We are delighted to welcome Owners and Trainers to Chelmsford City Racecourse and fully recognise the vital role they play in the horseracing industry.
RACECOURSE FACILITIES
Situated above the Winning Connections box overlooking the Parade Ring, our Owners and Trainers Bar is reserved exclusively for owners and all licensed trainers.
Serving a complimentary welcome drink and light refreshments throughout the racing, the bar will remain open for one hour after the last race. Tables cannot be reserved.
Since July 2019 we have also provided an additional facility for Owners & Trainers, adjacent to the Parade Ring. This single storey, glass-walled marquee and lawn is fully accessible and provides betting facilities, a bar and racing coverage. The usual welcome drink and complimentary food are also provided here.
Owners and Trainers with runners also have a dedicated viewing area next to the Fairwood Restaurant in the main Grandstand. This facility is easily reached from the Parade Ring, provides excellent viewing of the track and is fully wheelchair accessible. All facilities on offer in the Owners & Trainers Bar are also available in the Fairwood Lounge viewing area.
We also offer discounted packages to all Owners and Trainers wishing to dine in our restaurants. Whilst we retain a number of tables for our Owners and Trainers, our restaurants are very popular and we would encourage booking as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Please contact the sales team on 01245 360300 for further details and to make a booking.
PARKING AND TRAVEL
Owners and Trainers receive free car parking in a dedicated section of the main car park, situated just off the A131. We are also pleased to provide a buggy service from the car park for our guests with limited mobility. For more travel information please click Here
Owners who are Blue Badge holders are requested to call the racecourse in advance on 01245 360300 and we will be able to organise bespoke parking arrangements closer to the O&T facility.
Parking arrangements are subject to change for feature race days and events, you will be notified in advance of any changes.
If you wish to arrive by helicopter please contact the racecourse on +44 (0)1245 360 300.
BADGE ALLOCATION
The PASS system is in operation so normal procedures apply for gaining access to the course. Please use the PASS website at www.rcapass.com to manage your badge allocation and the PASS concierge service. Owners badge requests will not be taken over the phone and must be made in writing, either by email or by using the PASS system.
Sole owners are allocated six complimentary badges. Partnerships and syndicates are entitled to eight badges. In addition, extra badges may be purchased at 50%, but prior notice by calling the racecourse on +44 (0)1245 360 300 for additional badges is always appreciated. Badges can be collected on the day from the Owners and Trainers desk at the main entrance, a PASS card will be required for proof of identification.
For additional badge requests please use the PASS online help desk services or email us direct on info@chelmsfordcityracecourse.com.
STABLING
Our modern, quiet stableyard was built in 2007/08 to the very latest standards laid down by the British Horseracing Authority. We have 125 stables located in a secure yard, with ample room for parking. Paper or shavings are available, though preferred bedding material cannot be guaranteed.
Stable Manager: +44 (0)1245 363 975
GALLOPS
Subject to availability, please book in with the Clerk of the Course, Andy Waitt ahead of time on 07929 915731.
HORSEBOXES
Horsebox entry to the stables is via Moulsham Hall Lane and are signposted on entry.
STABLE EMPLOYEES ACCOMMODATION
PHOTOGRAPHY
We respectfully request that the privacy of others is observed when taking photographs.
Photographs can be obtained from our official photographer, Megan Ridgewell, who captures pictures of all winning horses and connections; both on the track and in the Winners’ Enclosure after racing.
Megan can be contacted by emailing Meganrosephoto@gmail.com or by calling 07584 200553. You can also follow her on Twitter – @Meganrosephoto
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