The Curragh is synonymous with Irish horse breeding and training.
The CurraghRacecourse - known as The Curragh - is the most important in Ireland. In fact the meaning of the name means ''place of running horses''.
The first recorded fixture took place in 1727. However, racing was held on the plains long before. This course is recognised for a number of Flat races including:
- Irish 1000 Guineas
- Irish 2000 Guineas
- Irish Derby
- Irish Oaks
- Irish St Leger
All Group 1 race of the highest caliber. Over 40 notable races are held at this course. I very much doubt any racecourse in the world has a higher number.
Flat racing:
The Curragh is a horseshoe-shaped course win a circuit of 2 miles and a steep uphill run in of 3 furlongs. The sprint distances over 5 -6f
is straight. Low draw is favoured in sprints, while high numbers on round course.
Contact details:
Curragh Racecourse
Curragh
County Kildare
Ireland
Tel: 353 45 441 205
Fax: 353 45 441 442
Website: http://www.curragh.ie/
Travel information:
The Curragh racecourse is about 30 miles from Dublin (Dublin-Cork-Limerick road). It's 9 miles from Naas and just 2 miles from neighbouring Newbridge.
Over 30 pick up locations by coach £25 pp (racecourse admission an return coach)
You can buy a combined racecourse and rail ticket at Dublin station (Heuston Station) for all weekend meeting.
The nearest airport is Casement some 20 miles away.
