BALLINDENISK

Gates Open: 10:00
First Race: 12:30
Admission Prices: Adults: €8. Kids: FREE
Online Ticket Offer: N/A

Track Biography:

Ballindenisk point-to-point has a long history of holding point-to-points, dating back over a hundred years. The original point-to-point races were held over a banks course in the 1890’s.

The course is situated on the farm of Robert Fell and is also used for eventing as well as having hosted European and World Championships. Set in a rural area near Watergrasshill the course is made up of volunteer racing enthusiasts which includes former jockey/trainer and Clerk of the course John O’Callaghan.

Over the years Ballindenisk has produced many top class horses that have gone on to sell for large amounts of money in the UK sales. These include Conna Castle, Native Jack, Artic Copper and Awbeg Prince.

Lisgoold Point-to-Point Races

 

Watergrasshill,

Ballindenisk,

Co.Cork

 

Contact Details

Barry Fitzgerald - 086-6048800

How To Get There

By Road

On the N8 approximately 20km north of Cork, Ballendenisk will be sign posted from Watergrasshill, Blarney, Cork city and Midleton.

By Air

Cork Airport is only a 30 minute drive from the point-to-point.
 

Eircode

T56 YX60

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A Day At The Races

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Facilities

Our venue offers spectators brilliant viewing facilities, whereby all parts of the track can be seen. The horses race right up to the crowd, jump one fence and before turning back out into the country side. The finish line is situated in front of the crowd also – so you can cheer the horses!

We have unlimited parking spaces and plenty shelter should a light shower intervene during the day. With warm drinks along with hot and cold food on offer, the races are a great day out for all – friends, family, club members - catch up over the Christmas period and have some fun in the fresh air.
 

Food

If all that fresh air gets your tummy rumbling or you need a hot drink to warm up we have a great variety to keep your energy levels up!

This year to raise funds for two local teenagers heading to Calcutta all proceeds made from purchases of tea, coffee, hot chocolate, soup and a variety of sandwiches will go to raising much needed funds.

Hot food caterers are also available on the day where you can purchase tasty burgers, sausages and chips.

If you haven’t had enough of sweets over the Xmas period you can get your ‘fix’ at our onsite shop!
 

Beverages

This year, you will be able to warm-up with a fresh cup of tea, coffee or hot chocolate whilst also contributing to the fundraising efforts of the day in support of two local teenagers who will be travelling to Calcutta.

Our on-site hot food caterers will also have a range of soft drinks which can be purchased to accompany your tasty food treats.

faqs

IS THERE A DRESS CODE FOR POINT-TO-POINTS?

There is no dress code but it is advised to wear warm clothing and old shoes/wellies as it is December after all!

Dogs are more than welcome, once kept on a lead.

People are invited to have a picnic or bring their own food.

All kids race for free and the local kids school colouring competition will be displayed on the day. Face painting will take place in the social tent with donations made to a local charity/fundraiser.

There is not an ATM on-course.

Amenities

All kids race for free and the local kids school colouring competition will be displayed on the day. Face painting will take place in the ‘social’ tent with donations made to a local charity/fundraiser.

Dress up your family ‘pooch’ for our ‘Santa Paws’ competition for the best dressed Xmas dog.
Should the weather permit the day will feature some ‘old school’ games for friends and family – Egg & Spoon Race, Hula Hooping etc.
MACRA members are invited to ‘spin’ along to the event and bring their tractors!
 

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Entries

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TATTERSALLS IRELAND 5yo Mares Maiden

Maiden Race For 5-Y-O Mares

Maiden Race For 5-Y-O Mares
For Certified Hunters aged 5 years old, Mares only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.
(Prize Money €800: 1st €560, 2nd €160, 3rd €80)
Weights: 11st 11lbs         About 3 Miles


 

 

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 ANNIE DAY (IRE) (9yo BR M)
ARCADIO (GER) / AUNT ANNIE (IRE) / SYNEFOS (USA)		 11st 6lbs John Redmond
John Martin Walsh		  
2 CAILIN DEARG (IRE) (9yo CH M)
GETAWAY (GER) / LEPIDINA (IRE) / OSCAR (IRE)		 11st 6lbs J.J. Butler
Padraig Butler		  
3 DELIGHTFANTASTIC (IRE) (9yo B M)
YEATS (IRE) / DANCINGWITHBUBBLES (IRE) / SUPREME LEADER (GB)		 11st 11lbs Catherine Mannion
J.P. Berry		  
4 DONT FORGET TO ASK (IRE) (9yo B M)
ASK (GB) / RIVER SHANAKILL (IRE) / FLEMENSFIRTH (USA)		 11st 11lbs Mary Mangan
James Joseph Mangan		  
5 HOME FARM HOUSE (IRE) (9yo BL M)
WINGED LOVE (IRE) / RECESSION LASS (IRE) / PRESENTING (GB)		 11st 11lbs Beswick Brothers Bloodstock Partnership
Kieran Roche		  
6 NADA TO PRADA (GB) (9yo B M)
KAYF TARA (GB) / AMBROSIA'S PROMISE (IRE) / MINSTER SON (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Cobajay Syndicate
Aidan Fitzgerald		  
7 TRUMP LADY (IRE) (9yo B M)
DOYEN (IRE) / KRIS KRYSTAL (IRE) / KRIS KIN (USA)		 11st 11lbs William P. Murphy
William P. Murphy		  
8 WESTERN FIONA (IRE) (9yo B M)
WESTERNER (GB) / LINDAS LAST (IRE) / BACH (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Sam Curling
Sam Curling		  

Preview

This would look to be an open race for the taking, and of those with previous experience, DONT FORGET TO ASK may be the one that takes a step forward. The daughter of Ask has twice finished fourth at Boulta already this season, most recently behind Fresh Appeal, and that experience should stand to her here. Delightfantastic has not been seen since finishing sixth at Rathcannon in April and has changed yards in that time, but she was not beaten far at Turtulla on debut and may get involved here. In a race like this, the newcomers will certainly be worth a market check.

GOFFS UK 5yo Geldings Maiden

Maiden Race For 5-Y-O Geldings
For Certified Hunters aged 5 years old, Geldings only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.

Weights: 12st 2lbs                                                                                                                                         About 3 Miles
                                         (Prize Money €800: 1st €560, 2nd €160, 3rd €80)

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 BALINESKER BEACH (IRE) (9yo B G)
FAME AND GLORY (GB) / MINNIE RAY (IRE) / TOPANOORA (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Milestone Racing Partnership
Colin Bowe		  
2 TOMMY'S OSCAR (IRE) (9yo B G)
OSCAR (IRE) / GLIBIN (IRE) / LUSO (GB)		 12st 2lbs Milestone Bloodstock Ltd.
Colin Bowe		  
3 ANGLERS CRAG (GB) (9yo BL G)
MULTIPLEX (GB) / OVERYOU (GB) / OVERBURY (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Derrick Mossop
Terence O'Brien		  
4 HIGH LEYS (GB) (9yo B G)
KAYF TARA (GB) / MONTELFOLENE (IRE) / MONTELIMAR (USA)		 12st 2lbs Derrick Mossop
Terence O'Brien		  
5 GETAWAY MILANI (IRE) (9yo B G)
GETAWAY (GER) / NIFTY MILAN (IRE) / MILAN (GB)		 12st 2lbs Frank Reynolds
John Patrick Ryan		  
6 BLOWING AWAY (IRE) (9yo GR G)
SEPTEMBER STORM (GER) / FOOLING AROUND (IRE) / MEDAILLE MILITAIRE (GB)		 12st 2lbs M.O. Cullinane
James Joseph Mangan		  
7 CHAMPAGNE REBEL (IRE) (9yo B G)
AIZAVOSKI (IRE) / ARCHDALE AMBUSH (IRE) / HERON ISLAND (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Roisin Hickey
Roisin Hickey		  
8 CHARLIE SHIROCCO (IRE) (9yo B G)
SHIROCCO (GER) / DUSHYANTOR'S WAGER (IRE) / DUSHYANTOR (USA)		 12st 2lbs O'Connor Brothers Partnership
Garrett J. Ahern		  
9 DRENAGH (IRE) (9yo B G)
KALANISI (IRE) / DIVA ANTONIA (IRE) / KING'S THEATRE (IRE)		 12st 2lbs S.R.B. Crawford
S.R.B. Crawford		  
10 FABRIQUE EN FRANCE (FR) (9yo B G)
YEATS (IRE) / KNAR MARDY (GB) / ERHAAB (USA)		 12st 2lbs Angela M. Breen
W.J. O'Doherty		  
11 MONGOL EMPEROR (IRE) (9yo B G)
IMPERIAL MONARCH (IRE) / HURRICANE BELLA (IRE) / TAIPAN (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Mrs Eithne Thompson
Andrew Slattery		  
12 PASVOLSKY (IRE) (9yo CH G)
AIZAVOSKI (IRE) / SNOWLAW (IRE) / LUSO (GB)		 12st 2lbs Monbeg Syndicate
Donnchadh Doyle		  
13 PENTRIDGE (IRE) (9yo B G)
SHANTARAM (GB) / SPARKLING ARROW (IRE) / SPARTACUS (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Shirley Berry
J.P. Berry		  
14 SANDY BROOK (IRE) (9yo CH G)
SANDMASON (GB) / LOVELY LOLLY (IRE) / TURTLE ISLAND (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Ronan Costello
John J Costello		  
15 SANS ISLAND (IRE) (9yo B G)
SANS FRONTIERES (IRE) / CHARLIES ISLAND (IRE) / TURTLE ISLAND (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Dan Lynch
Paul Tobin		  
16 THREE NATIONS (IRE) (9yo B G)
YEATS (IRE) / CLAUDIA'S PEARL (GB) / DEPLOY (GB)		 11st 11lbs Mrs B. Queally
Declan Queally		  
17 TRUCKIN WITH PADDY (IRE) (9yo B G)
IMPERIAL MONARCH (IRE) / OUR ALMA (IRE) / BE MY NATIVE (USA)		 11st 11lbs Conna Enclosure Syndicate
Batt O'Connell		  
18 WARDOUR CASTLE (IRE) (9yo B G)
IMPERIAL MONARCH (IRE) / FAHAN (IRE) / SRI PEKAN (USA)		 12st 2lbs Daniel Boland
William P. Murphy		  
19 WRONG WAY HARRY (IRE) (9yo B G)
CARLOTAMIX (FR) / HOWRWELOOKING (IRE) / PARTIPRAL (USA)		 12st 2lbs Michael Winters
Michael Winters		  

Preview

GETAWAY MILANI was disputing the lead with Do The Floss when coming down at the last on his debut in Borris House before Christmas, and a reproduction of that performance would leave him as the one to beat. The returning Three Nations offered promise in the spring and is entitled to have improved leaving him as a potential danger, alongside the likes of Fabrique En France and Mongol Emperor.

OFARRELL MEATS & MARY RYAN 6yo Geldings Maiden

Maiden Race For 6-Y-O Geldings

For Certified Hunters aged 6 years old, Geldings only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.

(Prize Money €1750: 1st €1225, 2nd €350, 3rd €175)

Weights: 12st 2lbs About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 BELIEVE THAT (IRE) (10yo B G)
FROZEN FIRE (GER) / SYCAMORE LITE (IRE) / BACH (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Thomas James Forbes West Waterford (F)
J.P. O'Keeffe		  
2 COMERAGH LAD (IRE) (10yo B G)
MOROZOV (USA) / FOX GLACIER (IRE) / LUSO (GB)		 11st 11lbs Paula Anne Cotter
P.J. Crowley		  
3 DOWER CAVES (IRE) (10yo BR G)
COURT CAVE (IRE) / ALVERSTONE (GB) / ALFLORA (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Eoghan & Gerard Wallis
Gerard Fintan Wallis		  
4 EVALABRUNE D'OR (FR) (10yo B G)
PUIT D'OR (IRE) / ROCHE BRUNE (FR) / RAGMAR (FR)		 11st 11lbs Cullentra House Stable Staff Syndicate
Mrs Denise Foster		  
5 MAHLERS DOLLAR (IRE) (10yo B G)
MAHLER (GB) / RARE DOLLAR (IRE) / BOB'S RETURN (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Terence O'Brien
Terence O'Brien		  
6 MARY KANE (GB) (10yo B G)
OSCAR (IRE) / MISSION HILLS (GB) / FAUSTUS (USA)		 12st 2lbs David Harry Kelly
David Harry Kelly		  
7 MR BERCOW (IRE) (10yo B G)
INSATIABLE (IRE) / SECRET ADMIRER (IRE) / DEFINITE ARTICLE (GB)		 12st 2lbs Mrs Elaine O'Farrell
J.T.R. Dreaper		  
8 THE NEW KID (IRE) (10yo B G)
FLEMENSFIRTH (USA) / DONT ASK NOW (IRE) / KING'S THEATRE (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Denis Paul Murphy
Denis Paul Murphy		  
9 ZIHUATANEJO (IRE) (10yo B G)
FLEMENSFIRTH (USA) / CARA MARA (IRE) / SADDLERS' HALL (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Patrick Joseph Redmond
Richard Black		  

Preview

ZIHUATANEJO chased home the now 137-rated hurdler Champagne Platinum on his only outing to date at Quakerstown last April and that would leave him as a very interesting prospect in this as he makes his return to action. The Ned Kid chased home Fill The Tank around here last month and has that favourable course form to his name, whilst Dower Caves and Evalabrune Dor are others that should not be too far away.

KEPAK Open- Novice Riders

Open Lightweight Race Novice Riders

For Certified Hunters aged 5 years old and upwards, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.
No Penalties. Mares allowed 5lbs.

For Novice Riders who, at the start of the day, have not ridden more than fifteen winners under any Rules of Racing or Steeplechasing, including Point to Point Steeplechases.

(Prize Money €1950: 1st €1365, 2nd €390, 3rd €195)

Weights: 12st 2lbs About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 BANDON BRIDGE (IRE) (14yo BR G)
PRESENTING (GB) / KAREN MAG (IRE) / OSCAR (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Karen O'Driscoll
James Joseph Mangan		  
2 CHES CALLS TIME (IRE) (19yo CH G)
SALFORD EXPRESS (IRE) / TROPICAL TIMES (GB) / CANDY CANE (GB)		 12st 2lbs P.J. Healy
P.J. Healy		  
3 DUSHREMBRANDT (IRE) (18yo B G)
DUSHYANTOR (USA) / SUE'S A LADY (GB) / LE MOSS (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Alice T. McCarthy
Ms Eleanor Broderick		  
4 FENNO'S STORM (IRE) (13yo BR G)
SEPTEMBER STORM (GER) / SWORD LADY (GB) / BROADSWORD (USA)		 12st 2lbs Maurice Walsh
Declan Queally		  
5 GLENCARRIG LAD (IRE) (16yo GR G)
CLOUDINGS (IRE) / BARRYSCOURT CASTLE (IRE) / STRONG GALE (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Audrey Baker
Terence O'Brien		  
6 ROCKING DJ (IRE) (15yo B G)
WITNESS BOX (USA) / KNOCKAKEO LADY (IRE) / PORTRAIT GALLERY (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Ivor Kingston
Ivor Kingston		  
7 TRAPPER (IRE) (12yo B G)
AOLUS (GER) / KANTURK BELLE (IRE) / KING'S RIDE (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Edmond Murphy
Michael E. O'Callaghan		  
8 WOUNDED WARRIOR (IRE) (15yo B G)
SHANTOU (USA) / SPARKLING SWORD (GB) / BROADSWORD (USA)		 12st 2lbs Direct Bloodstock Limited
Sam Curling		  

Preview

WOUNDED WARRIOR was balloted out of the St Stephens Day Hunter Chase at Down Royal and his connections will be hoping that he can get his head in front for the first time since the 2018 Punchestown Festival in this. The 11-year-old finished fourth in a very competitive open at Kirkistown that was won by Down Royal victor Dylrow, ensuring that now looks to be a notable piece of form. Fennos Storm has been a beaten favourite on his latest two outings, including when third around here behind Macs Legend, who won again on Monday. Bandon Bridge was a further four lengths behind on that run around here last month.

HURLEYS SUPERVALU 6yo+ Mares Maiden

Maiden Race For 6-Y-O & Upwards Mares

For Certified Hunters aged 6 years old and upwards, Mares only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.

(Prize Money €1750: 1st €1225, 2nd €350, 3rd €175)

Weights: 11st 11lbs About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 ACTIVE CURRENCIES (IRE) (10yo B M)
BEAT HOLLOW (GB) / DEBUT (IRE) / PRESENTING (GB)		 11st 11lbs Andrew Pierce
Paul Martin Pierce		  
2 HONEST TO GOODNESS (IRE) (13yo B M)
PAPAL BULL (GB) / SHEE'S SPEED (IRE) / MONASHEE MOUNTAIN (USA)		 11st 11lbs Christopher Buckley
Donncha Duggan		  
3 KNOCKANORA DAMSEL (IRE) (10yo CH M)
FLEMENSFIRTH (USA) / KNOCK AVORA (IRE) / SUPREME LEADER (GB)		 11st 11lbs Gerard & Patrick Berkery
Sam Curling		  
4 MIDNIGHT MONSOON (GB) (11yo GR M)
MIDNIGHT LEGEND (GB) / ANOTHER STORM (GB) / SHAMBO (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Diana Walton
John O'Donovan		  
5 MISS QUEEN BEE (IRE) (11yo BR M)
SCORPION (IRE) / CORRAVILLA (IRE) / YASHGAN (GB)		 11st 11lbs John F. Gleeson
John F. Gleeson		  
6 MOLL CARTY'S MARE (IRE) (12yo B M)
DUBAI DESTINATION (USA) / ON GOOD ADVISE (IRE) / TAIPAN (IRE)		 11st 6lbs Martin Paul Fitzgerald
Martin Paul Fitzgerald		  
7 MOLLY STRANG (IRE) (10yo B M)
FLEMENSFIRTH (USA) / ALICIA'S CHARM (IRE) / EXECUTIVE PERK (IRE)		 11st 6lbs Gerry & Dermot Cunningham
Philip Fenton		  
8 RATHBAWN ROSE (IRE) (13yo B M)
KAYF TARA (GB) / MADMOISELLE ETOILE (IRE) / BOB BACK (USA)		 11st 6lbs William P. Murphy
William P. Murphy		  
9 SLIDEAWAY (IRE) (10yo B M)
YEATS (IRE) / HATCH AWAY (IRE) / LORD AMERICO (IRE)		 11st 6lbs David O'Sullivan & Dr. Margaret O'Sullivan
John O'Callaghan		  
10 SMASH THE LAMP (IRE) (10yo CH M)
VINNIE ROE (IRE) / MISS BUSY LIZZY (IRE) / SUPREME LEADER (GB)		 11st 11lbs Liam G. O'Brien
Liam G. O'Brien		  
11 TAPPION (IRE) (11yo B M)
SCORPION (IRE) / MISS OPERA (GB) / ALFLORA (IRE)		 11st 6lbs Liz Moloney
Andrew Slattery		  
12 TRUCKERS ANGEL (IRE) (10yo B M)
FAME AND GLORY (GB) / TRUCKERS LADY (IRE) / PRESENTING (GB)		 11st 6lbs Conna Enclosure Syndicate
Batt O'Connell		  

Preview

ACTIVE CURRENCIES comes here fresh having not run since finishing third at Loughanmore on her seasonal re-appearance in October. She was only beaten by little over a length on that occasion, and this could be an ideal opportunity for her to get her head in front. Rathbawn Rose ran well for a long way at Tinahely on what was her first run since having a foal, whilst Honest To Goodness is a regular in these races.

EAST CORK OIL 7yo+ Geldings Maiden

Maiden Race For 7-Y-O & Upwards Geldings

For Certified Hunters aged 7 years old and upwards, Geldings only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.

(Prize Money €1750: 1st €1225, 2nd €350, 3rd €175)
Weights: 12st 2lbs About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 BARON DU PLESSIS (FR) (13yo B G)
NETWORK (GER) / LARME A L'OEIL (FR) / LUCHIROVERTE (IRE)		 11st 11lbs T.D.H. Syndicate
Declan Queally		  
2 BLAZING INFERNO (IRE) (11yo B G)
FROZEN FIRE (GER) / CLANWILLIAM SOURCE (IRE) / EUROBUS (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Edward P. Mitchell
Edward P. Mitchell		  
3 COASTAL CAPERS (IRE) (12yo B G)
BRIAN BORU (GB) / MALIN MAGIC (IRE) / RUDIMENTARY (USA)		 12st 2lbs Neil O'Donnell
Sean Aherne		  
4 GETZIE (IRE) (12yo BR G)
KALANISI (IRE) / MUSICAL SHAN (IRE) / ANSHAN (GB)		 12st 2lbs John G. O'Connell
Claire O'Connell		  
5 GOLAN WARRIOR (IRE) (11yo B G)
GOLAN (IRE) / TAISILK (IRE) / TAIPAN (IRE)		 12st 2lbs S.R.B. Crawford
S.R.B. Crawford		  
6 ON CALL (IRE) (11yo B G)
FLEMENSFIRTH (USA) / OSCAR'S REPRIEVE (IRE) / OSCAR (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Elizabeth Slevin
S. Slevin		  
7 THE BONNY BOY (IRE) (11yo B G)
CRAIGSTEEL (GB) / FLY AMANITA (IRE) / ACCORDION (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Mrs Marie Costello
Anthony G. Costello		  
8 YOU'RE ASKING ALOT (IRE) (11yo B G)
ASK (GB) / STEIN CASTLE (IRE) / SHANTOU (USA)		 12st 2lbs Michael E. O'Callaghan
Michael E. O'Callaghan		  

Preview

The 111-rated hurdler ON CALL has yet to fully take advantage of that in two outings between the flags this term, however he was not disgraced at Tattersalls Farm last time when third to Call It Time and should be able to win a race like this. Baron Du Plessis was third in an Adjacent maiden around here last month before being beaten further at Boulta since, whilst The Bonny Boy would be of interest if bouncing back from a disappointing effort at Loughrea on his seasonal re-appearance.
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