Doncaster Racecourse
Home of St Leger Festival
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, Doncaster Racecourse is one of Britain’s oldest and most historic racing venues, with centuries of racing heritage and some of the biggest fixtures on the British Flat racing calendar.
The racecourse is best known as the home of the Betfred St Leger Stakes, the oldest of Britain’s five Classics. First run in 1776, the famous race has become synonymous with Doncaster and traditionally provides the final Classic of the British Flat racing season.
The 2026 running produced another historic moment when Highwayman claimed the Betfred St Leger for trainer Joseph O’Brien. Saffie Osborne rode the colt to victory, becoming the first female jockey to win a British Classic.
Alongside the St Leger Festival, Doncaster Racecourse hosts a varied programme of racing throughout the year. Major fixtures include the Lincoln at the beginning of the Flat season and the Futurity Trophy, the final Group 1 contest of the British Flat season.
With excellent facilities, premium hospitality and a fantastic race day atmosphere, Doncaster Racecourse provides an outstanding setting for corporate entertaining, client hospitality and special occasions with friends and family.
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Doncaster Racecourse Hospitality 2027
The Betfred St Leger Festival will return to Doncaster Racecourse from Thursday 9th to Sunday 12th September 2027.
Four days of high-quality Flat racing will once again take centre stage at Town Moor, with Ladies Day opening the meeting on Thursday before Gents Day on Friday. The festival reaches its sporting highlight with Betfred St Leger Day on Saturday, before the four-day meeting concludes on Sunday.
At the centre of the festival is the Group 1 Betfred St Leger Stakes. First staged in 1776, the race is the oldest Classic in Britain and forms the final leg of the British Triple Crown alongside the 2,000 Guineas and the Epsom Derby.
The St Leger has attracted generations of outstanding horses, jockeys and trainers to Doncaster, helping establish the festival as one of the highlights of the British racing calendar.
Eventmasters offers a range of premium hospitality options for the Betfred St Leger Festival, allowing guests to combine world-class racing with exceptional food, drinks and excellent views of the action.
Hospitality experiences at Doncaster Racecourse include Private Boxes and premium restaurant packages such as the Conduit Restaurant, Home Straight Restaurant, Sky Garden Restaurant and Triple Crown Restaurant.
Whether entertaining important clients, rewarding employees or celebrating a special occasion, hospitality at Doncaster Racecourse provides an excellent way to experience one of the biggest meetings of the racing season.
Secure your Doncaster Racecourse Hospitality for the 2027 Betfred St Leger Festival with Eventmasters.
Eventmasters provide a range of Doncaster hospitality packages for you to entertain your important clients and guests at the fabulous Doncaster Racecourse. Our mission is to make sure visitors experience the event in VIP style as they indulge in luxury diners, and delicious afternoon teas and network with essential clients over champagne receptions.
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History of the Racecourse
Doncaster Racecourse, also known as Town Moore course, is considered one of the oldest and biggest racecourses in Britain.
The venue is owned by the largest racecourse operator in the UK, Arena Racing Company. Doncaster has been hosting horse racing events since the 16th century. In fact, during 1600, the company decided to end the racecourses due to hooliganism. However, the decision was overturned in 1614, when the corporation had to mark out a race to avoid failure.
St Leger Festival was first organised in 1776 when Colonel Anthony St. Leger found a race that involved five horses running. The race is still in existence today and is known as the oldest classic race in the world.
During the First World War, Doncaster was also used for military purposes, so Newmarket hosted all substitute races from 1915 to 1918.
Racecourse Redevelopment
Doncaster Racecourse underwent a £34 million redevelopment project, and the venue has never looked so great. In the centre of the new development, racegoers can now view an exceptional five-storey grandstand.  The main stand offers new luxury private suits and a wide range of facilities for food and drinks and classy dining experiences.
Travelling to Doncaster Racecourse
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How do I get to Doncaster Racecourse by car?
You can find the Doncaster Racecourse just off Junction 32 of the M1 motorway, junction 3 or 4 of the M18, junction 36 of the M1M and you can also access the venue from the M62 road. Parking at the racecourse is free in Car Park C and outside of the Leger Festival.
How do I get to Doncaster Racecourse by train?
The closest train station to the Doncaster Racecourse is Doncaster Train Station, which is a half hour walk (1.5 miles) away from the venue. Trains run regularly to and from this station. If you do not want to walk, there are several shuttle bus services in the local area that will take you to the racecourse.
How do I get to Doncaster Racecourse by bus?
Buses are available via the Frenchgate Interchange that stop next to the Doncaster Racecourse. These bus services are running from B3 (left of the Doncaster Train Station Concourse) on a regular basis approximately every 15 minutes. The specific services available are the: 21, 25, 29, 98 and 99.
How do I get to Doncaster Racecourse by shuttle bus?
There is also a shuttle bus service on offer between the Doncaster Exchange and Racecourse for all races. Shuttle bus services will begin at the Doncaster Interchange around half an hour ahead of the Racecourse gates opening and services will continue until just a few moments after the penultimate race of the day has concluded.
Doncaster Racecourse FAQs
Where is Doncaster Racecourse located?
Doncaster Racecourse is located on Leger Way in Doncaster, South Yorkshire.
The historic venue is one of Britain’s best-known racecourses and hosts a varied programme of Flat racing throughout the year, including the prestigious Betfred St Leger Festival.
What major racing events take place at Doncaster Racecourse?
Doncaster Racecourse hosts several major fixtures across the British Flat racing season.
The biggest is the Betfred St Leger Festival, which features the historic Betfred St Leger Stakes. Other significant fixtures include the Lincoln and the Futurity Trophy, which is traditionally the final Group 1 race of the British Flat season.
What is the Betfred St Leger Festival?
The Betfred St Leger Festival is a four-day racing meeting held annually at Doncaster Racecourse.
The meeting features high-quality Flat racing throughout the week and culminates with one of the most historic contests in the sport, the Betfred St Leger Stakes.
First run in 1776, the St Leger is the oldest of Britain’s five Classics and traditionally the final Classic of the season.
When does the Betfred St Leger Festival take place in 2027?
The 2027 Betfred St Leger Festival will take place at Doncaster Racecourse from Thursday 9th to Sunday 12th September 2027.
Ladies Day takes place on Thursday 9th September, followed by Gents Day on Friday 10th September. Betfred St Leger Day takes centre stage on Saturday 11th September before the meeting concludes on Sunday 12th September.
When is Betfred St Leger Day in 2027?
Betfred St Leger Day will take place on Saturday 11th September 2027.
The day’s feature race is the Group 1 Betfred St Leger Stakes, one of the most historic contests on the British racing calendar.
Who won the most recent Betfred St Leger Stakes?
Highwayman won the 2026 Betfred St Leger Stakes for trainer Joseph O’Brien.
The victory also made history for jockey Saffie Osborne, who became the first female jockey to win a British Classic.
What hospitality packages are available at Doncaster Racecourse?
Eventmasters offers a selection of hospitality experiences for the Betfred St Leger Festival at Doncaster Racecourse.
Options include Private Box Hospitality and premium restaurant experiences such as the Conduit Restaurant, Home Straight Restaurant, Sky Garden Restaurant and Triple Crown Restaurant.
Packages and inclusions vary depending on the selected hospitality experience and raceday.
What is included with Doncaster Racecourse Hospitality?
Hospitality packages can include premium racecourse admission, access to exclusive hospitality facilities, dining, drinks, dedicated tables, racecards and excellent views of the racing.
Specific inclusions vary between packages, allowing guests to choose an experience suited to their occasion and requirements.
Is hospitality available for the Betfred St Leger Festival?
Yes. Eventmasters offers premium hospitality for selected days of the Betfred St Leger Festival at Doncaster Racecourse.
Guests can enjoy excellent race viewing, premium food and drinks and dedicated hospitality facilities while attending one of the biggest meetings of the British Flat racing season.
Can I book Doncaster Racecourse Hospitality for corporate entertaining?
Yes. Doncaster Racecourse Hospitality is an excellent option for corporate entertaining, client hospitality, networking and employee rewards.
The combination of top-class racing and premium hospitality provides an outstanding environment in which to entertain valued guests.
Are Doncaster Racecourse Hospitality Packages suitable for private groups?
Yes. Hospitality packages are available for both corporate and private groups.
Whether celebrating a birthday or special occasion, attending with friends and family or simply looking to enhance your race day, there are several hospitality experiences available at Doncaster Racecourse.
How do I enquire about Doncaster Racecourse Hospitality?
Complete the enquiry form on this page or contact the Eventmasters team to discuss hospitality availability for upcoming Doncaster Racecourse meetings.
Our dedicated team can help you find a hospitality package suited to your group, occasion and preferred raceday.
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