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WALES boasts two top racecourses - Bangor-on-Dee in the North, and Chepstow in the South.
Bangor-on-Dee
 On the border between England and Wales, Banger-on-Dee is a charming rural track set in glorious countryside beside the River Dee.
Assured of a warm welcome, be prepared for plenty of fresh air and a really enjoyable day out in the country at one of Britain's most idyllic courses.
The course is a left-handed jumps racecourse, easily accessible via the motorway and trunk road network, the racecourse is situated just five minutes from the A483, 10 minutes from Wrexham and 25 minutes south of Chester.
Bangor-on-Dee has a unique character, exemplified by the fact it is the only racecourse in Britain that doesn’t have a grandstand!
No worries on the viewing front though as the main grass viewing bank provides a natural amphitheatre to the racing action. The much improved permanent facilities also provide ample resources for racegoers.
Over the course of 2006, there are 13 fixtures spread throughout the four seasons giving everyone a chance to come racing at some point in the year and experience the magical charm of Bangor races.
Jump racing has been taking place at Bangor since 1859 and is steeped in history. All the greatest jump jockeys have ridden the course and the present crop of top jockeys all regularly turn up at meetings.
In 2002, Bangor-on-Dee joined up with sister track, Chester Racecourse, where you can also enjoy some fantastic and glamorous flat racing during the summer months.
Chepstow
 The picturesque Wye Valley provides a breathtaking backdrop to the impressive racing calendar at Chepstow racecourse. Ideally located between Bristol and Cardiff, the racecourse is easily accessible being just a few miles from the Severn Bridge. The course hosts a mixture of 30 Jump and Flat fixtures during 2006. There’s a variety of weekend, evening, bank holiday and midweek meetings plus popular themed meetings.
The highlight of the year at Chepstow is the Welsh National meeting in December, Wales' richest and most prestigious race meeting.
This is a chance to see the stars of the game and enjoy top-class National Hunt action at its best, with previous winners including Corbiere, Master Oats and Earth Summit.
The racecourse is situated on the A466 Chepstow to Monmouth road, not far from the Severn Bridge.
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