How to Feel Every Inch the A-Lister at the Races

It isn’t called the sport of kings for nothing!

There’s something instantly glamorous about going to see the horse racing. After all, it is the sport of kings and, in this day and age, it could be argued that the real royalty is the A-listers. If you want to feel like the celebrity you deserve to be then we’ve got a few tips on how to make your day at the races feel extra special.

Get Glammed Up

If there’s one thing that celebrities love more than anything, it’s dressing for the occasion. Well, perhaps totally overdressing for the occasion. Thankfully racecourses are onboard with you donning your fanciest cocktail dress and heels, so there’s no excuse not to. Go for something timeless and glamorous, like a siren red dress and your favourite pair of Louboutins, or change it up with an ultra-modern jumpsuit and wide-brimmed hat. The choice is yours but, whatever you wear, make sure you look red carpet ready.

Use your day out as an excuse to flaunt your most fabulous clothes

Treat Yourself to a Flutter

There’s nothing like the feeling of watching your horse come past the finishing line first, so it’s worthwhile having a bet. Even if you don’t win, being so close to those thundering hooves certainly makes you feel alive. You can make a bet on course with the bookmakers, or you can sometimes find better odds online. If you don’t quite have the net worth of an A-lister to be splashing around, then getting your hands on a bonus bet could be a good way to make sure you feel like one. Sites like Oddschecker collate all the information on offers available for various events, such as Cheltenham free bets or welcome bonuses that bookmakers provide by signing up. All so you can scroll through and find one to use at the races.

Look Out for Deals on Boxes

Watching the racing from the grandstand is pretty good, but watching it from a glass-fronted box is even better. Whilst at a lot of racecourses these boxes will set you back hundreds, there are often deals to be had on the quieter race days. Follow a handful of racecourses near you on social media and see if they have any going for cheap as race day rolls around. You can often get incredible deals if the boxes don’t sell and nobody needs to know you got it on the cheap! Better still, some courses offer you the chance to win a box by liking their posts, sharing them with friends, or answering questions. Sure, there’s only one winner, but who’s to say it won’t be you?