$1million Group 1 Carlton Draught Railway Stakes Day at Ascot Saturday November 21
The $1million Group 1 Carlton Draught Railway Stakes is the greatest race on the Perth Racing calendar.
First run in 1887, it was originally programmed to celebrate the opening of the Fremantle to Guildford railway line.
Since then the Carlton Draught Railway Stakes has grown to be one of Western Australia’s – and Australia’s – most prestigious races, attracting high quality fields including the best competitors from the eastern states.
In 2008 a record crowd of 16,000 flocked to Ascot Racecourse to witness local star Gilded Venom secure the major prize.
GET FREE ENTRY TO THE RAILWAY STAKES FOR YOU AND A MATE
Purchase a carton of Carlton Draught & simply tear off your on-pack voucher.
PLUS
Register for the chance to Win 1 of 10 Ultimate Railway Stakes Experiences including VIP hospitality for two and prime concert viewing.
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The honour role of champions to win this race includes Aquanita, Asian Beau, Better Loosen Up and the great Northerly.
Run under handicap conditions, the Carlton Draught Railway Stakes is supported by a fantastic undercard of races including the Winning Edge Presentation Classic, the listed Placid Ark Stakes, the listed Tattersall’s Cup and the listed Carbine Club of WA Trophy.
There really is no better race day, with a full eight-race programme, entertainment all day, the Carlton Draught Beer Garden – a great place to sit back and relax with live music playing all day – and after the last race, the fun heats up with a sunset concert featuring Jimmy Barnes and Diesel.
$20 gate entry (includes concert)
Purchase tickets now from Perth Racing or on the day at the gate.
First Race 11.45am - Last race 4.57pm.
Concert to start after last race playing for approx 1.5 hours.
Performing after the Last race Jimmy Barnes and Diesel
Transport and Parking
Special Bus Services Railway Stakes days
BUS SERVICES
Route 698
Path Transit buses showing number 698 depart from the City Busport (Stand D7) and travel via Wellington Street Bus Station (Stand A15), Perth Train Station (Wellington St), Belmont Park entrance, Belmont Park Train Station overpass then to Ascot. The return trip starts at Grandstand Road and travels the route in reverse order.
Railway Stakes (Saturday 21 November 2009)
Ex – City every 30 minutes from 10.30am until 1.00pm
Ex - Ascot every 15 minutes from 4.30pm until 8.00pm
Cost: $3.00 each way
Burswood will be providing a shuttle bus service back to Burswood from 6.45pm – 8pm from the Leger Gate Exit.
PARKING
Ascot Parking Map (PDF)