Bangor On Dee Races

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Since 1859, there has been jump racing at the Bangor on Dee Racecourse - with the whole area steeped in racing history. The course boasts that all the greatest jump jockeys have ridden there, with the top jump jockeys of today regularly paying the Bangor On Dee Races a visit, as well as all the up-and-coming Grand National jumpers testing their skills on the course. Overlooked by the Welsh hills, the Bangor On Dee Races boasts spectacular jumps on a left-handed course, set in an unspoilt countryside setting. It is unique in the fact that it is the only racecourse in the country that does not have a grandstand - but this is clearly not a hindrance to the Bangor On Dee Races racegoers, as due to the shape of the course and the countryside there is a "natural amphitheatre" formed by the banks of grass. These banks are the main viewing areas for punters - but the racecourse is hardly basic and offers many permanent facilities for racegoers to enjoy. There is no set season at Bangor, with races run over the course of the year - 14 fixtures in total spanning all the four seasons. There is plenty of permanent shelter in poor weather, as well as the unique charm of the grass viewing banks providing a setting in the summer ideal for picnics. The main event at the Bangor On Dee, the Dee Festival take place in September every year. The jump racing for the festival usually begins in the middle of September, with Flat racing offered the following day at the nearby Chester County Concourse, which is Bangor's 'sister course'.

Bangor On Dee Races Information

The course at Bangor on Dee is a National Hunt course. It is left-handed, sharp and flat and offers a long run-in. In total the circuit is 1m4f. Children under the age of 16 accompanies by an adult are admitted free into all the enclosures at Bangor, and although there is no official enforced dress code at Bangor On Dee, it is advised to dress smart casual. There are two enclosures at Bangor - the Paddock and the Course enclosures. The Paddock Enclosure allows racegoers to view the horses in the winners' enclosure, the pre-parade ring and the parade ring. It also offers panoramic views all over the racetrack and the countryside. There are two restaurants, and many private hospitality suits as well as less formal food, drink and betting facilities. The Course Enclosure is less formal than the Paddock Enclosure, and picnics are permitted as well as BBQs. Gazebos are also welcome, with gazebo areas at £5 per gazebo.

Getting There

By car and from the South, take the M6 to M54, then the A41 to Whitchurch and the A525 to Bangor On Dee. From the North take the M56 from Manchester before the M53 to Chester and the A483 to Wrexham. The nearest train station is Wrexham, with Shrewsbury and Chester also close by. There is a free bus service on offer on race-days that runs from Wrexham station before the first race begins, returning at the end of the day. Be aware that rail passengers will take priority on this service, so keep all rail tickets as proof of travel.