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Thursday Night Racing & The Big Quiz
Thursday 31 October 2024
Schedule
Gates Open | 3:00pm |
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First Race | 5:00pm |
Last Race | 8:30pm |
The Big Quiz | 8:45pm – 9:45pm (in the sports bar) |
Times subject | to change |
Join us for the last Thursday evening racing of October at Chelmsford City Racecourse sponsered by Betfair. Whether you're a racing enthusiast or simply looking for an exciting night out, our Thursday evening event promises an unforgettable blend of sport and entertainment that will keep you coming back for more.
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General Admission
Enjoy the races with your friends or family with General Admission Tickets. Allowing you access…Read more
Enjoy the races with your friends or family with General Admission Tickets. Allowing you access to the racecourse grounds, and to the Grandstand, Sports Bar and Grill Kitchen. You will also have access to fantastic viewing of the racing from the Home Straight Terrace and to the Parade Ring for all the pre-and post-racing action. You will be able to use betting facilities in the lobby or from the bookies outside.
Included in this package:
- General admission
- Access to our Grandstand
- Access to the Sports Bar and Grill Kitchen
- Viewing from the Home Straight Terrace and Parade Ring
- Betting facilities
- Free car parking
Racecards are available to purchase on the day.
A £5 online booking discount has been applied automatically.
Advance ticket pricing is only available until four hours before Gates Open.
Sports Bar Package
Enjoy a reserved table in our Sports Bar and food from our Grill Kitchen. The Sports Bar is in…Read more
Enjoy a reserved table in our Sports Bar and food from our Grill Kitchen. The Sports Bar is in high demand and offers an exceptional indoor location to view the racing. With Tote betting facilities, and easy access to the bookies on the terrace this Sports Bar makes an ideal place for an authentic experience at the races. There are a limited number of packages available and this often sells out weeks’ in advance.
Included in this package:
- General Admission
- Reserved poseur table in the Sports Bar
- Food and drink voucher for the Grill Kitchen
- Viewing access from our Grandstand and Parade Ring
- Access to our Sports Bar & Grill Kitchen as well as the Home Straight Terrace
- Tote betting facilities
- Racecard
- Free car parking
Please be advised that this package can only be booked for four people or more. Tickets and racecards must be collected from the Ticket Office on arrival.
Should you wish any children attending to enjoy the additional benefits of the sports bar package, please ensure you have included them in your sports bar booking, as children pay full price for hospitality.
Fairwood Brasserie
Indulge in an unlimited gourmet carvery in the bistro-style Fairwood Brasserie. The luxury…Read more
Indulge in an unlimited gourmet carvery in the bistro-style Fairwood Brasserie. The luxury buffet comprises four courses of delicious food, prepared with care and attention by our award winning chefs. You will benefit from having table service for drinks and betting; and having access to a private terrace on the Home Straight. The Fairwood Brasserie is enduringly popular, ensure to book this package in advance to avoid disappointment.
Included in this package:
- General Admission
- Access to our Fairwood Brasserie
- Viewing access from Fairwood's private terrace
- Viewing access from our Grandstand and Parade Ring
- Access to our Sports Bar and Grill Kitchen as well as the Home Straight Terrace
- Four-course buffet
- Racecard
- Tote betting facilities
- Tote courier betting available from your table
- Pre-allocated table for the duration of your race day experience
- Free car parking
Please be advised that children are welcome to the Fairwood Brasserie, however, those two years and over are required to purchase a full-priced ticket. Highchairs are available upon request.
Club Restaurant & Lounge
Indulge in a modern-European five-course tasting menu in The Club Restaurant & Lounge,…Read more
Indulge in a modern-European five-course tasting menu in The Club Restaurant & Lounge, Chelmsford City Racecourse’s premier restaurant. The restaurant boasts panoramic views of the racecourse, a stunning bar where you can enjoy aperitifs before your meal. The Club Restaurant & Lounge offers a true fine-dining experience, set to the tune of a grand piano.
Included in this package:
- General admission
- Access to our Club Restaurant & Lounge
- Viewing access from our Grandstand and Parade Ring
- Access to our Sports Bar and Grill Kitchen as well as the Home Straight Terrace
- Five-course tasting menu
- Racecard
- Tote betting facilities
- Tote courier betting available from your table
- Pre-allocated table for the duration of your raceday experience
- Free car parking
Please call for bookings of more than 8 people.
Under 18s are not permitted in this restaurant.
The Club Restaurant & Lounge operates a strict dress code where smart attire is required. Gentlemen are required to wear a collared jacket, shirt and tie and smart attire for Ladies. Trainers and shorts are not permitted.
Any dietary requirements must be detailed when you make your booking, as we will be unable to fulfill requests made on the day.
Students
The races makes for an exciting day or evening out for the whole family! We welcome all children…Read more
The races makes for an exciting day or evening out for the whole family! We welcome all children under the age of 18, free of charge, when accompanied by an adult who holds a ticket. Stand by the parade ring and watch the jockeys mount the horses before racing, and then move over to the track to see the horses thundering up the home straight. Then nip inside the Sports Bar to get some refreshments from the Grill Kitchen before doing it all again! Child tickets are available for collection only.
- General admission
- Access to our Grandstand
- Access to the Sports Bar and Grill Kitchen
- Viewing from the Home Straight Terrace and Parade Ring
Please note that this is an over 18s ticket with collections to be made at the ticket office. Photographic student ID will be required to be shown as proof of eligibility (please note that we do not accept UniDays or TOTUM apps/cards, as proof of student status).