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The Lord Mayor’s Fireworks Extravaganza Returns to Chester Racecourse on Saturday 5 November! thumbnail image The Lord Mayor’s Fireworks Extravaganza Returns to Chester Racecourse on Saturday 5 November! 23 September 2022

The Lord Mayor’s Fireworks Extravaganza will return to Chester Racecourse on Saturday 5 November!

Last year’s fireworks night at Chester Racecourse saw over 10,000 people visit the racecourse to enjoy the colourful displays and entertaining activities. The racecourse will also be hosting fun activities for the whole family, as well as a range of tasty treats.

Racing Cancelled – 9 & 10 September thumbnail image Racing Cancelled – 9 & 10 September 8 September 2022

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. Chester Racecourse extends our sincere condolences to His Majesty The King, other members of the Royal Family and all those affected.

Renowned Ex-Racing Post Journalist Launches Brand New Book at World’s Oldest Racecourse thumbnail image Renowned Ex-Racing Post Journalist Launches Brand New Book at World’s Oldest Racecourse 6 September 2022

This Saturday 10  September, ex-Racing Post journalist David Ashforth will launch his brand new book ‘Ashforth’s Curiosities of Horseracing’ at Chester Racecourse and in partnership with Tote during the Autumn Festival Saturday race meeting.

Chester Racecourse announce The Boulton Group as title sponsor of the Season Finale thumbnail image Chester Racecourse announce The Boulton Group as title sponsor of the Season Finale 31 August 2022

This Saturday 10  September, ex-Racing Post journalist David Ashforth will launch his brand new book ‘Ashforth’s Curiosities of Horseracing’ at Chester Racecourse and in partnership with Tote during the Autumn Festival Saturday race meeting.

2023 Fixture Dates Announced thumbnail image 2023 Fixture Dates Announced 25 August 2022

This Saturday 10  September, ex-Racing Post journalist David Ashforth will launch his brand new book ‘Ashforth’s Curiosities of Horseracing’ at Chester Racecourse and in partnership with Tote during the Autumn Festival Saturday race meeting.

Chester Racecourse’s Ladies Day to host first female winning jockey thumbnail image Chester Racecourse’s Ladies Day to host first female winning jockey 19 August 2022

This Saturday 10  September, ex-Racing Post journalist David Ashforth will launch his brand new book ‘Ashforth’s Curiosities of Horseracing’ at Chester Racecourse and in partnership with Tote during the Autumn Festival Saturday race meeting.

Bespoke painting by local artist to be given as trophy on Chester’s busiest race day thumbnail image Bespoke painting by local artist to be given as trophy on Chester’s busiest race day 11 August 2022

This Saturday 10  September, ex-Racing Post journalist David Ashforth will launch his brand new book ‘Ashforth’s Curiosities of Horseracing’ at Chester Racecourse and in partnership with Tote during the Autumn Festival Saturday race meeting.

Chester Racecourse announces stellar line-up at Family Fun Day thumbnail image Chester Racecourse announces stellar line-up at Family Fun Day 20 July 2022

This Saturday 10  September, ex-Racing Post journalist David Ashforth will launch his brand new book ‘Ashforth’s Curiosities of Horseracing’ at Chester Racecourse and in partnership with Tote during the Autumn Festival Saturday race meeting.

Chester Racecourse’s Family Fun Day collaborate with Parentfolk to create an all new ‘PlayFest’ experience thumbnail image Chester Racecourse’s Family Fun Day collaborate with Parentfolk to create an all new ‘PlayFest’ experience 6 July 2022

This Saturday 10  September, ex-Racing Post journalist David Ashforth will launch his brand new book ‘Ashforth’s Curiosities of Horseracing’ at Chester Racecourse and in partnership with Tote during the Autumn Festival Saturday race meeting.

Everyone’s Turf: Four Ladies Days in the North West with something for everyone at over 400 horseracing fixtures this Summer thumbnail image Everyone’s Turf: Four Ladies Days in the North West with something for everyone at over 400 horseracing fixtures this Summer 5 July 2022

This Saturday 10  September, ex-Racing Post journalist David Ashforth will launch his brand new book ‘Ashforth’s Curiosities of Horseracing’ at Chester Racecourse and in partnership with Tote during the Autumn Festival Saturday race meeting.

The Deepbridge Polo Series 2022 thumbnail image The Deepbridge Polo Series 2022 27 June 2022

Polo is back at Chester Racecourse for 2022. The Deepbridge Polo Series will take place over two consecutive days.

Chester Racecourse announce Mappin & Webb as title sponsor of Ladies Evening in June thumbnail image Chester Racecourse announce Mappin & Webb as title sponsor of Ladies Evening in June 31 May 2022

Polo is back at Chester Racecourse for 2022. The Deepbridge Polo Series will take place over two consecutive days.

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