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Windsor\u2019s track is a figure of eight, being 12\u00bd furlongs in length. Because of this, it\u2019s hard for some punters to keep track of which we horses will be running.<\/p>\n
Events over a mile and a half task horses to go both right and left-handed. Races over a lesser distance mean only right-handed turns are taken which is simple enough in all honesty.<\/p>\n
The track remains absolutely flat all the way round, but it is sharp in nature so speed plays a big part here. That being said, the straight is around five furlongs which is longer than the majority in the country so those needing time to get sorted, such as long-striding types, are not always at a disadvantage.<\/p>\n
In the five and six-furlong sprints, those draw high are considered better off. When the ground gets soft however, they tend to head over to the far side rail negating that, which can also happen in longer races too.<\/p>\n
Track Analysis<\/h3>\n
Jockeys riding Windsor regularly, and there are many, point at the bottom corner as the problematic part of the track. Some trouble occurs there meaning there are unfortunately some hard luck stories here.<\/p>\n
What some jocks tend to do then, assuming they are on the right horse, is kick on at that point to stay out of trouble. The effect that has is for that horse to either steal a march and win, or when there is no trouble for one from the back to wear them down late after unnecessary energy has been expended.<\/p>\n
A well-balanced horse is ideal, but while it can be thought of as sharp this track does suit hold-up horses too so don\u2019t worry about that.<\/p>\n
Visiting Windsor Racecourse<\/h2>\n
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You can choose from either the Jubilee Club Enclosure or the Grandstand Enclosure.<\/p>\n
While both have their benefits, the Jubilee Club Enclosure is the better one. It\u2019s always advised to get the best ticket possible, giving yourself access to all public areas, allowing you to get close to the horses and to have a better choice of entertainment, bars and food outlets.<\/p>\n
How to Get to Royal Windsor<\/h3>\n
Windsor Racecourse is just one mile from the centre of Windsor and three miles from Slough.<\/p>\n
By road, use the M4 or M3 out of the London area, the M25 from the south, the M4 from the west and the M40 from the north to get to junction 6 of the M4 which is the area you need. Turn there in the direction of Windsor and the racecourse is signposted and easy to find.<\/p>\n
Just a 20-minute drive away is Windsor & Eton Riverside station. Train services there come from Farnham, Staines, Ashford and Egham.<\/p>\n
Uniquely, you can arrive at Royal Windsor by boat. Boats leave Windsor Promenade and arrive at the racecourse, typically running two hours before the first race and up to the start time of the second race. Return trips begin from the start time of the penultimate race and finish around 40 minutes after the last.<\/p>\n
Windsor is very well situated for air travel too, being only a 20-minute drive from Heathrow Airport.<\/p>\n
Where to Stay<\/h3>\n
Given its position in the country, there are no shortage of hotel options for Windsor.<\/p>\n
Windsor itself, as well as other Berkshire towns such as Slough, Maidenhead and, for the foodies, Bray, have rooms available.<\/p>\n
Windsor is also close enough to London of course to make the capital a very real option in order for visitors to take in more than just the racing.<\/p>\n\r\n\r\n
Windsor Racecourse Fixtures<\/h2>\r\n