GIFT vouchers for the Galway Races would be welcomed by any racing fan for Christmas. The racecourse has options to choose from. For €140 you can buy a seven-day admission ticket to the Summer Festival, while for an additional €70 you can add a reserved seat in the Corrib Bar with panoramic views. Otherwise, get an annual badge for the 13 days of racing for just €175.

If you join Gowran Park Racing Club you get entry to 17 meetings, with access to the private bar and balcony. A member’s dinner takes place in November, while trips are arranged to other racecourses in Ireland. Membership includes entry to 22 other meetings throughout 2020, 33% off the price of additional tickets, 25% off green fees on the golf course, and reserved parking. At €125 this works out at about €7 a meeting. Membership for a couple costs €200, while its €100 for over 65s.