We can't wait to welcome you to Doncaster Racecourse. Ahead of the gates opening, here's a list of everything you need to know ahead of the 2023 Betfred St Leger Community Fun Day
Gates, refreshments and race schedule:
11:50
- Grandstand, County, and Premier gates open
- Bars open
- Food Court opens
13:50
First Race Begins (Hippo Carpet Protector Handicap)
14:25
Second Race Begins (Betfred City Of Doncaster Handicap)
15:00
Third race begins (Vickers.Bet Leger Legends Classified Stakes)
15:35
Fourth race begins (Japan Racing Association Sceptre Fillies’ Stakes)
16:10
Fifth race begins (Betfred Scarborough Stakes)
16:45
Sixth race begins (I Love Julie Parkes Nursery)
17:20
Seventh race begins (KC Sofas Michael Charnock Memorial Handicap)
Leger Legends Charity Race
First run in 2010, the St Leger Legends horse race is the only British charity race for ex-professional jockeys. Previous winners include horse racing industry legends AP McCoy, Joseph O'Brien, Brian Harding, and Julie Krone.
This race is a great opportunity to see some retired jockeys back in the saddle. The 2023 star-studded jockey line up includes:
- Tom Scudamore
- Kieren Fallon
- Davy Russell
- Richard Johnson
- Seb Sanders
- Robbie Power
- Megan Nicholls
- Gary Bardwell
- Jamie Osbourne
- Mark Enright
- Will Kennedy
- Gay Kelleway
- Mattie Batchelor
- Adrian Nicholls
- Russ Kennemore
- Paul Hanagan
- Jason Edmunds
Entertainment
11:50
- Live pianist in Reception
- DJ – Kids Disco
- Colouring
- Air Ambulance Simulator
- Fire Engine
- Face Painting
- Colouring
- Live DJ after racing for approximately 60 minutes on the champagne lawn
- Roving Museum
Discovering Stage Timings
Thomas Pywell 12:00
Katherine 12:35
James Taplin 13:00
Martin Clarridge 13:25
Laura’s Dance Company 15:40
Charlotte Hannah 17:35
Arcade 18:00
Ticket prices on the gate:
(increased on advance prices)
- Adult grandstand admission: £36
- County Enclosure admission: £76
- Premier Enclosure admission: £76
Transport
A shuttle bus is in operation, providing to and from trips to the racecourse from Doncaster Interchange.
Parking
- Parking is available on site
- Car Park A – For hospitality, Annual Members and Owner and Trainers, £10 (Hospitality bookers get 1 free space per two customers, Annual Members & Annual Box holders get free parking with car window sticker, Owners & Trainers get free parking through their PASS card or QR code entry)
- Carpark C will be available for on the day parking at £7 per car. Please be aware only card payments are accepted.
- Blue Badge holders can park free of charge.
Security checks
Security checks will take place on entry. Please bring nothing larger than an A4-sized bag.
Other useful information
- Chairs, tables, umbrellas or parasols cannot be bought on-site.
- Picnics cannot be bought on-site.
- Doncaster Racecourse is a cashless venue. However, on-site bookmakers will take cash.
Questions on raceday
If you have any questions on raceday, we have a fantastic team ready to assist you. Head to our Guest Experience Desk (located at the main County entrance) and we'll be happy to help.
Finally, be kind. The team is working hard to give you the best day possible. We look forward to welcoming you to Doncaster Racecourse.
