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Raceday Experience Essex
Maximum seated capacity of 850
Most popular room layouts are 10 per table
Private betting facilities available
We have two dedicated restaurants, and kitchens in our 7 other on-site venues
Raceday Experiences at Chelmsford City Racecourse
There is nothing quite like a day at the races and the racecourse prides itself on its award-winning customer service and attention to detail. Each marquee offers a unique experience for our racedays but our most popular is our Queen Charlotte Marquee which offers guests a view of the final stretch of the race, perfect for that one of a kind experience.
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 Experience
Chelmsford City Racecourse offers an exceptional venue for private raceday entertaining, combining the thrill of horseracing with exclusive hospitality. Such as a choice of buffet style food and course style meal made up of starters mains and desserts.
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 have the space to do what they want in-between racing including like previous guests, auctions, award ceremonies and live music.
Our Queen Charlotte Marquee is the most popular marquee for raceday entertaining as it offers a trackside viewing of the final stretch. With built in kitchen facilities we can offer a wide selection of menus from a buffet dining to a 5 course tasting menu and everything in between.
For events of a grander scale our Summer Marquee is perfect for seated dinner of up to 850 guests and a luxury private race day experience
For more information on what we have to offer click the button below to view our brochure.
The Most Flexible Venue in East Anglia
Chelmsford City Racecourse provides a thrilling and versatile setting for raceday entertaining, perfect for impressing clients, celebrating with colleagues, or fostering team spirit. With our convenient location, customisable spaces, and exceptional service, we ensure that every corporate event becomes a memorable experience. Let us help you create an unforgettable raceday that will leave a lasting impression.
If you are interested in our raceday entertaining be sure to contact using the button below. Any questions be sure to look at our FAQ section or phone us on 01245 360300.
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 private wraparound trackside terrace for you and your guests to enjoy the racing.
Yes, when hiring one of our marquees on a raceday this is exclusive for you and your guests.
To hire a marquee on a concert day please discuss this with our events team regarding availability. When we hold entertainment after racing this would be included in your package for you to enjoy.
Everyone had a great time
On behalf of Taylor, myself and Redrow Eastern, HUGE thanks for all your support with our event yesterday. Everyone had a great time and we’ve raised some much-needed funds for EHAAT. All your team across the board, were really helpful.
★★★★★Claire Winterflood
Redrow Homes