Boodles May Festival History

The Boodles May Festival is the most famous and well-known racing fixture to take place at Chester. Steeped in history, there is lots to learn about the history of each day of this prestigious fixtures.

The Going

Good to Soft

Dry overnight.
Forecast: Cloudy day with the odd sunny spell and the threat of a very light shower

For further information, please contact Clerk of the Course Andrew Morris 07581 375229.

The Weather

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The always eagerly anticipated opening day of the Boodles May Festival is a celebration of our city-centre location and heritage.

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While raceday fashions are a big part of the second day of the Boodles May Festival, the Ormonde and Dee Stakes are the highlights on the track.

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Chester Cup Day

The final day of the prestigious Boodles May Festival sees the highest profile and most valuable race of our season take place, the historic Tote Chester Cup

01244 304 600 enquiries@chester-races.com

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