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Worcester Racecourse
Worcester Racecourse is a thoroughbred horse racecourse in Worcester, Worcestershire, England. Worcester Racecourse has a scenic tree-lined racecourse and is located near Worcester city centre by the side of the River Severn.
Worcester Racecourse typically holds close to 20 National Hunt races each year between the months of April and October.
Worcester Racecourse has the following Enclosures: the Club Enclosure, the Tattersalls Enclosure and the Centre Course Enclosure.
Worcester Racecourse Description
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Worcester Racecourse is a left-handed 1 mile, 5 furlong oval.
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It is a flat course with long straights and easy turns.
Worcester Racecourse History
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In 1718, flat horse racing was reported to have commenced on the banks of the River Severn.
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In 1755, a four-day flat meeting was inaugurated while a jumps meet had been organised in the Autumn.
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In 1966, the last flat meeting was held at Worcester Racecourse.
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In 1974, the existing Grandstand was built.
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In 1995, the first summer Jumping meet was introduced at Worcester Racecourse.
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In April 2000, Arena Leisure took over the running of Worcester Racecourse.
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