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Down Royal Race Meeting

Down Royal Racecourse, Maze, LISBURN, County Antrim, BT27 5RW
Horse racing at the Down Royal Racecourse with horses running along the track with spectators in background

About

Ireland's oldest (1685) horse racing venue hosting over 12 race meetings per year and is considered to be one of Ireland's premier hospitality venues.  The highlights of the racing calendar are the highly popular Ulster Derby in June and the very successful two-day (National Hunt) Northern Ireland Festival of Racing in November. 
 

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Accessibility

  • Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities

Catering

  • Bar
  • Licensed

Establishment Features

  • Accommodation nearby - Log onto www.visitlisburncastlereagh.com for further details.

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Payment Methods

  • All major credit/debit cards accepted

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