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Ladies Day featuring Bananarama
Thursday 22 June 2023
Ladies Day featuring Bananarama
Thursday 22 June 2023
Join us for our quintessential English summer raceday. We have a sensational day lined up for you, with the unrivalled excitement of live racing and world-class entertainment including a live performance from Bananarama and a Gok Wan DJ set!
Bananarama are the most successful female band of the 1980s, with top hits including “It Ain’t What you Do” (1982), “Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye” (1983) and a U.S. number one with a cover of “Venus” (1986 which was also a top-10 hit in the UK.
Our biggest Ladies Day yet promises all of the excitement you know and more… Why not indulge in some of our exquisitely crafted hospitality, place your bets and immerse yourself in electrifying horseracing, dance in the brand new Hedkandi Garden, drink champagne and finish the day with an iconic concert.
We've curated a variety of special packages, and with limited hospitality tickets remaining we'd advise you to book sooner rather than later!
Please note that tickets need to be purchased in advance and will not be available at our ticket office on the day.
Choose your Experience
Membership
Ladies Day Admission
Join us for another incredible Ladies Day at Chelmsford City Racecourse! Make sure you…Read more
Join us for another incredible Ladies Day at Chelmsford City Racecourse! Make sure you don’t miss Essex’s most glamorous day out with an incredible summer afternoon of fashion, food, fun and the excitement of live racing and a world-class concert!
Included with this package:
- Admission to racecourse grounds for racing and concert
- Access to a variety of bars and our Street Food Village
- Access to Hedkandi Garden
- Free car parking
Tipsy Tea
Our famously fabulous Tipsy Tea is back! Join us for this unique and quintessentially English…Read more
Our famously fabulous Tipsy Tea is back! Join us for this unique and quintessentially English raceday experience set adjacent to the Parade Ring. A wonderfully crafted afternoon tea has been created for you featuring gourmet finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and Tiptree jam accompanied by a selection of cakes, teas and coffee. Also indulge in two glasses of English sparkling wine to add an extra bit of fizz to an already sparkling day!
Follow up this atmospheric racing affair by heading over to the premium viewing area for our Ladies Day concert to complete an incredible day at the races!
Included with this package:
- Admission to racecourse grounds for racing and concert
- Access to Grandstand including Champagne Bar, Sports Bar and Grill Kitchen
- Access to the premium viewing area, bar and toilets for concert
- Access to a variety of bars and our Street Food Village
- Access to Hedkandi Garden
- Access to Tipsy Tea enclosure, garden and bar
- Two glasses of finest English sparkling wine
- Afternoon tea
- Selection of teas and coffee
- Tipster talk with racing personality
- Racecard
- Table reservation for the day
- Table service
- Early admission
- Tote betting facilities
- VIP toilets
- VIP car parking
Parade Ring Marquee
Perfectly located on the Parade Ring, this is the ultimate package for those who love their…Read more
Perfectly located on the Parade Ring, this is the ultimate package for those who love their racing and want to experience the excitement of horseracing on Ladies Day. Enjoy a terrific three course gourmet buffet, unrivalled views of the Parade Ring and immerse yourself in all of the pre-race action. Watch the horses make their way to and from the track from this charming marquee and private lawn.
This immersive racing experience is complete with a run through the card from a special racing personality and £10 betting voucher to make the most of your exclusive tips!
Included with this package:
- Admission to racecourse grounds for racing and concert
- Access to Grandstand including Champagne Bar, Sports Bar and Grill Kitchen
- Access to the Gold Circle premium viewing area, bar and toilets for concert
- Access to a variety of bars and our Street Food Village
- Access to Hedkandi Garden
- Access to the Parade Ring Marquee and private lawn
- Welcome glass of champagne
- £10 betting voucher
- Tipster talk with racing personality
- Gourmet three course summer buffet
- Afternoon cheese buffet
- Selections of teas and coffee
- Racecard
- Entry to prize draw for race presentation and champagne in Winning Connections
- Table reservation for the day
- Table service
- Early admission
- Tote betting facilities
- VIP toilets
- VIP car parking
The Orchard
This booking is for 8 guests only.
Introducing The Orchard! Be the first…Read more
This booking is for 8 guests only.
Introducing The Orchard! Be the first to experience our new luxury hospitality space this Ladies Day. Enjoy our first-class racing on the big screens or choose to venture out and explore the extensive grounds and Grandstand. For those that want to get the party started earlier, make your way to the Hedkandi dance garden which will be open throughout the afternoon.
Where this space really shines is during the after-racing entertainment. The area boasts exceptional views of the stage and provides a truly VIP concert experience. The private bar will continue to operate throughout the evening, and you will also have access to the premium viewing area if you want to experience the concert front and centre.
The Orchard package includes a simply heavenly hamper which includes a selection of gourmet picnic delights including the best British meats and cheeses, the likes of which could be found in a delicatessen. The hamper also includes traditional British dessert such as Eton mess and scones with jam and clotted cream as well as a half-bottle of Prosecco per person.
Included with this package:
- Admission to racecourse grounds for racing and Bananarama concert
- Access to Grandstand including Sports Bar and Grill Kitchen
- Access to the Premium viewing area, bar and toilets for concert
- Access to a variety of bars and our Street Food Village
- Access to Hedkandi Garden
- Access to The Orchard marquee and lawn
- Seating available
- Private garden
- ½ bottle of Prosecco per person
- Picnic hamper
- Racecard
- Early admission
- Betting facilities nearby
- VIP toilets
- VIP parking
Queen Charlotte Marquee
Experience the best views of the racing from our outstanding Queen Charlotte Marquee. This…Read more
Experience the best views of the racing from our outstanding Queen Charlotte Marquee. This marquee provides views all the way around the bend as they turn for home and up to the finishing line. Complete with a grand terrace, bar and private lawn, this is the ultimate spot to enjoy your racing from.
Begin your Ladies Day with a specially crafted champagne and canapé reception and take in the sights of this spectacular location before enjoying an exceptional three course set menu created by our Executive Chef whilst you feel the rush of the horses galloping right in front of your eyes…
Included with this package:
- Admission to racecourse grounds for racing and concert
- Access to Grandstand including Champagne Bar, Sports Bar and Grill Kitchen
- Access to the Gold Circle premium viewing area, bar and toilets for concert
- Access to a variety of bars and our Street Food Village
- Access to Hedkandi Garden
- Access to the Queen Charlotte Marquee with trackside viewing of the racing from a private terrace on the home straight
- Champagne and canapé reception
- Three course set menu
- Half bottle of wine
- Afternoon cheese buffet
- Selection of teas and coffee
- Racecard
- Table reservation for the day
- Table service
- Early admission
- Tote betting facilities
- VIP toilets
- VIP car parking
This booking is for 10 guests only.
Synonymous with spectacular entertainment, enjoy our ever-popular Summer Marquee on
Ladies Day! This central marquee and garden is situated nearby to the Parade Ring and
Grandstand and boasts fantastic elevated views of the stage, perfect for a summer’s day of racing and live music.
The Summer Marquee package includes a welcome glass of sparkling wine, a three course selection of summer cuisine, selection of wines and beer followed by an afternoon cheese board to create a first-class raceday experience.
Included with this package:
- Admission to racecourse grounds for racing and concert
- Access to Grandstand including Champagne Bar, Sports Bar and Grill Kitchen
- Access to the Gold Circle premium viewing area, bar and toilets for concert
- Access to a variety of bars and our Street Food Village
- Access to Hedkandi Garden
- Access to the Summer Marquee with superb views of the concert stage from private terrace
- Welcome drink
- Gourmet three course hot and cold summer buffet
- Afternoon cheese buffet
- Wine, beer and soft drinks included throughout racing
- Selection of teas and coffee
- Racecard
- Table reservation for the day
- Table service
- Early admission
- Tote betting facilities
- VIP toilets
- VIP car parking
Plan your visit

RESTAURANTS & BAR
Celebrate your race days with a dining experience tailored to your tastes. Enjoy panoramic views and fine à la carte dining at The Club Lounge and Restaurant, savour a wide selection of delicious meat and seafood at The Fairwood Brasserie, or grab a quick bite at our trackside bar, The Grill Kitchen. No matter the occasion, we have something for everyone. For information on visit Dining

DRESS CODE
Our dress code depends on what event you are attending visit What to Wear to The Races – Race Day Dress Code to find out more