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Raceday Entertaining
Maximum seated capacity of 700
Most popular room layouts are 10 per table on rounds
Private betting facilities available
Queen Charlotte Marquee is our most popular venue for raceday entertaining
Raceday Entertaining at Chelmsford Racecourse
There’s nothing quite like a day at the races and the racecourse prides itself on its award-winning customer service and attention to detail. Each of our marquees offers a unique proposition.
Whether you’re rewarding staff or entertaining clients with a day at the races or planning a conference or team-building event to boost morale and encourage creative collaboration in your company, we can assist you in planning your corporate event.
Raceday Experiences in Essex
Chelmsford City Racecourse offers an exceptional venue for private raceday entertaining, combining the thrill of horseracing with exclusive hospitality. With its picturesque surroundings and state-of-the-art facilities, it provides the perfect backdrop for hosting an unforgettable event. Guests can enjoy the luxury of private marquees, where they can savor delectable cuisine and beverages while watching the exhilarating races. Professional staff members cater to every need, ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish. Whether it’s a corporate gathering, a special celebration, or a networking event, Chelmsford City Racecourse delivers an unparalleled raceday entertainment experience that leaves guests with cherished memories.
Our Queen Charlotte Marquee sits trackside allowing you to see around the bend and up to the home straight with a fantastic lawn to entertain your guests. The Parade Ring Marquee is an immersive experience with horses walking around throughout the day, which creates a wonderfully engaging race day. The Summer Marquee can seat up to 700 guests and is the perfect venue to combine a corporate race day with a private experience at one of our concerts.
Testimonials
Feedback from some of our recent clients.
All your team across the board, were really helpful.
Claire Winterflood – Redrow Homes
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we can offer private areas for groups of 100+ guests. If your group is smaller than 100, please get in touch with our events team for your options.
Yes, all of our spaces are fully accessible and we have disabled toilets available in both internal and external areas on-site.
Yes, you and your guests will have full site access and can watch all of the action from trackside. In addition to this, our Queen Charlotte Marquee features a large wraparound trackside terrace for you and your guests to enjoy the racing.
Yes the private raceday entertaining area is exclusively for you and your guests.
Yes. If we have post-racing entertainment, you and your guests do have this included in your package.