Women in Racing Ireland invites you to an exclusive Owners’ Experience in a private Corporate Box at Down Royal Racecourse on Friday, 4th September 2026.

The day begins with a tour of historic Hillsborough Castle, including a step into regal elegance at the ‘Royal Style in the Making’ exhibition. Following the tour, we will enjoy a relaxed lunch at The Plough, an award-winning gastropub in Royal Hillsborough village, before heading to Down Royal for an evening of racing.

Courtesy of Down Royal Racecourse, you will enjoy the full VIP treatment: exclusive parade ring access, a pre-race briefing with trainer and jockey, private box viewing, and post-race analysis (trainer will be announced closer to raceday).

Event Timings & Details

• Date & Time: Friday, 4 September 2026, 11:00am – 8:00pm

• Meeting Point: 11:00am Hillsborough Castle Café, 301–303 Hillsborough Road

• Directions: Search for 'Hillsborough Castle and Gardens Shop' Postcode BT26 6TY

• Parking: Free car parking available

• Lunch: 1:30pm at The Plough gastropub

• Down Royal Races: First race is 4:30pm

• Owners Experience: Details and timing of the Owner For a Day Experience will be given closer to the date

• Pricing: €30 to non-members and €15 to WinR Members with discount code

Women in Racing Ireland invites you to an unforgettable, behind-the-scenes look into the heart of Irish racing royalty. This specially tailored itinerary offers an exclusive pass to the legendary Ballydoyle and Coolmore Stud, rounded off with luxury hospitality. Package curated by Horse Country and Cashel Palace Hotel.

• Fine Dining: An exclusive private lunch hosted in the breathtaking Secret Garden at the Cashel Palace Hotel.

• Behind the Gates: A private guided tour of the world-renowned Ballydoyle Racing Stable and the historic Legacy Museum at Coolmore Stud.

• Transport: Stress-free coach transfers to and from the Cashel Palace Hotel.

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