Wetherby Boxing Day racing is one of the most popular fixtures in the northern calendar, and with good reason. Wetherby Racecourse is one of only three courses in the north of England to race on Boxing Day, which makes it a genuinely sought-after date for group hospitality bookings.
The Christmas meeting brings festive atmosphere and top-quality National Hunt racing together in a way that is hard to replicate anywhere else.
Wetherby Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Racecourse Hospitality
Saturday 26th December - Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Boxing Day: Skip the Washing Up and Head to the Races
Wetherby Boxing Day racing is one of the most popular fixtures in the northern calendar, and with good reason. Wetherby Racecourse is one of only three courses in the north of England to race on Boxing Day, which makes it a genuinely sought-after date for group hospitality bookings.
The Christmas meeting brings festive atmosphere and top-quality National Hunt racing together in a way that is hard to replicate anywhere else.
Why Corporate Groups Book Wetherby's Christmas Meetings Early
The Christmas meetings at Wetherby Racecourse attract strong demand, and hospitality spaces at this time of year are taken quickly. For businesses looking to close the year with something memorable, a private hospitality option on Boxing Day sends the right message to clients and teams alike.
It is the kind of occasion that guests talk about afterwards, which is exactly what well-planned corporate entertaining is supposed to achieve.
Wetherby Racecourse at Christmas: A Fixture Worth Planning Around
Wetherby Racecourse is well established as one of the north of England’s finest National Hunt venues, and the Boxing Day fixture is its most celebrated date in the calendar. The festive atmosphere on the day adds a layer of occasion that regular race meetings simply do not carry.
Whether it is a client day, a team celebration, or a group of friends making Boxing Day their own tradition, Wetherby delivers. Booking is easy and there are no booking fees. Get in touch now to secure your place at the Christmas meetings at Wetherby Racecourse.
As the Christmas meeting (25th & 26th December), is such a popular event and is often sold out to guests from the previous year by August, the only option available is to be placed on the waiting list and you would be required to pay in full for the event. Your request will then be subject to a draw for any space that has become available and obviously, if you are not successful in the waiting list draw you will recieve our apologies and a 100% refund.
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Hospitality Options at Wetherby Boxing Day Races
Saturday 26th December - Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Private Boxes
Private Boxes at Wetherby will accommodate a minimum of 13 guests per box. As the Boxes have sliding partition walls, boxes can be joined together providing a large facility that will accommodate a maximum of 200 guests seated or 240 for a buffet.
See the full page: Wetherby Private Boxes
Pricing & Packages
Pricing
| Date | Meyrick Package | Montagu Package |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 26th December | Meyrick £155.00 per person +vat SOLD OUT | Montagu £193.00 per person +vat SOLD OUT |
| Sunday 27th December | Meyrick £155.00 per person +vat | Montagu £193.00 per person +vat |
Package
| The Meyrick Package | The Montagu Package |
|---|---|
| VIP Admission Badge | VIP Admission Badge |
| Reserved Car Parking 1 per 2 guests | Reserved Car Parking 1 per 2 guests |
| Champagne & Canape Reception | |
| 3 course formal set menu or Buffet | 3 Course formal Set Menu or Hot Fork Buffet |
| Choice of Cheeseboard or Afternoon Tea | |
| Complimentary Tea/Coffee | Complimentary Tea/Coffee |
| Card Payment Bar to be settled prior to departure | Card Payment Bar to be settled prior to departure |
| Raceday Programme | Raceday Programme |
| Racing Newspapers | Racing Newspapers |
Optional Extras
| Enhancement | Price |
|---|---|
| Champagne Reception (1/2 hour duration) | £20.00 per person +vat |
| Canapes | £13.00 per person +vat |
| Cheeseboard | £16.00 per person +vat |
| Full English Afternoon Tea | £15.00 per person +vat |
| Light English Afternoon Tea | £10.00 per person +vat |
Optional Drinks Package
| Package | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Drinks Package | Selected WIne, Lagers, Beers & Soft Drinks | £75.00 per person +vat |
| Drinks Package + Selected Spirits | Selected WIne, Lagers, Beers, Spirits & Soft Drinks | £85.00 per person +vat |
Saturday 26th December - Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Christmas Dine & View
Private tables are guaranteed for between 1 and 12 guests with larger parties being placed on table adjacent to each other.
Please note that the Platinum Package is the only package available in Dine & View on the 26th & 27th December
See the full page: Wetherby Christmas Dine & View
Pricing & Packages
Pricing
| Date | Dine & View |
|---|---|
| Saturday 26th December Platinum Package Only | £174.00 per person +vat SOLD OUT |
| Sunday 27th December Platinum Package Only | £174.00 per person +vat |
Package
| Platinum Christmas Package |
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| VIP Admission Badges |
| Reserved Car Parking (1 per 2) |
| Table Reserved for the day |
| Bucks Fizz & Canape Reception |
| Four Course Grand Buffet Luncheon |
| Private Bar Facility within the Suite |
| Raceday Programme |
| Pre-Race Tipster Talk |
| CCTV |
| Tote Betting Facilities |
| Event Documentation Including the Day’s Itinerary |
Optional Extras
| Enhancement | Price |
|---|---|
| Champagne Reception (1/2 hour duration) | £20.00 per person +vat |
| Canapes | £13.00 per person +vat |
| Cheeseboard | £16.00 per person +vat |
| Full English Afternoon Tea | £15.00 per person +vat |
| Light English Afternoon Tea | £10.00 per person +vat |
Optional Drinks Package
Saturday 26th December - Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Boxing Day Races
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Pricing & Packages
Pricing
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Optional Extras
Optional Drinks Package
Saturday 26th December - Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Boxing Day Races
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Optional Extras
Optional Drinks Package
Saturday 26th December - Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Boxing Day Races
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Optional Extras
Optional Drinks Package
Saturday 26th December - Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Boxing Day Races
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Optional Extras
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Saturday 26th December - Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Boxing Day Races
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Saturday 26th December - Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Boxing Day Races
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Optional Extras
Optional Drinks Package
Saturday 26th December - Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Boxing Day Races
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Optional Extras
Optional Drinks Package
Saturday 26th December - Boxing Day Races
Wetherby Boxing Day Races
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Other Events at Wetherby Racecourse
Other Events at Wetherby Racecourse
Wetherby Racecourse: Yorkshire's Premier Jump Track
Wetherby Racecourse has been staging National Hunt racing on the outskirts of the market town of Wetherby since 1891. The highlight of the season is the Grade 2 Charlie Hall Chase in late October or November — named in memory of local trainer Charlie Hall and first run in 1969, which has been won by Gold Cup heroes including Burrough Hill Lad and See More Business.
The Christmas Meeting in late December, featuring the Castleford Chase, is another popular fixture. Wetherby is known for its relaxed atmosphere, themed racedays and strong Yorkshire following.
Wetherby Racecourse Course Map
Wetherby Racecourse Fixtures
| Day | Date | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | 30/10/2026 | Bet365 Day One |
| Saturday | 31/10/2026 | Bet365 Day Two - Charlie Hall Chase |
| Saturday | 14/11/2026 | Peak Cap & Pearls Raceday |
| Wednesday | 25/11/2026 | Community Raceday |
| Saturday | 05/12/2026 | Christmas Beer Festival |
| Saturday | 26/12/2026 | Yorkshire Christmas Meeting - Boxing Day Racing |
| Sunday | 27/12/2026 | Yorkshire Christmas Meeting |
| Wednesday | 06/01/2027 | |
| Saturday | 16/01/2027 | Medieval Raceday |
| Thursday | 28/01/2027 | |
| Saturday | 06/02/2027 | |
| Wednesday | 17/02/2027 | |
| Monday | 08/03/2027 | |
| Tuesday | 30/03/2027 | Wear a Hat Day |
| Sunday | 25/04/2027 | Family Day |
| Tuesday | 18/05/2027 | Evening |
| Thursday | 03/06/2027 | Glitz & Gallop Evening - Ladies Night |
| Thursday | 10/06/2027 | Evening - Season Finale |
| Wednesday | 13/10/2027 | |
| Friday | 29/10/2027 | |
| Saturday | 30/10/2027 | |
| Saturday | 13/11/2027 | |
| Wednesday | 24/11/2027 | |
| Saturday | 04/12/2027 | |
| Sunday | 26/12/2027 | Boxing Day Racing |
| Monday | 27/12/2027 |
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Wetherby Racecourse Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a Dress Code at Wetherby Races?
Dress code is smart casual. Hospitality guests often wear a jacket & tie but it is not compulsory.
When is Ladies day at Wetherby races?
Ladies evening at Wetherby is held in June
Is there any Racing on Boxing Day at Wetherby Races?
Yes, Wetherby race on both the 26th & 27th December with Boxing Day being one of their most popular meetings of the year Hospitality sells out very quickly.
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