Racing Breaks

Swinton Park is conveniently situated close to some of the best race courses in the country and the racing town of Middleham is only a few miles away, with training gallops on the breathtakingly beautiful Wensleydale moors.

The race days for York, Ripon and Thirsk are listed on our Calendar of Events page, and we offer a Racing Break Package which can be tailor made to suit your particular requirements.

The usual format for on a race day includes a morning trip to the local stables and exercise gallops at Middleham, a late morning brunch, entry to the races and transport.

The standard package costs in the region of £95 per person, which will vary depending on the race meeting and the number in the group sharing transport. York and Wetherby racecourse are about a 50 minute drive, Ripon, Catterick and Thirsk about 30 minutes. Any accommodation costs will be an additional charge.

If you would like us to organise a Racing Break Package for you, or if you would like to book one as a gift voucher, please do not hesitate to contact reception.

RIPON RACES Two-for-One Ticket Offer
During the 2012 season, guests staying at Swinton Park can enjoy a "Two for One" offer on tickets at Ripon Racecourse meaning a pre-booked price of £19 for two people on a standard day (usual price £38) or £22 for two people on a feature day (usual price £44).*

2012 Race dates are :
April
Thursday 19th
Saturday 28th
May
Friday 11th (eve)
Sunday 20th (family day)
Tuesday 29th
June
Wednesday 6th (eve)
Wednesday 20th (eve)
Thursday 21st (Ladies' Day)
July
Monday 9th (eve)
Saturday 21st
August
Monday 6th (Children's Day)
Tuesday 7th (eve)
Saturday 18th
Monday 27th (Bank Holiday)
Tuesday 28th
September
Saturday 29th

For further details please visit the Ripon Races website.

*This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other ticket reductions or offers and is purely at the prices stated. The entire booking needs to be made through Swinton Park