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The course at Thirsk is used for flat racing between April
and September. The indoor and outdoor facilities are available on
non-racing days at any time of year for conferences, exhibitions,
banquets and outdoor events under the umbrella of
THIRSK RACECOURSE CONFERENCE CENTRE. The Race track is made up of two sections, a straight course of 6
furlongs, running parallel to Station Road, with the start close to Thirsk Railway Station and the winning post in front of the
grandstand. There is also a left hand circuit, about one and a
quarter
miles in length which joins the straight course some three furlongs
from home. Races up to 6 furlongs use the straight course and the 7f
and 1 mile starts are near the racing stables. Races longer than 1
mile start on the home straight and involve a complete circuit.
There is a good view of the whole course from the grandstands in
all enclosures, almost
entirely against a background of open countryside. The stands in the
Club Enclosure are close to the finishing line. All
enclosures have covered stands for watching the racing, and there
are ample bars, catering and betting facilities. |
