Guide to Cartmel Racecourse 272m26
Allegedly started by Monks in the 15th Century (who raced mules), Cartmel is renowned for its August Bank Holiday meeting, where it not only provides quality Jump racing, but a Fun Fair as well. This is one of the most popular UK meetings every year. 4k172i
Cartmel Races News from Eclipse 57253z
Straight from the Horses' Mouth... Cartmel Racecourse News 2up
Go Racing at Cartmel Racecourse 6q1g3q
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Famous Fun Fair 4e1e5y
Cartmel is renowned for its massive August Bank Holiday meeting, where it not only provides quality Jump racing, but a Fun Fair as well. This is one of the most popular meetings every year.
Steeple to Steeple Chases 625q4q
Set against the backdrop of the Lake District, the atmosphere is probably the closest you’ll get to the original social gathering tradition of the steeple to steeple chases in England.
Mule-Racing Monks… 2x271q
Supposedly racing at Cartmel was started by Monks in the 15th Century, who entertained themselves by racing mules.
Important Races/Festivals 4y104y
July – Cumbria Crystal Cup
Directions 4m1q1x
Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel, Nr Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria LA11 6QF.
- Road: Leave the M6 at Junction 36 and follow the A591 then A590 towards Barrow in Furness for about 10 miles. The last few miles to Cartmel are along narrow country lanes so allow extra time on racedays.
- Rail: A shuttle bus goes to the course from Cark-in-Cartmel and Grange-over-Sands railway stations on racedays.
- Website: www.cartmel-racecourse.co.uk
- Telephone: 01539 536340.
