with Castle Green Homes, the forward-thinking homebuilder with a 35-year heritage.

Racecourse to Host Pantomime Horse Race for Charity thumbnail image Racecourse to Host Pantomime Horse Race for Charity 30 August 2023

Chester Racecourse is to host a race with a difference on Saturday 16 September, with a special fundraiser for the Hospice of the Good Shepherd taking place prior to the main card of racing.

Chester Racecourse Announces Partnership with KingKabs thumbnail image Chester Racecourse Announces Partnership with KingKabs 29 August 2023

Chester Racecourse is pleased to announce a new partnership with KingKabs, the largest taxi company in Chester and Ellesmere Port.

Jason Hart Rides a Double at Fun-Filled Family Day thumbnail image Jason Hart Rides a Double at Fun-Filled Family Day 6 August 2023

Jason Hart rode a double on a fantastic, fun-filled Family Day fixture that saw thousands descend on Chester Racecourse and the Open Course in particular, where a host of entertaining and engaging activities took place for children.

CBeebies Favourites Pinocchio and Friends to appear at Family Day thumbnail image CBeebies Favourites Pinocchio and Friends to appear at Family Day 3 August 2023

CBeebies favourites Pinocchio and Friends will make a special appearance at Chester Racecourse for a fun-filled Family Day on Sunday (6 August).

Radio 1 Presenter Jordan North to DJ at Ladies Day Fixture thumbnail image Radio 1 Presenter Jordan North to DJ at Ladies Day Fixture 26 July 2023

Chester Racecourse is excited to announce that BBC Radio 1’s Jordan North will be playing a headline DJ set at its popular Ladies Day fixture on Saturday 2 September.

Andrew Balding and David Probert Celebrate Big Successes On Clogau City Plate Day thumbnail image Andrew Balding and David Probert Celebrate Big Successes On Clogau City Plate Day 15 July 2023

Trainer Andrew Balding and jockey David Probert celebrated some big successes on Clogau City Plate Day at Chester Racecourse.

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