EVENTS

Violinist Braimah Kanneh-Mason joins conductor Bedwyn Lloyd Phillips and the Chester Philharmonic for a performance of the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto, followed by Finlandia and Rachmaninov’s 2nd Symphony.

Opening day of Chester’s premier race meeting featuring a first-class card headed by respected Derby and Oaks trials, the Cheshire Vase and Cheshire Oaks. Expect elite horses, trainers and jockeys, a lively crowd of racing enthusiasts, and first-class hospitality to complement the sport.

Day two of Chester’s spring festival is a significant event in the city’s social calendar. Ladies day combines high fashion and premium hospitality, with a world-class race card including the listed Dee Stakes - won by Oath and Kris Kin on route to Epsom Derby glory - and the prestigious group 3 Ormonde Stakes for older horses.

Closing day of the festival named for the iconic Chester Cup handicap - the feature race on the card, first run in 1824; expect a high-energy crowd, competitive under-card and the usual fashion showcase and bustling hospitality that mark out this meeting.

Family-focussed race day featuring a host of fun activities for children in addition to a thrilling race card and music from a live DJ. Entertainment options for young race-goers include gladiator bootcamps, history-themed crafts, and Roman stunt shows.

Lively Friday afternoon meeting to kickstart Chester’s summer season; features a competitive race card, plus all of the usual trackside betting outlets, refreshment facilities and hospitality packages to make the most of this popular event.

Day two of the city’s hugely popular summer social weekend; expect the drinks to flow and the sun to shine on an action-packed day of racing that showcases the vibrant, fun-filled atmosphere for which the Roodee is famous.

Popular, high-energy Saturday meeting characterised by a competitive race card and contagious summer party atmosphere. Choose from a broad range of dining and hospitality options including casual, trackside bars and private boxes.