The Cotswolds Gentleman
  • HOME
  • LIFESTYLE
  • TRAVEL
  • TASTE
  • THE ROAR
  • COTSWOLD PUB GUIDE
  • TOP LISTS
  • EVENTS
  • JOURNAL

THE INTERNATIONAL: ONE WEEK TO GO

6/12/2019

0 Comments

 
There's no better way to get into the festive spirit than The International meeting at Cheltenham Racecourse on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th December 2019.

Don your Christmas jumpers on both days that will boast 14 thrilling races, including The BetVictor Handicap Steeple Chase and Glenfarclas Cross Country Chase on Friday and The Caspian Caviar Gold Cup and The Unibet International Hurdle on Saturday. 

Racegoers will have the chance of winning on the spot prizes for the most fun and festive jumper and prizes will include a pair tickets to any of the forthcoming race meetings including The Festival™, presented by Magners.  

​Alongside the racing, racegoers will also get the chance to browse the stands in The Shopping Village, useful for those last minute Christmas presents. 

Gates open at 10am on both days, with the first race at 12.10pm. 

www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham/events-tickets/the-international
Picture
0 Comments

BEST PRICE CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL TICKETS DEADLINE

29/11/2019

0 Comments

 
You can save up to 21% on your Cheltenham Festival tickets if you purchase before 10:59am on Monday 2nd December.

The most prestigious and unmissable Jump racing event of the year. The Cheltenham Festival is a bucket list event that captures the nation and produces extraordinary moments to last a lifetime. 

The Cheltenham Festival welcomes the finest horses, jockeys, owners, and trainers to battle it out for the highest racing honours, their reputations and over £4.5 million of prize money.

Enjoy an extraordinary day out with friends and family. From shopping, to live music, to a variety of bars and restaurants available, we are sure you'll have a day to remember while watching world class racing and history being made. 

www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham/events-tickets
Picture
0 Comments

CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY AT CHELTENHAM RACES

25/11/2019

0 Comments

 
The International Meeting at Cheltenham Racecourse is the perfect to entertain clients, friends, and family on the build up to Christmas.

Friday 13th December and Saturday 14th will see Cheltenham celebrating Christmas Jumper Day and encourage all racegoers to don their festive jumper throughout The International meeting.
  
Racegoers will have the chance of winning on the spot prizes for the most fun and festive jumper and prizes will include a pair tickets to any of the forthcoming race meetings including The Festival™, presented by Magners.  
  
Two great days of racing are scheduled to warm the cockles with seven races each day in what will no doubt provide some thrilling action on the course. 
  
It's always a festive Friday at The International as racegoers are treated to the finale of the Crystal Cup. The race concludes a series of unique races across Europe which encapsulates and celebrates the rich heritage of the sport. The 2018 running saw the Jamie Snowden trained Fact Of the Matter win The Glenfarclas cross Country Handicap. Last year’s winner has been over to Waregem this summer where he finished a gallant 5th in the Belgian Grand National, the 6th leg of the Crystal Cup series. Patrice Quinton has been the leading trainer of the series for the past five years, and looks set to take the title again in 2019.  
  
As racegoers return on Saturday, December 14, they will be greeted by Midlife Choir-Sis who will be singing Christmas carols to maintain the festive mood plus there will be performances The Hip Cats around the racecourse.   The feature race of the fixture is the Unibet International Hurdle and stands as a hugely significant race in its own right. It’s also one of the leading trials for Unibet Champion Hurdle in March.   Another highlight for are the two feature races, the Unibet International Hurdle and the Caspian Caviar December Gold Cup. 
  
Alongside the racing, racegoers will also get the chance to browse the stands in The Shopping Village, useful for those last minute Christmas presents. 

Gates open at 10am on both days, with the first race at 12.10pm. 

www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham/events-tickets/the-international
Picture
0 Comments

CHELTENHAM RACES: RACING GOES AHEAD THIS WEEKEND

15/11/2019

0 Comments

 
Following an inspection this afternoon, racing will go ahead tomorrow at Cheltenham for BetVictor Gold Cup Day. 

The racecourse have released a statement explaining that the third last hurdle and fence will be omitted to ensure that horses race on the best possible surface. 

The cross-country course has also been given the green light for the rearranged race on Sunday.

Gates open at 10am on Saturday with the first race at 12.05pm and 11am on Sunday with the first race at 12.45pm. 

You can read the full statement below.

www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham/events-tickets/the-november-meeting/
Picture
Picture
0 Comments

CHELTENHAM RACES: NEW RACE TIMES FOR SATURDAY AND SUNDAY OF THE NOVEMBER MEETING

14/11/2019

0 Comments

 
Cheltenham Racecourse have announced new race times for Saturday and Sunday of The November meeting after the Friday Countryside Day was abandoned due to the weather. 

The Ballymore Novices' Hurdle moves to become the first race on Saturday while the Cross Country becomes the second race on Sunday. 

There will be an inspection at 3pm on Friday to determine whether racing goes ahead.

www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham/events-tickets/the-november-meeting/
Picture
Picture
Picture
0 Comments

JONJO O'NEILL JR: LOOKING FORWARD TO CHELTENHAM

14/11/2019

0 Comments

 
It feels like the season has got properly underway now and I'm really looking forward to getting back on the course this weekend.

I went over to Ireland last weekend to watch some of the pointers, some of which will be going to the sales next week. I went around with Richard Pugh, an auctioneer with Tattersalls which was a great experience and we learned a lot.

I love The November Meeting at Cheltenham. It's the first multi-day meeting of the season, and one where I have happy memories. I rode my first ever Cheltenham winner aboard Palmers Hill in the Conditional's race on the Sunday last year for Mr McManus and dad. 

I'm not sure who I will be riding on Friday. Maybe L'Air Du Vent of Colin Tizzard's who is entered in the Grade 2 Ballymore Novices' Hurdle 2m5f trial. I won his bumper in Bangor last year and he's a very nice horse. So if he goes there it would be nice to ride him. He's very much a work in progress but he could be something really nice.

Saturday, we have Prefontaine running in the Grade 2 JCB Triumph Trial Juvenile Hurdle. He's a bit of a monkey. He unseated me in his first run and was quite sloppy in his jumping on his second time at Fontwell. He really got his act together at Kempton the next time in blinkers that sharpened him up and won quite nicely having made the running. The horse that came second that day has gone out this week and won, so the form looks good which bodes well. This however is a big step up in grade and we will know where we are with him after the race.

Pop Rockstar is also in on Saturday in the 3m3f Grade 3. He's an interesting horse who is on the way up. He has won his last two races at Carlisle and Chepstow and he's a good strong stayer who jumps very well. He could either go for this race or wait until next weekend at Haydock. He's in great form and dad will make a decision with owner Laura Day later this week. He could have the Welsh National in the back of his mind if he goes well in the next couple of weeks. 

I was at Cheltenham on Tuesday morning with Richie (McLernon) schooling over the cross-country fences. The ground was pretty soft and I imagine the main track will also be relatively soft which is to be expected. It could definitely suit Pop Rockstar.

On Sunday, we have a couple of entries in the conditional race. It's a pretty special race for me and it would be amazing to try and win that again.

I'm really looking to getting going again with hopefully no hold ups and a clear run through the season, touch wood" 
Picture
0 Comments

JACK WHITEHALL ANNOUNCES CHELTENHAM MATINEE PERFORMANCE

8/11/2019

0 Comments

 
Cheltenham Racecourse have announced that Jack Whitehall has added a matinee performance to take place before his sold out evening show on Tuesday 26th November. 

The earlier performance will start at 5:00pm in The Centaur at the racecourse and tickets will be on sale on Monday 11th November at 10:00am. 

Visit www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham/events-tickets/jack-whitehall for all information.
Picture
0 Comments

THE BEST PLACES TO REVEL AFTER CHELTENHAM RACES

5/11/2019

0 Comments

 
With The November Meeting at Cheltenham just 10 days away, we have found the best places to go after you leave Prestbury Park. 

​See the full guide HERE.
Picture
0 Comments

PREVIEW: THE NOVEMBER MEETING

31/10/2019

0 Comments

 
Jump season is full speed and it's just 2 weeks until The November Meeting takes centre stage at Cheltenham.

It's the biggest meeting at the course outside The Cheltenham Festival and takes place on Friday 15th, Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th November.

The highlight on the track across the whole weekend is the iconic BetVictor Gold Cup, a Handicap Chase over 2m4f with a prize to the winner of over £90,000.

Recent winners have included locally trained Taquin Du Seuil for Jonjo O'Neill and the hugely popular Splash Of Ginge for Nigel Twiston-Davies. 

Alongside the action on the course, there is a host of awesome things taking place throughout the weekend.

Friday is Countryside Day and lots of country themed events including Sir Anthony McCoy receiving a lesson from double Olympic medal-winning dressage rider Laura Tomlinson in the Parade Ring at 11:45am, as well as a parade by a local hunt and live music from The Lucky 15's in The Guinness Village for Club/Tattersalls Racegoers. 

After racing from 4pm-5.15pm, The Wurzels will be taking to the stage in The Centaur. This is free for Club/Tattersalls ticket holders,

Saturday features more music with The Wickermen playing in The Guinness Village and after racing, Club and Tattersalls racegoers can enjoy live music from The Wandering Wings in The Centaur who will get your Saturday night started with upbeat acoustic versions of classic pop, rock and soul hits.

​Sunday will see the finale of the Pony Racing Authority Racecourse Series, sponsored by Charles Owen. There have been 25 fixtures throughout the season, across a variety of racecourses around the UK, starting at Aintree Racecourse in May.  The jockeys are aged between 11 and 16. The first race will be at 12pm. 

There is a host of family themed activities to enjoy throughout the day and more live music with The D-Day Darlings performing live in The Centaur after racing, free for Club/Tattersalls racegoers. 

Other things of interest:
  • Under 18s receive free entry throughout the whole meeting
  • The Leading Jockey Award sponsored by Ariat
  • Exclusive Art Exhibition. Lee Humphreys, a surgeon at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth, has been looking after jockeys on racedays for over a decade. Over the course of last season, he undertook a project to capture images of those who work at Cheltenham Racecourse, both permanent and raceday staff.  The stunning images have been collated into an exhibition for racegoers to enjoy.

    Lee's photography exhibition will be hosted on all three days of The November Meeting, with donations towards Racing Welfare, who support those who work in the racing industry. 

    ​The exhibition will be held in the Club and Tattersalls enclosure, don't miss out on seeing his outstanding work.

 For tickets and further information, please click here.
Picture
0 Comments

JONJO O'NEILL JR: LOOKING FORWARD TO AN EXCITING SEASON AHEAD

23/10/2019

0 Comments

 
Picture
"The season has already been full of ups and downs already with some nice winners and a couple of injuries. My jaw is now fully recovered after breaking it in a fall in August. I'm really looking forward to an exciting season ahead.

​It was pleasing last Thursday winning on Pop Rockstar. He looks like he's  going the right way and hopefully he can turn into a long distance chaser. Perhaps the Welsh National trial at Chepstow at the beginning of December could be somewhere we go next with him. He's on an upward curve. 

Friday saw our first juvenile winner of the year with Pop The Cork winning at Uttoxeter. He ran well at Perth the first time and has come on well from that. I would say that they will look for another juvenile race for him in November.

Although there were no winners, it was good to get back to Ffos Las on Saturday for their first meeting of the year.

We headed to Kempton on Sunday where Prefontaine won the Juvenile Hurdle. He was a very good horse on the flat and I think the blinkers definitely sharpened him up and there's more to come from him. It was great to get a winner for Paul Smith - his first jumps winner.

It's exciting that Cheltenham is just around the corner. There seems to be a lot of nice young horses entered. Colin Tizzard has some really nice novices', and one or two bumper horses that I rode last year entered up. L'Air Du Vent has a couple of entries at Cheltenham. He is a very exciting prospect and, although I won't be riding, I look forward to seeing him running. 

Also, my younger brother AJ hopefully has his first ride at Cheltenham on Friday on Mustmeetalady so I will be looking forward to seeing him have his first ride over fences. It's great to see him coming back into racing and Cheltenham is a brilliant place to start and I hope it all goes well. I won on Mustmeetalday in the summer at Perth and he should have a good chance and give him a good spin around.

It's nice to see Minella Rocco back on Saturday at Cheltenham. He had a difficult season last year. I've ridden and schooled him in the last couple of weeks. He's been in great form and he likes it around Cheltenham so it's an ideal place for him to start.

Hopefully Carys' Commodity will run in the bumper. He would have probably won with me at Worcester last time when he unseated me halfway up the run in. I'm hoping he can make amends for that, although this is a far better race and possibly the most competitive bumper of the year so far so we will have to wait and see. He's an exciting prospect."
Picture
JONJO O'NEILL JR WITH PREFONTAINE OWNER PAUL SMITH AND JONJO O'NEILL SENIOR AT KEMPTON
0 Comments

KICK OFF THE NEW HORSE RACING SEASON IN STYLE

8/10/2019

0 Comments

 
The National Hunt horse racing season starts this week, and there's just 17 days until the first meeting at Cheltenham Racecouse.

The Showcase, a 2-day meeting on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th October, kicks off the season for many racing enthusiasts here in the Cotswolds. 

In addition to great racing, why not celebrate the start of the season in style with the first ever Cheltoberfest on both days of The Showcase meeting, including live music from The Bierkeller Boys, a range of local real ales, and tips from a racing tipster before racing commences.

For more information and tickets, visit www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham/events-tickets/the-showcase
Picture
0 Comments

THE HOLLOW BOTTOM REOPENS ITS DOORS

7/10/2019

0 Comments

 
The Hollow Bottom in Guiting Power opened its doors again after its shock closure in July. 

The famous 17th century Cotswolds racing pub has been taken over by The Lucky Onion Group, which is owned by Julian Dunkerton. 

​Obviously we went to have a look. The pub's interior looks and feels warmer, and there is still a racing theme throughout. There is, of course, Dunkertons Cider of draft as well as other local ales and lagers.

We also had a bite too. The Ham, Egg and Chips is immense with an orange glazed whole ham hock on the plate. 

hollowbottom.com
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
0 Comments

THE HOLLOW BOTTOM ANNOUNCE OPENING DATE

27/9/2019

1 Comment

 
Picture
It has been announced that The Hollow Bottom will officially reopen on Monday 7th October.

The popular horse racing pub in Guiting Power closed suddenly in July before being bought buy The Lucky Onion Group, owned by clothing brand Superdry's co-founder Julian Dunkerton. 

hollowbottom.com

​Check out the new menu below.
Picture
1 Comment

CHELTENHAM RACES: ONE MONTH TO GO!

25/9/2019

0 Comments

 
There is just one month to go until jump racing returns to Cheltenham for The Showcase meeting on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th October. 

In addition to all the exciting racing to enjoy the racecourse will be hosting its first Cheltoberfest, which will take place in The Centaur both days with music from The Bierkeller Boys. 

The buzz around the course as the gates open is like no other with anticipation for the season ahead. 

For more information and to buy tickets, visit www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham/events-tickets/the-showcase
Picture


​CHELTENHAM FIXTURES 2019/20

​Here are all the fixtures at Cheltenham Racecourse for the 2019/20 season. 

​THE SHOWCASE
Friday 25th & Saturday 26th October 2019

THE NOVEMBER MEETING
Friday 15th - Sunday 17th November 2019 

THE INTERNATIONAL 
Friday 13th & Saturday 14th December 2019

NEW YEAR'S DAY
Wednesday 1st January 2020 

FESTIVAL TRIALS DAY 
Saturday 25th January 2020

THE FESTIVAL™ PRESENTED BY MAGNERS
Tuesday 10th - Friday 13th March 2020
Book your tickets before 2nd December at 10:59am for the best price

THE APRIL MEETING
Wednesday 15th & Thursday 16th April 2020

RACE NIGHT FEATURING HUNTER CHASE RACING 
Friday 1st May 2020
0 Comments

THE McCOYS RETURN FOR A THIRD YEAR

18/9/2019

0 Comments

 
The McCoy Awards return to Cheltenham Racecourse on Friday 27th September to celebrate the outstanding contribution to jump racing at all Jockey Club Jump Racecourses during the 2018/19 season.

The awards, named after Sir AP McCoy, the record-breaking 20-time champion Jump jockey who retired from race riding in April 2015, reflect on the triumphs and the highlights of the season and appreciate all the people within the sport, from the unwavering support of owners to the often unsung dedication of stable staff. The McCoys exist to recognise the individuals without whom this sport would not prosper as it does.

Last year's winners included Harry Skelton for leading professional jockey, Nicky Henderson was leading trainer with over 40 horses, and Tiger Roll picking up the Judges Choice Award for his incredible victory in the 2018 Grand National.

Jump Racing returns to Cheltenham for The Showcase on Friday 25th & Saturday 26th October 2019 and will feature the first ever Cheltoberfest, with live music from the Bierkeller Boys a racing tipster, and Real Ales and Magners Cider will be available in The Centaur. 

Keep up to date with everything at Cheltenham Racecourse on our dedicated horse racing page, The Roar.

​Watch the highlights from last year's awards below.
Picture
0 Comments

THE HOLLOW BOTTOM TO REOPEN IN OCTOBER

4/9/2019

0 Comments

 
The Hollow Bottom in Guiting Power is the latest addition to The Lucky Onion portfolio and will reopen its doors in October 2019.

The pub has always been a huge favourite of the horse racing community and was the scene of celebrations both after Bindaree won the Grand National and when Imperial Commander landed the Cheltenham Gold Cup for nearby trainer Nigel Twiston-Davies. 

Away from racing, the pub's charming rural setting is perfect for a quiet lunch and supper, with The Lucky Onion's lovingly-cooked good food, and the finest ingredients from the around the UK, at the heart of the menus. There's an extensive beer and wine list too.

A beautiful 17th-century Cotswold stone building with excellent country views, The Hollow Bottom will feature The Lucky Onion’s signature design touches around its already existing deep recessed windows, low ceilings and exposed stone walls and timbers.

In the winter, expect a roaring wood-burning fire in the bar. In summer months, you can soak up the sunshine with drinks and food on the terrace.

The Lucky Onion took over ownership after the property closed in July 2019. 

Below is the new Hollow Bottom logo.
Picture
0 Comments

THE WURZELS TO PLAY ON COUNTRYSIDE DAY AT THE NOVEMBER MEETING

29/8/2019

0 Comments

 
Cheltenham Racecourse has got a great combination for racegoers as West Country legends, The Wurzels will be taking to the stage on Friday 15 November after racing on Countryside Day, the first day of The November Meeting. 
  
The Wurzels have got a ‘brand new combine harvester and are giving you the key’ to unlock your evening’s entertainment in The Centaur with West Country legends. 
  
The extremely popular four-piece band, famed for hits such as “I am a Cider drinker” and “The Combine Harvester” will perform in The Centaur after racing for free for all Club and Tattersalls ticket holders. The West Country singers will be part of plenty of countryside-themed activities taking place throughout the day. 
  
From local Hunt Parades, to Silent Auctions, Countryside Day offers a wealth of family entertainment as well as six quality races on offer. The proceeds of this special day shall be split between the Countryside Alliance and Equestrian Team GBR Tokyo2020, to help with expenses in the run up to the Olympic Games. 

The November Meeting is Cheltenham’s largest race meeting outside of The Festival™ presented by Magners, and runs from Friday 15 – Sunday 17 November. The November Meeting Saturday hosts the feature race of the meeting, the BetVictor Gold Cup while The November Meeting Sunday is the famous Family Fun Day with plenty of entertainment, including appearances from the Minions at intervals throughout the day and the D-Day Darlings performing in The Centaur after racing.

www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham/events-tickets/the-november-meeting/
Picture
0 Comments

CHELTENHAM RACECOURSE LAUNCH CHELTOBERFEST AT THE SHOWCASE MEETING

21/8/2019

0 Comments

 
The wait is almost over! The Home of Jump Racing, Cheltenham Racecourse, kicks off the 2019/2020 season this October with its traditional Showcase fixture commencing procedures. The two day meeting takes place on Friday 25th October and Saturday 26th October, 2019. 
  
Each raceday will host seven races, where the UK’s top trainers and jockeys will return to Cheltenham after the six-month summer break. The action on the track is sure to be competitive as trainers target their horses to try and claim their place in the famous Cheltenham Winners’ Enclosure. 
  
In addition to all the exciting racing to enjoy the racecourse will be hosting its first Cheltoberfest, which will take place in The Centaur both days. October is the month that is synonymous with OctoberFest, a Beer-themed event which takes place around the country and the racecourse’s very own is sure to be hugely enjoyable. 
  
There will be a range of local Real Ales and Magners Cider available for purchase on the day, as well as live music from the Bierkeller Boys and a racing tipster before the action commences. Think of lots of tweed, lederhosen and bunting aplenty to fully embrace the Cotswolds / Austrian theme! 

ccess to Cheltoberfest is £15 (in addition to a Club/Tattersalls admission ticket to the racecourse) or £20 on the day. A package including access to both the racecourse and Cheltoberfest costs £40 when booked in advance.
 
Gates open at 12noon on both days, with the first race at 2pm.

For details please visit www.cheltenham.co.uk or call 0344 579 3003 to book tickets
Picture
0 Comments

MARE'S CHASE INTRODUCED TO THE CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL

13/8/2019

0 Comments

 
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) have announced that a 2½ Mare's Chase will be introduced to the Cheltenham Festival from 2021. 

There are currently two mares-only hurdle races run over hurdles at The Festival, Grade 1 Mares’ Hurdle and Grade 2 Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle, but nothing over fences. The race will replace one of the existing 28 races. 

There is also changes taking place to the National Hunt Chase. The Grade 2 four-mile race will now be 2 furlongs shorter and have less obstacles, 23 from 25. It will remain an amateur race but will now include a minimun number of rides and winners for the jockey, and starts for the horse under rules. 

The Festival™ takes place from 10th - 13th March 2020. Watch finest horses, jockeys, owners, and trainers to battle it out for the highest racing honours, their reputations and over £4.5 million of prize money.
​

FULL CHANGES AT THE FESTIVAL
Picture
0 Comments

CHELTENHAM RACECOURSE FIXTURES 2019/20

28/7/2019

0 Comments

 
Before we know it, the National Hunt season will be upon us again. 

It all kicks off at Cheltenham with The Showcase meeting on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th October 2019. 

The exciting two-day meeting sees a host of new racing recruits join the ranks - from trainers and jockeys to future equine stars and sets the tone for what's to come, leading all the way to The Festival presented by Magners in March 2020. 

Here are all the fixtures at Cheltenham Racecourse for the 2019/20 season. 

​THE SHOWCASE
Friday 25th & Saturday 26th October 2019

THE NOVEMBER MEETING
Friday 15th - Sunday 17th November 2019 

THE INTERNATIONAL 
Friday 13th & Saturday 14th December 2019

NEW YEAR'S DAY
Wednesday 1st January 2020 

FESTIVAL TRIALS DAY 
Saturday 25th January 2020

THE FESTIVAL™ PRESENTED BY MAGNERS
Tuesday 10th - Friday 13th March 2020
Book your tickets before 2nd December at 10:59am for the best price

THE APRIL MEETING
Wednesday 15th & Thursday 16th April 2020

RACE NIGHT FEATURING HUNTER CHASE RACING 
Friday 1st May 2020

For tickets and further information about each meeting, visit www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham
Picture
0 Comments

CHELTENHAM RELEASE NEW FESTIVAL HOSPITALITY BROCHURE

10/7/2019

0 Comments

 
Picture
The Festival™ presented by Magners is a world class event here in the Cotswolds.

Today, Cheltenham Racecourse released their new hospitality brochure for The Festival™ 2020 which takes you inside their restaurants and private boxes for a 3D tour. 

From panoramic views to unrivalled dining experiences, Cheltenham offers everything you need to celebrate a special occasion or entertain guests and clients. 

Click HERE to view the brochure

Picture

OUR GUIDE TO THE GREATEST SHOW ON TURF

We are delighted to launch The Roar, the ultimate guide to racing at Cheltenham Racecourse.
0 Comments

ONE DAY REMAINING FOR BEST PRICED CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL TICKETS

4/7/2019

0 Comments

 
Are you planning on heading to the Cheltenham Festival in 2020? You have until 10.59am on Friday 5th July to get the lowest prices on tickets. 

The Festival™ presented by Magners was full of emotion, stories and incredible racing in 2019 with memorable wins for Frodon, Paisley Park and Gold Cup winner Al Boum Photo. 

Visit www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham/events-tickets/the-festival for all tickets and information.
Picture
0 Comments

TWISTON-DAVIES REACHES 1,000 WINNERS

23/6/2019

0 Comments

 
Cotswolds jockey Sam Twiston-Davies reached 1,000 career winners with a quickfire double for trainer Dr Richard Newland at Southwell this afternoon.

With notable successes on The New One, Baby Run and Hello Bud, his biggest win was at the 2015 Cheltenham Festival aboard Dodging Bullets in the ​Queen Mother Champion Chase. 
Picture
Twiston-Davies with Aidan Coleman who reached 1,000 winners himself recently.
0 Comments

CHELTENHAM RACECOURSE LAUNCH CLUB 18-28 MEMBERSHIP

10/6/2019

0 Comments

 
Cheltenham Racecourse have increased their 18-24 Annual Membership to 28 years old. 

This will now become Club 18-28 and offers 16 days of incredible racing at Cheltenham including The Festival™. 

The price of the membership is just £215. 

Cheltenham Membership also entitles you to a number of reciprocal fixtures at other courses based all over the country. These can be attended free of charge. 

To purchase your 18 - 28 Membership, please call 01242 537 662 or visit www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/cheltenham/membership-and-offers/annual/club-18-28-annual-membership
Picture
0 Comments

CHELTENHAM RACECOURSE VOTED ‘GREATEST RACECOURSE IN THE WORLD’

1/5/2019

0 Comments

 
Picture
Cheltenham Racecourse has officially been declared the greatest racecourse in the world by the Racing Post, the UK and Ireland’s dedicated racing media outlet.

Taking in competition from racecourses across the world, the Home of Jump racing was announced in the number one position recently – something which the racecourse are of course hugely proud of. 

Racing Post editor Tom Kerr said: "When we were compiling the list for our Greatest Racecourse series we spent hours debating the merits of different tracks around the globe, considering their atmosphere, history, facilities, quality of racing and overall wow-factor.

"However while we had some mighty disagreements over the order one thing was consistent from day one: we all agreed Cheltenham was going to take the top spot. It is a legendary racecourse in an incomparably beautiful setting, is the home of utterly thrilling racing and has seen some of the most epic showdowns in sporting history. 

"Cheltenham has become a must-visit racecourse not just for racing fans, but for anyone with even a passing interest in sport."

Ian Renton, Regional Director of the south west region of The Jockey Club added, “We were delighted when it was announced that the Racing Post had nominated Cheltenham as the Greatest Racecourse in the World. With eight different countries represented in the top ten nominated racecourses, the list is truly representative of all the great racecourses around the world and we are very pleased and greatly honoured to be chosen to top this list.”

The racecourse hosts 16 racedays a year, including The Festival™, presented by Magners, which takes place in March each year and attracts over 260,000 racegoers. A survey undertaken by the University of Gloucestershire found that over those four days over £100million was spent in the Gloucestershire economy.
0 Comments
<<Previous
    Picture

    Archives

    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016

    Categories

    All
    Cheltenham
    Cheltenham Festival
    Chipping Campden
    Cirencester
    Cotswolds
    Dining
    Events
    Food
    Food News
    Gifford's Circus
    Horse Racing
    Hotels
    Jonjo O'Neill Jr.
    Photography
    Property
    Pubs
    Restaurants
    Reviews
    Skiing
    Stow On The Wold
    Style
    Summer
    Sunrise
    The Big Feastival
    The Gin Bar
    This Country
    Travel
    Wine Wednesday

    RSS Feed

PHOTOGRAPHY    ADVERTISE     PRIVACY POLICY     COMPETITIONS     CONTACT
Picture

​CREATED BY T20 MEDIA 
  • HOME
  • LIFESTYLE
  • TRAVEL
  • TASTE
  • THE ROAR
  • COTSWOLD PUB GUIDE
  • TOP LISTS
  • EVENTS
  • JOURNAL