Horse racing at Chester dates back to the early sixteenth century. Nestled on the edge of Chester’s city walls lies Chester Racecourse, known as the Roodee. Chester Horse Racing Results Considered to be the oldest racing venue in England; racing around Chester’s tight ‘Roodee’ track has taken place since 1539 and some 500 years on the track itself has changed very little – the city walls and banks of the River Dee shaping two thirds of the circuit. Please fill in your details below and we will endeavour to respond to your query as soon as possible. The racecourse’s historic iconic façade is complimented with modern and contemporary interiors in outstanding on-course restaurants. Chester Racecourse chief warns it could be 'mothballed' if crowds can't return, Richard Thomas in dire warning over coronavirus impact on site, More Chester Races fixtures taking place behind closed doors, Fourteen races are scheduled across two days, Chester photographer rediscovers his love of art, 1970s image of Chester Races is among Rick Matthews' portfolio, Chester Race Company extend offer of race sponsorship to Chester FC as action returns to Roodee, Racing returns to the Roodee this week and there will be a special race on Monday evening, Footpaths and road near Chester Racecourse closed during Monday's race meeting, Chester Racecourse urging spectators to watch the behind closed doors meeting from home, Chester Races first meeting of 2020 to honour city's Together campaign, Race names to pay tribute to those working hard to boost city's fortunes, Chester Racecourse confirms all meetings with crowds are cancelled for 2020, But three behind-closed-doors fixtures will go-ahead, Chester races crowds unlikely to return until next year, Three meetings will be held behind closed doors in August, Chester Racecourse boss hopes racing can return to Roodee in September, Richard Thomas tells Sky Sports he would love to see crowds back at the city track, Onwards and upwards for Chester Racecourse despite coronavirus, Race company takes on operating licence for one of Scotland's largest racecourses, Chester racecourse offering free parking to aid reopening of city centre, Free parking will be in place at two sites until the end of July, Chester Races cancel July and August fixtures, But no decision has yet been announced regarding September meetings, Heartwarming tribute to well-known Chester woman who 'lived life to the full', Doreen Griffiths sadly passed away at her home in Upton last month, 14 things in Chester we will never take for granted again once lockdown is over. Chester Racecourse, known as the Roodee, is officially recognised by the Guinness World Records as the oldest racecourse still in operation . ITV will show four live races today, and here is all you need to know. Chester betting with William Hill. Horse racing at Chester dates back to the early sixteenth century. *By signing up to our newsletter, you agree to your personal data being used in conjunction with our Privacy Policy. The staff have provided the Chester racecourse channels for today’s meetings in Cheshire and the latest providers are listed down below. Bets are accepted in accordance with the bookmaker's rules and terms and conditions. If you’re looking for Chester races tips then you’re in safe hands.