IRISH RACECOURSE

Down Royal

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About Down Royal

Northern Ireland's premier racecourse, dating back to 1685 by royal charter from King James II. Down Royal's galloping circuit hosts both codes and the Grade 1 Champion Chase in November.

LOCATION
Co Down
Northern Ireland
TYPE
Mixed
Turf
FOUNDED
1685
341 years of racing
CIRCUIT
Right-handed
1.75m circumference
SEASON
Year-round
★ COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
  • Northern Ireland's premier racecourse
  • Founded 1685 by royal charter
  • Hosts the only Grade 1 chase in Northern Ireland
  • Galloping right-handed circuit
★ TOP RACES AT DOWN ROYAL
  1. Ladbrokes Champion Chase (G1, November)
  2. Down Royal Festival of Racing (November)

Official course website: downroyal.com

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