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Welcome to Worcester
Join us for National Hunt racing at one of Britain's oldest racecourses, where racing has been taking place on the banks of the River Severn since 1718. The Racecourse is situated at Pitchcroft, close to the heart of Worcester, one of the fastest growing cities in Europe.16 fixtures from May to October.
Guide to Facilities
Premier EnclosurePremier admission badge gives you full access to all public areas of the course, plus exclusive use of the Premier Lounge Bar on the first floor of the Grandstand and the Severn Restaurant on the top floor. (Please book in advance to reserve a table.)
Grandstand Enclosure
This enclosure offers Grandstand viewing facilities, access to the track side of the Paddock and Pre-Parade Ring, and use of the Grandstand Bar, both on the ground floor of the Grandstand. There are also a variety of catering units adjacent to the Bookmakers ring.
Centre Course Enclosure
A favourite for families and party bookings. The bar offers a selection of snacks and drinks, or there is the picnic parking area. The Ladbrokes on-course betting shop operates on Saturdays and at evenings meetings.
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Opening Times
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(2009 times)
16 Meetings from May to October.The racecourse will open to the public 2 hours before the start of racing. Please Telephone for details of fixtures or visit the worcester-racecourse web site First race times are subject to change. Please check with Ceefax or the racecourse the day prior to the fixture for up-dates. |
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Admission Charges
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(2009 prices)
Premier Enclosure: £18.00 (£22.00 on 6th June).Grandstand Enclosure: £12.00 (£16.00 on 6th June). Centre Course Enclosure: £7.00. Picnic Parking: £7.00 per Car Annual Membership £150.00. |
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Directions
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By Car: From the north or south - take junction 6 off the M5 and follow the A449 towards Worcester city centre. From the West - the A443 and A44 both offer good access to the city centre. The Racecourse is well sign-posted from all directions. By Rail: Trains run direct from London Paddington, Birmingham, Cardiff, Hereford and Bristol to Foregate Street Station, Worcester, which is just 5 minutes walk from the Racecourse. By Air: Helicopter landings in the centre of the course are permitted only by prior arrangement. Please contact the Racecourse office for further details. The nearest airstrip is Staverton, junction 10 off the M5. |
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Worcester Racecourse Postcode for SatNav: WR1 3EJ |
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Nearby Attractions
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Worcester Cathedral
(1 Mile)*
Worcester Cathedral is England's loveliest cathedral, with Royal tombs, medieval cloisters, an ancient crypt and Chapter House, and magnificent Victorian stained glass. |
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The Elgar Birthplace Museum
(2 Miles)*
The Cottage in which Elgar was born on 2nd June 1857 is in the heart of the countryside he loved, near the Teme valley and facing the Malvern Hills. |
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Spetchley Park Gardens
(3 Miles)*
The Gardens at Spetchley are amongst the finest in the country. Set in lovely countryside 3 miles east of Worcester on the A422 they extend over 30 acres. |
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