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Quick Facts About Killarney

The first recorded racemeetings in Killarney were in 1822 and between that date and 1901 they were staged between two different courses in the area. They were then discontinued until the present course was opened in 1936.

Killarney Revealed

Killarney is the premier tourist destination in Ireland and the Killarney races provides eleven cracking days of racing over 3 summer festivals in May, July and August. Killarney Racecourse proudly boasts the title of the most scenic racecourse in Ireland. It is situated within walking distance of Killarney town centre and has panoramic view of Killarney National Park, Ross Castle, The Lakes of Killarney and the McGillcuddy Reeks. Killarney has some of the best hotels, restaurants and night life in Ireland coupled with the best scenery.

Course Characteristics

The course is a left-handed level, oval of approx one mile and about 00 yards and is home to both Flat and National Hunt racing.

How To Get There

By Road:
Approx 96km north-west of Cork and 32 km south-east of Tralee.

By Rail:
Killarney Railway Station is regularly served by trains from Heuston Station Dublin, Limerick and Tralee. See www.irishrail.ie for timetables.

By Bus:
Regular services to Killarney operate from Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Tralee. See www.buseireann.ie or call 01 836 6111 for timetables.

By Air:
Killarney is very accessible by air. Kerry Airport is located within 16km of Killarney with direct daily access to UK and German destinations with daily direct flights to Dublin Airport (www.kerryairport.ie). Cork Airport is only 90km from Killarney and provides a range of UK and EU connections (www.corkairport.com). Shannon Airport is 135km from Killarney and in addition to UK and EU connections, it offers direct flights to the USA (www.shannonairport.com). Helicopter landing at the course can be arranged in advance.

Admission

Discounts available for pre-booked groups of 20 or more.

Refreshment Facilities

Killarney Racecourse had 4 public bars and a wide range of catering options. The Jim Culloty Bar has a large restaurant area with a hot carvery selection and light bite options. The Maurice O'Donoghue Stand offers patrons a sandwich bar and the Jockey Whip Fast Food Take Away is also available to racegoers.