It’s so important to try your hand at something new every once and a while. With three wonderful kids in tow, spending the odd weekend or evening with just the two of you can be extremely difficult. I’ve always wanted to go to the races, to get all dressed up and place a cheeky bet on a plucky outsider. With the Grand National just gone (and a couple of quid lost) I want to try the real thing, but what are the five must-dos for any horse racing experience?
Tantalise your tastebuds
Horse racing venues across the country are renowned for their beautiful food. Three course menus accompanied with tasty tipples and delicious wine, the Great British racecourses are the perfect place for foodies and horse racing enthusiasts alike. For one of the best views to complement your wonderful meal, visit Kempton Park. Their stunning panoramic restaurant gives you the perfect view of the action, and the menu is reasonable yet exquisite too.
Bet on the outsider
One famous Zen saying reads “leap and the net will appear”. If you don’t take that chance, you’ll never reap the benefits. Why not place a bet on an outsider, choose a horse with your eyes shut or pick the most attractive jockey costume and see what happens. You never know, you could be treating yourself and the family to a tasty meal at your favourite restaurant or even a small trip if you’re particularly lucky…
Get dolled up
You don’t get many opportunities to dress up to the nines and a day at the races is the perfect opportunity to shop til you drop. The races are renowned for fantastic headwear and a glorious hat is an absolute must. A floaty dress in this season’s must-have colour is key but do accessorise with the show-stopping hat and matching heels too. For the fellas, a suit and tie is essential of course, but why not match the tie and accessories to the colour of your other half’s dress!
Sip fizz
Of course, the racing and food are fairly big aspects of the day, but you need the fizz to wash it all down with too. A day at the races calls for bubbly wines such as champagne. No expense spared! Sip away your worries…
Celebrate something special
The best time to venture to the races is if you have something special to celebrate. The whole day is something out of the ordinary and the perfect gift idea for your loved one. Whether it’s a momentous birthday or a milestone anniversary, the excitement of the races will have you heading back for more!
Horse racing has been a tradition for thousands of years. The Egyptians, Ancient Greeks and Romans all embraced this exhilarating and passionate sport steeped in such a colourful history. From the chariot races of the Roman era to the jump racing we are far more familiar with today, there is so much more to horse racing than simply placing your bets. Grab your finest attire and look forward to a day you will always remember…
This post is in association with Kempton Park
