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I was there last weekend in the Premier Enclosure and I just don’t think it was an issue. There were lots of "dodgy geezers", "suitably dressed", and I kept my hand in my pocket holding my money, as one does at many such occasions when there is a crowd. We even had a competition between ourselves about the most embarrassing suit! Many of them didn’t even watch the races. I am a National Hunt fan and generally get much more satisfaction from visiting "small" racecourses where you find genuine racing fans and no issue about why they’re wearing.
It’s notable that Ascot have a separate NH dress code without the restrictions that Newbury are applying. Cheltenham is suitably relaxed about its dress code with, let’s face it, much better racing.
Newbury needs to have a reality check (if those in charge know what that means!). If the reports of people being rudely decamped to the grandstand are true then those responsible should be sacked!
Any business that thinks it’s a good idea to call itself "The Racecourse Newbury" rather than "Newbury Racecourse" has transparently lost the plot!
If they carry on in this vein then they should be relieved of their premier graded races. #arses
