Chester Races

Our train services to Chester are likely to be busier than usual this summer. With horse racing and a host of other events planned at the racecourse. It’s worth checking before travelling so you don’t get caught out.

Upcoming events

For more information, visit Chester Races website.

DateEvent
Wednesday 06 May 2026Boodles May Festival Trials Day
Thursday 07 May 2026Boodles May Festival Ladies Day
Friday 08 May 2026Boodles May Festival Ladbrokes Chester Cup Day
Saturday 30 May 2026Roman Day
Friday 12 June 2026The Friday Social
Saturday 13 June 2026The Saturday Social
Saturday 27 June 2026Summer Saturday
Friday 10 July 2026Ibiza Classics Evening
Saturday 11 July 2026Music Weekend Saturday
Saturday 25 July 2026Midsummer Meeting
Sunday 02 August 2026Family Funday
Saturday 22 August 2026Powells Jewellery Ladies Day
Friday 11 September 2026The Virgin Bet Autumn Festival Friday
Saturday 12 September 2026The Virgin Bet Autumn Festival Saturday
Saturday 19 September 2026The Season Finale

 

Post-event

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Buy Before You Board

You must buy your ticket before getting on the train. To save time later, buy a return ticket on your way in. You can also buy your ticket on the TfW app or website tfw.wales. Revenue Protection Inspectors will be doing ticket checks before and after the event.

Person under the influence

Public safety

Anyone under the influence of alcohol who is considered a threat to their own or public safety will be refused travel.

Person shouting at another person
Anyone who uses abusive language or threatening behaviour towards our customers or colleagues will also be refused travel.

 

Keeping our customers safe during events

Major events can result in more people than usual using our services. We’ll take extra steps to keep our customers travelling safely and reliably.