Owen Byrne is a busy man ahead of his four day August Racing Festival. At the time of our chat, he was at a photoshoot for their style stakes which is back with a bang this year. Make a note of the date, Saturday, August
This week in the Association of Irish Racecourses (AIR) column we catch up with Gerard Coughlan, chairman of Killarney Races, to get the inside track on their upcoming meeting, Julyfest. From Monday 11th to Friday July 15th, JulyFest offers great summer racing, socialising, entertainment and
The Midland’s National race meeting is the racing and social event of the year in the region. On Friday July 8th the first of a seven race card will go to post at 5.20pm, and there’s plenty to get excited about! The AXA Farm Insurance Midlands
Starting with the premier county, Tipperary Racecourse, one of 26 members of the Association of Irish Racecourse (AIR), has two back-to-back evening meetings coming up next week. On Wednesday 29th, the team at Tipperary will host an all-flat card featuring the listed Coolmore Ten Sovereign
Irish horse racing is renowned all over the world for excellence. From racing and breeding to jockeys and trainers, the Irish compete at the highest level. The Association of Irish Racecourses (AIR) is extremely proud of our collective achievements, and our members are delighted to
This week we caught up with Kathryn Foley, Manager at Sligo Races, for a whistle stop tour of their entertainment plans for racegoers for the remainder of 2022. For eight years now Kathryn has been a one-woman-band, although she is quick to point out the
This week we caught up with DJ Histon and Eugene Cooney in Clonmel Racecourse, where a new stable-block build and additional refurbishments to the stable yard have been completed. The feedback is very positive, with plans in place for the facelift to facilities to continue.
This week, on behalf of the Association of Irish Racecourses (AIR), we caught up with racing photographer Pat Healy who is also chairman of Listowel Races. At the Co Kerry venue, they’re building up to their June bank holiday meeting. Though the fixture has been
The Association of Irish Racecourses (AIR) column this week is delighted to share the news from Ballybrit that BoyleSports is the new title sponsor for the Saturday of the Galway Races Summer Festival in a new three-year deal. It is another positive boost for Irish
As we move into the busy summer months of the racing calendar, it is opportune to draw attention to the popular Association of Irish Racecourse (AIR) Racehorse Owners Scheme, and how the AIR members are adding value to the ownership experience nationwide. The scheme is
