How many spectators are at Chester races?
How many spectators are at Chester races?
In 2019, its 15 meetings, all on the Flat, attracted a total of 240,541 racegoers, an average attendance of 16,000 for every card, while the reported crowds for the three-day May Festival were 15,340, 15,148 and then 22,926 for the Chester Cup on Friday.
Do you have to wear a suit to Chester races?
Gentlemen are required to wear a well-tailored suit or a blazer with smart trousers, together with a shirt, collar and tie. Ladies are required to wear smart dress. No denim jeans of any colour, no trainers, no shorts, no sportswear and no fancy dress will be permitted.
What happened at Chester races?
After racing at Beverley was abandoned on Wednesday after four races and Friday’s evening fixture at Haydock suffered the same fate after just two races due to horses slipping, Chester was forced to abandon after four races when Humanitarian slipped and fell on the home turn in the 7½f handicap.
When was Chester Racecourse built?
Established in 1539, Chester is the oldest racecourse still in operation in the world. During the Roman occupation of Britain, most of the modern sixty-five-acre site of Chester Racecourse was not even dry land.
Can you wear a polo shirt to the races?
If you’re going on a big race day and don’t want to dress up, stick with a comfortable pair of pants and polo shirt. That goes for ladies and gentlemen.
Do you have to wear a hat to ladies day?
For ladies, formal day wear is required, which can include a formal day dress or a tailored trouser suit, with a hat or substantial fascinator.
Can you smoke at Chester races?
No person under the age of 18 is permitted in the Winning Post enclosure at any time. f) Betting and the consumption of alcoholic beverages by Racegoers under the age of 18 are strictly prohibited. g) Cigarettes (including e-cigarettes) shall not be used in designated ‘no smoking’ areas of the Racecourse.