Equestrian activities, Horse and Greyhound racing in Tipperary
EQUESTRIAN ACTIVITIES
Equestrian activities and Tipperary have always gone hand in hand. Great horses, people and beautiful countryside have enticed visitors for generations and that tradition continues today. Throughout the course of the year there are show-jumping, cross-country, dressage and eventing competitions for spectators to enjoy. For those that want to participate there is something for all standards of rider from beginner to advanced in a range of disciplines such as show-jumping, cross-country,hunting, dressage, trekking, eventing and polocrosse. Equestrian Centres in Co. Tipperary approved by theAssociation of Irish Riding Establishments (A.I.R.E.)
HORSE RACING
What an experience a trip to the races is for all the family!
A spectacle full of fun, anticipation and excitement, with fast horses and brave jockeys competing for coveted prizes. Tipperary is steeped in all areas of horse racing tradition. It is a world renowned nucleus of stud farms and training stables such as Coolmore Stud and Ballydoyle Racing Stables. So where better to come racing than at one of Tipperary's three race courses, Clonmel, Thurles and Tipperary, which offer both flat and jump racing throughout the year.
GREYHOUND RACING
Tipperary is synonymous with great greyhound raching. There is a rich tradition in the breeding and training of Ireland's greyhound stars past and present.
There are two fantastic greyhound stadia in Tipperary which provide four nights racing each week througout the year.
A trip to these special events will give you a real insight into the Irish Love for sport.