Rugby and racing weekend
On **Friday 25th November** Newcastle Falcons take on Exeter Chiefs in the latest installment of the Gallagher Premiership Rugby competition, kicking off at Kingston Park at 7.45pm.
Then, the following afternoon of **Saturday 26th November**, Newcastle Racecourse hosts one of the most prestigious hurdle races in the horse racing calendar- the Betfair Fighting Fifth – where a selection of the finest hurdlers in the world compete for an historic prize.
**Those purchasing the bundle will receive 20% off the events, with prices starting from £36.00.**
Semore Kurdi, CEO of Newcastle Rugby Ltd said: “We saw some great success with this partnership last year and it’s something we’re looking to do more of going forward.
“The North-East has a lot to offer live sports fans and we’re keen to make that as accessible as possible for our current supporters and those looking for things to do in the run up to the festive season, as well as anyone visiting the region.”
In addition to offering the bundle, the venues will work with Newcastle City Council, Newcastle Gateshead Initiative (NGI) and NE1 to deliver a host of additional information for people attending the two events including restaurant and bar recommendations, hotel offers and other activities taking place over the weekend, including this year’s Christmas markets due to launch on Saturday 19th November.
Paul Elliott, Executive Director of Newcastle Racecourse, said: “It’s great to link up with Newcastle Falcons for another year running and offer people the chance to experience watching rugby and horseracing over one weekend. As well as a great offer for our regular customers, we hope to build on the weekend to attract other audiences looking for fun things to do in Newcastle ahead of the festive season and bring more people to the North-East.”
The packages will also be sold as part of NGI’s New Adventures campaign which brings together a whole host of different experiences available across Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland.
**Packages**
**General admission – £36.00**
Be in the thick of the action with tickets to North stand for the rugby and entrance to the grandstand enclosure at the racing. This basic package includes standing tickets at Kingston Park. Your tickets include free buses from the racecourse to town at the end of the day. 20% discount already applied. Tickets only available until midday Friday 25 November.
**Standing premier – £45.60**
This upgraded package includes covered standing in the South stand at Kingston Park, which boasts its own dedicated indoor bar and access to the grandstand enclosure at the racecourse. Your tickets include free buses from the racecourse to town at the end of the day. 20% discount already applied. Tickets only available until midday Friday 25 November.
**Seated premier – £50.40**
This upgraded package includes covered seating in the West stand at Kingston Park, which boasts with two dedicated indoor bars, a number of food outlets and it’s own retail outlet and access to the grandstand enclosure at the racecourse. Your tickets include free buses from the racecourse to town at the end of the day. 20% discount already applied. Tickets only available until midday Friday 25 November.
Newcastle Falcons will also be offering a hospitality upgrade which includes a two-course meal in the Fifteen at the Falcons with access to a private bar and a pre- and post-match player Q&A. To access this upgrade, please contact corporatesales@newcastle-falcons.co.uk or call us on 0191 214 2892. Please note you must have purchased one of the above packages to access the discounted rate.
**Purchasing guidance**
Tickets can be purchased through Newcastle Racecourse (0191 236 2020).
For those wishing to purchase simply click [**here**][1] and select your preferred package. This will include entry to both events.
[1]: http://newcastle-racecourse.co.uk/whats-on/betfair-fighting-fifth-2022