January 5, 2010

PRESS RELEASE

The Army And Afghan Appeal Raceday raises more than £220,000

The Army And Afghan Appeal Raceday at Plumpton Racecourse on Monday 16^th November 2009 has raised more than £220,000 for the Army Benevolent Fund and Sandy Gall’s Afghanistan Appeal.

The Appeal, helping both the military and civilian victims of the conflict in Afghanistan, raised this substantial sum through a memorable Plumpton raceday including sponsorship, donations and a wonderful lunch and auction with an Afghan theme including kites and Herati glasses.

Major General Sir Evelyn Webb-Carter of the Army Benevolent Fund said “We in the Army Benevolent Fund are delighted with this financial result. It was a great day out and so to have such a substantial sum raised to help soldiers, former soldiers and their families as well is superb.”  

Sandy Gall said “Brilliant.  It far outweighs expectations.  It’s hard to explain just how much this means to SGAA and the multitude of disabled Afghans it will help – including hundreds of children with Club Foot and DDH [Displacement of the Hip].  It will give a big boost to our a big boost to our physiotherapy programme and the appointment of our senior woman physiotherapist as the head of the Afghan Physiotherapy Institute.”  

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December 31, 2009

PRESS RELEASE

Plumpton Racecourse deploys frost covers for the Sussex National Racemeeting this Sunday

Plumpton Racecourse has deployed frost covers to cover its entire track by lunchtime today ahead of its popular At The Races Sussex National Racemeeting on Sunday 3^rd January.

With forecasts of overnight frost starting from tonight, coupled with low daytime temperatures, Plumpton has made the decision to deploy the covers to help safeguard the meeting.

Plumpton Chief Executive Claire Sheppard said “Sunday’s raceday is a popular one with racegoers and our most valuable of the year, featuring the At The Races Sussex National. We are committed to doing everything in our power to ensure racing goes ahead, and with the cold forecast for the weekend, we believe the meeting would be in jeopardy without the covers.” 

Doors open at 11.00am on Sunday 3rd January with the first race underway at 12.50pm.  Full details can be found at www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk or by calling the Racecourse Office on 01273 890383. 

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September 14, 2009

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Get set for Ladies Day at Plumpton Racecourse this Sunday

Ladies Day at Plumpton Racecourse this Sunday (September 20) is all set to be the most popular yet.

With a dry weekend forecast, ladies should be planning their outfits (including a hat) to take advantage of free entry this Sunday.

Chief Executive Claire Sheppard said, “Every year Ladies Day at Plumpton has been a great day out for everyone, including the men.

“We are expecting a large turnout on Sunday, and have already sold out all our hospitality areas.

“Our Best Dressed Lady fashion competition this year features an extra special first prize of an all inclusive 10 night holiday to St Lucia courtesy of Almond Resorts.”

Accompanied children under 16 get in for free and mini fashoinistas have a Best Dressed Little Lady competition. A children’s funfair and shopping mall will also help keep everyone entertained.

A special non-stop free bus service runs from Brighton whilst train-travellers enjoy a short walk to the course from the adjacent Plumpton train station. Free parking is also available on the racecourse.

Doors open at 11.30am on Sunday with the first race underway at 2pm.

Terms and conditions apply to the free entry offer. Ladies must wear a hat or fascinator to gain free entry.

For further information please visit www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk.

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September 8, 2009

Press Release

Free Entry offer for Plumpton Racecourse Ladies Day

Plumpton Racecourse is offering free entry* for well dressed ladies wearing a hat or fascinator at their first racemeeting of the season, Ladies Day, on Sunday 20th September.

Female fashionistas are also being tempted to Plumpton’s big day with fabulous prizes to be won in the Best Dressed Lady competition, including an all inclusive 10 night holiday to St Lucia courtesy of Almond Resorts to the winner. Runners up prizes including an overnight stay at myhotel in Brighton, and Colour, Cut and Finish with Identity hair salon.

Chief Executive Claire Sheppard said “Ladies Day is Plumpton’s most glamorous day of the year. We have plenty of entertainment to keep everyone entertained including live music from a Caribbean band, and a shopping village with a number of great local shops represented offering everything from a quick manicure, to hats, shoes, handbags and jewellery.”

Accompanied children under 16 get in for free, mini fashoinistas are also being rewarded with a Best Dressed Little Lady competition, and there’s a funfair to keep everyone entertained.

Doors open at 11.30am on Sunday 20th September, with the first race underway at 2pm.

* Terms and conditions apply to the free entry offer – for further information visit www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk.

For further media enquiries please contact Claire Sheppard on 01273 890383 or email claire@plumptonracecourse.co.uk

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August 24, 2009

Press Release

Plumpton’s new website backed by record-breaking AP McCoy

Celebrating its 125th year, Plumpton Racecourse has launched a new website with an exciting new look and masses on information.

The new website – www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk – allows Plumpton’s followers a further insight into the racecourse and more ways to keep in touch with latest news.

Horse Racing legend AP McCoy said, “This has been a very special year for me riding my 3,000th career winner at Plumpton. It is a fantastic little racecourse and I enjoy every visit.

“I would recommend you take a look at the new Plumpton website and book your tickets online to come and support National Hunt jump racing. You’ll have a great day out.”

Visitors to the new Plumpton website can watch AP’s record-breaking victory and loads more videos. You could also win tickets to watch AP live in action at one of Plumpton’s 16 annual racedays.

Chief Executive Claire Sheppard, “Our aim at Plumpton is to offer the best horse racing experience to all our visitors. This has now been translated into our website.

“There is lots to do and see with special offers and competitions to enjoy. We are also offering exclusive regular blog postings from local trainers and jockeys such as Nick Gifford and Philip Hide.”

Plumpton Racecourse is the only independent National Hunt jump racecourse in Sussex. It holds 16 race meetings each year and is the perfect venue a wide range of other events including weddings, exhibitions, christmas parties, car boot sales and soon drive-in movies.

For further media enquiries please contact Claire Sheppard on 01273 890383 or email claire@plumptonracecourse.co.uk

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