UK Racecourse Information
Kelso Racecourse
Welcome To Kelso Racecourse Branded as ‘Britain’s Friendliest Racecourese’, Kelso is a charming rural Jumps racecourse with a warm atmosphere and popular with a knowledgable local crowd. Not near any major towns, it is worth savouring the true Scottish Borders welcome and feel the atmosphere for yourself. |
Contact Details  Address Kelso Racecourse 18- 20 Glendale Road Wooler Northumberland NE71 6DW Telephone 01668 280800 Fax 01668 281113 |
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Travel Information Local Transport Links By Road Kelso racecourse is north of Kelso itself, off the A6089 and the A699. From London, take the A1(M) then pick up the A697 and A698. From the west, take the M6 exiting Junction 44, then follow the A7 and A698. By Rail The nearest station is at Berwick, 22 miles away, on the line from London Kings Cross Railway Station Chathill Railway Station 12 miles (19.4 km) Airport Newcastle 37.6 miles (60.5 km) By Air Helicopters can land at the racecourse by prior agreement Route Finder |
Kelso Racecourse Facilities Betting There is a lively market in the betting ring and a new Tote building overlooks the Parade Ring Parking Parking is free Children Children 16 and under get in for free when accompanied by an adult. Disabled There are special facilities including special viewing ramps, toilets and parking |
Kelso Racecourse Enclosures And Grandstands Members Tickets: £16 midweek -£20 weekend Food And Drink The Members Bar is a cosy area serving hot drinks and snacks. Rosie’s Bistro offers good value meals and snacks. The Kings Suite offers the Charity Tea Room Viewing From the Members Grandstand there are views over the Winning Post and the Parade Ring. The Members Enclosure allows access to all other areas and facilities of the course Dress Tattersalls Tickets: £12 (discounts for students and OAP’s) Food And Drink A quick self-service outlet is provided in the new Tweedie Stand offering a wide variety of choices. The Buchanan Room also offers a selection of snacks and drinks. There is also the Chicken Hutch Bar which is simple but popular Viewing This is from the Tweedie stand where there is standing and seating facilities both in and outdoor. There is access to the Parade Ring and Winner’s Enclosure Dress |
Course Details National Hunt Course  Left-handed and undulating. Hurdles course of 1m1f is sharp, more so than 1m 3f chase track, which has 2f run-in |
Kelso Racecourse Fixtures 2008 Weekday Friday Sunday Thursday Saturday Monday Sunday Wednesday Tuesday Wednesday Sunday Saturday Saturday Friday Sunday Date 11th January 2008 27th January 2008 14th February 2008 1st March 2008 7th April 2008 13th April 2008 30th April 2008 6th May 2008 21st May 2008 5th October 2008 18th October 2008 8th November 2008 21st November 2008 7th December 2008 Race Type Jump Jump Jump Jump Jump Jump Jump Jump Jump Jump Jump Jump Jump Jump More Information First January Meeting Second January Meeting February Meeting March Meeting First April Meeting Second April Meeting First May Meeting First May Meeting Second May Meeting First October Meeting Second October Meeting First November Meeting Second November Meeting December Meeting |
