CLUB: Wellington R.C. @ Trentham
Home of New Zealand’s biggest thoroughbred race day in 2008, Trentham is an iconic Thoroughbred Racing venue in New Zealand. The course is located 30 minutes from Wellington, New Zealand’s Capital City, and appropriately the course is used for premier quality racing from October to July each season. The track itself is a perfect circumference recognised by trainers and jockeys worldwide as offering top class racing, the term ‘Champagne Turf’ was coined by a past CEO to describe the immaculate presentation of the track over the Wellington Cup Carnival every January. The Members Stand offers Wellington Racing Club Members superb facilities on race days while the historic Public Stand is often packed to capacity for its views of the Wellington Cup and Wellington Steeplechase. One unique feature of Trentham is the ‘Figure 8’ Steeplechase Course, which offers a spectacle second to none in New Zealand Jumps Racing.
Contact Details
Wellington Racing Club
Racecourse Road, Trentham, Upper Hutt
PO Box 47-024, Trentham, Upper Hutt 5143
T: 04 528 9611
F: 04 528 4166
Trentham Racecourse
From Wellington / West Coast: Take the Hutt Highway (State Highway 2) North towards Upper Hutt, turning right off the Highway on to Fergusson Drive at Silverstream. Follow Fergusson Drive to Sutherland Avenue, turning right at this set of lights then follow signs to the racecourse.
From Wairarapa / East Coast: Turn left off State Highway at Moonshine Road. Follow to the end and turn right on to Fergusson Drive. Follow Fergusson Drive to Sutherland Avenue, turning left at this set of lights then follow signs to the racecourse.
Wellington R.C. Info:
Parking:
Owners’, Members & Officials are permitted to park in the Leger Carpark on all race days subject to space and the Forecourt Carpark when available. Entry is via Racecourse Road. There is ample Public Parking available on Racecourse Road and surrounding areas. The centre of course is open for parking on Wellington Cup Day.
Dining options from Café Style to Three Course Meals are available on all race days. Call 04 528 9611 to make bookings to the fabulous Terrace Restaurant where reserved tables overlooking the track make for a sensational day at the races.
Corporate Boxes offer guests an outstanding day at the races with spectacular views, privacy and packages to suit individual desires. Call 04 528 9611 for more information.
Membership:
- General $200 per season (plus $50 for Companion Pass)
- Gold $500 per season (plus $250 for Companion Pass)
- Young Members $75 (18 – 30 year olds)
Entry Fees & Members Pass: visit www.trentham.co.nz for relevant race day
Dress Regulations (Members Stand):
Gentlemen – The minimum standard is smart casual. Dress jeans & collared shirt are permitted. Ripped or torn jeans, track pants, shorts, running shoes, jandals, T-shirts and singlets are not permitted.
Ladies – Ladies are expected to maintain a suitable standard in keeping with the dignity of the Members’ Stand.
Click here to view the RACE BYO Policy
Trentham Info:
Functions/Hospitality: You can book Trentham for weddings, conferences, meetings, functions and balls. Take your pick from 50 hectares of lawns and landmark buildings. For further info, email hospitality@trentham.co.nz
Trentham Track Info:
Trentham is a 2000m left handed track with a 450m straight.
Inside draws have a slight advantage at all starting points unless the track is heavy, then outside draws play a major part.
