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Planning a trip to Chester Racecourse for 2025? You've found the perfect destination.
Chester Racecourse, known as the Roodee, is the oldest continuously used racecourse in the UK, set along the scenic banks of the River Dee. It’s home to thrilling race days, including the famous Boodles May Festival, summer race days, and family-friendly events throughout the year.
Village Hotel Chester St. David’s is just a short drive from the racecourse, so there’s no need to “horse around” getting home after a fantastic day at the races!
Our hotel has everything under one roof so guests can enjoy a pre-race drink at our lively Pub & Grill, kick back in our super comfy beds, unwind in our heated pool and state of the art gym, and tuck into a delicious breakfast the next morning. We also offer on-site parking for added convenience.
One of our tips for the Chester Races, to ensure you have a great time, is to make a royally good weekend of it! There's so much to see and do near Chester racecourse, you're going to need more than just one night! Explore nearby attractions such as Chester Zoo, Chester Roman Tours, Loggerheads Country Park, Cheshire Oaks and more!
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Hold onto your hats, you're in for a great ride! Our hotel is a short drive from the Chester Racecourse. A comfy bed, great shower and nifty gadgets come as standard, but there’s more to Village than our bedrooms.
You’ll find great food & drink, a state of the art gym & pool, coworking space and more - all under one roof, and all near the racecourse
CHESTER RACECOURSE 2025 EVENTS
Grab your best hat and get ready to dress to impress! There are some great events at Chester Racecourse for 2025 - here's what's on! Already have tickets? Book your Chester Races accommodation today!
July
- Ibiza Classics Evening - 11-July-25
- Supersonic Saturday - 12-July-25
- Midsummer Meeting - 26-July-25
August
- Family Fun Day - 3-August-25
- Powells Jewellery Ladies Day - 30-August-25
September
- Autumn Festival Friday - 12-September-25
- Autumn Festival Saturday - 13-September-25
- Oktoberfest Season Finale - 20-September-25
Grab your best hat and get ready to dress to impress! There are some great events at Chester Racecourse for 2025 - here's what's on! Already have tickets? Book your Chester Races accommodation today!
July
- Ibiza Classics Evening - 11-July-25
- Supersonic Saturday - 12-July-25
- Midsummer Meeting - 26-July-25
August
- Family Fun Day - 3-August-25
- Powells Jewellery Ladies Day - 30-August-25
September
- Autumn Festival Friday - 12-September-25
- Autumn Festival Saturday - 13-September-25
- Oktoberfest Season Finale - 20-September-25
OUR HOTELS NEAR CHESTER RACECOURSE
Village Hotel Chester St David´s
St David's Park, Ewloe, Flintshire, Nr Chester, CH5 3YB, United Kingdom.
20 minutes away from Chester Racecourse.
Village Hotel Wirral
Pool Lane, Bromborough, Wirral, CH62 4UE, United Kingdom.
30 minutes away from Chester Racecourse.
CHESTER
ZOO
WHAT'S NEARBY?
See over 35,000 extraordinary animals from huge asian elephants to tiny meerkats at Chester Zoo. The zoo has many popular exhibits and habitats waiting to be explored, Caribbean Flamingos, Asian Elephants and Chimpanzees to name a few. Learn all about your favourite animal and get hands on at one of the animal experiences where you can try your hand at being a zoo keeper for the day!
Location: Chester CH2 1EU
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CHESTER ROMAN
TOUR
WHAT'S NEARBY?
Take an insightful walk through Roman Chester, with an authentic Roman tour guide. Transport back 2,000 years and learn all about the hidden history of Chester, explore Britain's biggest Roman fortress, Deva. Don’t forget to check out the famous city walls. Built almost 2000 years ago Chester’s city walls are the oldest in Britain.
Location: Grosvenor St, Chester CH1 2DD
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LOGGERHEADS
COUNTRY PARK
WHAT'S NEARBY?
Loggerheads is a stunning country park, with a wooded river valley running alongside the River Alyn, dramatic cliffs, caves and outcrops to explore. The park has two historic landmarks, Pentre Mill corn mill, and Devil’s Gorge, and was also a key location for lead mining and quarrying. Visitors can relax and enjoy a picnic at the on site Tea Gardens.
Location: Ruthin Road, Mold, CH7 5LH
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CHESHIRE
OAKS
WHAT'S NEARBY?
The UKs biggest designer outlet, Cheshire Oaks is a shoppers paradise, with over 140 boutiques and restaurants to discover. Shop iconic brands, including Kate Spade, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, and stop for a bite to eat at one of the outlets 15 eateries, including Carluccios and Wagamama. There’s something for everyone to enjoy with a cinema, Tenpin Bowling and Paradise Island Adventure Golf nearby
Ellesmere Port CH65 9JJ
spaceChester Races FAQs
Just 15 minutes by car — it’s a convenient base for race day stays with quick access to the track.
Yes, we provide on-site parking at our Chester hotel, even during busy race days.
Yes, Village Hotel Chester St. David’s is well positioned for both, just outside the city centre and a short drive from the racecourse.