York Racecourse Shortlisted in Regional Tourism Awards

Thursday, 4th July 2013

York Racecourse has announced they are shortlisted in the prestigious Welcome to Yorkshire White Rose Awards for the Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival in the ‘Tourism Event of the Year’ category.

Up against stiff competition, York Racecourse is shortlisted with 5 other visitor destinations revealed by Welcome to Yorkshire.  In 2012, the famed festival attracted 91,247 guests in total; the Wednesday alone, which featured the unforgettable Frankel race, brought an impressive 30,163 people to the city of York. The four day long event provides racing excellence combined with fashion and fun, attracting visitors to Yorkshire both nationally and internationally. 

James Brennan, Head of Marketing and Sponsorship comments:-

 “The Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival is the highlight of our racing calendar, we’re thrilled to be acknowledged for this fantastic event. On behalf of the team here, I’d like to say how delighted we are to be shortlisted and our fingers are all crossed for the final later this year”

The overall winner will be announced at an event in Leeds, 11th November. 

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