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Bath Race Track: Horse Racing Action High on a Hilltop!
Bath Race Track is a thoroughbred horse racing venue located in the historic city of Bath, Somerset.
Bath Race Track is situated atop a beautiful hilltop in the Lansdown area and offers a panoramic view of the Roman City of Bath. Rising about 780 feet above sea level, Bath Race track is the highest race track in the UK and is one of the most scenic race tracks in the country. Bath Race Track offers a relaxed, very idyllic atmosphere to racers and fans alike.
Bath Race Track typically has a 20-day fixture racing calendar, with a variety of weekday, weekend and evening races.
Bath Race Track has a left-handed 1½ mile, oval race track. The low numbers are favoured in races up to a mile.
Bath Race Track has three Enclosures on a Race-day: the Premier Enclosure, the Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure and the Centre Track Enclosure.
The Premier Enclosure has the prime viewing position on the race track adjacent to the winning line and has the most comprehensive facilities. The Grandstand and Paddock Enclosure has an excellent viewing area with seating and a variety of catering and bar outlets. There is also access to the Bookmakers, the Parade ring and the Winners enclosure.
The Centre Track Enclosure is a popular choice for families with acres of picnic space and the option of parking within the enclosure. There is a bar which serves snacks and provides betting facilities.
Bath Race Track is just six miles South of Junction 18 of the M4 Motorway and is well sign-posted from all major routes to its location on Lansdown Hill. Bath Race Track is likewise accessible from both the main London Paddington and South Wales lines. There are also regular connections from Bristol, Cardiff and Birmingham.
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