Musselburgh Racecourse

Location:
Just eight miles from the centre of Edinburgh, Musselburgh racecourse is easily accessible by plane, train or car. In fact, the racecourse is just a stone's throw from the beech, so if you fancy travelling by boat....

Buses to Musselburgh, from the centre of Edinburgh, leave from Princes Street. Look out for No.s 15 or 15a which stop on Linkfield Road or No.s 26 and 44 which stop in Musselburgh Highstreet.

Contact details and weblinks to travel providers in the area can be found in the Tartan Turf Directory

If you are travelling by car, head for the City bypass from the North or West, use the A1 and the A198 if you are travelling from the South. Visitors from the Borders are likely to head in from the A68 or A7.

Directions Using Multimap

Brief History:
Originally known as Edinburgh Races, with meetings held on Leith Sands, horseracing has been staged in the area for hundreds of years. Lord Rosebery was largely responsible for the move to the attractive meadows setting at Musselburgh, following complaints about the crowd at Leith becoming too rowdy.

The historic Musselburgh Links has been a venue for horse racing since 1816, during which time the course has seen many changes. One of the most recent courses to develop a jumping track, Musselburgh is one of two courses in Scotland that races both on the flat and over obstacles.

The racecourse management has also recently redeveloped the main grandstands, entrance and parade ring area, creating some of the best facilities for racegoers in the country. Future projects include a new stable yard and the addition of an all-weather track.

Local Facilities:
East Lothian is famous for it's Golf Courses, not least the Old Musselburgh Links which is situated in the centre of the track. However, if you prefer a more sedate holiday, there are plenty of other Local Attractions including a Whisky Distillery at Glenkinchie. East Lothian is also well served for Hotels, Guest Houses, Public Houses and Restaurants.

Our Tip:
Eat at the course. Whether you like a full three course meal or a simple sausage and chips, Musselburgh Racecourse offers a fantastic range of good quality catering at prices to suit all pockets.

2008 Fixtures:

Spring Jumps:

Wednesday 9th January

Wednesday 23rd January

Sunday 3rd February

Wednesday 13th February

Flat:

Sunday 23rd March

Friday 11th April

Friday 2nd May

Monday 19th May

Tuesday 20th May

Saturday 7th June

Friday 20th June

Monday evening 30th June

Monday 7th July

Thursday evening 31st July

Tuesday evening 12th August

Sunday 31st August

Monday 15th September

Sunday 28th September

Saturday 11th October

Friday 7th November

Autumn Jumps:

Friday 28th November

Monday 8th December

Sunday 14th December

Monday 29th December (New Year Sprint Day)

Don't Miss:

Ladies Day and the Scottish Sprint Cup in June. There will be prizes for the best dressed racegoers and loads of of entertainment in addition to top quality racing.

New Year Sprint Day - Monday 29th December. In addition to the jump racing, there is the world-famous amateur athletics event over 110 metres at the racecourse. It's lots of fun and sometimes the jockeys will come out and give the running a go too - which at least enables the horses to enjoy a short rest.

Admission Policy:
Admission costs just £15 to Musselburgh's single enclosure on all days except Saturdays when the price is £20. Students and OAP's are admitted from just £8 on weekdays (£10 on Saturdays).

For full details of prices, discounts for students and OAPs and details of how to save money by booking in advance, go to the Musselburgh website by clicking on the link below.

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Contact:
Musselburgh Racecourse
Linkfield Road
Musselburgh
East Lothian, EH21 7RG

Tel: 0131 6652859
e-mail: musselburghracecourse@eastlothian.gov.uk
Website: www.musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk

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