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you will want to come back again. And again.. At Downpatrick, we want to ensure your raceday experience with us special. We want you to have such a good time that From the moment you arrive at our turnstiles, you will notice just how much we really do care, and our warm welcome is extended throughout our premises. With ten racedays, all themed differently, you wont have long to wait for the raceday you want. Racing first took place in Downpatrick in 1685 and so the tradition continues. And, we have improved considerably. Great Racing, enhanced facilities combined with our unique friendly atmosphere we want you to enjoy with us all the things we do. Our hugely popular Family Day takes place this year on Thursday, 13 July and with 20 plus activities for children, free goody bags it s a day not to be missed. Just another tradition we started. Visit us on our new two day racemeeting on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th June. With great racing, music, fashion, fun craic we know there is no place you would rather be. Stay over locally and enjoy Co Down Hospitality, meet old and new friends and come back on day two for repeat visit. Create memories and be part of it. What s more, with approximately 10,000 worth of prizes for our fashion competitions throughout the year we are beginning to turn a lot of heads. Style Sunday (18 June) will see the start of some fabulous fashion competitions - in four different categories. The Most Appropriately Dressed Lady, The Ladies Upstyle Hair Competition, Stylish Hat & Accessories Competition and The Best Dressed Gent Competition. Guest Judges include this years Miss Northern Ireland, Anna Henry and Mr Ireland, Darren King. First and Second prizewinners in each category will receive Golden Tickets directly into the finals on our Ladies Day on Bank Holiday Monday, August 28th. Visit our website and facebook pages to see announcements of the very significant prizes on offer. Prizes that will create even more dreams come true. Come join us and be part of that dream and it could be you Enjoy our Hospitality Options, including Reserved Tables, Full Luncheons, Afternoon Teas, Wine Bars, Music Bars, Private Box Hire see enclosed details, but book early to avoid disappointment. We very much look forward to seeing you during 2017 2
Sunday 26th March Ulster National 2017 12noon 2.20pm OAP/Student - 8 5.20pm Live Music with Ballycoan Pipe Band performing in our Parade Ring before Racing. Face Painting Street Artists Wine Bar Open Parade of East Down Foxhounds Mini Pony Ride Q Radio Superbus Live Music before and after racing with Connor in our Laffy Bar Facilities Be in with a chance to win a luxurious Spatisserie Package at the stunning Slieve Donard Resort & Spa in Newcastle, Co. Down 3 Course Meal + Tea/Coffee Live Music after Racing with The CHANCERS and Laura Johnston from The Xfactor 47.50 + Vat pp Afternoon Tea Available in our prestigious from 27.50 + Vat pp Can be upgraded to include Prosecco! The WKD Most Appropriately Dressed Lady Competition Winner will receive a trip for two to Rome, including flights ( ex Dublin) and three nights accommodation inc. breakfast in the 4* Marcella Royal Hotel Private Box Hire Limited Availability Contact us for more details The Roadstud Installations Ltd 3
Friday 5th May Viva DOWNPATRICK 3.00pm 5.20pm Approx 8.35pm Live Music in the Laffy Bar with The Chancers Wine Bar Open Fork Supper + Tea/Coffee Live Music after Racing with ELVIS TRIBUTE Jim Brown The King 30.00 + Vat pp FullY Booked Private Box Hire Limited Availability Contact us for more details 4
Friday 19th May Friday Nights Alright 3.30pm 5.25pm Approx 8.55pm 2 Course Meal + Tea/Coffee Celebrity Tipster Live Music after Racing with THE CHANCERS 2 Course Meal Tea / Coffee FullY Booked Tickets available from: Kilmore Rec. F.C www.kilmorerecfc.co.uk Live Music in the Laffy Bar after racing with Connor Wine Bar Open Private Box Hire Limited Availability Contact us for more details Corner Inn Crossgar 5
Two Days of Fun Saturday 17th June Two Days of Fun 12noon 2.00pm Approx 5.25pm Éire Óg Fundraiser 3 Course Meal + Tea/Coffee Live Music after Racing TBC Tickets available from: Éire Óg GAC Tel. 077 3848 5998 2 Course Meal Tea / Coffee from 37.50 + Vat pp Private Box Hire Limited Availability Contact us for more details Kick Start A Great Weekend Racing Live Music in the Laffy Bar after racing with The Chancers Marquee & BBQ Open To The Public 6
Sunday 18th June Magnificent Prizes in Our Most Appropriately Dressed Competitions Most Appropriately Dressed Lady Best Dressed Gentleman Winner Alright Ladies Upstyle Hair Competition Most Stylish Hat & Accessories Competition Style Sunday 12noon 2.35pm Approx 5.35pm Live Music after Racing with The Chancers win our Laffy Bar Style Sunday Hospitality Lounge Rekorderling strawberry lime cider sampling experience Posh Nosh Tasting Banquet in a Bowl - Choice of three from our tantilising selection Private Box Hire Limited Availability Contact us for more details First & Second Prize Winner in each category will receive Golden Tickets into the Finals on Ladies Day - Bank Holiday Monday 28th August with significant prizes to be won. Meet Darren King Mr Ireland Early Registration (12.30-3.30pm) for Style Competitions Live Music after Racing with The CHANCERS 25.00 + Vat pp Sponsors Include Ultimate Father s Day Package Admission with complimentary Racecard Feast on a delicious 6oz BBQ burger with trimmings complimented with Molson Coors sampling 5 Match bet voucher Vintage Car Display From 20 pre-booking only Darren King Mr Ireland Miss Northern Ireland Anna Henry 2 Course Meal Tea / Coffee from 37.50 + Vat pp Marquee & BBQ Open To The Public Celebrate Father s Day at Downpatrick Racecourse with OYSTERS & Product Sampling WHY NOT INDEED!! style sunday 7
Thursday 13th July Family Fun raceday Downpatrick Probably The Best Family Funday This Summer 12noon 3.00pm Approx 6.15pm Live Music after Racing with The Chancers in our Top Bar Facility Children s Activities Throughout the day 2 Course Meal + Tea/Coffee 37.50 + Vat pp More than 20 FREE Childrens Activities First 500 Children will receive a FREE Goody Bag ----------------- To avoid disappointment... Pre Book Your Family Admission 20 now Private Box Hire Limited Availability Contact us for more details Sponsors Include 8
Sunday 13th August Keep It Country raceday & Concert & Dromara Destroyers Motorbike Bike Display 12noon 2.15pm Approx 5.15pm Live Music after Racing with The Chancers in our Laffy Bar Keep It Country Concert Race Admission Racecard Access to After Race Concert Jordan O Keefe (Britains Got Talent) & Ritchie Remo Tickets : 22 ( 20 if pre booked and pre paid by 1 Aug) Richie Remo Jordan O Keefe - Britain s Got Talent 2 Course Meal Tea / Coffee from 37.50 + Vat pp Private Box Hire Limited Availability Contact us for more details 9
Monday (Bank Holiday) 28th August Ladies Day 2017 12.30pm 3.00pm Approx 6.20pm Welcome Reception Ticket 20 pp Includes Race Admission Access to the Welcome Reception Marquee from 12.30pm to 2.30pm Live Music Before Racing Complimentary Glass Prosecco Pamela Ballantine 1.30pm Meet Miss Northern Ireland Early Registration Opportunity for Best Dressed Competition Commences 1.00pm Social Photographers in Attendance Limited Availability Pre-Booking Only Hospitality Package 47.50 +Vat pp Includes Hospitality Admission Complimentary Racecard Reserved Table 4 Course Meal Racecard Draws and more... Live Music after Racing from The Chancers Top Level Includes VIP Drinks Reception & High Tea 60 + Vat pp Top Level VIP Hospitality Tickets in our elevated & intimate with direct views over the finish line. Invitation to welcome reception with Prosecco drinks on arrival Four Course Luncheon Afternoon High Tea & Photo Opportunity BOOK Early Miss Northern Ireland Anna Henry Darren King Mr Ireland The Style Awards are FANTASTIC... THE REKORDERLIG CIDER MOST appropriately DRESSED LADY COMPETITION Win A Trip with Flights For Two to Thailand for seven nights. Two Nights in Bangkok and Five Nights in Phuket. Luxury Hotel Accommodation. Trip includes a Complimentary Thai Cullinary Tour. THE HANNON TRAVEL.IE & Emirate AIRLINES BEST DRESSED GENTLEMAN COMPETITION Win A Trip with Flights For Two To Dubai For The Rugby Sevens For 5 Days ( 4 nights) To Include Flights, Luxury Accommodation and Match Tickets THE GILTSPUR SCIENTIFIC MOST STYLISH HAT & ACCESSORIES competition Win A Trip with Flights For Two To Athens, Enjoy your two night stay in the beautiful spa facilities of Athen s most sophisticated hotel, Grande Bretagne with its roof top pool. Trip includes a Culinary Food Tasting Tour. THE DOWNPATRICK RACECOURSE WINNER ALRIGHT LADIES UPSTYLE HAIR COMPETITION Win A Trip with Flights For Two To Croatia, Enjoy your two night stay in a Luxurious Hotel. Trip includes an afternoon sail on a private yacht + A Prize for winning hair salon - 200 Voucher from The Salon Shop Wholesale Downpatrick First & Second Prize Winners in each category on Style Sunday 18th June 2017 will receive Golden Tickets into the Finals on Ladies Day - Bank Holiday 28th August 2017 Contact Us On or book online now infocourse.co.uk 10
Friday 22nd September Get Ready for Autumn Friday 13th October End of Season raceday 12noon 2.00pm Approx 5.30pm 12.30pm 2.20pm Approx 5.40pm Live Music after Racing with Connor in our Top Bar Facility Live Music after Racing with The Chancers in our Top Bar Facility 3 Course Meal + Tea/Coffee Live Music after Racing with The Chancers Private Function 2 Course Meal Tea / Coffee from 37.50 + Vat pp Private Box Hire - Limited Availability Contact us for more details Afternoon Tea Available in our bespoke Tea Rooms from 27.50 + Vat pp Can be upgraded to include Prosecco! **Choice of 2 Sittings 1.00pm & 3.30pm 3 Course Meal + Tea/Coffee Live Music after Racing with TBC Private Function Private Box Hire - Limited Availability Contact us for more details 11
Punters Package 20 - (Minimum 15 persons) 5 Bookmakers Betting Voucher Pint of Beer & Hot Food Voucher Hospitality Packages 30-60 + Vat Reserved Table 2/4 Course Meal, Tea/Coffee Tote & Cash Bar Facilities Live Music & Dancing after Racing Racecard Draws Fundraising Packages Race day Fundraisers are a great opportunity to raise that much needed cash to boost your club funds. We have a choice of options to suit your Club s needs. To organise a Charity or Fundraising Day At The Races package contact for details Corporate Boxes Available to hire accommodation 10-60 persons with great views of all the racing action Race Sponsorship and More... Race Sponsorship is a great way of getting your company noticed, including live television coverage with At The Races, Sky Channel 415. Talk to us about our great value sponsorship packages. We also offer deals for race sponsorships to mark special occasions such as Anniversaries, Birthdays and memorials Contact Us On infocourse.co.uk 24 Ballydugan Road, Downpatrick, Co. Down, BT30 6TE