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The Curragh is one of the leading horseracing courses situated near Dublin. Staging 20 race meetings from March to October, this is one of the most historic horseracing locations known internationally.

From late 17th century, the racecourse became a social centre and administrative headquarters of racing. Established in 1741, when first race was held on this course until now, this club has developed into a venue having all facilities up to international standards.

The Curragh Racecourse is now the headquarters of flat racing in Ireland. It hosts all five classical races as well as 15 other exciting races. It is famous for its delightful atmosphere, which is always filled with enthralling and enchanting environment.

The Curragh is a right-handed horseshoe shaped course has no sharp bends and has a straight run uphill. The racecourse has a straight mile course and two round courses, which makes it a fair galloping track. It is a "must-visit" place for people who want to enjoy the real spirit of horseracing.


Upcoming events
Sunday 12th August - 2.15pm

The racecourse has a gifts shop also at www.racecoursemerchandise.co.uk/curragh_racecourse/


Hospitality Services
The racecourse provides excellent facilities for families and friends, racegoers and novices and is an ideal venue to host a corporate hospitality function. Curragh is also home of many thoroughbreds and houses approximately 50 trainers who provide first class training on a daily basis. Given below are details for facilities and other hospitality services at The Curragh.


Bars and Restaurants

- The Horseshoe Restaurant at the Curragh is one of the finest restaurants in Irish Racing with premier services available.

- Just inside the main entrance, The Champagne Bar & Bistro is situated known for its warm environment and an excellent selection of cuisine.

- Having a hot beef counter, The Curragh View Bar have clear views over the course and finishing post.

- The Vintage Crop Bar and Horace Pinks Bar offer soothing traditional live Irish music every race day making it its specialty.

- Located on the Premier Level of the Grandstand, The Balcony Bar and Cafe offers a variety of hot drinks and quality snacks.

- Weeping Thaiger Outlet serves mouth watering Thai food, together with quality coffee and ice cream.

- Close to the Thaiger is Silks Self Service Restaurant that serves top class hot meals and snacks from 12 noon on every race day.

- A fast food stand by Dan Dooley's has top quality fast food and many high quality sandwich bars are located on premises.


Private Suites
Guests can enjoy a comfortable environment in the private suites overlooking the finishing straight. These suites provide a clear view of the track.

Derby Pavilion
Derby Pavilion offers excellent in-field area close by the finishing post as well as classic environment in which to entertain your guests.

Marquees
Marquees accommodates around 1500 people with parking area close by and easy access to all areas of the racecourse.

Derby Club Room
This delightful split-level room is the Curragh's hospitality unit. With views down the finishing straight, Derby Club Room is the best possible venue for entertaining friends or colleagues. It has a capacity of up to 200 guests.

Panoramic Suites
This superb individual glass-fronted suite overlooks the finishing straight. The suites have a shared balcony and they can be opened to make a larger room by removing the slide partitions to accommodate up to 70 guests.

St. Leger Suite and Guineas Suite are also popular venues at the Curragh.