Ireland has a long tradition in these sports stretching back hundreds of years.
Tramore Racecourse
Tramore Races have been providing exciting entertainment for racing fans in southeast Ireland for more than 200 years. The 80-acre venue now boasts totally up-graded facilities with three car parks, two stands, and all-tarmac enclosures. Three bars, two restaurants ensure that all the family is well catered for. Corporate entertaining has become a feature of racing at Tramore where business and pleasure mix easily. The festival in August is still the highlight of the summer season in Waterford when over Four days of sponsored races, fashion, and serious socialising make it a week when many Waterford emigrants make their annual pilgrimage home to enjoy the festival atmosphere that is around the town as over 25,000 are expected to attend the races.
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Clonmel Racecourse
Clonmel Racecourse (Powerstown Park) has been a popular venue for horse racing for more than 150 years. It is recognised as a demanding National Hunt course with a stiff uphill climb followed by a gradual downhill run with an uphill finish. Viewing of racing from all points in the enclosure is exceptional. An abundance of mature trees and shrubs enhance the aesthetic quality of the 160 acre racecourse environment.
Youghal Greyhound Racing
Every Monday and Wednesday evening.
Newtown Farm is the ideal bed and breakfast accommodation for anyone looking to attend some of Ireland’s most exciting sporting events. Contact us to arrange your holiday accommodation today.