Chester Racecourse

Chester Racecourse is an all year round leisure destination.

With an ever increasing diary of events the historic Roodee has something to entertain all tastes, budgets and ages.

The new sophisticated 1539 Restaurant with panoramic views over the racecourse is open every day of the year. It has a corporate lounge area, accessed via a spiral staircase, providing sporting enthusiasts with the opportunity to watch a whole array of events on flat screen televisions and from the comfort of leather sofas.

An outside decking area offers alfresco dining during the summer months and 1539 prides itself on only using the finest British produce.

The latest addition to the calendar at Chester Racecourse is The Barclays Wealth British Masters Invitational. This is a unique show jumping event which will be staged at the end of next month.

The two day festival is aimed at changing the image of show jumping for years to come. The traditional red jackets will be replaced with polo shirts and betting will be introduced on the course.

Many Olympic hopefuls, including 40 of Britain's top riders, will also take part in the event. It is hoped this will be the first of many festivals of its type to take place in both this country and abroad.