Chester Racecourse & Pavilion Complex

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Chester, United KingdomJoined 2026

We are Chester Racecourse, one of the most distinctive event venues in the North West, combining more than 500 years of racing heritage with flexible spaces for modern events. We offer over 10 onsite venues, giving organisers a choice of settings for conferences, exhibitions, meetings, weddings, private celebrations, awards and corporate events. Our spaces range from intimate rooms for small gatherings to the Pavilion Suite, our largest event space with capacity for up to 700 people. We can also provide panoramic racecourse views, outdoor areas, private bars and flexible layouts that allow events to move seamlessly from daytime meetings into evening celebrations. Our in-house Horseradish catering team provides menus ranging from light bites and canapés to formal dining and gala experiences. With convenient access from major routes around Chester and facilities designed for both business and private occasions, we provide an event environment where the character of our historic racecourse becomes part of the experience.

2-700 guests

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Spaces & Packages

The Pavilion Suite

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We offer our largest event space, with capacity for up to 700 people, providing an open-plan, naturally lit setting for conferences, exhibitions, awards nights, parties and evening celebrations.

The Long Room

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We provide this flexible racecourse space for up to 350 guests, with panoramic views and options to extend events into the outdoor terrace, Executive Boxes and County Concourse.

County Concourse

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We offer this spacious, adaptable area with capacity for up to 300 guests, making it suitable for conferences, exhibitions, networking, weddings and parties, with convenient outdoor access

Champagne Bar

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We provide the Champagne Bar for larger-scale receptions and guest arrivals, with capacity for up to 300 people and views towards our iconic parade ring.

1539

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We offer 1539 as a versatile dining and events space with capacity for up to 140 guests, overlooking the racecourse and suitable for dining, celebrations and corporate occasions.

1539 Roof & Lounge

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We provide this private rooftop area for up to 140 guests, offering an elevated setting for dining, dancing, drinks and celebrations with views across the racecourse.

Leverhulme Stand

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We offer three functional event spaces within the Leverhulme Stand, with the overall venue listing giving capacity for up to 200 guests.

The Paddock Rooms

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We provide our Members' area for up to 150 guests, with flexible layouts, a private bar, outdoor terrace and views across the parade ring.

Halliwell Jones Paddock Club

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We offer this stylish, flexible space with capacity for up to 150 guests, suitable for team meetings, networking, celebrations and corporate events.

Private Boxes

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We provide private boxes for smaller events, with the venue listing a capacity of up to 40 people for event hire. These spaces can work for team away days, conferences, birthdays and celebrations.

The Walls

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We offer The Walls as a historic racecourse setting with capacity for up to 120 guests, combining heritage character with views across the racecourse.