INCHYDONEY
| Gates Open: | 11:00 |
| First Race: | 13:00 |
| Admission Prices: | €10 |
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Track Biography:
Clonakilty’s annual Point-to-Point races are held on historic Inchydoney Island on the lands of Leslie & Emily Beamish who kindly provide us with this fabulous venue. Having started as a millennium project, the Clonakilty Point-to-Point meeting has grown beyond all expectations and is now regarded as one of the most outstanding meetings of its kind in Munster.
Since moving to our present location on Inchydoney Island, we have attracted even larger crowds from both near and far, which has helped even further in presenting Clonakilty as a wonderful place to visit and stay. This event is not only for horse enthusiasts, but has also proven to be a great family day out over the years.
We are very lucky to have a large committee of hard working volunteer racing enthusiasts, with each member being more dedicated than the next, under the stewardship of the Clerk of the Course.
Our Committee at Clonakilty Point to Point like to recognise and celebrate some unique achievements. In the past we have done well with “Imperial Call”, “Newmill”,” Why So Mayo” and “Sir Frederick”. We have also had a horse called “On the Fringe” which was bred locally by Pat Tobin who has created an incredible record by winning the Hunter Chases at Cheltenham, Aintree and Punchestown in 2015, repeating first again in 2016. Horses rarely win at these three meetings, but his mother (Love & Porter) was sired by “Sheer Grit” and this fellow certainly has that.
Inchydoney Point-to-Point Races
Inchydoney,
Clonakillty,
Co. Cork
P85 X466
Contact Details
Padraig Ahern - 087 2377396
How To Get There
By Road
From the Bandon Road Roundabout at Cork take the N71 West for 46km until you arrive at Clonakilty. At the Clonakilty Roundabout stay on the N71 and the course is well signposted along the road.
By Air
Cork Airport is only 50 minutes (49 kms) from Clonakilty
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Our Point-to-Point is held on a Sunday each year and is the ideal day out for all the family, with free admission for children under 16.
We are delighted to be able to supply free parking, ideally located on the site.
We also provide disabled parking close to the track with a good viewing point.
We provide portaloo facilities for all.
We also have catering and bar facilities.
Our course is located on top of a hill which allows spectators to have a clear view right around the track. The bookmakers are situated adjacent to the track, making it easy to bet without missing on the excitement of watching your favourite in full flight.
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In between races, spectators can avail of a variety of catering options provided.
Outside caterers provide tasty beef burgers, sausages, chips with tea, coffee and soft drinks on the day.
The venue lends itself very well to family picnics when the weather is favourable. Separate catering facilities are provided for sponsors and officials.
The Four Star Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa is just a stone's throw from the racecourse, why not check out the Gulfstream Restaurant. Boosting panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Irish Coast, The Gulfstream Restaurant is the perfect post racing dinner spot !
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There are a choice of hot drinks on offer, from teas and coffees to soft drinks.
If you fancy something stronger, we also provide bar facilities for all our racegoers.
The Four Star Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa is just a stone's throw from the racecourse, why not check out the Dunes Pub & Bistro. The beautiful bar is the perfect place to celebrate your winnings or commiserate your loses.
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Our Point-to-Point is held on a Sunday each year and is the ideal day out for all the family, with free admission for children under 16.
Clonakilty Point-to-Point is held on a beautiful scenic site at Inchydoney Island where race goers can get close to the action, while having the added attraction of overlooking Clonakilty Bay.
The site is positioned on a hill, with the bookies situated adjacent to the track, making it easy to bet without missing out on the excitement of watching your favourite in full flight.
Inchydoney Island is situated just outside the colourful heritage town of Clonakilty and is surrounded by some of Ireland's most spectacular scenery.
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