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
The Association of Irish Racecourses (AIR) is featuring Roscommon Racecourse this week, as it prepares for the upcoming meetings on Monday, May 9th and Monday, May 23rd. The Nice Guy’s Grade 1 victory in Punchestown last week sparked the idea to catch up with a
The Association of Irish Racecourses (AIR) is taking the opportunity this week through their column to shine a spotlight on Ireland’s most scenic racecourse, Killarney. Their first big race meeting of the year is their May Festival, and it will take place from Sunday, May
The Association of Irish Racecourses (AIR) would like to wish its chairman Conor O’Neill and all his team at Punchestown Racecourse the very best of luck for the exciting week ahead. In this week’s column, we will take a closer look at how Punchestown and
The Association of Irish Racecourses is delighted to share with you some more wonderful sponsorship news from one of our valued member racecourses. Galway Racecourse has announced a sponsorship deal with Bathshack and here’s all you need to know. The planning is well underway for
The Association of Irish Racecourses (AIR) has some exciting news from Tramore and Down Royal Racecourses. Bluegrass Horse Feeds, based in Dungannon, Co. Tyrone, announced their sponsorship of Tramore’s best turned-out (BTO) prizes and a league for the 2022/23 season. Bluegrass will sponsor prizes for
