Doncaster Races

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For centuries, race days held at Town Moor have been drawing large and appreciative crowds, which have earned Doncaster a reputation as one of the finest racecourses to be found in Europe, and most certainly the best place for horse racing in Yorkshire. It is estimated the course at Town Moor dates right back to the year 1776, traditionally beginning 'on turf' Britain's Flat Season, which starts in March, and bringing it to close again in November. The Doncaster Races are home to the world's oldest Classic race, the Ladbrokes St. Leger, which is the main feature of Doncaster's four-day festival held in September. Recently the Doncaster Races has been the subject of a huge £34 million redevelopment, which has allowed racegoers to enjoy more modern and exciting facilities and experiences at the venue. Most noticeable new features include an impressive five story grandstand. This grandstand, the new "Urban-i Stand", includes a huge range of catering outlets, luxury dining areas and bars, as well as private hospitality suites. Doncaster is one of the busiest racecourses' in the country, and boasts many fixtures per year, but it is not only racing that is held at Doncaster - a new world-class conference and exhibition centre has been added as part of the redevelopment which, like Doncaster, is within easy reach of four international airports.

Doncaster Races Information

The track at Doncaster is left-handed and pear-shaped, and covers around 1miles and 7½ furlongs. The course is mostly flat, with areas for both flat racing and National Hunt racing. The St Leger Race, arguably Doncaster Races most famous race, was named after Lieutenant Colonel Anthony St. Leger. The first St Leger Race was run on Cantley Common in 1776, and wasn't relocated to Doncaster Racecourse (often known as Town Moor) until the year 1779. It is the world longest and oldest classic race - running over a total distance of 1 mile, 6 furlongs and 132 yards. All children ages 16 or under have free entry to the Doncaster Races, when accompanies by an adult. As well as the Doncaster Races, the course also provides a variety of entertainment and attractions to appeal to the young and old alike - such as jugglers, bands, fairground rides and face-painting. There are five cash points available at the course, all located at the Ground Floor Level. During the popular St Leger Festival there will be more cash points available.

 Getting There

Getting to the Doncaster Races is easy, as it is situated in the very heart of the UK and within easy reach of many international airports, as well as rail and road links, meaning it us well suited for both national and international visitors. If travelling by car, there are links to the course from the motorway networks, such as the M1 at junction 32, the M18 at junctions 3/4, the A1M at junction 36 and the M62. By rail, the course itself is only two and a half miles from Doncaster Train Station, which is situated on the main London to Edinburgh line. A shuttle bus is available on race-days to transport race goers to and from the station. The new Robin Hood airport, close to the Doncaster Races, provides a convenient service if travelling by air.