Floodlit Racecourses

We take a look at the best UK floodlit horse racing tracks which are hugely popular for those attending race meetings after work.

Floodlit horse racing gives racegoers to attend racecourses in the evening after work.

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has announced that additional floodlit fixtures will be added to the horse racing fixtures due to the success of floodlit horse racing under the floodlights for evening races.

If you are a horse racing fan who likes attending the racecourse venues, check out our post on all UK horse racing track guides or all Irish racing track guides.

Our Floodlit Racecourses guide explains all the leading racecourses with the floodlighting facility.

Find out more about UK floodlit racecourses:

Floodlit Racecourses List

Here is the full list of UK and Irosh floodlit racecourses:

• Kempton Park Racecourse
• Wolverhampton Racecourse
• Southwell Racecourse
• Dundalk Racecourse
• Chelmsford City Racecourse
• Lingfield Racecourse
• Newcastle Racecourse

Southwell Racecourse

Southwell race course is the first floodlit racecourse on our list, with its amazing LED floodlights supplied by Musco.

At night time, these lights look spectacular wrapping around the entire racecourse, making night races absolutely brilliant at Southwell.

This is definitely one of our favourite floodlit horse racing venues out there.

Check out our in-depth guide to Southwell Racecourse for more information on tickets, fixtures and betting opportunities.

Lingfield Racecourse

Lingfield is historically such a unique track for being the only one in the UK to host flat and national hunt races on its turf, and all-weather racing as well.

The floodlights at Lingfield look brilliant in the evening and add an extra layer of atmosphere to this already special location in its stunning countryside location.

So whether you’re a racing fan, or simply fancy a good evening out, Lingfield’s floodlit racecourse is a great choice.

Check out our in-depth guide to Lingfield Racecourse for more information on tickets, fixtures and betting opportunities.

Wolverhampton Racecourse

Wolverhampton is one of the busiest UK all-weather tracks.

The floodlights themselves were fitted as part of a 1993 renovation of the entire venue, which is now known to be a brilliant racecourse to attend regardless of your interest in the sport.

Be sure to check this one out if you’re looking for a floodlit racecourse in the West Midlands area.

Additionally, check out our in-depth guide to Woverhampton Racecourse for more information on tickets, fixtures and betting opportunities.

Kempton Park

Kempton Park is another example of a floodlit racecourse here in the UK, located in Middlesex.

Opening back in 1978, it wasn’t until 2006 that the new floodlighting was fitted to accommodate for evening races, as well as its state-of-the-art synthetic track to ensure racing can carry on all year round.

As a result of its renovations and convenient location, Kempton Park has become a popular racing venue for many , with race-goers flocking year in and year out to watch the races here.

Check out our in-depth guide to Kempton Park racecourse for more information on tickets, fixtures and betting opportunities.

Dundalk Race Course

Dundalk racecourse, also known as Dundalk stadium, is a horse racing and greyhound racing venue located in Dundalk, Ireland.

Just like all the other racecourses on this list, the floodlighting was fitted in order to ensure racing events can take place in the evenings as well as in the day.

Dundalk Stadium has now become a go-to location in Ireland when it comes to both horse racing and greyhound racing, with thousands attending each year to watch the racing here.

Check out our in-depth guide to Dandalk Racecourse for more information on tickets, fixtures and betting opportunities.

Chelmsford City Racecourse

Chelmsford City racecourse, first known as Great Leighs racecourse, is located in Essex, and hosts racing at all times of the day as a result of its excellent floodlit course.

This racing venue is a very new venue by horse racing standards, opening in April 2008.

Since then, partly as a result of its innovative floodlighting, race-goers have been enjoying attending this racecourse ever since.

Check out our in-depth guide to Chelmsford City Racecourse for more information on tickets, fixtures and betting opportunities.

Newcastle Racecourse

And last but not least, we’ve got Newcastle racecourse.

Newcastle was a popular race course prior to its floodlighting being fitted, but since then, fans have had the luxury of being able to watch races at this course in the evenings, too.

This is a fantastic venue for anyone looking for a fun and lively day out, and because of its floodlighting, the day doesn’t need to be cut short, either.

Check out our in-depth guide to Newcastle Racecourse for more information on tickets, fixtures and betting opportunities.

Which Floodlit Racecourse Is The Best?

The question of which floodlit racecourse is the best depends entirely on what types of racecourse you’re looking for, your location, the type of horse racing you’d like to watch, and more.

This is why we’d always advise you to take a good look through our reviews of each of the floodlit racecourses to determine which one works best for you, and that way you should be able to find the perfect venue for you and your needs.

Summary of UK and Ireland Floodlit Horse Racing

Floodlit racecourses are a great way to enjoy evening race meetings, especially in the cold and dark winter months.

Many racegoers during the week are working but want to enjoy attending horse racing venues, and the floodlights allow for afternoon or evening races after work, with most meetings starting at around 5.30pm.

Check the great floodlit racecourses we have reviewed for yourself.

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