The highly anticipated Betfred St Leger Festival is making its grand return this September! Delivering amazing entertainment and a host of incredible hospitality packages at a range of price points to suite different budgets. The event promises to be bigger and better than ever with four days of jam-packed racing action and an array of delicious food and drink and exciting entertainment to match.
The first brand-new hospitality package for 2023 to be introduced by Doncaster Racecourse is ‘The Leger Start’, which can be purchased across the first three days of the festival. Situated opposite the Champagne Lawn, this bundle offers you a range of delectable food and drink outlets, washroom facilities and a dedicated drop off and pick-up point. This also includes a welcome drink and racecard, plus access to the live DJ post-party in the Grandstand Hall if you book on Saturday. Tickets for ‘The Leger Start’ hospitality are £99 per person.
In addition, you can experience the ultimate indulgence on Saturday 16th September during Betfred St Leger Stakes Day with the exclusive 'La Suite Giardino' hospitality package. Immerse yourself in a delightful Italian-inspired Garden Suite, strategically positioned for an unmatched view of the races. Delight your taste buds with a unique three-course menu, featuring delectable individual charcuterie boards, tantalizing pasta or pizza mains, and a trio of luscious Italian desserts. A selection of Poretti beer, prosecco, and carefully curated beverages, are also included in the package. Secure your spot for this premium package at just £225 per person. Book you Betfred St Leger Stakes Day hospitality package now!
At the brand new St Leger Community Funday on Sunday 17 September, tickets are also now on sale for the Garden Suite Sunday Lunch which allows attendees to indulge in the perfect fusion of excitement and relaxation, giving guests thrilling views of the racing action from the private balcony whilst enjoying the racecourse’s finest Sunday roast, and a delicious dessert. This package also includes hospitality admission, a private table for the day, and dedicated bar to avoid any queues. Tickets start from £59 for adults, and £30 for under 18s.
Moreover, families are able to purchase an early bird family package which grants grandstand admission for two adults and up to six children for as little as £25. This allows access to all public bars, eateries, and betting outlets with amazing views of the racing actions including the parade ring and pre-parade ring.
The festival spans across four action-packed days of racing, commencing with the Ladies Day on Thursday 14th September, and finishing with the spectacular St Leger Community Funday on Sunday 17th September. Additionally, Friday 15th September will see the return of the Betfred Doncaster Cup, whilst Saturday 16th September will hold the famous Betfred St Leger Stakes Day.
But that’s not all, with more entertainment across the weekend. Ladies’ Day will see the best of the festival’s fashion on show, giving entrants the chance to compete in the Style Awards and win up to £1,000 worth of prize money! Thursday will also see the arrival of the exclusive Jam Hot Showband, an international multi award-winning band, with vocalists, brass and strings, all making for a phenomenal performance.
During the Betfred Doncaster Cup on Friday 15th September, and Betfred St Leger Stakes Day on Saturday 16th September, the racecourse has a variety of musical performances confirmed at all the different hospitality venues on offer. Guests will be able to choose from a live groovy jazz saxophonists in the Home Straight restaurant, mellow guitar music and singing in the Conduit restaurant, or vibrant jazz singers in the marquee.
Finally, the St Leger Community Funday is the ultimate accumulation of fun at the races, ensuring the best family feel-good day out. Marvel at stilt walkers towering the grounds, enjoy face painting, colouring, and charity partner Active Fusion also hosting some additional activities for kids. The festival will also end with the Leger Legends Race, where former legends of the racing scene will go head-to-head in a charity race, the only one of its kind in the UK, which will provide exciting and cheerful entertainment to the end of the festival.
General admission adult tickets start from just £16 when booked online in advance, saving you £5 off gate prices on the day. Visit our Betfred St Leger Festival webpage for more information or call the team on 01302 304200 to discuss the numerous hospitality and general admission packages available.
