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Ballarat Turf Club

240 Kennedys Road,
Miners Rest VIC 3352

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Mon-Fri:

8am–4:30pm

Located just over an hour's drive from Melbourne, the Ballarat Turf Club offers a country atmosphere with metropolitan quality.

Racing is held across the year on their turf and synthetic tracks, with the club proud to host 37 race meetings per season. The Ballarat Turf Club also features premium training facilities which is utilised by nearly 80 trainers and approximately 700 horses. All upcoming race days and events details on their website. On race days, visit their bar and bistro for drinks and a meal.

On non-event days, the tracks are actively used for training from Monday to Saturday in the morning. Visitors are walk-in to see the horses in training as they prepare for their next run. If you would like to watch the jump outs, this can be arranged by contacting the club at least a day prior. It is subject to the Ballarat Turf Club racing calendar.

On request and subject to availability, free tours of the facility are also offered. This includes access to key areas that are often used typically on a race day and some of the tracks they commonly use. To book a tour experience, please contact them via phone or email.

Please note that on non race days, the only public entry point is via 72 Midas Road. Their office is open from Monday to Friday.

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