About Us

About Us

 
The Ballinrobe Races is a real family event. Entertaining families since 1921 at this racecourse, we pride ourselves on our racing heritage coupled with a tangible appreciation of the future. In recent times, investment of approximately E4.5m has brought our state-of-the-art facilities in line with the best.

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Race Day Hospitality

Race Day Hospitality

 
“A lovely atmosphere. A great place to go.”   Conor O’Dwyer, top National Hunt jockey.     We love holding race events in Ballinrobe. That’s why we do it! That’s why we’ve been doing it for over 90 years. We look forward to offering you western hospitality with a smile. Come for the racing – [...]

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Racing to the future

Racing to the future

 
BALLINROBE Races are woven into the fabric of community and sporting life in the west of Ireland. It has a unique atmosphere. They come to enjoy the Races, but there is so much more to it than that. It is a gathering of the people, a chance to trade opinions and banter on a wide [...]

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Ladies Day announced for 2010

Ladies Day announced for 2010

 
The date for Ballinrobe Ladies Day 2010 has just been announced – it will take place on Tuesday, June 22nd.This will coincide with the grand opening of our new facilities. Littlewoods Ireland have kindly come on board as sponsors of our Ladies Day with generous sponsorship. The winner’s prize will reach a value of €2,000, [...]

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Corporate Packages

Corporate Packages

 
“Great facilities and always a great atmosphere.” Barry Geraghty, top National Hunt jockey. “A very well-run, dual-purpose track with great facilities.” Edward O’Grady, top Irish trainer Facilities: Balcony viewing area Dinner seating for 160 corporate guests Reserved seating for 50 people Tote betting facilities Luxurious Pavilion providing 260 square metres of cover Nine meetings annually [...]

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The Trade

The Trade

 
“It is a fast and very competitive track with excellent facilities. An excellent job has been done on the weigh room which is very much appreciated.” Pat Smullen, top flat jockey. “A very well-run, dual-purpose track with great facilities.” Edward O’Grady, top Irish trainer. “Great facilities and always a great atmosphere.” Barry Geraghty, top National [...]

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