Leopardstown Racecourse

This has regular meetings throughout the year, flat-racing in summer and jumps in winter. There's a "Pay as you Play" golf course within the racecourse grounds, as well as bars, restaurants and a nightclub.

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Address: Leopardstown D18 V9C6
Getting there: Follow N11 south, turn right into R113 Leopardstown Road
Website: leopardstown.com (opens in a new tab)

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