Horse Racing....

Racing on the beach at Laytown takes place just once every year and the spectacle draws crowds from all over the world. People travel far and wide to witness the spectacle of horse racing on the beach in Ireland, with crowds in excess of 5,000 in attendance every year. Laytown races occupy a unique position in the Irish racing calendar as it is the only racing event run on a beach under the Rules of Racing. As the tide recedes in the morning of race day, the race course is quickly set up allowing for six races of between six furlongs and one mile. The majority of racegoers watch the action from an elevated field above the strand which is set up for the day with temporary marquees which act as the weigh room, the jockeys’ room, bars and restaurants. Access to the beach is restricted while racing is underway. Laytown is considered an important meeting for horses preparing for the Galway Festival. 

Check out the upcoming race meeting at Laytown Racecourse and experience a proper day out.