Racing

Richard Johnson, Donald McCain, Jonjo O’Neill, all names you’d expect to associate with racing’s biggest festivals, yet Bangor-on-Dee is graced with the presence of some major players for every fixture in the calendar.

As the winter season turns to spring, racing at Bangor provides the perfect day out for all of the family with free admission for children and dedicated themed days such as Family Funday, with free entertainment and Ladies’ Day.

In addition to our racing calendar, we are also home to Point-to-Point racing on the inside track of the racecourse. Relaxed, casual and down to grass roots, these fixtures are chargeable by car, creating the perfect opportunity to pack a picnic and even the well-behaved family dog is welcome. Find out more about out fixtures and plan your next day out today.

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Upcoming Events

April 13, 2019 Discovery Day
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April 26, 2019 Additional Fixture Added to the 2019 Calendar
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May 18, 2019 Wrexham Lager Family Funday
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Enclosure Information

Racing at Bangor-on-Dee is an experience like no other. Whether you’re looking for large open spaces or an intimate dining experience, Bangor-on-Dee caters for all occasions. Browse the enclosures below to find out more about individual area offerings on a raceday.

Open Course
from £7

The perfect enclosure for families, a large open space from which to watch the action on the track unfold. Gazebos are permitted in this area in fine weather.

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The Paddock
from £17

Get closer to the pre-amble, post-race celebrations and presentations, the Paddock incorporates the Pre-Parade Ring, Parade Ring and Winner’s Enclosure.

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Hospitality
from £49 (+VAT)

Experience a raceday to remember with a bespoke hospitality package, the perfect opportunity to celebrate a special occasion or sample the best of what a Bangor-on-Dee raceday has to offer.

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Frequently asked questions

Will I need cash to place bets on the day? This year, bangorBet introduced contactless betting and a cashback facility, enabling racegoers to place bets on their card (minimum £5 stake) at designated bangorBet booths. A maximum £95 cashback is available, whilst other bookmakers take cash and will require a minimum £2 bet.

Are there cash machines on site? There is one cash machine in the corridor of the Wynnstay Restaurant.

Will there be access to WIFI? Yes, simply open a browser on your mobile device and follow the instructions to log in to the 02 WIFI on site.

I have an Open Course or Paddock enclosure ticket, will there be somewhere for me to buy food and drink on the day? Food, drink, betting and convenience facilities are all available, with three public bars and various snack outlets to cater for racegoers. All betting areas within the Paddock have refreshment areas and TV screens, so you needn’t miss the action whilst purchasing your refreshments. Picnics... read more

What do I do on arrival? The first race time varies from meeting to meeting. The closer the start, the busier the traffic will be around the racecourse. We advise you aim to arrive about an hour and a half before the first race is due to start. This will allow you to understand the racecourse layout and check out the... read more

What should I wear? For many ladies, dressing up is part of the experience and with 15 meetings over the course of a season, Bangor-on-Dee provides many opportunities to don a new outfit! For ladies, hats are not compulsory, though more and more people are choosing to wear them. Handbags should be large enough to hold... read more

What time should I arrive? Gates typically open around two hours before the first race at 11.30am with earlier opening during the winter months. Please consult our official social media channels on Facebook at Twitter on raceday for confirmation.

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Racing Professionals

Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse is indebted to the support it receives from Owners & Trainers who bring their horses to Bangor-on-Dee and the Press who report on the race days.

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Point to point

Point-to-Pointing is an amateur and exciting form of steeple chasing that takes place on the inside track at Bangor-on-Dee. Many of these races provide the perfect training ground for horses, trainers and jockeys.

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