Welcome to Racing at York 2009
World famous racing festivals in both May and August have been joined by established summer highlights as well as relaxed summer racedays that will host live music concerts starring top tribute bands, and October sees a return to a weekend meeting.
York Racecourse is an award winning venue which has seen further development over the winter. The £2.5million investment will be partially used to address waterlogging of the racetrack, ensuring that abandonment of meetings is not an option this year.
The season kicks off with the May Festival, a three day meeting from 13th to 15th May, followed by the Spring Meeting on 30th May. June will see the 39th Timeform Charity Meeting with a Friday and Saturday packed with exciting races. In July there are two options, the John Smith’s Cup Meeting on the 10th and 11th or the Music Showcase Weekend on Friday 24th (evening) and Saturday 25th. Ebor is in August (see our Ebor Festival for details) followed by the return of an October weekend featuring the October Finale Stakes and The Sprint Trophy.
To join in the excitement, please have a look at our hospitality packages below to help you choose your day and facility.
We look forward to welcoming you to York Racecourse during the 2009 season.
The Hospitality
Knavesmire Stand Boxes
The main box area is the award winning Knavesmire Stand that was opened in 1996 and has won Civic Trust and RIBA awards to add to its place in the affections of the York racegoers, such is its popularity that most boxes are repeat booked year on year. Tote facilities dedicated to the boxes are close at hand. These fourth floor boxes, each with a private balcony and breathtaking views across the home straight have a capacity of 20, 40 or 50 (with a minimum of 15 guests).
| Champagne Package £285 per person |
Executive Package £250 per person |
Standard Package £230 per person |
Ebor Restaurant
The whole of the fourth floor of the Ebor Stand is devoted to this luxurious dining experience. Spectacular floor to ceiling windows, grandstand balcony, as well as a terrace with views of the Parade Ring will make guests feel part of the excitement.
A gourmet buffet and carvery will serve lunch and afternoon tea and will provide the opportunity to enjoy a meal at your own pace and mingle with fellow guests.
This dining experience builds on the popular format used in the Voltigeur Restaurant by adding a champagne reception, a selection of fine wines, complimentary bar and special dishes into the all inclusive price.
Ebor Restaurant package includes
- County Stand Badge
- Racecard
- Morning Coffee & Biscuits
- Full Gourmet Buffet Lunch
- Full Afternoon Tea
- Reserved Table for the Day
- Reserved Car Parking (1 pass per 2 guests)
- Tote Betting Facilities
- Champagne Reception
- Fine Wines
- Complimentary Bar (exc. champagne)
- Reserved Grandstand Viewing
| MAY FESTIVAL | Wed 13th, Thurs 14th & Fri 15th | £200 per person |
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| MAY Spring MEETING | Sat 30th | £170 per person |
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| JUNE MEETINGS | Fri 12th & Sat 13th | £195 per person |
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| JULY MEETINGS | Fri 10th, Sat 11th & Sat 25th | £200 per person |
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| JULY EVENING | Fri 24th | £170 per person |
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| October MEETINGS | Fri 9th & Sat 10th | £170 per person |
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VOLTIGEUR RESTAURANT
Designed to combine the luxury of a restaurant with the spectacle of racing, this facility delivers a unique ‘Dine & View’ hospitality package for smaller parties or individuals.
Enjoy a sumptuous lunch and afternoon tea from the gourmet buffet and carvery in comfort and style with your grandstand viewing seat just a few feet away.
Voltigeur Restaurant package includes
- County Stand Badge
- Racecard
- Morning Coffee & Biscuits
- Full Afternoon Tea
- Reserved Table for the Day
- Reserved Car Parking (1 pass per 2 guests)
- Tote Betting Facilities
- Full Gourmet Buffet Lunch
- Pay Bar
- Reserved Grandstand Viewing
| MAY FESTIVAL | Wed 13th, Thurs 14th & Fri 15th | £154 per person |
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| MAY Spring MEETING | Sat 30th | £125 per person |
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| JUNE MEETINGS | Fri 12th & Sat 13th | £142 per person |
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| JULY MEETINGS | Fri 10th, Sat 11th & Sat 25th | £159 per person |
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| JULY EVENING | Fri 24th | £125 per person |
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| October MEETINGS | Fri 9th & Sat 10th | £125 per person |
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ROBERTO PAVILION
This location proved so popular with racegoers at both Royal Ascot at York and the Ladbrokes St Leger Festival that the racecourse have added it to our options for every raceday in 2009.
This double deck pavilion also has exclusive use of a decking area with views of the track as well as dedicated tote and cloakroom facilities.
For a single price per head you gain access to the Roberto Pavilion itself as well as to the wider County Stand including the Champagne Terrace, and will enjoy a full hospitality package of Champagne reception, morning coffee, four course luncheon, afternoon tea and complimentary bar.
The Roberto Pavilion, with its views of the home straight, may be hired as a private facility for 100 upstairs, 80 downstairs or the entire capacity of 180. Tables of 10 are available, however, there is no minimum booking requirement for this luxury venue between the Knavesmire and Bustardthorpe Stands.
| MAY FESTIVAL | Wed 13th, Thurs 14th & Fri 15th | Executive Package £170 per person |
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| MAY Spring MEETING | Sat 30th | Executive Package £140 per person |
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| JUNE MEETINGS | Fri 12th & Sat 13th | Executive Package £165 per person |
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| JULY MEETINGS | Fri 10th, Sat 11th & Sat 25th | Executive Package £170 per person |
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| JULY EVENING | Fri 24th | Executive Package £140 per person |
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| October MEETINGS | Fri 9th & Sat 10th | Executive Package £140 per person |
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TENTED VILLAGE
Situated in the heart of the racecourse with easy access to the Winning Post, Parade Ring and County Stand; these luxury pavilions provide the ideal home for a group raceday, combining private space and sporting excellence. Each private pavilion has its own terrace overlooking the 'village green' and accommodates a minimum of 30 guests. Please note that there is no direct view of racing.
| MAY FESTIVAL | Wed 13th, Thurs 14th & Fri 15th |
Champagne Package £285 per person |
Executive Package £250 per person |
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| MAY Spring MEETING | Sat 30th | Champagne Package £285 per person |
Executive Package £250 per person |
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| JUNE MEETINGS | Fri 12th & Sat 13th |
Champagne Package £285 per person |
Executive Package £250 per person |
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| JULY MEETINGS | Fri 10th, Sat 11th |
Champagne Package £285 per person |
Executive Package £250 per person |
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| October MEETINGS | Fri 9th & Sat 10th |
Champagne Package £285 per person |
Executive Package £250 per person |
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THE HOSPITALITY CLUB
An exclusive facility at the heart of the racecourse.
This popular facility offers easy access to the Clock Tower banking giving panoramic views of the track, especially the final furlong and Winning Post. It provides a day of luxury at an all inclusive price and the flexible nature of the Hospitality Club means that parties of all sizes are welcome. Please note that there is no direct view of the racing.
The Hospitality Club package includes
- County Stand Badge
- Racecard
- Morning Coffee & Biscuits
- Four Course Buffet Luncheon with wine
- Reserved Table for the Day
- Flexible Table Configuration
- Reserved Car Parking (1 pass per 2 guests)
- Tote Betting Facilities
- Champagne Reception
- Complimentary Bar (exc. champagne)
- Afternoon tea
| MAY FESTIVAL | Wed 13th, Thurs 14th & Fri 15th | £145 per person |
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| JUNE MEETINGS | Fri 12th & Sat 13th | £148 per person |
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| JULY MEETINGS | Fri 10th, Sat 11th & Sat 25th | £150 per person |
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| October MEETINGS | Fri 9th & Sat 10th | £134 per person |
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Terms and conditions are available on request. All prices shown are per person and are subject to VAT and availability.
Click here for Hospitality at the Ebor Festival (August 2009)
