Wetherby Racecourse work closely with the local community
Wetherby Town has had a long-standing relationship with the Racecourse and the Racecourse Executive recruit staff from the local area and use local suppliers whenever possible.
Local Community
Wetherby Town
Wetherby is an historical Market Town located on the River Wharfe and for centuries it has been an important crossing point and staging post along the A1 Great North Road being exactly equi-distant between London and Edinburgh.
Racing has been held in and around Wetherby since Roman days and its strong links to the community have been recognised in the Granite horse that now proudly jumps a serpentine limestone wall on the main roundabout connecting Wetherby with the A1 and Leeds. For the full story of the Wetherby Granite Horse please click this link
For information on local amenities and where to stay, please contact Wetherby Tourist Information Centre on 01937 583144
Or try Trip Advisor, which offers first-hand reviews, good about hotels, restaurants, and places of interest.
Community Card
What is a Community Card?
Launched in April 2012 the Community Card is our way of saying thank you to our local residents, by way of offering them discounts and offers to future events at the Racecourse.
How much does it cost?
The Community Card is absolutely FREE, simply submit our on-line application and we will send your cards out to you in the post.
If you have lost or misplaced your Community Card please DO NOT re-register, instead either call the office or contact us via email.
Should your card be lost or stolen, then we ask that this is reported to the Racecourse Office. Replacement cards will be issued at the discretion of the Racecourse Management. An administration fee of £5.00 will be charged for each replacement card/s issued and posted out.
Who is eligible to apply for a Community Card?
To apply you have to be a resident or have a business address within the following postcode areas:
LS22 or LS23 or YO26 7** (Sorry no other YO26 postcodes are eligible)
Residential applications will receive TWO cards per household and Business applications will receive FOUR cards per Business address.
How do I use my Card?
When you receive your cards, keep them in a safe place. Each card is uniquely numbered and registered to the named card holder (the person who submitted the form). Keep checking this website page and click the link at the top of the page to view details of the latest offers. We will also email you when we have a new offer running. All you have to do is show your card on entry, each card allows one adult the advertised offer or discount. You do not need to hand the card over, you retain it and that way you have it safe to use the next time, and the time after that and the time after that…
Community Card Offers
Important: Offers on this page are exclusive to our Community Card Holders. Specific terms and conditions may apply; please ensure you read the offer details carefully. You must present your Community Card to obtain the offer or discount. If you have any questions please contact us at: info@wetherbyracing.co.uk
Friday 22nd June – Party in the Paddock – Evening Meeting
We are offering a special discount to Community Card Holders for this meeting. Details will be sent out by email shortly.
Saturday 8th December 2018 – FREE Raceday
FREE ENTRY to the Paddock Enclosure on production of your Community Card
How do I gain entry on the FREE raceday?
Simply bring your Community Card with you and show it at the turnstile to gain entry. Each community card admits one person at the specified discounted price or for FREE (Where applicable). Not to be used in conjunction with any other offers or concessions.
How do I purchase discounted entry for special offers?
We will send details of any special offers and the purchase policy for that offer, via email directly to our Community Card Holders. Generally special offers will be available on advance online purchase only, and your tickets will be retained for collection on the day of racing. You must produce your Community Card in order to collect your tickets on the day.
Can I bring children to the races?
Don’t forget that accompanied children aged 17 and under are admitted FREE of charge to every Wetherby race fixture.
If you have lost or mis-placed your Community Card please do not re-register, instead either call the office or contact us via email.
If you have any questions about the offer or about the Community Card in general, please call us on 01937 582035 or email us via this link
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Thank you
Community Card Application
The only way to apply for a Community Card is via our online application form below. Simply fill in some basic name and address information and providing you are eligible the cards will be on their way.
You should receive an automated email to say that you have submitted an order for your Community Card and you will receive the cards in the post within the next 5-10 days.
If you have any questions or require any additional information please email us at: community@wetherbyracing.co.uk
Public Access & Dog Walking
We pride ourselves on maintaining a good relationship with our local community and as well as our Community Card initiative for racedays, host many events at the Racecourse for local organisations and charities.
Our main gates are usually open Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.30am and 5.00pm and we accept that local residents will want to walk their dogs and/or exercise within our grassed car park areas.
However we would advise, that outside of these times you do not park vehicles within the Racecourse grounds, as the gates could be locked at any time.
Whilst on-site, please do not venture onto the racetrack or within any of the Enclosures and keep dogs under control at all times. It goes without saying that we would expect dog owners to pick up after their dogs.
Back to TopThe Wetherby Steeplechase Committee Ltd,
The Racecourse, York Road, Wetherby,
West Yorkshire, LS22 5EJ
Tel. 01937 582 035
Fax. 01937 588 021
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