Pyrenees Christmas Racing Shindig - Saturday 3rd December 2011

Proudly Sponsored by Avoca Community Bank and Pyrenees Advocate

Enjoy the Christmas season at the Avoca Shire Turf Club. Our new race meet is sure to impress and is the perfect venue for your work Christmas Party or Christmas catch-up with Family and Friends. We’ll take care of everything so you can relax and enjoy the day filled with Pyrenees style Christmas party cheer.

Racing right in the heart of the Pyrenees wine region, where the down-to-earth atmosphere and spirited group of volunteers make a day that captures the essence of a true Australian country race shindig.

Join the Avoca Shire Turf Club and make your Christmas Racing event in 2011 the Avoca Community Bank and Pyrenees Advocate Pyrenees Christmas Racing Shindig.

Come and Enjoy

• A magical view of the Pyrenees ranges
• Sally’s Paddock Picnic
• Country thoroughbred racing at its finest
• A delicious range of Sally’s Paddock wines
• Entertainment
• The national anthem live
• A wide variety of fresh food stalls
• Endless fun for the kids
• A night under the stars camping at the racecourse

Hospitality Packages

Entertaining in a marquee or enjoying an all inclusive dining package is the ideal, hassle free way to spend your day at the races.
Not only do our hospitality packages provide a fantastic atmosphere and central meeting place, but they also offer a private area away from the crowds; protection from the sun; somewhere to place your belongings and a reference point for friends to drop by and say hi. From just $20.50, they are also great value for money.

Bookings close Tuesday 22nd November. Please click here for hospitality package information or call Stephanie from CustomerFirst on 1300 139 402.

All out of business hours calls regarding hospitality can be made to the Avoca Shire Turf Club on (03) 5465 3231.

Racebook Advertising

Record your Special Day in the Racebook
Marquee holders celebrating a special occasion can purchase a full page racebook ad for $150 or ½ page for $75 (exc GST).

Contact the Avoca Shire Turf Club on (03) 5465 3231 or clubevents@avocaraceclub.com to make arrangements.

Event Details

Admission
Adults $15; Concession $10 (student & pension card holders)
Children U/16 Free (when accompanied by a parent or guardian)
Gates open at 10am (bars open at 11am)

Free parking on-course
Pre purchase your admission for just $12 pp (saving $3pp) by Tuesday 22nd November by calling Stephanie from CustomerFirst on 1300 139 402.

Pyrenees Accommodation

Avoca Caravan Park
The Avoca Shire Turf Club recommend the Avoca Caravan Park for your stay. Powered and unpowered camp sites available at the Avoca Caravan Park, please call (03) 5465 3073 to enquire or book.

A Night Under the Stars at the Racecourse
Make your visit to the Pyrenees a unique experience and camp the night at the racecourse. Campsites are un-powered. Toilet & shower facilities available. For $10* per campsite per night – it’s priceless!

Click here to book a campsite or call the race club on (03) 5465 3231. Bookings close 28/11/2011. *Conditions apply.

For any other Pyrenees accommodation enquiries call the Avoca Information Centre on 1800 206 622.

Transport Options

Admission & Travel Packages:
Ballarat
Admission & return travel packages are available at $33pp, prior to 24 November. This saves $4pp. Contact Gold Bus: (03) 5335 5005.

Travel Only:
From Melbourne
Rail to Ballarat – phone VLine 13 61 96 (then coach from Ballarat, see below). Otherwise Melbourne travellers can stay within the Pyrenees region, Maryborough, Ballarat or for a bit of fun, hire a limo for the day.

From Ballarat
Coach from Ballarat – phone Gold Bus 5335 5005 ($22 return).

From Maryborough
Coach from Maryborough – phone Maffesconi Bus Lines 5461 2838 ($10 return)

Pyrenees Shuttle Bus
Shuttle from Avoca and surrounding towns – phone Powers Bus Lines on (03) 5465 3119 or 0418 394 368. Small fee applies

For bookings and general enquiries

Call the Club on (03) 5465 3231 or clubevents@avocaraceclub.com OR call Steph from
Custome

rFirst on 1300 139 402 or info@countryracing.com.au

Other important event information:

• No Personal Shade Structures or Umbrellas
• No BYO alcohol
• No dogs or other animals
• Have a Great Day Out!