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Wellfield NZ Oaks Day Featuring Ladies Day At The Races
Follow the sound of the stilettos and pumps to Trentham Racecourse this Saturday 14 March, for Wellington’s biggest Girls Day Out. Witness the running of the NZ Oaks, featuring some of New Zealand’s top-rated horses from a prime position at the annual Trentham High Tea on the Champagne Lawn. Rally your girlfriends together and get on-course for a stunning day out.
Date: Saturday 14th March 2015
Club: Wellington Racing Club
Venue: Trentham
Gates Open: 11:00 am
Start Time: 12:00 pm
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An extra race on todays card!
The Wellington Racing Club is proud to present the second annual “Running of the Brides” on Wellfield NZ Oaks Day, just after race 5!
Whether you are married, single, or always the bridesmaid and never the bride; get a dress & start running. This 150m sprint down the track will definitely get the blood pumping!
All you need is a wedding dress and to get your running shoes on. The winner will take home a fabulous prize from Life Pharmacy Queensgate.
Register before the day and secure your starting position in this great race by emailing .
Members Draw
A member on course could win $50,000!! A great extra incentive for WRC members to be at Trentham!
All you have to do is scan your Membership card to let WRC that you are on course then you could win $50,000!
Simply scan in on arrival before Race 2 using your Members card (not guest card) either at the office prior to Race 1 or there will be a roving scanner through the Members stand between Race 1 and 2.
The draw with those scanned & registered will take place after Race 2 and the winner notified via the loudspeaker system then must present themselves prior to Race 3 to the race day office.
The Member must then correctly choose the winners in 4 selected races at Trentham (determined by the WRC) at least 15 minutes before the first chosen race.
If all four selections are winners, the member will take home $50 000 !
A Punters Club will be held on the day with tickets only $5 each and available from the office and select totes before Race 3. Todays selector will be advised.
All bets will be placed on races 3-9 at Trentham. Any dividend will be declared after the 9th race and paid out from any on course tote on the day.
General Admission: Adults $10, Children (aged 17 and under) free entry
Tickets available on trentham.co.nz
Raceday Packages:
High tea, bubbles and friends! Book for a Day under the umbrellas on Trentham's exclusive "Champagne Lawn" next to the birdcage and close to the track.
There is no better place than this to celebrate in the style of a "garden party", letting the Ladies of Trentham show off the glamour and style that Ladies Day is all about.
Your package includes:
- A high tea will be served after Race 2
- All bookings of a table of six will receive a complimentary bottle of Bubbles on arrival
- A special gift
Dance the end of the day away in front of the forecourt stage.
Only $60 per person, or reserved tables of 6 for just $360. Ticket pricing includes gate entry and Members stand access. (credit card fees may apply)
Perfect for businesses, friends, sports groups or just for a spectacular day at the races. A great way to entertain with the impressive views from the top level of the Members stand.
Located on Level 3 of the Members Stand, 9 Corporate Boxes are prime real estate with a view second to none at Trentham.
There are a number of different capacity boxes available starting with a 15 guests minimum.
Your day at Trentham includes:
- Course admission
- Buffet style luncheon with dessert and afternoon tea
- Access to the Members facilities at Trentham
- Access to members carparking located off Racecourse Road for your guests
- Your exclusive corporate box for a minimum 15 guests (to a maximum of 70) set with tables, chairs and bar-leaners. Lift access available.
- Racebook and pen for each guest
- Televisions managed by the TAB and full views of the racecourse
- Extensive beverage service available (beverages not included in package)
- TAB Betting facilities plus toilets located in the foyer immediately outside the door to your exclusive corporate box
Note minimum booking is for 15 guests and subject to availability.
Please call (or 0800 TRENTHAM) and ask for "Corporate Box Bookings" to confirm availability and bookings or email with "Corporate box query" in the subject line.
Members stand Dress Standards
Non-member - $85 per person
Member - $70 per person (Members can purchase two tickets at this rate)
Located within the Members Stand via the Wellington Room
**BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Trentham’s tiered restaurant with a stunning outlook over the Birdcage and racetrack within the Members’ Stand showcases our Chef’s expertise with a four course meal. The dress code is smart casual.
Your day at Trentham includes:
- Course admission and entrance to the Members’ facilities
- Entree served to your table
- Buffet style main course and dessert
- Afternoon tea platter served to your table
- Extensive beverage service to your table (beverages not included in ticket price)
- Your reserved dining with racebook for each guest and full views of the racecourse
- TAB facilities and televisions inside the Members’ Stand
- Includes Members stand access for the day
- Access to members carpark
Please call (or 0800 TRENTHAM) and ask for "Terrace Restaurant Bookings" to confirm availability and bookings or email with "Terrace Restaurant" in the subject line.
Members stand Dress Standards
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