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Ladbrokes retains top rights on Down Royal Festival Racecard

Down Royal is under starters orders for the most prestigious fixture in its racing calendar with Ladbrokes, one of the world’s leading betting and gaming operators, retaining title naming rights. On Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th November, the Ladbrokes Festival of Racing will see the retail bookmaker strengthen its relationship with Down Royal as they […]

‘Mane’ sponsor Musgrave NI makes triumphant return to Down Royal for night at the races

Members of the public are being encouraged to secure their tickets for a brilliant night of National Hunt horse racing next month as Musgrave NI return as title sponsor at Down Royal Racecourse. Leading convenience retailer and wholesaler Musgrave is a family-owned business with a 146-year heritage. It is well known for supporting communities across […]

Italian stallion of flat racing, Frankie Dettori, set to take to the saddle at Down Royal

Frankie Dettori to race in Northern Ireland for the first time in his 35 year racing career. The Italian stallion of flat race jockeys and one of the most decorated sportsmen of all time, is set to make his Northern Ireland racing debut at Down Royal Racecourse next month. Frankie Dettori MBE, Longines World’s Best […]

RECRUITING – GROUNDSPERSON FULL-TIME ROLE

Down Royal Racecourse is seeking a Groundsperson to join the track team, where responsibilities include the provision of a safe racing surface and excellent facilities for all race meetings. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation and restoration of the racing surface through:– Timely and effective post-racecourse repair– Appropriate grass cutting– Careful use of machinery– Regular […]

Down Royal Racecourse is seeking an Events and Office Coordinator.

This is an exciting permanent opportunity for an individual who wishes to develop a career in this sector. Based in Lisburn, the Events and Office Coordinator will provide general administrative duties and support for the organisation. Duties will include: Assist in the planning and operations of events and meetings. Manage the online ticketing software package […]

Younique Aesthetics announced as sponsor of Best Dressed at Down Royal Summer Festival of Racing

The hotly anticipated Down Royal Summer Festival of Racing is set to return on the 23rd and 24th June with Younique Aesthetics sponsoring the Ladies Day ‘Best Dressed Lady Competition’, adding to what will be an extraordinary weekend full of entertainment for racegoers, socialites and fashionistas alike. With the BoyleSports Ulster Derby (Premier Handicap) and […]

Shortcross Gin the right mix for Down Royal as they renew partnership

Down Royal Racecourse has renewed its partnership with Northern Ireland’s leading craft spirit, Shortcross Gin. The agreement will see the Co. Down-based company become the racecourse’s exclusive Irish Gin partner, giving the brand naming rights for Down Royal’s premium hospitality suite. ‘The Shortcross Gin Suite’ will give the brand a presence amongst the 50,000 racegoers […]

BoyleSports to sponsor Summer Festival of Racing at Down Royal

Ireland’s largest independent bookmaker, BoyleSports, is set to sponsor the highly anticipated Summer Festival of Racing at Down Royal Racecourse following the signing of a new 3-year contract. One of the most colourful dates in the racing calendar, this partnership gives BoyleSports exclusive naming rights to two celebrated races at the Summer Festival as well […]

Britvic Northern Ireland Saddles Up as Down Royal’s Exclusive Soft Drinks Partner

Down Royal Racecourse has announced soft drinks brand, Britvic is set to return to Down Royal as its exclusive soft drinks partner. The renewed partnership will see Britvic Northern Ireland become the racecourse’s exclusive soft drinks partner throughout the 2023 racing calendar, with its iconic mixer brand Club Mixers the official sponsor of the May […]

Down Royal Races Ahead with Best Tourism Business Award

Down Royal Racecourse has been awarded the Best Tourism Business at the Lisburn and Castlereagh City Business Awards 2023. The award recognises Down Royal as an outstanding contributor of local tourism to the Lisburn and Castlereagh region, and acknowledges its work in enhancing the profile of the local area. Sponsored by Lisburn and Castlereagh City […]

Down Royal Racecourse Announce Friends of Parkview as 2023 Charity Partner

Down Royal Racecourse has announced Friends of Parkview, the charitable organisation which supports Parkview Special School, as its official Charity Partner for 2023. Friends of Parkview, together with Down Royal will partner to raise funds to help improve the school’s on-site hydrotherapy pool, a facility that is essential for the health and well-being of its […]

Down Royal Announces Bluegrass Horse Feed as Official Sponsor of St Patrick’s Day Fixture

Down Royal Racecourse has announced Bluegrass Horse Feed, equine nutrition specialist, as the official sponsor of this year’s upcoming St Patrick’s Day race meeting. Having partnered with Bluegrass on a number of occasions, Down Royal is once again delighted to welcome the Bluegrass team back to the racecourse in 2023. Bluegrass is renowned for manufacturing […]