CCR Race Day

Dear Friends of CCR,

The Western Branch of the Past Pupils Union are delighted to invite you to the annual CCR Day at the Galway Races taking place on Saturday 3 rd August 2024. We look forward to another memorable occasion with up to 300 alumni, friends and family of CCR. This exclusive event will take place in the luxurious Killanin Stand where you will be treated to anchampagne reception followed by lunch, access to a private bar and tote facilities, and a private balcony with panoramic views of live racing. It is a fantastic social event that is expected to sell out in advance as per previous years.

Once again, CCR’s Brendan O’Rourke, TV & Radio Racing Pundit, will be your MC for the day and CCR past pupil and legendary trainer Willie Mullins will be attending to give his expert opinion of the day’s racing.

The day will start with a Champagne Reception at 12.00pm followed by lunch at 1.15pm. The First Race is 1.55pm and the last race is 5.55pm. Ballybrit Racecourse is on the Eastern side of Galway City and is approx. 45 minutes from Athlone and 1 hour 45 min from the M50.

This wonderful inclusive package costs €95.00 per person or €950.00 for a table of 10. To book, please contact Lydon House Catering on 091 564372 or email hospitality@lydonhouse.com (Reference: CCR Day at the Races, Saturday). As there is significant interest in what promises to be a great day out please book early to secure your place.

Yours sincerely,

Barry McCann

Chairman, Western Branch of the CCR Past Pupils Union