The first race meeting to be held at Downpatrick was over 300 years ago – 1685. Racing has continued to take place with few interruptions since. Situated one mile away from the centre of the historic town of Downpatrick, racing has been held on the present course for the last 200 years.
A tight undulating track of 1 1/4 miles; many top National Hunt heroes have started their careers at Downpatrick including the dual National winner Rhyme n’ Reason, Cheltenham winners Rathgorman, Tourist Attraction and Sparky Gayle.
Downpatrick is possibly the friendliest course in Ireland with a strong local following. It has a supporters club which was formed in the early ‘70s and has raised substantial sums since its inception. Notably, Downpatrick is one of the few racecourse where all races are sponsored.
Membership & Admission
General Admission
Admission - £10
Students/ OAP - £5
Children Under 14 Free When Accompanied By Paying Adult
Annual membership is £75 or £50 for OAP's. Includes:
Entrance to 10 Race Meetings
Race card at each Race Meeting
Newsletters throughout the year
If you are thinking of going racing as a group pick one of our all-inclusive offers.
Punters Package
For just £20 per person our Punter’s Package includes:
Admission
£5 Sean Graham Bookmakers Betting Voucher
Racecard
Drink Voucher and Beef Roll
Voucher Conditions - This voucher can only be used by persons aged 18 years or older, for any win bet only with Sean Graham Bookmakers.
Returns from winning bets do not include the stake.
This voucher can only be used at Downpatrick Racecourse.
Voucher can only be purchased up until the day before a race meeting.
