Laytown Beach Races
Mon, 31 Aug - Wed, 02 Sep 09
The annual Laytown Races take place this year on Tue, 01 Sep. This is an unequalled spectacle as it is the only race meeting that takes place on a beach under the Rules of Racing. The Laytown Beach fixture is historic, the first recorded in 1868. It is a highly colourful event, which attracts visitors, locals, top jockeys, first class trainers as well as the occasional celebrity! The Co Meath beach is situated on the East Coast about 30 miles north of Dublin. Racing commences late afternoon.
Our Laytown Races Short Break includes a day at the races as well as a day tour to the Irish National Stud. We are pleased to offer an arrangement including: Return flight, Dublin Hotel Accommodation, Transfers, Racing Admission and National Irish Stud visit. Our tour begins on Mon, 31 Aug and ends on the evening of Wed , 02 Sep.
Burlington Hotel - 4 Star - www.burlingtonhotel.ie Located about 10 mins walk from the centre of the city and convenient for public transport, shopping, sightseeing, restaurants and pubs.
| No. of Nights | 2 |
| Price p.p.s. from | £375 |
| No. of days racing | 1 |
| Single Supplement per night: £33 (£66) | |
ARRANGEMENT INCLUDES:
- Return travel by air from Britain to Dublin (based on a restricted budget fare subject to availability) including one checked in bag - Routes/Schedules, Airline Terms and Conditions outlined when booking ‡
- Bed and full Irish breakfast in a twin/double en-suite room at The Burlington Hotel for two nights
- Laytown Beach Races - Admission and Racecard for Tue, 01 Sep with transfers
- Return transfer between Airport and Hotel shared with other racegoers
- Tour to National Irish Stud on Wed, 02 Sep shared with other racegoers
- ATOL Cover/TOPP Protection
- On Course Travel Tour Escort
‡ Subject to availability and timing we will arrange your air travel to Dublin from: Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Liverpool, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Stansted, Manchester and Newcastle. For other airports please ask.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Travel Insurance
- Single Supplement £66 for two nights
- Any other meals
- Additional transport
- Hotel Extras: telephone, drinks etc.
- Bets
INSURANCE: For all your travel insurance needs please see our website: www.oncourse.goldcover.net or Phone: 01892 559530
PROVISIONAL ITINERARY
| Monday 31 August | Morning arrival into Dublin Airport. |
| Transfer with other racegoers to Burlington Hotel - www.burlingtonhotel.ie Own arrangements for remainder of the day - opportunities for sightseeing, shopping and visiting local attractions - for more information see www.visitdublin.com |
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| Tuesday 01 September | Morning at leisure for sightseeing |
| 14.15 hrs | Transfer from Burlington Hotel for Laytown, Co Meath |
| 15.30 hrs | Arrive at Laytown Beach |
| 17.00 hrs | First Race |
| 19.30 hrs | Last Race |
| 20.00 hrs | Return to Dublin |
| Wednesday 02 September | Check-out of Burlington Hotel |
| 09.45 hrs | Coach arrives - luggage to go on board |
| 10.00 hrs | Depart for National Irish Stud - www.irish-national-stud.ie |
| 11.30 hrs | Stud Tour, visit to Horse Museum, Tully Walk. Included also is the opportunity to visit the Japanese Gardens and St Fiachra's Garden Restaurant for light lunches and snacks (not included) Afternoon departure via Curragh Plains for Dublin Airport to arrive at least two hours prior to flight departure. |
FLIGHT INFORMATION
Mon, 31 Aug - mid-morning arrival into Dublin to meet other racegoers and transfer to Burlington Hotel.
Wed, 02 Sep - evening departure from Dublin following day tour to Irish National Stud
Details agreed at time of booking.
Confirmed times will be advised on your final itinerary.
