Barberstown Castle, a historic castle located in the scenic countryside of Kildare, is set to host a Cheltenham Preview Night on Friday, February 24th from 8-11pm. The panel will be headlined by some of the biggest names in the horse racing world, including jockeys, and racing experts. They will no doubt be discussing the form, tactics, and betting opportunities ahead of the prestigious Cheltenham Festival, which will take place on 14th-17th March.

The Cheltenham Preview Night will feature Ruby Walsh as host being joined by Davy Russell and Barry Geraghty, the second most successful jockey in the history of the festival, along with racing expert Gavin Lynch.

We are proud to say The Grassroots Gazette will be media partners on the night shooting content, doing interviews and keeping those that can not attend up to date with all the happenings on the night.

The Cheltenham Preview Night promises to be a fantastic evening for all horse racing fans and enthusiasts, with lively debate, expert insights, and plenty of tips for the upcoming festival. Guests will also have the opportunity to enjoy the luxury surroundings of Barberstown Castle, with its stunning architecture and beautiful grounds.

“We’re delighted to be hosting the Cheltenham Preview Night at Barberstown Castle,” said Amanda Torrens the owner of the Castle. “As a keen horse racing fan, I know how important the festival is to fans and the industry, and we’re thrilled to be able to bring together such a talented panel of experts to share their insights and expertise while supporting an incredibly worthy cause.”

The general manager of Barberstown Castle Ted Robinson added, “We’re expecting a great turnout for the event, with fans traveling from across the county and all over the country to join us for what promises to be an unforgettable evening. With the stunning surroundings of Barberstown Castle and our fantastic panel of experts, this is an event not to be missed.”

In addition to the exciting panel and beautiful surroundings, guests can feel good about attending the Cheltenham Preview Night at Barberstown Castle, as proceeds from the event will be donated to the Injured Jockeys Fund. This worthy cause provides financial and emotional support to jockeys who have been injured or whose careers have been cut short by injury, making a real difference to the lives of those in the racing industry. So not only will guests enjoy a fantastic evening of entertainment and insights, but they’ll also be contributing to a worthy cause.

Tickets for the Cheltenham Preview Night at Barberstown Castle are still available. General admission will be €20 and there will be a limited availability of VIP tables which will include a 4 course meal! For Bookings and Enquiries: Please contact their team at (01) 628 8157.

Barberstown Castle is a luxurious and historic castle located in Kildare, Ireland. The Castle dates back to the 13th century and is now a 4-star hotel, renowned for its luxurious accommodations, stunning architecture, and beautiful grounds. The Castle is located just over 30 minutes from Dublin city center and is a popular destination for visitors from all over the world.

Barberstown Castle is one of the first great Irish country houses to display its splendour to the outside world when it opened as a small guesthouse in 1971. It has maintained the elegance of design over eight Centuries by sympathetically blending its Victorian and Elizabethan extensions with the original Medieval Castle Keep of 1288.