Dynamic Syndications will be attending the Fernhill Picnic Races as we attempt to secure the inaugural running of $25,000 Fernhill Cup with our Jason Coyle trained galloper MASTERSTROKE who will be ridden by leading picnic rider Blake Ryan (son of leading trainer Gerald Ryan).
Masterstoke - Aiming at the Fernhill Cup
Fernhill Estate will play host to Sydney’s only country raceday on Saturday.
Have you ever been to the picnic races ? It’s a wonderful day and a bucket list event for all racing enthusiasts.
Fernhill Estate is opening the gates to welcome thousands of picnic revellers, eager to dress up and enjoy a good old fashioned day at the races. This event has great significance in terms of Fernhill’s equestrian history, having produced winners of the Melbourne Cup in both 1877 (Chester) and 1880 (Grand Flaneur).
To this end, Fernhill has negotiated with Racing NSW and Hawkesbury Race Club to introduce the quintessential, upmarket picnic race day to the Racing NSW calendar.
Fernhill Estate at Mulgoa Valley, is situated on 1850 acres of picturesque terrain but is still in close proximity to Sydney’s CBD. Located less than 1 hour from the Randwick Racecourse and only 15 minutes from Penrith, you'll be amazed by Fernhill.
Built in the early 18th century, Fernhill is steeped in tradition. Created from stone quarried within the estate, the sandstone mansion still stands proudly, after nearly 200 years, and its presence is felt as soon as you enter the grounds.
Fernhill Picnic Race Day - What’s On ?
Gates open: 10am
Bars open: 11am
Hospitality areas open: 12pm
First race: 1.00pm
Cup race: 5.10pm
Post race concert: 5.30pm
Event closes: 9pm
Experience a fantastic day out at Fernhill Picnics. On the track, there will be a six-race program including the day’s feature race, the $25,000 Carlton Mid Cup.
The unmistakable tones of 2GB’s Ray Hadley will be heard through the speakers as he calls each race on the card.
Racing fanatics won’t miss the excitement of the final day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival with the action broadcast live on the big screen plus tote and bookmaker facilities available for both Flemington and Randwick races.
Racing Program
The Fernhill Picnic Race Day will feature six picnic races, including the Fernhill Cup, run on the estate’s 2400m grass track.
The main feature is Race 6 FERNHILL CUP (1450 METRES)
Of $25,000. 1st $16,250, 2nd $5,000, 3rd $2,250, 4th $1,000, 5th $500
No class restriction, Handicap, Three-Years-Old and Upwards, No sex restriction
Apprentices can claim.
Owners Ticketing – Each registered owner with a runner on the day, will be entitled to four (4) x general admission tickets to the race day. Photo identification must be produced to redeem tickets.
Indulge in gorgeous surrounds and be entertained with the thrill of the races, there will be free kids’ activities, International Food Fare, Fashion Spotting with prizes from Bendon, Cosmo and Bon Jovi tickets, plus a post race concert from Aussie rock icon, James Reyne!
WIN! A trip to Mauritius
Want to escape the cold Australian winter next year for an exotic beach getaway?
Be at the Fernhill Carlton Mid Picnic Raceday to win a holiday for two people at the luxurious Beachcomber Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa in sunny Mauritius valued at over $8000!
Simply complete a competition flyer at the entry gates on the day and drop it into the competition barrel located at the ‘Beachcomber Cabana’. Five (5) people will then need to show off their skills to take home the prize.
Fashion Spotting
Showcase your unique country raceday style in the Fernhill Fashion Spotting Competition and if our expert roving judges from Cosmopolitan magazine selects you, you will take home a $200 Bendon gift voucher.
But for one lucky fashionista (or fashionmister), the stakes will be higher. The person judged to display the most suitable country raceday outfit will receive two X-Seat tickets to Bon Jovi at ANZ Stadium in December.
CHEERS! From the Carlton Mid Beer Garden
There is no better place to kick back and relax with mates at the Picnic Races than the Carlton Mid Beer Garden.
Treat your pallet to a number of refreshing blends or learn more about your favourite brew by joining in at the beer tasting experience tent.
Plus, you and five mates have the chance to win a fully catered box at the Carlton Mid One Day International Cricket in Sydney on Sunday, 19 January 2014. To enter, purchase a Carlton Mid at the Beer Garden before 4:15pm.
Post-Race Concert
Lounge back and relax or dance the night away to the musical styling of Aussie rock legend James Reyne as the entertainment continues on the main stage following the last picnic race.
Where Is Fernhill Estate?
Fernhill Estate is located in Western Sydney at 1041 Mulgoa Road, Mulgoa. Travel time from Penrith is about 15 minutes to the northeast and from Sydney CBD is about 50 minutes to the west.
Special Event traffic management plans will be in place including no right hand turn into Fernhill from a southbound direction, detours or road closures. Follow any directional signs or instruction from event staff. Updated information will be made available on NSW Transport Live Traffic website www.livetraffic.rta.nsw.gov.au
Come along and see if we can win the Cup MASTERSTOKE is well placed and ready to give it his best. Hopefully we will see you there !