Midsummer Meeting - Chester Racecourse

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It’s that time of year when the sun finally makes it’s appearance so why not celebrate with a day at the races?

Join us on Saturday 25th July for a perfect summers day with all your usual favourites including racing, live entertainment and decorative florals blooming around the racecourse. Whether you’re coming with your friends or family, it’s a great day out for all.

Pop this date in your social calendar and book your tickets now.

Schedule

Gates open

12:00 pm

First race

1:53 pm

Last race

5:33 pm

The Going

Good (Good to Firm in places)

Going Stick 6.6 on Thu 7:30am

Rails: Rail will be out approximately 6 yards from 6f – 1.5f.

1:53pm: Race distance is now +39y to 1m 4f 102y

2:28pm: Race distance is now +26y to 7f 153y

3:10pm: Race distance is now +26y to 7f 27y

3:48pm: Race distance is now +26y to 6f 43y

4:23pm: Race distance is now +19y to 5f 34y

4:58pm: Race distance is now +29y to 1m 2f 99y

5:33pm: Race distance is now +19y to 5f 34y

Stalls:1m2f – Outside Remainder – Inside

Weather

The prolonged dry spell continues. Forecast is to remain dry now until after racing on Saturday with highs of 22’C and a 15mph Westerly breeze.

Tickets & Packages Find your Experience

We pride ourselves on not being just a one trick pony! So let us take the reins and show you what experiences are waiting for you.

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Highlights

Summer Vibes

This raceday falls in the middle of our British summer so it’s the perfect opportunity to soak up the sun, grab your friends and enjoy a ChardonHAY or two.

Don’t forget to bring your sunnies!

Something For Everyone

From our exclusive PARADE Hospitality package with a signature cocktail and a four-course fine dining menu, to relaxed picnics in the Roodee enclosure, there’s something that ticks everyone’s box.

Lead Booker Goes Free

Don’t forget – the lead book goes FREE in Roodee, Tattersalls and County Concourse enclosures when attending in a group of 10 or more.

Because let’s be honest… if you’ve managed to herd 10 people together for a day at the races, you deserve a treat. Possibly a medal. Definitely a free ticket.

Racecard

1:53 pm

The Midsummer Meeting Handicap Stakes

Class

5

Distance

1m 4f 63y

Prize

£15,000

2:28 pm

The Tom Jones Live on 14th August Handicap Stakes

Class

4

Distance

7f 127y

Prize

£15,000

3:10 pm

The IRE Incentive, It Pays To Buy Irish Maiden Stakes

Class

3

Distance

7f 1y

Prize

£18,000

3:48 pm

The Wilson Family Handicap Stakes

Class

3

Distance

6f 17y

Prize

£30,000

4:23 pm

The Horseradish Catering & Events Handicap Stakes

Class

4

Distance

5f 15y

Prize

£15,000

4:58 pm

The John Smith's Handicap Stakes

Class

4

Distance

1m 2f 70y

Prize

£15,000

5:33 pm

The Family Fun Day on 2nd August Handicap Stakes

Class

5

Distance

5f 15y

Prize

£15,000

Raceday FAQs

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What Should I Wear?

We want you to feel fabulous in whatever you wear on a raceday but we do have certain dress codes for each enclosure. Lucky for you, we have a guide which tells you the yays or neighs!

Dress Code – Chester Racecourse

We might be switching things up with our dress code for the 2026 season — keep an eye out closer to the time for the latest info!

How Do The Enclosures Differ?

A relaxed family day out, a fun-filled outing with friends or a racing focussed experience – whatever you come the races for, we’ve got enclosures to suit your needs.

Where Can I Find The Going Report?

Need to clue up on the racing track info? Head over to the individual raceday page and find the latest updates there.

Can Children Attend?

You bet they can and even better – children aged 17 and under go FREE! For general admission areas, no ticket is required but for hospitality areas, a pre-booked child ticket is needed. To do this, simply email hospitality@chester-races.com.

*Please note – children are not allowed in The Garden or Winning Post Enclosures – this is where the grown ups let their hair down!

Which Forms of Payment Do You Accept?

We’re cashless (apart from the bookmakers) For all your drinks and tasty nibbles, we accept all major debit/credit cards and Apple/Android Pay. For placing bets, cash can be used with our on-course bookmakers.

Plan Your Day Your Guide

You’ve bought your tickets, woohoo! – now it’s time to plan your visit. So you can get a gallop on, we’ve created a handy little guide to help your day run smoothly.

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