The Allington Hughes Law Friday Social

The Allington Hughes Law Friday Social Start Your Weekend In Style

If you didn’t know, racing on a Friday takes on a different atmosphere so grab your work colleagues, friends and family (and maybe a tipple or two) and join us on Friday 12th June.

Picture this: the sun’s out, the drinks are flowing, you’ve left work behind, and the races are in full swing. It’s the perfect excuse to grab your friends, dress to impress, and let loose as the weekend begins.

Fridays never looked so good.

Schedule

Gates open

11:30 am

First race

1:30 pm

Last race

5:28 pm

The Going

Good to Soft

Going Stick 6.1 on Fri 7:00am

Rails: Rail will be out approximately 9 yards from the 6f – 1.5f and approximately 3 yards from the 1.5f – 6f.

1:30pm: Race distance is now +39y to 7f 40y

2:02pm: Race distance is now +39y to 6f 56y

2:37pm: Race distance is now +45y to 1m 2f 115y

3:12pm: Race distance is now +39y to 7f 166y

3:47pm: Race distance is now +39y to 7f 166y

4:20pm: Race distance is now +45y to 1m 2f 115y

4:55pm: Race distance is now +39y to 6f 56y

5:28pm: Race distance is now +39y to 7f 166y

Stalls:1m2f – Outside Remainder – Inside

Weather

9.4mm rain over the last 24 hours. 27mm rain over the last 4 days. Forecast 40% chance of a light shower at 10am but then to be dry from lunchtime with highs of 20’C and 18mph Westerly winds.

Open Course Update

The Open Course will be open but with limited facilities.

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Highlights

Hello Summer

The Allington Hughes Law Friday Social marks the official start of Summer at Chester Racecourse – and we’re kicking things off in style. Think sunshine (fingers crossed), cold drinks, and that unbeatable buzz of raceday energy. It’s your cue to swap the office for the outdoors and soak up the season’s first of many summer fixtures.

Your Excuse To Get The Gang Together

Let’s be honest, there’s nothing better than gathering your friends together and spending a day laughing and making memories.

The Allington Hughes Law Friday Social is your perfect excuse to do just that! Whether you’re in it for the fashion, the fun, or the finish line, this is the social event you won’t want to miss.

Hospitality, But Make It Fabulous

From stylish private boxes to buzzing trackside bars, our hospitality is next-level.

Want to go all-out VIP? Or looking to keep it casual with a Prosecco in hand? Either way, The Allington Hughes Law Friday Social serves up the ultimate raceday experience – with a side of glamour and great vibes.

Racecard

1:30 pm

THE ALLINGTON HUGHES LAW BICENTENARY AMATEUR JOCKEYS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Special Rider Conditions)

Group

Class 4, 4+yo

Distance

7f 1y

Prize

£15,000

2:02 pm

THE JUDDMONTE EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier)

Group

Class 2, 2yo

Distance

6f 17y

Prize

£30,000

2:37 pm

THE DANNY AND HARRIETT BIRTHDAY BASH HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Group

Class 4, 3yo

Distance

1m 2f 70y

Prize

£15,000

3:12 pm

THE ALLINGTON HUGHES LAW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Group

Class 4, 3yo

Distance

7f 127y

Prize

£15,000

3:47 pm

THE ALLINGTON HUGHES LAW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Group

Class 4, 3yo

Distance

7f 127y

Prize

£15,000

4:20 pm

THE CHESTER FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Group

Class 4, 3+yo

Distance

1m 2f 70y

Prize

£15,000

4:55 pm

THE ALLINGTON HUGHES 200 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

Group

Class 5, 3yo

Distance

6f 17y

Prize

£15,000

5:28 pm

THE TOM JONES AT CHESTER RACECOURSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

Group

Class 5, 4+yo

Distance

7f 127y

Prize

£15,000

Raceday FAQs

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Can I access the open course on this fixture?

The Open Course will be open but with limited facilities.

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!

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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