Chelmsford City Racecourse
Event Venue
1 review
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Gt Leigh's, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 1QP
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Great and Little Leighs, Chelmsford
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Venue overview
Chelmsford City Racecourse in Essex offers a vast, versatile space surrounded by scenic countryside, perfect for private hire. Ideal for weddings, parties, or large events with a personalized touch.
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Spaces for hire at Chelmsford City Racecourse
The Club Restaurant & Lounge
Restaurant
·
Private space
170 seats
250 standing
The Club has a private, VIP vibe. A private space with panoramic views across the racecourse, this space is on the first floor of the grandstand and can hold up to 250 people.
Windows wrap this room allowing for natural daylight and a built in bar makes this space perfect for private dinners and important events.
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £30 per person
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Queen Charlotte Marquee
Event Venue
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Whole venue
800 seats
1000 standing
This spectacular marquee provides everything you could want for a successful event, inclusive of private toilets, comprehensive kitchen and a dazzling Art Deco bar. This luxury marquee is as equally impressive for weddings, celebrations, summer parties and awards dinners.
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1800 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Summer Marquee
Event Venue
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Whole venue
1000 seats
3000 standing
Our largest, year-round marquee with heating facilities available, offers a fully flexible space for events of all styles and a noteworthy 66m private terrace.
Located immediately on the right as guests enter the racecourse, the Summer Marquee is a supremely convenient location for any event. Featuring a central, fully equipped kitchen, two large ...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £2200 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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The Sports Bar
Event Venue
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Semi-private area
500 seats
1000 standing
This perfect all-weather, year-round venue is ideal for conferences, presentations, product launches, exhibitions and much more. With speedy internet, air conditioning and excellent catering facilities including the option of the Grill Kitchen, the Sports Bar can be set-up in various layouts to suit your event. Located in the Grandstand with a priv...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £30 per person
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now
Fairwood Brasserie
Event Venue
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Private space
240 seats
The Fairwood Suite can hold up to 240 for banqueting and 500+ for a reception, the room is extremely versatile with dividing walls and can host conferences, dinners and exhibitions.
The suite sits on the finishing line of the track and has outside terraces and green space available. Contact us for more details.
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £30 per person
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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The Oak Suite
Event Venue
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Private space
50 seats
60 standing
Situated on the first floor, overlooking the Parade Ring, this oak-paneled room provides an ideal setting for smaller functions.
Our most intimate space features a private bar and personal balcony. Ideal for meetings, interviews, presentations, corporate lunches and receptions of 30 guests or less.
Toilet facilities are located on the floor below...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1000 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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The Lobby
Event Venue
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Private space
100 seats
300 standing
Book 8 hr. minimum
The Lobby features a large central reception desk for greeting guests. This open space can also serve as a breakout area during events and is often hired with the Sports Bar and Fairwood Brasserie.
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £2200 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Concert Grounds
Outdoor Space
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Private space
9999 standing
The Concert Grounds at Chelmsford City Racecourse offer a spacious, versatile outdoor event space set within one of Essex’s most iconic venues. Located within the racecourse’s expansive 150-acre site, this open-air setting provides an exceptional backdrop for large-scale music events, outdoor festivals, branded experiences, corporate functions, and...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £2500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Reviews and ratings
4.0
Communication
4.0
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Prices and opening hours
Monday
6:00 –
0:00
from
£30
per person
Fairwood Brasserie
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Club Restaurant & Lounge
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Sports Bar
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Lobby
9:00 –
17:00
from
£2200
hire fee per day
Queen Charlotte Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1800
hire fee
Summer Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£2200
hire fee
The Oak Suite
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1000
hire fee per day
Concert Grounds
6:00 –
0:00
from
£2500
min. spend
Tuesday
6:00 –
0:00
from
£30
per person
Fairwood Brasserie
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Club Restaurant & Lounge
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Sports Bar
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Lobby
9:00 –
17:00
from
£2200
hire fee per day
Queen Charlotte Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1800
hire fee
Summer Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£2200
hire fee
The Oak Suite
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1000
hire fee per day
Concert Grounds
6:00 –
0:00
from
£2500
min. spend
Wednesday
6:00 –
0:00
from
£30
per person
Fairwood Brasserie
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Club Restaurant & Lounge
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Sports Bar
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Lobby
9:00 –
17:00
from
£2200
hire fee per day
Queen Charlotte Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1800
hire fee
Summer Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£2200
hire fee
The Oak Suite
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1000
hire fee per day
Concert Grounds
6:00 –
0:00
from
£2500
min. spend
Thursday
6:00 –
0:00
from
£30
per person
Fairwood Brasserie
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Club Restaurant & Lounge
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Sports Bar
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Lobby
9:00 –
17:00
from
£2200
hire fee per day
Queen Charlotte Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£1800
hire fee
Summer Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£2200
hire fee
The Oak Suite
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1000
hire fee per day
Concert Grounds
6:00 –
0:00
from
£2500
min. spend
Friday
6:00 –
0:00
from
£30
per person
Fairwood Brasserie
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Club Restaurant & Lounge
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Sports Bar
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Lobby
9:00 –
17:00
from
£2400
hire fee per day
Queen Charlotte Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£2000
hire fee
Summer Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£2500
hire fee
The Oak Suite
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1200
hire fee per day
Concert Grounds
6:00 –
0:00
from
£2500
min. spend
Saturday
6:00 –
0:00
from
£30
per person
Fairwood Brasserie
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Club Restaurant & Lounge
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Sports Bar
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Lobby
9:00 –
17:00
from
£2400
hire fee per day
Queen Charlotte Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£2000
hire fee
Summer Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£2500
hire fee
The Oak Suite
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1200
hire fee per day
Concert Grounds
6:00 –
0:00
from
£2500
min. spend
Sunday
6:00 –
0:00
from
£30
per person
Fairwood Brasserie
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Club Restaurant & Lounge
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Sports Bar
9:00 –
17:00
from
£30
per person
The Lobby
9:00 –
17:00
from
£2400
hire fee per day
Queen Charlotte Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£2000
hire fee
Summer Marquee
9:00 –
0:00
from
£2500
hire fee
The Oak Suite
9:00 –
17:00
from
£1200
hire fee per day
Concert Grounds
6:00 –
0:00
from
£2500
min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.
Facilities and catering options
Up to 9999
standing
Up to 1000
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol
About Chelmsford City Racecourse
Chelmsford City Racecourse is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.
Chelmsford City racecourse is a unique and flexible venue in the heart of Essex.
Surrounded by picturesque countryside, the 150+ acre racecourse site has excellent transport links via the A131, A120 and M11 with significant amounts of free parking.
With an incredibly large versatile space, our professional and experienced events team at Chelmsford City racecourse will provide you with a personal and bespoke service helping you plan and deliver your entire event.
FAQ
At Chelmsford City Racecourse, the following catering options are available:
- In-house catering service is available
- Refreshments for guests are offered
- Free parking is available on-site
Chelmsford City Racecourse is located at Gt Leigh's, in Great and Little Leighs, Chelmsford.
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