19th June 2011 Enniscrone Strand Races
The Enniscrone Strand races are one of the most colourful attractions in Enniscrone. These horse races are still held on the beach at Enniscrone and have proved very popular over the years with locals and visitors alike. There is a long history of races in the area and after a lapse of over 100 years, the old tradition of Enniscrone Races was revived on Enniscrone Beach. Poles were used to create courses and the horses raced across the sand when the tide was out. This is a Seven card race meeting with €6000 in prize money and the first race starts lunch time.
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Admission Adults €8 and children are free. The event is to raise funds for the Enniscrone Agricultural Show and is sponsored by local businesses. The Enniscrone Strand Races is supported by Sligo County Council. There will be music and dancing in the Ocean Sands Hotel following the races. A great day out for all the family.