2020 Chester Membership

• County Long Room access for all 2020 race days at Chester Racecourse
• Paddock access for all 2020 race days at Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
• Reciprocal dates at other specified racecourses (please refer to you reciprocal fixture card and the list enclosed for reference)
• Complimentary car parking on all Chester and Bangor-on-Dee race days
• Access to two Private Members Bars - one on the ground floor of the County Stand and one in the Paddock Enclosure opposite the Parade Ring
• Four complimentary County Concourse badges per Member’s badge enabling access to the Chester Members facilities. Badge holders may redeem this benefit against any of the following Chester fixtures*: MBNA Roman Day - Saturday 23 May, Ladies Evening - Friday 26 June, Ladies & Gents Evening - Friday 10 July, MBNA Family Funday - Sunday 2 August, Autumn Festival - Friday 11 and Saturday 12 September
• Take advantage of a 10% discount at Chester Race Company’s following restaurants†: 1539 Restaurant & Bar, The White Horse and Commonhall Street Social

*Please note that due to some fixtures being more popular than others, the number of guest passes may be restricted at each meeting and passes will be issued on a first come, first served basis. Please ensure you register your interest early for your chosen date in order to avoid disappointment.
†The discount will be applied to your total bill. The discount is not available on race days at Chester in 2020, Friday – Sunday and public holidays. The discount is only available for groups of up to six people and is not available on set menus or in conjunction with any other offer.

The British Horseracing Authority has confirmed that all horseracing in Britain will be suspended from 18 March until the end of April and jump racing until the end of June, Chester Members are advised to note the impact that this has on their Reciprocal Dates. Please visit the BHA website for full details and the latest press announcements. 

We would like to assure members of the public that the safety and wellbeing of visitors to the racecourse is of utmost importance. The racecourse will continue to ensure policies and procedures are kept current and up to date in line with UK Government and NHS advice and in relation to the ongoing development of COVID-19, to ensure employees and visitors are protected.

Any changes to the current situation will result in an updated statement and guidance being issued by Chester Race Company via the official racecourse website>.

Please be advised that you should contact the racecourse ahead of your chosen reciprocal visit on the number supplied. This will ensure you have the correct information regarding dress code, parking arrangements and course access.

Newmarket Racecourse is delighted to offer annual badge holder's a discount to their Moёt & Chandon July Festival*: 

Friday 10 July – Gentlemen’s Day

Premier £37.00 per person

Grandstand & Paddock £20 per person

Saturday 11 July – Darley July Cup

Premier £39.00 per person

Grandstand & Paddock £23.00 per person

*Offer ends midnight 11 June and is for new orders only and excludes any previous purchases.

Bookings can be made online via the Newmarket here> or by calling 0344 579 3010 / 01638 675500 option 4.

In addition to your regular list of member benefits, each member will receive a benefits booklet containing a range of offers in voucher form that can be used on race days at Chester, within our Chester Race Company Group Restaurants and wider offers from affiliate retailers, bars and restaurants in the city centre – providing more reasons to visit Chester outside of racing. Each offer is presented in voucher form and includes details of how to redeem*.

Tear out vouchers include but are not limited to:

• Complimentary Chester Racecards
• Free Tea / Coffee Vouchers 
• Chester Bet Vouchers 
• £10 off a bottle of Champagne in a Chester Members Bar
• 25% off food in Parade Ring Corner 
• £1 off a pint of beer or a glass of wine 

*See voucher for full details and specific terms and conditions.

Hear from two Chester Members on what they enjoy most about membership at Chester and the benefits involved

Paul Clifton, Wrexham

How long have you been a Member at Chester?

10 Years

What is your favourite thing about coming to Chester as an Member?   

Being able to access the County Long Room & use of the Members Bars.

What is your favourite memory at Chester as a Member?   

Having my daughter's 21st Birthday at the course on a race day.

Why would you recommend annual membership at Chester over taking membership elsewhere?   

Because there is great value being a Chester Member and you get access to all Bangoron-on-Dee fixtures at no extra cost.

Summarise the Chester experience in three words?   

First Class Entertainment.

What are your favourite benefits of membership?   

Having use of the areas and bars accessible to members and the associated discounts to use on race day on certain drinks and food. 

Steve Edwards, Chester    

How long have you been a member at Chester?

I have been a member at Chester for 40 years

What is your favourite thing about coming to Chester as al Member?   

I like the whole membership package there is no racecourse like it for the thrills and atmosphere

What is your favourite memory at Chester as a Member?

Watching Shergar win the Chester Vase in 1981 was very special, it was that moment that got me into racing.  

Why would you recommend annual membership at Chester over taking membership elsewhere?   

I would recommend the Chester membership because as well as all the thrills and fantastic atmosphere the Roodee brings, it also has Chester city centre right on its doorstep offering all the restaurants and bars in this historic town.

Summarise the Chester experience in three words?   

Unique, fantastic, experience.

What are your favourite benefits of membership (reciprocal access, restaurant discounts etc)?   

I like the Member bars and all discounts in the package.