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A great day at the races!
Fixtures, special offers and hospitality information
SMALL RACECOURSE
OF THE YEAR –
NORTHERN AREA
2013
2014 Fixture List
FIXTURE / DATE
January
February
Saturday 11th
Christmas Jumper Saturday
Tuesday 21st Mid-Week Racing
FIRST RACE*
LAST RACE*
12.303.55
12.504.05
Saturday 1st
1.004.30
totepool Medieval Day Featuring the totepool Towton Novices’ Chase
Tuesday 18th Mid-Week Racing
1.455.00
March
Tuesday 18th Mid-Week Racing
2.105.25
Friday 28th
Wear a Hat Friday In aid of Brain Tumour Research
2.205.40
April
Sunday 13th
Family Day Featuring the Mascot Gold Cup
2.205.35
Tuesday 22nd
Easter Racing & Community Raceday
2.105.25
Thursday 22nd Mid-Week Racing
2.005.15
May
Thursday 29th (Evening)
Yorkshire Post Ladies’ Evening
5.459.05
October
Wednesday 15th
Opening Meeting In support of Spinal Research
2.205.30
Friday 31st
The bet365 Meeting (Day 1)
1.003.55
November
Saturday 1st
12.353.55
The bet365 Meeting (Day 2) Featuring the bet365 Charlie Hall Chase
Saturday 15th
totepool Day & CIU Annual Charity Day
12.053.25
Wednesday 26th
Countryside Day
12.103.30
December
Saturday 6th
Christmas Carol Saturday
12.103.30
Friday 26th
The Yorkshire Christmas Meeting (Day 1)
12.353.30
Saturday 27th
The Yorkshire Christmas Meeting (Day 2)
12.403.25
*Please note that timings may be subject to amendment
Please refer to our website www.wetherbyracing.co.uk for the latest information.
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STANDARD DAY
FEATURE DAY
FEATURE PLUS DAY
Welcome to Wetherby!
Welcome to an exciting year of jump racing at
Wetherby Racecourse, Yorkshire’s premier National
Hunt Racecourse and home to some of the most
competitive races staged throughout the National
Hunt Calendar.
Experience the thrill of the Steeplechase and enjoy
a great day out with family and friends or entertain
clients in some of the finest hospitality facilities in
the North of England.
Wetherby Racecourse promises you
a day to remember!
IN THIS BROCHURE...
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Fixture Highlights
The Yorkshire
Christmas Meeting
Enclosures and Admissions
Racecourse Map
Premier Enclosure
Paddock Enclosure
Course Enclosure
Early Bird and Group
Booking Discounts
Annual Badge Packages
Special Offer Packages
Pick of the...
Theme Days
Hospitality and Fine Dining
Private Suites
Restaurants
Hospitality Pricing
Race Sponsorship
General Information
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Fixture Highlights
You will find information for all of our 2014 fixtures within this brochure, and while
every day at Wetherby Racecourse provides an exciting day out, we believe some
of our fixtures offer that little bit extra. The highlights in Wetherby’s fixture list come
late in the calendar year, but they are well worth waiting for!
Whilst we try to make sure that badges and tickets are available on the day, these
meetings are extremely popular and occasionally the Premier Enclosure is a sell
out so we would advise booking in advance to avoid disappointment…
DON’T MISS THE ACTION – BOOK ONLINE!
Book your tickets quickly and securely by visiting
www.wetherbyracing.co.uk
Friday 26th and
Saturday 27th December 2014
The bet365
Charlie Hall Meeting
The Yorkshire Christmas Meeting brings people
together. Set in the heart of the Yorkshire countryside,
Wetherby Racecourse provides an exciting and action
packed afternoon’s racing, first-class facilities in which
to spend your day and quality food and drink, much of it
locally sourced within Yorkshire. YOU provide the rest!
Friday 31st October &
Saturday 1st November 2014
This meeting is a significant highlight in the National
Hunt Calendar, and offers a quality two-day race
programme, including two listed races on the Friday
and the Grade 2 bet365 Hurdle and bet365 Charlie Hall
Steeplechase on the Saturday.
The £100,000 bet365 Charlie Hall Steeplechase is
widely acknowledged as one of the most important and
influential early-season trials for top-quality chasers as
they set out on the long road to the Cheltenham and
Grand National Festivals. Previous recent winners of the
race include State of Play, Deep Purple, Nacarat, Weird
Al and Silviniaco Conti.
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The meeting has a real family feel and offers a day when
friends can get together to enjoy the festive season.
Join the Ritual…
Undecided on what to do
after Christmas…!?
Why not “Join the Ritual” and
bring family and friends racing
to Wetherby in 2014. Before
you know it, it will be part of
the tradition of your Yorkshire
Christmas.
Over 20,000 people now attend the meeting which
generates an atmosphere that you simply have to be
part of to fully appreciate.
Jason Maguire & Harry Topper – Winners of the
2013 bet365 Charlie Hall Steeplechase
Our fixture forms part of the Go Racing in Yorkshire Winter Festival,
when all three of Yorkshire's Jumps Racecourses, Catterick, Doncaster &
Wetherby race over four days during the festive period.
For more information please visit www.goracing.co.uk
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Premier Enclosure
Premier Enclosure badges offer racegoers access to the spectacular
Wetherby Millennium Stand, which provides magnificent panoramic views
of the racecourse, as well as covered seating in the grandstand directly
opposite the winning post. Premier Enclosure badge holders have access to
the Marston Moor Bar on Level 2 of the Millennium Stand, which also serves
hot drinks and snacks, the White Rose Restaurant on Level 3 and the White
Horse Mezzanine Bar overlooking the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure.
Premier Enclosure badges also allow access to the facilities that are on offer
in both the Paddock and Course Enclosures, as well as the Saddling Up
boxes, Parade Ring, Winners’ Enclosure and main betting ring.
Standard Day £21.00 |
Feature Day £24.00 |
Feature Plus Day £30.00
Enclosures and Admissions
Paddock Enclosure
Wetherby Racecourse offers racegoers a choice of enclosures, each offering
something different, but all offer facilities for the disabled, tote and bookmakers,
race programme sales and refreshments. A large screen that can be viewed from
all enclosures is on-site for every Wetherby fixture.
Paddock Enclosure racegoers can enjoy the racing from either the covered
Bramham Stand, the comfort of the Bramham Hall or, getting even closer
to the action, by the last Fence in the Home Straight. There are several bars
and food outlets within the Paddock Enclosure, offering a wide range of hot
dishes, snacks and fast food and racegoers also have access to the busy
Parade Ring, Winners’ Enclosure and the main betting ring.
Standard Day £14.00 |
Feature Day £16.00 |
Feature Plus Day £18.00
Course Enclosure
Situated in the centre of the racecourse, the Course Enclosure offers
a great day out for those racegoers with limited budgets. It has views
of the Final Furlong as well as catering and betting facilities.
Access to the Course Enclosure is either via the turnstiles or those
Racegoers who want to take their cars close to the action can do so
by coming in through the “Cars-to-Course” entrance and parking in
the centre of course car park.
Cars-to-Course
Admits 1 car and up to 4 adults
Standard Day
£15.00
Feature Day
£15.00
Feature Plus Day £20.00
You can not book in advance for Course Enclosure
or Cars to Course
Standard Day £5.00 |
Feature Day £5.00 |
Feature Plus Day £6.00
On Sunday 13th April – Family Day, the Centre of Course and Cars to Course pricing is as that of a Feature Plus day
See inside back cover for information regarding car parking, child admission,
disabled racegoer facilities, dress code, OAP and student pricing etc.
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Annual Badge Holders
Don’t miss the action!
If you intend to be a regular visitor to Wetherby Racecourse, then one of our Annual
Badge Holder packages could provide you with a huge savings on the standard
daily admission prices. One single payment will give you entry to ALL of Wetherby’s
fixtures during the season, plus you will receive a host of associated benefits and
offers, not the least of which is FREE entry to a number of race fixtures at other
racecourses throughout the country.
The Annual Badge scheme is operated in line with our ‘traditional’ racing season
from October to May. If you are interested in becoming an Annual Badge holder then
please call into the Administration Office for further information and an application
form will be posted to you towards the end of the summer, in advance
of the race meetings scheduled for October 2014 onwards.
For further information please visit the Administration Office,
call on 01937 582035 or email: [email protected]
Early Bird and
Group Booking
discounts
Why not save money and time with an early bird booking? Your tickets
will be sent to you in the post so you can avoid queuing on the day.
We offer advance booking and group discounts on Premier Badges
and Paddock Tickets.
Visit www.wetherbyracing.co.uk and get 10% off the
total price if you book 1-9 tickets online, or 20% off if
you book 10 or more tickets!
Alternatively call us on 01937 582035 and get 10% off the
total price if you book 10 or more tickets.
Our early bird and group discounts close seven days prior to each race
fixture date. Please visit our website for more information
Our best discounts are available online at www.wetherbyracing.co.uk
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Pick of the...
Our ‘Pick of’ packages, are available on advance
order only and for most of our racedays. They cannot
be purchased at the turnstiles on the day of racing.
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Pick of the Premier
Pick of the Paddock
Premier Enclosure Admission
Racecard Voucher
£8 Refreshment Voucher
£4 Tote Bet
Paddock Enclosure Admission
Racecard Voucher
£4 Refreshment Voucher
£2 Tote Bet
Standard Day
£32.00
Feature Day
£35.00
Feature Plus Day £41.00
Standard Day
£19.00
Feature Day
£21.00
Feature Plus Day £23.00
You can order packages via www.wetherbyracing.co.uk or call us on 01937 582035
Special offer packages
and theme days
Our ‘Pick of’ Packages are available on most racedays
and can be purchased with either Premier or Paddock
admission. They include a racecard, refreshment and
tote vouchers as detailed on the opposite page. These
packages are ideal as a gift anytime of the year; call us for
more information.
We like to add a touch of individuality to every raceday,
but three days in particular stand out as offering
something a little different. Medieval Day, Family Day
and Ladies’ Evening all offer exciting racing and fabulous
entertainment, and are ideal days for new racegoers,
families and group outings. We offer special packages for
all three days as detailed on pages 12-13.
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Medieval Day
Package £25.00 per person
PaddockEnclosureAdmission
RacecardVoucher
£2ToteBet
PintofMead(John Smith’s Smooth or Fosters)
HogRoast(BBQ Pulled Pork in a Bap)
The Battle of Towton, fought during the Wars of the Roses in 1461 is hailed as the
largest and bloodiest battle ever to be fought on English soil. Some 550 years later we
commemorate the event with the Towton Novices’ Steeplechase which often results
in a battle to the finish between such contenders as Goulanes, Wayward Prince and
Weird Al.
SATURDAY
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In 2014 for the first time we bring a real Medieval feel to the day with Living history
re-enactments, battle demonstrations, archery, falconry, live music and much more...
FEBRUARY
SUNDAY
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Family Day
Package £31.50
PaddockEnclosureAdmissionfor2adults
FREEentryforallaccompaniedchildrenaged17andunder
RacecardVoucher
2xChildren’sRacingPacks**
(Souvenir Badge / Activity Pack and Free Ice-Cream Voucher)
Family Day and the going is ‘Soft to Cuddly’ as we feature the Mascot Gold Cup, the
world’s largest organised charity mascot race!
We also have a 7-race jumps card and FREE family entertainment in the Centre
of Course; National Festival Circus, Inflatables, Petting Farm, Barrel Train, Face
Painting and much more..
Mascots Parade at 1.00pm, in the Paddock Enclosure.
Marquee
THURSDAY
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Package
£77.50 per person
£37.50 per person
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ReservedTableinMarquee
ReservedParking
Racecard
TipsterTalk
ReceptionDrink
Canapés
2-CourseHotForkBuffet
CashBar/CCTV/Tote
PremierEnclosureAdmission
RacecardVoucher
GlassofChampagne
SeafoodPlatter*
£2ToteBet
Yorkshire Post Ladies Evening
This fixture marks the finale of our winter Jumps
Season, so join us as we ‘Party in the Paddock’ on
Ladies’ Evening. Sip champagne and enjoy the sound
of the Live Jazz Band or visit the Life & Style Marquee
and be wowed with our fashion shows.
Packages on Ladies’ Evening are not restricted to
Fillies. Colts are welcome to book too!
Best Dressed Lady and
Best Hat competitions
sponsored by James
Brindley Interiors.
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Packages can be purchased by calling the ticket office on
01937 582035 or on the website: www.wetherbyracing.co.uk
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**Additionalchildrenspacksareavailableat£2.20each.
All Special Offer Packages are only available on Advance Booking and are not available on the turnstiles
on the day of racing. No other offers or discounts apply to Special Offer packages. Wetherby Racecourse
management reserve the right to amend special offers and package content without prior notice.
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The ultimate
indulgence...
Private hospitality
suites and packages
Luxurious, private suites are available on the upper
floors of the Wetherby Millennium Stand. Each
suite has a private viewing balcony which presents
a superb panorama of the racing action.
Packages are available for groups of 13-250.
Hospitality and
Fine Dining
Few events compare with the exciting spectacle of a
day at the races and there is no better way to entertain
clients, staff, family and friends than in the style and
surroundings of a first-class racecourse.
The Wetherby Millennium Stand offers the very best in
hospitality with panoramic views that extend beyond the
racecourse and over the Yorkshire countryside.
Whatever the occasion, you will find everything you need
at Wetherby Racecourse. The top quality racing, first class
facilities, the beautiful setting and friendly, professional
management and staff will ensure that your day is a
success.
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MEYRICK PACKAGE
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•3 Course Set Menu or Hot & Cold Fork Buffet
MONTAGU PACKAGE
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•Champagne&CanapéReception
•3 Course Superior Set Menu or
Special Collation Hot & Cold Fork Buffet
•Gourmet Cheeseboard or Afternoon Tea
Our packages include:
•Private hospitality suite with panoramic views
•VIP admission badges
•Reserved car parking permits
•Choice of silver service or informal dining
•Complimentary tea/coffee throughout the day
•Account or cash bar within the suite
•Official raceday programme
•Racing newspapers
•Floral table decorations
•Account bar within the suite
Why not enhance your package with
one or more of our finishing touches?
Drinks packages
•Champagne £10.00+VAT
•Canapés £7.15+VAT
•Cheese Course £8.25+VAT
•Premier Afternoon Tea £7.00+VAT
Unless stated, drinks are not included in the
package prices. We offer a range of options for
your drinks, from account and cash bars, to wine
packages and all-inclusive drinks packages.
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Fine Dining
White Rose Restaurant
Wetherby Racecourse’s White Rose Restaurant
offers an à la carte menu, fine food and excellent
value for money. Situated on level 3 of the Wetherby
Millennium Stand, the Restaurant overlooks the
Paddock Enclosure & Parade Ring.
Racegoers wishing to dine will require a Premier
Badge to access the restaurant, which we advise
you to purchase in advance to guarantee availability.
We recommend that you pre-book a table; however,
tables are available on the day on a first-come basis.
Tables are available for groups of 2-12 guests.
To discuss availability or to make a booking in the
White Rose Restaurant, contact the Racecourse
Caterer, CGC Events Ltd, on 0113 287 6387 or
email [email protected]
Private hospitality & ‘Dine & View’ prices
Dine & View Restaurant
A Dine & View package is an excellent alternative to the larger private suites, offering a private balcony and
panoramic views of the Racecourse. The Dine & View Restaurant is a shared facility located on the upper
floors of the Wetherby Millennium Stand. Private tables are available for parties of 2-12 guests.
DINE & VIEW
See opposite page for pricing
•Reserved private table
•VIP badge & reserved car park permit
•Morning coffee with biscuits
•Four course ‘Grand Buffet’
•Race programme
•Pre-race Tipster Talk
•CCTV & Tote facilities
•Private bar
•Private balcony viewing
Dine & View is not available
on 26th & 27th December 2014
PLATINUM PACKAGE
See opposite page for pricing
Christmas Meeting – 26th & 27th December
•Reserved private table
•VIP badge & reserved car park permit
•Morning coffee with biscuits
•Bucks Fizz reception & canapés
•Four course ‘Grand Buffet’
•Half a bottle of wine per person
•Mineral water
• Race programme
• Pre-race Tipster Talk
•CCTV & Tote facilities
• Private bar
•Private balcony viewing
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MEYRICK MONTAGU DINE & VIEW
Saturday 11th January
£87.00
£112.00
£82.00
Tuesday 21st January
£87.00
£112.00
£82.00
Saturday 1st February
£105.00
£130.00
£95.00
Tuesday 18th February
£87.00
£112.00
£82.00
Tuesday 18th March
£92.00
£120.00
£87.00
Friday 28th March
£87.00
£112.00
£82.00
Sunday 13th April
£90.00
£115.00
£85.00
Tuesday 22nd April
£90.00
£115.00
£85.00
Thursday 22nd May
£97.00
£125.00
£92.00
Thursday (Eve) 29th May
£105.00
£130.00
£100.00
Wednesday 15th October
£95.00
£120.00
£90.00
Friday 31st October
£95.00
£125.00
£90.00
Saturday 1st November
£115.00
£140.00
£105.00
Saturday 15th November
£105.00
£130.00
£95.00
Wednesday 26th November £95.00
£120.00
£90.00
Saturday 6th December
£110.00
£135.00
£95.00
Friday 26th December
£115.00
£140.00
£125.00*
Saturday 27th December
£110.00
£135.00 £125.00* To book...
To discuss availability or to
make a booking for Private
Hospitality or Dine & View,
please contact the Racecourse
Hospitality Team on
01937 582035 or email
[email protected]
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@wetherbyraces
All prices are subject to VAT at the standard rate.
Fixtures and pricing are correct at time of going to
print, but may be subject to change.
* Platinum Package
Prices Excl VAT
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Race Sponsorship
General Information
Race sponsorship has many benefits and is one of the most cost-effective
ways of increasing brand awareness in the sporting arena. We offer both
corporate and celebratory sponsorship packages which can be tailored
to suit individual requirements and budgets.
ABANDONMENT
CASH MACHINE
DISABLED RACEGOERS
As a racecourse which operates
throughout the Winter months,
Wetherby fully appreciates the risk
that the weather can occasionally
pose to a race meeting.
A Cash Machine is located in the
lobby of the Old Members Stand side
entrance, and in the Bramham Hall,
both of which can be accessed from
the Paddock & Premier Enclosures.
There is no cash machine facility
within the Course Enclosure. Tote
betting kiosks also offer a ‘Cash
Back’ facility.
If a disability requires a racegoer
to be accompanied to, and at the
races, by a registered carer, one
complimentary admission will be
provided for the carer at the entrance
on the day. Facilities for the disabled
racegoers are provided in all of our
Enclosures.
A typical sponsorship package includes:
• Personalised race title
• Full colour racecard advertising
• Publicity in the national and regional media
• On-course publicity on the day, via the PA, CCTV and banner sites
• Television coverage via Racing UK
• On-course promotional opportunities on the day
• Opportunity to judge the Best Turned Out Horse in the parade ring prior to your race
• Present a memento to the winning owner in the winners’ enclosure
• Celebrate the success with the winning connections
• Receive a photograph of the presentation and a DVD of your race
Contact us for more information or to request a detailed quotation.
Call 01937 582035 or email [email protected]
Therefore, the Company believes
it is fair to everybody concerned
that, with respect to charges, a clear
abandonment policy is adopted. The
Wetherby Steeplechase Committee
Limited abandonment charges are
as follows:
Before the 1st race – Full Refund
Before the 3rd race – 50% Refund
After the 3rd race – No Refund
In the event of abandonment, no
refunds will be issued on the day. All
refund applications must be claimed
in writing to the racecourse office
within 14 days of the date of the
meeting. Please return your tickets or
badges, with the name and address
of who is to receive the refund and
provide details as to how they were
originally purchased.
CAMERAS
Amateur photography is permitted
on the Racecourse in all areas
normally open to the public. Flash
photography is not permitted in any
circumstances.
CHILDREN
All children aged 17 years of age and
under must be accompanied by an
adult and are admitted FREE to all
Enclosures. Tickets or badges are
not required. Proof of age may be
requested.
Additional entertainment is provided
at selected fixtures throughout
the season. Please contact the
Racecourse office for more
information.
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CAR PARKING
Car parking is provided within the
Racecourse grounds and is FREE of
charge. Directional parking signage
is displayed and car park attendants
are on hand to assist you. Racegoers
can also pay to park in the centre
of our course. Our ‘Cars to Course’
admission allows one car and up to 4
adults entry to the Course Enclosure.
COACH PARKING
Parking for coaches is FREE and
provided within the Racecourse
grounds. Complimentary Paddock
admission will be provided for drivers
who present their Manifest to the
main turnstile. (One admission per
coach).
CONCESSIONS
Students receive a £3 discount
into the Paddock Enclosure on
presentation of a valid photographic
ID card.
Racegoers aged 65 and over receive
a £3 discount into the Paddock
Enclosure or can access the Course
Enclosure at half-price. Proof of age
may be requested.
DRESS CODE
Wetherby does not operate a
formal dress code in any of the
Enclosures. Racegoers who wish to
use the Premier Enclosure are kindly
requested to wear smart casual
clothing.
More information is available online at
www.wetherbyracing.co.uk
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS
Are offered on advance and group
purchases into our Paddock or
Premier Enclosures. The best
discounts are offered on-line and
close 7 days prior to the fixture date.
Check the website for discount
closing dates.
SHUTTLE BUS
For many of our busier meetings a
FREE shuttle bus service is operated
before and after racing, between
Wetherby Town Centre and the
Racecourse. Visit the website for
dates and timings.
OPENING TIMES
For the majority of all our fixtures, the
gates and all facilities open 2 ½ hrs
in advance of the first race. However,
we may open earlier for busy fixtures.
Opening times can be viewed on our
website.
DOGS
Dogs (except registered guide dogs)
are not allowed into any of our
Enclosures on racedays
PICNICS
Racegoers are welcome to bring
picnics into any of our Car Parks
including the Cars to Course car
park. No food or drink is permitted
into any of the Enclosures.
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How to Find Us
Wetherby Racecourse & Conference Centre is located just
minutes from Junction 46 (Wetherby Services) on the A1(M).
Our postcode for your Sat Nav is LS22 5EJ.
The Racecourse offers acres of FREE public car-parking.
Design by www.bivouac.co.uk
If you want to know more about rail and bus links, please
visit www.wetherbyracing.co.uk
Wetherby Racecourse & Conference Centre
more than just racing...
BANQUETING / CHRISTMAS PARTIES /
CONFERENCES / EXHIBITIONS / OUTDOOR
EVENTS / SHOWGROUND / WEDDINGS
Contact the Racecourse on 01937 582035
or visit www.wetherbyracing.co.uk
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The Wetherby Steeplechase Committee Limited
The Racecourse York Road Wetherby West Yorkshire LS22 5EJ
Tel: 01937 582035 Fax: 01937 588021 www.wetherbyracing.co.uk