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Racing at Royal Windsor Racecourse offers a fantastic atmosphere located on the banks of the River Thames! Windsor Racecourse's fashionable summertime Monday night race meetings are becoming star-studded occasions attended by many sporting, pop and television celebrities. Pimms and champagne are the order of the day and the Paddock Lawn with its romantic river frontage and stunning castle view becomes a massive garden part.
May Meetings:
Monday 14th May World of Food Festival Evening Racing
Monday 21st May Curry Festival Evening
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Monday 28th May Real Ale & Hog Roast Festival Evening Racing
Open Air Concert:
25th June Live band "The Wickermen"
30th June Top Acapella group "The Magnets"
2nd July Dance the night away to an electrifying mix of sounds from the "Floridita All Stars"
9th July Classical Night best-selling string quartet "Bond"
16th July Ronnie Scott's Night
23rd July Irish Night with the Saw Doctors
Find out more information about more Race Days in 2012
Under 18's free of charge when accompanied by a paying adult! read more...
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| Olympics Cycle Time Trials, Hampton Court Palace,
Held on 1 August, the Time Trials will begin and end at historic Hampton Court Palace in south-west London, and will incorporate sections of Richmond, Kingston-upon-Thames and Surrey. Both events are held over a single lap, with the variations in the men’s and women’s courses reflecting the different distances. The event is one of two Road Cycling disciplines and involves competitors riding individually against the clock over a distance of 44km for men and 29km for women. Riders start at 90-second intervals and the one with the quickest time wins the gold medal. Members of the public can watch the races for free and do not need tickets to attend. The races will start on the driveway of the Palace and finish outside the grounds. The course passes through the London Borough of Richmond, the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, Surrey and Elmbridge Borough. Click here to view the route,
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| Goodwood Sunday Breakfast Club, Goodwood, Chichester, Sussex, 01243 755060 A jaw-dropping collection of some of the world’s most desirable and cherished vehicles, a scrumptious English breakfast, an adrenalin-fuelled Sunday morning drive and the camaraderie of fellow motoring enthusiasts. A car enthusiasts dream, the Goodwood Sunday Breakfast Club takes place on the first Sunday of the month from March to November (except July & September) in the grounds of the historic motor circuit. Each meeting has a different theme where different cars and often motorcycles, trikes, trucks and buses are on display, and an organic breakfast is available to quell the morning hunger pains. Previous themes have included open top cars, Japanese vehicles and classic sports cars. |
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Ascot is Britain’s Premier Flat Racecourse and third best Jumps Racecourse. Following a major redevelopment programme, the racecourse has a new spectacular state-of-the-art grandstand offering fantastic facilities. Whether you are looking for a sporting or social day out, Ascot has a wonderful atmosphere for all to enjoy. With advance booking discounts, free parking at most race meetings and free admission for all children aged 16 and under, a day at Ascot is unbeatable value for everyone. Dating back over 300 years, Ascot is home to the most famous race meeting in the world, Royal Ascot, which is held annually in June. May Meetings: 11th May Race, Rattle 'N' Roll (Evening) 12th May Race, Rattle 'N' Roll Looking Ahead: Royal Ascot 19th - 23rd June Find out more information about Race Days in 2012 Children 17 and under go free at all race meetings, when accompanied by an adult read more... |
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Sandown racecourse is one of the country's most loved and revered racecourses. Whether you are a seasoned racegoer or somebody who would simply like to give it a go, you are very welcome at Sandown Park! Take your pick from the variety of races staged at Sandown with afternoon and evening fixtures, races with live music entertainment, including Simply Next Meetings May: 24th May Evening Racing 31st May Betfair Brigadier Gerard Evening Open Air Concerts: 18th July Tom Jones 25th July Alfie Boe Music Night 9th August Jessie J Music Night
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Children under 18 go free on all racedays, when accompanied by an adult
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| Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1, 02392 857520 Opened in 2005, the Spinnaker Tower soars 170 metres above Portsmouth Harbour. Three viewing decks give visitors amazing views for as far as the eye can see. The high speed internal lift travels at 4 metres per second, there is a panoramic lift or there are the steps, all 570 of them. Abseil the Tower 13th April - 27th August. Thrill seekers can book the ultimate Spinnaker Tower experience - an abseil 100m down the side of this iconic building! Following the success of the abseiling week in 2011, the Spinnaker Tower is running more dates in 2012 to give even more people this fantastic opportunity. Dates: 13th - 15th April, 5th - 7th May, 2nd - 5th June, 27th - 29th July, 25th - 27th August. |
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Widely regarded as the best small zoo in the country, Drusillas Park offers an opportunity to get nose to nose with hundreds of fascinating and entertaining creatures from monkeys to otters to penguins and meekats. You can be certain there will be plenty of animal magic to enthral and excite everyone from the youngest to the oldest visitor.
But animals are only half the fun, Go Bananas!, Go Wild!, Amazon Adventure and the a-MAZE-ingly fun and interactive maze Eden’s Eye are paradise for anyone who needs to let off steam and Thomas the Tank Engine offers a train service 362 days a year.
It’s no wonder Drusillas have been voted South East England’s number one attraction and the best day out in East Sussex.
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Visit Kent's only racecourse and enjoy a great day out with friends and colleagues. Folkestone Racecourse is surrounded by breathtaking Kent scenery and with twenty meetings a year, there is plenty of opportunity to soak up the thrill of the races. There are racedays to suit all throughout the year including themed events, family days and live music. Book your own private hospitality suite, alternatively book a table in the Lookout Restaurant and enjoy superb food, fantastic wines and some of the best views in racing. Never been racing? Don't worry, Folkestone has a step-by-step guide for your day.
May Meetings:
Thursday 17th May United Hunts (NH/Turf) Evening Racing
Wednesday 30th May Flat, Turf Evening Racing
Open Air Concerts & Live Entertainment:
12th July - Armed Forces Race Day incorporating 80's night with live music from Bootleg Blondie
26th July - Essential 90's Night 90's disco
23rd August - Ladies Night with Live music from Take That tribute band "The Take That Experience"
Find Out Information on all Folkstone's Race Meetings Throughout 2012
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Epsom Downs Racecourse is famous for the prestigious Derby, probably the most important flat thoroughbred horse race in the world, which is held annually in June. The racecourse is like no other because not only are there paying areas, but the Hill is public land and open to pedestrians free of charge. May thousands of race goers take advantage of the Hill, taking picnics or eating from the many food and bars set up for the day. This year's Derby will kick off a weekend of celebrations to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, with the Queen attending Saturday's Derby. As well as the Derby Epsom also plays host to a series of outdoor concert events that run after race meetings in July, as well as Family days in August. Race Days run from April through to September.
Next Meetings June:
Investec Derby Festival 1st & 2nd June. Her Majesty the Queen will attend this year's Derby on the 2nd June.
Open Air Concerts - Epsom Live: Katherine Jenkins will be performing in front of the Queen on the 2nd June
Franki Vallie & The Four Seasons 5th July Will Young 12th July Razor Light 19th July Rat Pack Vegas Spectacular 26th July Last Night of the Proms 2nd August
Find out information about all the Race Days at Epsom Downs Racecourse in 2012
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