1st July 2025

Queen Charlotte Stakes

The Queen Charlotte Stakes is one of our top premier days in our racing calendar, and is an unmissable event for all the family. Get your tickets now to avoid disappointment.

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1st July 2025

Queen Charlotte Stakes

This prestigious event, has become a highlight of our racing calendar, drawing thousands of racegoers.

The Queen Charlotte Stakes, royally approved by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, is Great Britain’s most valuable listed flat race. The Queen Charlotte Stakes not only celebrates the finest female thoroughbreds but also showcases the rich heritage of horse racing. With £100,000 of prize money for this prestigious Listed race, and a card worth £250,000 you can be sure of excitement and entertainment.

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Good Friday | Chelmsford City Racecourse

10 years of Chelmsford City Racecourse

Autism in Racing

Supporting local children with autism, and as part of our ’10 Years of Community’ we are offering families affected by autism complimentary tickets to enjoy a day at the races in a safe environment.
Partnering with POP Essex, a fantastic local charity who provide ‘SEND’ stay & play and respite sessions for families, our exclusive autism friendly play zone includes areas with sensory activities, soft play, and private terrace to watch the racing.
Please note that tickets for ‘Autism in Racing’ must be pre-booked in advance, will not be available on the day and are subject to availability. For tickets application and eligibility please click here to fill out the application, you can also contact info@chelmsfordcituyracecourse.com or 01245 360300.

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Date	Horse	Jockey	Trainer
2018	Carolinae	Stephen Donohoe	Charlie Fellowes
2019	Billesdon Brook	Sean Levey	Richard Hannon Jr
2020	Miss Celestial (IRE)	Luke Morris	Sir Mark Prescott
2021	Highfield Princess (FR)	Jason Hart	John Quinn
2022	Soft Whisper (IRE)	Marco Ghiani	Saeed bin Suroor
2023	White Moonlight (USA)	Kieran Shoemark	Saeed bin Suroor
2024	Vetiver	David Probert	Andrew Balding

Last Years Winner

Is there a dress code?

Our general admission tickets in most cases provide you with access to the racecourse grounds including the Grandstand and Sports Bar. These areas allow for a casual dress code. However, the racecourse does request that standards are maintained.

We kindly request that you do not wear the following:
• Beach flip flops or backless sandals/shoes*
• Team shirts
• Vests and bare tops
• Swimwear

*Please note that these are not recommended due to the nature of our site and health and safety. If you do wear these it will be at your own risk.

When dining in the Fairwood Brasserie Restaurant, all general admission standards apply with the addition that we ask that you do not wear any form of shorts or trainers.

Find Out More.

What are the timings of this event?

Gates Open – 4:00pm
First Race – 6:00pm
Last Race – 9:00pm

Times are subject to change

How much is the prize money?

The total prize money for this race is £100,000.

Is there free car parking?

Chelmsford City Racecourse provides free car parking and disabled access is available for visitors too. For more information on travel and how to find us, please click here.

How can I get my student discount?

Please select the student general admission ticket. A valid student ID will be required upon arrival.

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