Adare Guide Further Afield
Limerick Racecourse
Limerick Racecourse Greenmount Park Patrickswell, Co. Limerick 061-320000 for bookings info@limerickraces.ie www.limerickraces.ie
Horse racing in Limerick dates back to 1790 and in 2001, Limerick Racecourse opened at Greenmount Park, Patrickswell and has since been noted as one of the top three racecourses in Ireland. Horse racing is known as the “Sport of Kings” and a visit to the horses is a must for anyone visiting the region. Limerick Racecourse is set on 250 acres of land with stunning panoramic views across the surrounding Limerick countryside with easy access to the M20 motorway, not too far a distance from anywhere! Limerick Racecourse stages 18 fixtures per year—both flat and national hunt racing. The flat and hurdles course is a right-handed oval measuring approximately one mile three furlongs. The whole track is visible from the grandstand, which is quite unique in Ireland creating an exceptional racing experience. The state-of-the-art venue caters for all occasions – family events, sports & social groups, team nights, corporate outings, hen and stag parties, active retirement groups and many more. There is a distinct Adare connection with Limerick Racecourse. David and Conor Fitzgerald of the Fitzgerald’s Woodlands House Hotel have been 44 |
the resident caterers at the racecourse since 2010! From tasty treats to hearty dinners to whet many an appetite, there is something for everyone. Relax and let the experienced Woodlands Catering team look after your hospitality needs on a race day.
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A host of great racing dates to enjoy
There are a wide selection of catering options including a fast-food outlet, Woodlands Catering Carvery Restaurant In 2017, there are a host of great racing dates to enjoy including: • Sunday 21st May – NH racing from 2.30pm • Saturday 17th June – Flat racing from 5.30pm with live music after racing • Friday 23rd June – Flat racing from 5.30pm with live music after racing • Sunday 9th July – NH racing from 2.30pm • Saturday 22nd July – NH racing from 3.30pm with live music after racing • Thursday 27th July – NH racing from 5.30pm • Saturday 7th October – Flat racing from 2.30pm • Sunday 8th October – NH racing from 2.30pm featuring the Munster National • Friday 1st December – NH racing from 12.30pm • Tuesday 26th – Friday 29th December – NH racing from 12.30pm
The Best Of Ireland Series
and for a VIP day at the races, the Panoramic Restaurant Package allows you to enjoy the racing from the comfort of a reserved table in the Greenmount Suite. This racing package includes admission, race card and deluxe fourcourse lunch. Waiter service and tote facility are also included, making the Greenmount Suite the perfect place to enjoy the races. The summer Twilight Racing evenings is very popular, as is the Munster National – known as the oldest race in Munster. There are a host of themed family fun days throughout the year and the four-day Christmas racing festival attracts an audience of over 40,000 each year. Visit their website www.limerickraces. ie to check out the latest offers. No matter how the betting goes, Limerick Racecourse always provides a winning experience.