The Yorkshire Christmas Meeting

It's as traditional as turkey and tinsel... Since 1940 folk have been enjoying the Yorkshire Christmas Meeting at Wetherby. Join the ritual..

Thursday 26th December features a seven race card with the highlight race being the Rowland Meyrick Handicap Chase.  There will be live music in the enclosures and additional public marquee facilities will be available within the Paddock Enclosure.

Gates open at 10.00am and the first race is currently scheduled for 12.10pm, with the last race at 3.35pm.

This is a really busy day so we advise that you get here nice and early to avoid traffic; complimentary mulled wine and mince pies will keep the early birds warm!

We offer admission packages to suit all budgets and accompanied children aged 17 and under are admitted totally free of charge.  Parking is also free of charge at the Racecourse.

Our best prices for Boxing Day are available online in advance of the raceday and discounts close on 6th December.

Please be aware that Premier Enclosure admissions will sell out on advance sale.  So be quick if you want to guarantee your Premier Enclosure badges.

Paddock and Course Enclosure admissions will be available to purchase at the turnstiles on the day of racing.

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Day two of the Yorkshire Christmas Meeting and the Festive fun continues!

A six-race card featuring the Castleford Handicap Chase.  Gates open from 10.00am and the first race is currently scheduled for 12.30pm with the last race at 3.30pm.

There will be live music in the enclosures and additional public marquee facilities will be available within the Paddock Enclosure.

We offer admission packages to suit all budgets and accompanied children aged 17 and under are admitted totally free of charge.  Parking is also free of charge at the Racecourse.

Premier admission may sell out in advance of the raceday and our advance booking discounts close on 6th December.   So don’t delay, book yours today!

Paddock and Course Enclosure admissions will be available to purchase at the turnstiles on the day of racing.

Book Now

Enjoy your day in style and enjoy first-class hospitality.

Our hospitality suites and restaurants are all located within the Wetherby Millennium Stand and Premier Enclosure.

A summary of packages and availability is below, but please visit our Hospitality & Dining section of the website for detailed information.

PRIVATE SUITES

Parties of 13 or  more can be accommodated in a luxurious Private Suite on either our Montagu or Meyrick Packages.  Priced from £148 per person.

PLATINUM DINE & VIEW

Smaller parties of between 2-12 guests can be accommodated in our trackside viewing,  Platinum Dine & View Suite priced at £167.50 per person.

The package includes VIP admission, reserved parking, racecards, racing papers, private table, reception drink and canapes, four-course grand buffet luncheon, half a bottle of wine and mineral water to the table.

WHITE ROSE RESTAURANT

Smaller parties of between 2-12 guests can be accommodated in our A La Carte Restaurant that offers a superb base for the day to escape the crowds. This is a not a viewing restaurant, Racecourse television is installed and tote betting is close to hand.  To watch live racing you will need to go downstairs to the Premier Grandstand.

During the Christmas Meeting we offer a package at £56.00 which includes a private table reservation, racecard and three-course meal with coffee. Racegoers will also need a Premier Enclosure admission (Or equivalent) to access the Racecourse and Premier Enclosure, priced at £33 each.

To enquire about availability or to book any of the Hospitality Packages above please Contact Us

PREMIER PLUS

Our Premier Plus package is only available on selected fixtures.  The package includes Premier admission and early exclusive access to the ‘1891’ bar in the Millennium West Stand, it also includes a race-programme, tipster talk, complimentary drink and light brunch from the ‘1891’ Bistro.  Priced at £57.00 per person for the Christmas Meeting.

We only have 100 Premier Plus Packages available so don’t delay – Book yours today!

Join the 100 Club!

An exclusive on-line offer, limited to just 100 packages on selected racedays during the season, including both days of the Yorkshire Christmas Meeting.

Premier Plus offers an upgrade to the Premier Enclosure which includes exclusive access to the New ‘1891’ Bar in the Millennium West Stand.  The package also includes a race programme, pre-race tipster talk, complimentary drink and Bistro brunch or lunch voucher and is priced at £57 per person for the Christmas Meeting.

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